MAKEUP BRUSHES AND THEIR USES

When I first started out using makeup, like most beginners I had absolutely zero clue what makeup brushes I actually needed to have in my collection or what makeup brushes are used for what.

But eventually I realized that the key difference between okay looking makeup and great looking makeup stemmed down to one thing- makeup brushes. Seriously if you were to look at my beginning eyeshadow looks vs some of my most recent ones, you would be able to clearly notice what a difference the application makes and how makeup brushes play a huge part in that.

DIFFERENT TYPES OF MAKEUP BRUSHES

In this makeup brushes guide we’re going to be talking about the different types of makeup brushes and their uses, must have makeup brushes for beginners and pros, and what makeup brushes are used for what. First let’s dive into the makeup brush types including makeup brushes for the face and eyeshadow brushes. 

MAKEUP BRUSHES FOR THE FACE

FOUNDATION BRUSH

Use It For: Applying liquid or cream foundation to the face, for seamless coverage. Great for building up coverage on the skin and works well with all skin types.

MY FAVORITE FOUNDATION MAKEUP BRUSHES:

• e.l.f. Cosmetics Ultimate Blending Brush
• Real Techniques Expert Face Brush

BLUSH/POWDER BRUSH

Use It For: Applying powder, bronzer, or blush to the face. One of the best face brushes to have in your collection, because it works for so many things.

MY FAVORITE BLUSH/POWDER MAKEUP BRUSHES:

• e.l.f. Cosmetics Powder Brush
• Real Techniques Powder Brush
• It Brushes for Beauty Fully Flawless Blush Brush

CONTOUR BRUSH

Use It For: Contouring the cheekbone, brow bone, and nose. The curved shape helps further define and sculpt the face.

MY FAVORITE CONTOUR MAKEUP BRUSHES:

• e.l.f. Cosmetics Contour Brush
• Sonia Kashuk Contour Brush
• Tarte Slenderizer Contouring Brush

FAN BRUSH

Use It For: Applying highlighter to the cheekbones, nose, and brow bone. Can also be used for dusting off excess powder.

MY FAVORITE FAN BRUSHES:

• Wet n’ Wild Fan Brush
• Real Techniques Blush Crush 304 Fan Brush

MAKEUP SPONGE

Use It For: Applying foundation and concealer to the face. Works well in blending out foundation for an air-brushed look and works amazing if you have a dry skin type.

MY FAVORITE MAKEUP SPONGES:

• Real Techniques Miracle Complexion Sponge
• Real Techniques Mini Miracle Eraser Sponges
• The Original Beauty Blender

MAKEUP BRUSHES FOR THE EYES

ALL OVER SHADOW BRUSH

Use It For: Applying a base shade of eyeshadow all over the lid. Works well for basic eyeshadow looks.

MY FAVORITE SHADOW BRUSHES:

• e.l.f. Cosmetics “C” Eyeshadow Brush
• Real Techniques Base Shadow Brush
• Morphe M433 Pro Firm Blending Brush

FLAT EYESHADOW BRUSH

Use It For: Applying shimmer/glitter eyeshadow colors in flat areas on the lid. Must be patted on to avoid fall-out.

MY FAVORITE FLAT EYESHADOW BRUSHES:

• e.l.f. Cosmetics Concealer Brush
• IT Brushes Fully Essential Brush

CREASE BRUSH

Use It For: Layering on eyeshadow colors in the crease and blending out eyeshadow for multi-dimensional looks.

MY FAVORITE CREASE EYESHADOW BRUSHES:

• Morphe M330 Blending Crease Brush
• Japonesque Cut Crease Brush

BLENDING BRUSH

Use It For: Blending out eyeshadow looks to avoid harsh lines and spottiness. One of the best eyeshadow brushes to have in your collection.

MY FAVORITE BLENDING EYESHADOW BRUSHES:

• Morphe M441 Pro Firm Blending Crease Brush
• Morphe M504 Large Pointed Blender Brush

ANGLED BROW/LINER BRUSH

Use It For: Applying shadow or cream eyeliner to the lid or filling in the eyebrow area. I recommend owning two for each purpose.

MY FAVORITE ANGLED BROW/LINER BRUSHES:

• e.l.f. Cosmetics Studio Winged Liner
• Real Techniques Winged Liner Brush

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