1 Postcode: This solid compound is popular in many English-speaking countries and is also the standard term in the Netherlands. 2  Eircode: The standard term in Ireland.  CAP: The standard term in Italy; CAP is an acronym for codice di avviamento postale (postal expedition code).
Modern usage. Usually, a kabuki brush is used to apply loose powdered make-up on large surfaces of the face (e.g., foundation, face powder, blush). Because of its design, the brush blends powdered make up evenly on the skin and creates a very natural looking coverage.
Coverage: Medium to Full. Good for: Oily/combination skin, on-the-go touch ups. How to apply pressed powder: Rounded kabuki brush: If you are using a pressed powder as your only form of foundation, use a rounded kabuki brush to achieve the same finish as if you were using a loose powder. Beauty Sponge: For a more opaque finish, wet a beauty sponge and use it to apply the pressed powder to your face in dabbing motion.