When applying makeup, it is important to know what brushes to use and how exactly to use them. It can be a confusing thing! Hopefully I can help you out here. I won't be including EVERY possible brush, there are way too many. Instead, I'm going to include the ones I most commonly use and various ways I use them.
..::my brushes::..
..::Eyes::..
small, round shadow brush
kashuk tools small eyeshadow brush
target - 9.99
sonia kashuk small eyeshadow brush
target - 4.99
retractable all over shadow brush #19
sephora - 10.00
These brushes are best used for applying shadow to the lid; most consider this area to be from the lash line to the crease. There are two ways to do this. First is a patting motion. This will result in a more pigmented, full color. Second is a sweeping motion. Sweeping shadow on the lid will result in a more subtle coloring than patting. In addition, the density and stiffness of the brush will again change the color payoff. The more stiff the brush the more intense the color will be. This is most likely because more shadow is getting on your lid than in the brush.small angled brush
stiff, flat brush
sonia kashuk flat eyeliner brush
target - 5.99
This is another great brush for applying liner. The biggest difference between this and an angled brush is the tightness and pigment of the line. A stiff, flat brush will produce more color payoff closer to the lash line. I love using this technique with more natural, lighter eye makeup because it makes the overall look more defined without drawing attention to the liner.
sonia kashuk brow brush
target - 5.99
anastasia angled brush
sephora - 17.00
I love using this type of brush to apply shadow as eyeliner. Again, the most stiff this brush is, the more color payoff there will be. This is not to say one is better than the other, a softer brush will result in a more subtle liner and overall softer look than a stiff brush that can a times look like pencil liner. Also, a thin angled brush can apply shadow more close to the lash line than a thick brush. Similarly to the density, these variables will result in different looks. Think about what you prefer and find the brush that works best for you.
Small angled brushes are also commonly used to fill eyebrows. This video goes into detail of full eyebrow upkeep from grooming (0:00) to filling (6:52).
large angled brush
*Same look as small angled
brush, but 2-3x its size.
sonia kashuk angled eyeshadow brush
target - 5.99
This type of brush has two main uses. One is to apply shadow in the crease, especially for a cut crease look like this one Cora (aka Vintage or Tacky) created. However, it can also be used for crease color on other looks. When I was on a dance competition team, I used a similar technique to Cora's, but instead use a blending or crease brush to apply a maroon over a matte black. The black simply intensified the maroon for a more stage ready look. Don't worry, you can do this even if you're not performing, just use less shadow for a lighter, more wearable look! Second, I love using a large angled brush to apply a shadow beneath liner in the same color. I learned this technique recently on youtube and am loving the softness of it. For a picture reference, please look back on my "sublte&sexy" tutorial.
flat shadow brush
sonia kashuk medium eyeshadow brush
target - 5.99
professionnel small synthetic eyeshadow brush #26
sephora - 13.00
This has been a staple in my makeup kit for many, many years and I actually own TWO! I mostly use this brush to apply a highlight beneath my brow and in the tear duct. However, not only is this brush great for highlight, but for lid shadow or even to apply shadow along the lower lash line. This is a necessity for all makeup wearers!
brow brush and eyelash brush
sonia kashuk lash comb
target - 4.99
sonia kashuk lash and brow groomer
target - 7.99
professional brow comb #11
sephora - 6.00
Professionnel Platinum Lash & Eyebrow Comb #21
sephora - 10.00
brow brush- these a great for grooming your brows. Again, check out this video for a step by step on how to groom brows.
eyelash brush- this type of brush is used to separate lashes. It can be used post or prior to applying mascara.
fluffy blending brush
mb06 : eyeshadow brush #4
NYX - 6.00
b 10 brush blender
NYX - 10.00
kashuk tools large eyeshadow brush
target - 12.99
kashuk tools black medium fluffy eyeshadow brush
target - 11.99
Another important brush in all makeup kits, the fluffy brush perfects all skill level of makeup. All looks require some amount of blending, whether it be to soften the outside edges or to achieve a gradient from light to dark. There are a variety of blending brushes. I prefer a medium to short brush for more control. However, a longer, more fluffy brush will be blend less which could be more desirable for you. It's all about personal preference. I suggest purchasing brushes from a company that allows returns such as Target or Walgreens. If you don't like it, return it!round crease brush
sonia kashuk synthetic crease brush
target - 9.99
professional platinum natural crease brush #10
sephora - 20.00
Another necessity in every makeup kit. I have only recently discovered the round crease brush, but it has forever changed my makeup world! This brush has proved itself to be more precise, diverse, and is great for building up color.
If used in the traditional "wind shield wiper" way which involves placing the brush in the crease, opening the eye, and moving the brush back and forth. Here, the shadow is more concentrated to the desired area, yet lacks the harsh line of a small shadow brush or the sloppiness of a fluffy blending brush.
Using this brush to pat shadow into the crease is also very successful. Doing so results in an even more precise placement and higher pigment than many other techniques.
Finally, move the rounded crease brush in small circles along the crease for a more subtle and soft look. This motion with great when going for a more blended, flawless look between colors.
..::fav. set::..
signature brush set ($140 Value)
sephora - 39.00
This set contains:
- Powder brush
- Foundation brush
- Double-sided eyeshadow/smudge brush
- Double-side brow/eyeliner brush
- Double-sided concealer/lip brush
Links
makeup geek: must have makeup brushes
styles 101: makeup brushes and how to use them
That's all for now! Stay beautiful!
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