Hourglass Ambient Glow Soft Foundation Brush (£52, sephora.co.uk) may have ‘foundation’ in its title, and have been designed to accompany its Ambient Soft Glow Foundation (£57), yet also makes a beautiful blender of cream blush to fit a precise, cheekbone-defining area.
Finally, Lisa, like me, insists we clean brushes weekly: ‘Swirl the brush in warm water using shampoo or brush soap, angling hairs downwards until all traces of make-up have been removed,’ she says.
Place brushes on a towel with the bristles over the edge of the table so they dry evenly.’ I’ve also invested in MAC Brush Cleanser (£15, maccosmetics.co.uk) to keep my brushes pristine.
Lisa prefers brushes to sponges, arguing: ‘Brushes are better because you can apply product with them, but also remove it.
I demand a capsule-within-a-capsule for the middle-aged beginner, and she proposes the best-selling Best of Blends (£40): ‘Eight face and eye brushes with all you need for a polished look, from foundation to eyeliner.’ I’ve put them to the test and they’re a terrific value option.
