T-3 Foundation / Chikuhodo Takumi Series

For delicate hairs such as saikoho, flat top stamp brush is the best shape for functions. T-3 functions well as a foundation brush, both with high & low viscosity foundations. It's fool-proof, better than T-11 (T-11 needs some technics to master the application). T-3 finishes spreading & buffing at the same time. And it's easy to clean. The finish is very natural. I think it's almost as good as chikuhodo FO-2, which also gives a natural finish. For price wise, take T-3!

I use it for both powder and cream foundation (not too thick, but not runny) and it gives me the blended, sheer to medium coverage I want :) I apply foundation slowly, and precisely in sections, so the size is just right for me. It's dense and soft - after the first layer of foundation, i tap additional layers around my eyes and I feel no discomfort at all.

For those who want extra firmness from flat top brushes to punch in, tab and sweep or buff cushion, liquid, creamy, powder foundation and u don't mind smaller surface coverage, then this Takumi T3 is perfect becausr T3 can pack on faster after u apply, tab creamy or liquidy foundation with yr fingers or kolinsky brush. Too soft the bristles i find myself pressing the brush harder onto my face to tab or buff...but too hard the bristles will move everything underneath. Ultimately, i reckon it will all depend on how u PREFER the feel or pressure against yr face during application.