borla de pelo

16:05 Nov 9, 2015
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Spanish to English translations [PRO]
Cosmetics, Beauty
Spanish term or phrase: borla de pelo
Any make-up experts out there?

This is in a marketing text for foundation from Spain for translation into US English.

Aplicación
Aplicar con una brocha de polvo suelto para matificar y fijar el maquillaje. Su aplicación con *** borla de pelo *** nos permitirá en cambio trabajar con una intensidad mayor de color.

Would I be correct to say a 'stiff brush'? TIA
Jane Martin
Local time: 22:01


Summary of answers provided
3blush brush
liz askew
3foundation brush
ormiston
3buffing brush
Andrea Shah
3powder puff
neilmac
Summary of reference entries provided
Refs.
Taña Dalglish

Discussion entries: 4





  

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22 mins   confidence: Answerer confidence 3/5Answerer confidence 3/5
blush brush


Explanation:
Foundation/Blush Brush No. 2 - Hourglass | Sephora
www.sephora.com/foundation-blush-brush-no-2-P193244
Rating: 4.5 - ‎107 reviews
What it is:A medium-size foundation/blush brush.What it does:This multipurpose makeup brush ensures the flawless application of liquid foundation and even ...

liz askew
United Kingdom
Local time: 22:01
Native speaker of: Native in EnglishEnglish
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foundation brush


Explanation:
I don't think you would gofar wrong with this:

MAC Cosmetics UK | Face | 190 Foundation Brush | Official ...

www.maccosmetics.co.uk/.../Brushes/...Foundation-Br...
. A foundation brush designed to create even finish, flawless look. Works well with any M·A·C foundation, including ....

ormiston
Local time: 23:01
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Native speaker of: English
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Notes to answerer
Asker: Thank you J

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buffing brush


Explanation:
A buffing brush is used to apply powder foundation to the face and 'buff' it into the skin for a smooth finish - it will have stiffer bristles than the first type.

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Jane, unfortunately I don't. It was based on my familiarity with using this type of brush (or a stippling brush, or a flat foundation brush) to apply a powder-based foundation. Am I correct in assuming that's the type of product? Is there a visual?


    Reference: http://beautyeditor.ca/2013/06/05/how-to-blend-your-makeup-l...
    Reference: http://www.temptalia.com/real-techniques-expert-face-brush-r...
Andrea Shah
United States
Local time: 18:01
Works in field
Native speaker of: Native in EnglishEnglish
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Notes to answerer
Asker: Hi Andrea, do you have any examples of buffing brush being translated as 'borla de pelo'? I can only find 'brocha para pulido/pulir'

Asker: Sadly I don't have a visual and may just have to offer the client a couple of possibilities with descriptions for them to choose.

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powder puff


Explanation:
The only 2 meanings of "borla" I know are "tassel" and "powder puff". It can't be the former, so unless it is a brush, I'd go for this.
"For a mattifying and perfecting result, apply to face with powder puff - For a translucent veil effect, sweep over face with brush ..."

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http://shop.davidjones.com.au/djs/en/davidjones/les-voilette...

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Rather than brush application, it appears you can just dab the powder puff directly onto the old phizog...

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There's one shown in the link - although it doesn't look anything like a brush or hairy (de pelo).
http://www.etniacosmetics.com/borla-facial-pelo.html

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I understand that a powderpuff is not made of hair ("pelo"), but my take on it is that if it was some kind of brush it would most likely be called "brocha" or "pincel".
And "borla de pelo" usually refers to a decorative hair item which my daughter calls "bobbles" or "scrunchies"

neilmac
Spain
Local time: 23:01
Native speaker of: Native in EnglishEnglish
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Notes to answerer
Asker: Hi Neil, the problem is a powder puff is not made of 'pelo' ... and I don't think I can just ignore that part of the phrase.

Asker: We all now know far more than we need to to about powder puffs, make up brushes etc. Thanks for all your research. I think I am going to offer a couple of possibilities to the client as I am sure they know what kind of item this is. J

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Reference comments


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Reference: Refs.

Reference information:
Jane:
See video (sadly it is in German)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MAnwqL0JAqM
see video at 2.15

Brush appears to be similiar to:
http://www.makeupforever.com/int/en-int/make-up/brushes/face...
soft-bristle brush/powder brush

Taña Dalglish
Jamaica
Native speaker of: English
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