wet n wild x SpongeBob Collection Review

Over the past few years, wet n wild has done licensed collaborations with PacMan and Sanrio’s My Melody and Kuromi. Their latest collaboration is with SpongeBob! This one speaks to me the most because SpongeBob is one of my all-time favorite shows, and I grew up watching it. I had all the swag as a kid, and I still quote the show today. I am lucky enough to have found everything, so I am doing a wet n wild x SpongeBob Collection review. We will analyze each item with claims, full reviews, star ratings, and swatches. I have a makeup look at the end.

wet n wild x SpongeBob Collection

Purchase Options

Below are the wet n wild x SpongeBob Collection release dates:

• Walmart (4/10)
• UltaBeauty (4/18 online, 5/2 in-stores)
• Amazon (4/20)
• Walgreens (4/25)
• Rite Aid (4/26),
• wetnwildbeauty.com (4/20)

In full honesty, getting this collection is quite a mess. Starting with Walmart, the products are only available in-stores. You have to be lucky enough to have a Walmart in your area selling the products. They are not available for delivery or pickup today from their website.

This collection is selling out fast. Nearly everything is gone from Ulta and wet n wild’s website, plus Walmart stores are being decimated. Amazon does not have everything up yet, even though 4/20 has passed. I anticipate this same situation happening with the other retailers that have yet to release items at the time of this writing. Be sure to act fast if you want something! I will try my best to provide links for you to shop here, but it is tough with the quick sellouts.

You can purchase each item of this collection separately. The full box sets are already sold out from Ulta and wet n wild, and there is no indication (so far) that the other retailers are getting the box set.

B.F.F. Hydrating + Brightening Primer Mist

The first item in this wet n wild x SpongeBob Collection review is the B.F.F. Hydrating + Brightening Primer Mist. It is a 3-in-1 that can be used as primer, dewy setting spray, or to refresh your makeup or bare skin. It has a lovely scent that reminds me of bubble bath, which is consistent with the other spray and soap in this collection. You do have to shake this product very well. It is one of those sprays where all the shimmer settles at the bottom leaving you with clear liquid. Once you shake it, it becomes metallic pink and swirly.

I have used this as a primer and does leave the skin slightly tacky for makeup application, but it does nothing for pores. I really do not understand how a spray could fill pores anyway (so I dock it one star). From a distance, the skin looks dewy, but up close you can see the fine glitters and shimmers on the skin. Makeup applies normally over top. I really cannot say that it extends the wear of makeup. The glow subtly shows through your foundation and powder. If I slowly turn my face in the light, I can gently see the glow.

The spray top mister is perfectly fine. It is not a fire hose, nor is it the most fine sprayer in the world. I have no complaints.

This is an excellent spray to use with wet n wild’s photofocus Dewy Foundation or the barefocus Tinted Hydrator!

Claims: This revitalizing spray can be used to prep the skin before applying makeup, provide refreshing hydration, and brighten your complexion with illuminating, light-reflecting properties to impart a soft, dewy glow. Even out your skin tone while filling in pores and blurring imperfections. This weightless formula gently moisturizes the skin.

Rating: ★★★★☆

F.U.N. Purifying Setting Mist

Second is the F.U.N. Purifying Setting Mist. Again, I do not understand how a spray can refine serious pores or clean the “gunk” out of them, which I do not see happening with this spray. It has the same lovely scent and spray top mister as the B.F.F. spray. I used it to set my makeup and it does a fine job. You will be left with whatever finish your makeup has, as it does not provide any sort of finish itself. I do see oil production on and around my nose after two hours, so it is not really reducing oils. As far as brightening, evening, and soothing, I say apply it to bare skin if you want to see those effects.

Claims: Refine your pores with this setting mist which will keep makeup looking just-applied for hours and will purify the skin. It should reduce excess oil and congestion, brighten, even skin tone, and calm and soothe the skin.

Rating: ★★★★☆

SpongeBob Makeup Sponge

Third is the SpongeBob Makeup Sponge. I want to take a moment and say wet n wild’s makeup sponge formulation is one of my favorites, so all of these will definitely get the job done. Of course, they expand when wet and are super soft. The three sponges in this collection are cut into unique shapes to help you target specific areas of the face or to be used with certain makeup products. The claims explain what the shapes and edges are to be used for.

Claims: The two high-precision flat-cut edges are specially-designed to make fine-detail work like contouring and baking a cinch. The rounded side of the sponge makes for an excellent blending tool, so you can create custom colors with ease. Easily apply foundation and other wet or dry makeup quickly and seamlessly with smooth streak-free coverage that minimizes product absorption.

Rating: ★★★★★

Patrick Makeup Sponge

Fourth is the Patrick Makeup Sponge. I love how they took the time to put his green pants on! He is shaped more like a standard sponge. Again, the claims explain how to best use this sponge, but the pointed ended is great for use under the eyes and in the crevices of the nose.

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Claims: The high-precision tapered tip is specially-designed to make it easy to apply makeup to difficult-to-reach areas such as the nose, chin, and under the eyes. The rounded side of the sponge makes for an excellent blending tool, so you can create custom colors with ease.

Rating: ★★★★★

Squidward Makeup Sponge

Fifth is the Squidward Makeup Sponge, which is the oddest shape of the bunch. Once again, the claims explain how to best use him.

Overall, I most likely will not use these sponges. The reason being is that sponges eventually have to be disposed of, and I would rather keep these on display in my makeup area.

Claims: Either of the rounded sides of the sponge make for an excellent blending tool. The small rounded end is specially-designed to reach difficult areas.

Rating: ★★★★★

SpongeBob Flat Kabuki Brush

Next in this wet n wild x SpongeBob Collection review is the SpongeBob Flat Kabuki Brush. The rectangular shape is quite odd. I can see possibly using it to contour the cheekbones, but it is too wide to get a controlled highlight. I disagree with the claims in that I would not use this brush for wet products. This brush feels to be of great quality, as it is so soft, much like all of wet n wild’s brushes. It is disappointing that it cannot stand on its own, as the unique shape is trickier to store with your brush collection.

Claims: Designed with flat, fluffy bristles, this makeup brush is ideal for controlled powder application and blending. Perfect for contouring and highlighting, the synthetic fibers are soft and made with the highest quality filaments for superior pigment pick-up and even color distribution. Can be used with wet or dry products.

Rating: ★★★★☆

Sandy Round Kabuki Brush

Here is the Sandy Round Kabuki Brush. She can definitely stand on her own on your vanity. Again, the quality is there with the bristles. It has too much give to use it with foundation, but this is ideal for powdering the face.

Claims: The ideal makeup brush for buffing the skin while evenly distributing powder makeup, it features synthetic fibers that are soft and made with the highest quality filaments for superior pigment pick-up and even color distribution.

Rating: ★★★★★

Gary the Snail Soap Suds Sponge & Brush Cleanser

Continuing on is the Gary the Snail Soap Suds Sponge & Brush Cleanser. It has that same bubble bath scent as the facial sprays. While I have not yet used this, there is no way that it will not work. Solid cleansers are the only type of soap that I will use on sponges, so I will definitely use this product up. They do not cause rips and tears in your sponges, plus the soap is easier to wash out, which saves you time. You can also use this product with brushes, and it pairs well with the next item.

Claims: This easy-to-use cleanser removes product build-up, dirt, and germs for squeaky-clean tools.

Rating: ★★★★★

Krabby Patty Sponge & Brush Cleansing Pads

Here are the Krabby Patty Sponge & Brush Cleansing Pads. This super cute Krabby Patty comes apart to reveal four pieces that you can use to clean brushes and sponges. Much like the soap, there is no way that this product can fail. I am all about silicone cleansing tools to deeply clean brushes. Below is the purpose for each piece:

• Top Bun: deep clean
• Lettuce: Sponges
• Patty: eye brushes
• Bottom Bun: face brushes

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Claims: These textured pads keep your tools clean by swirling away makeup build-up, dirt, and oil. Each layer is designed with its own unique grooves to offer customized cleaning for all your accessories. Made with convenient silicone, this pad is not only flexible, but also easy to clean.

Rating: ★★★★★

Pineapple House Sponge Case

Next is the Pineapple House Sponge Case. I have hard plastic cases for the Real Techniques and Ecotools sponges and while I do use them for travel, you are limited to pairing them with sponges that match the shape of the case. This sponge case is universal! The main flaw is that the lid does not stay on the case, which is due to the soft, flexible silicone design. Due to that, I dock this case one star. I would like to see the design be better thought out, while I do like the air holes.

Claims: This portable pineapple case not only houses your sponge, but also protects it from dirt and grime. The innovative ventilated design allows the makeup sponge to dry properly, no matter where you are. Designed with a flexible and durable silicone material, this makeup sponge case provides ultimate protection for your makeup sponge.

Rating: ★★★★☆

SpongeBob Highlighter

Here is the SpongeBob Highlighter. I like to think of this as essence the of SpongeBob in highlighter form. Yes, this is a megaglo Highlighting Powder and it packs a punch, as it should. The reason I am docking it one star is that the extreme yellow gold shade does not look the best on fair/light skin tones. Ultimately, it is not universally flattering. This is more of a collectors item than anything.

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Claims: As silky smooth as it is buttery soft, this one-of-a-kind highlighter is infused with nylon, giving it its signature texture that practically melts straight into the skin. It’s also easy to blend it with other pigments.

Rating: ★★★★☆

Nautical Nonsense Palette

The last item in this wet n wild x SpongeBob Collection review is the Nautical Nonsense Palette. It features 18 shades that are mattes, shimmers, and pressed glitters. The shade names are totally SpongeBob!

While the mattes are super buttery soft and smooth, they do produce a considerable amount of kick up in the pan, and you can see the dust flying in application. The shimmers and glitters act normal.

The two pressed glitters (Order Up and Absorb the Love) are a new formulation for wet n wild. You might be expecting their typical glitter mixed with Vaseline situation, but these are legit pressed glitters!

The shimmers are incredibly foiled and vibrant. In my below eyeshadow look I applied everything dry, but you would think that I applied them wet. Of course, you can apply them wet if you want to.

Some of the shades are not for use on or around the eyes, so always be sure to follow the directions on the package.

The swatches to appear do be somewhat lackluster, but I can confirm these are typical wet n wild eyeshadows. Ultimately, it comes down to how they apply on the eye over a swatch.

Claims: This set features 18 hyper-pigmented underwater-themed pigments in a mix of buttery-soft mattes, sparkly shimmers, gleaming satins, and self-adhering multi-dimensional glitters. These ultra-soft and super-smooth pigments are easy to blend, so you can mix and match palettes and colors with ease.

Rating: ★★★★☆

Makeup Look

I am ending this wet n wild x SpongeBob Collection review with a full-face of wet n wild makeup look, using this collection. This look is all about having fun with the colors presented and being silly. Below are the items that I am using:

• B.F.F. Hydrating + Brightening Primer Mist
• photofocus Eyeshadow Primer
• photofocus Color Corrector in Peach
• barefocus Tinted Hydrator Tinted Skin Veil in Fair
• megalast Incognito All-day Full-coverage Concealer in Fair Beige
• photofocus Translucent Loose Setting Powder
• Browsessive Brow Pencil in Dark Brown
• Browsessive Brow Shaping Gel in Brown
• coloricon Bronzer in Sunset Striptease
• coloricon Blush in Mellow Wine
• SpongeBob Highlighter
• F.U.N. Purifying Setting Mist
• Nautical Nonsense Palette
• Breakup Proof Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner in Ultra Black
• Nyx Glitter Primer**
• Loreal Voluminous Primer**
• Big Poppa Mascara in Blackest Black
• perfectpout Gel Lip Liner in Never Petal Down
• Cloud Pout Marshmallow Lip Mousse in Pour Some Suga On Me

To create the eye look, start by setting the eyelid with Mayonnaise. I am sitting here so amused that I get to say on my blog that I put mayonnaise all over my eyes! Next, apply One Eternity Later to the crease, and bring it down to the eye. It was not dark enough for my liking, so I also applied Howdy Y’all to the crease and brought it down below the eye. Now, apply the Nyx Glitter Primer to the entire eyelid. Take Me Money and apply it to the outer third and inner third of the eyelid, leaving a blank space in the middle. Then, fill that blank space with Best Day Ever. Now, apply Sea Star along the lower lash line. I typically like to bring the shade from the outer third of the eyelid down below the lower lash line to basically connect those two areas, but I did not want to do that with Me Money. Instead, I gently did that with a touch of Gare-Bear, then blended it out with Sea Star to soften it, while still adding dimension. Finish by highlighting the brow bone and inner corner with Tartar Sauce.

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Conclusion

In summary of this wet n wild x SpongeBob Collection review, as I almost always say with these limited edition collections, it is mainly intentioned for collectors. The brushes and sponges will be on display in my makeup area, and the highlighter is not the most wearable. With this collection I would like to see more makeup, as it is tool-heavy. I can envision a mini nail polish set and lip colors. With all of this being said, this is a great collection for SpongeBob lovers, and it makes me incredibly excited. Now that you have read these reviews, you can determine what you will like to purchase. Finding these products in-stock is going to be incredibly tricky. Until next time, continue to let your true beauty shine.

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