A flawless makeup look just can’t happen without brushes – our fingers can only do so much! Whether it’s blending, applying or shading, brushes are amazingly handy and far more hygienic than using your hands. Now, as the saying goes, a workman is only as good as their tools, so, you’ll need to be a little selective when it comes to choosing your makeup brushes. Be thoughtful and invest in your brushes, look to see if they’re synthetic or natural and make sure they are ethically made. Here are the core brushes you should be investing in to perfectly kit-out your makeup kit…
Foundation
A foundation brush is a flat-edged style that is perfect for applying liquid product. This is one that dirties quickly so be sure that you pick a great quality one that can take constant use and upkeep. Failure to wash your foundation brush can result in bad acne or congestion, so this is a biggie. Use a flat foundation brush for foundation, liquid highlighter and cream or liquid blush.
Powder
Powder brushes should be large, fluffy and easy to use. Try and choose a lighter colour to make sure that you can see when your brush is getting dirty – although, you really should be cleaning your collection once every week or once a fortnight. This brush is a major essential to have in your kit because it can be used for so many different products! Brush on powder, blush and bronzer with this amazing, multifunctional tool.
Contour
This one is a bit of a hit or miss, depending on how you like to do your makeup! Contouring needs some sharp lines, and a contour brush is cut at the perfect angle to give you chiselled cheekbones. Carving out your facial structure is super easy with an angled, fluffy brush. You can also use this to apply powder highlighter.
Tapered Eyeshadow
A tapered eyeshadow brush is the perfect tool for all your eye makeup looks! Whether you’re swiping on a subtle shimmer, bone shade or a full-on smokey eye look, you’ll need a fluffy blending brush. You can also use this for doing some very subtle micro highlighting and contouring on small areas such as your nose.
Pencil Eyeshadow
A pencil eyeshadow brush and an angled brush are great if you like to add smokey definition around your eye-line or if you like to cut your crease on the regular. Creating fine lines, shadows and smudgy lines are perfect for bolder makeup looks, and this just isn’t possible without the right tools, so they’re a big deal.
Spoolie
Spoolies are not technically brushes, but they’re an incredibly handy tool all the same. Use this to fluff up your eyebrows and comb through your eyeshadows to get rid of any mascara clumps. You can also use these to add some chunky glitter to your hairline or hair if you’re off to somewhere extra special and fun.
Fan
Fan makeup brushes are great for adding a pretty, polished highlight. Highlighter has gone crazy over the past few years, and it can feel like the gracefully subtle shimmer sheen is a thing of the past – but don’t give up on it yet! Fan brushes distribute just the right amount of product to your high points, making you look gorgeously glowing and elegant.
Blending
Blending brushes are essential if you like to wear dramatic or heavy makeup looks, they aren’t so necessary if you’re usually rocking a more casual look.
These brushes are all perfect for every kind of makeup you might want to create!
