how many different makeup brushes are there
A good collection of brushes is essential for every makeup enthusiast. Brushes make applying makeup quick and easy. They also help the product go on smoothly and evenly, creating a more flawless finish. For beginners, a good set of brushes simplifies the process. There are several different types of brushes, so it’s important to know which ones to use to avoid mistakes. Here is a selection of essential brushes and their uses, as curated by professional, celebrity makeup artists.
Foundation Makeup Brush
Stippling Makeup Brush
This type of stippling brushes create a flawless, airbrushed base with high definition results. It can be used to apply foundation, blush, bronzer, powder, and highlighters. It also is very effective for applying liquid and cream products. There are duo-fibre bristles at the top of the brush, which make for a light, gentle application that looks very natural. These brush ends have a very light and feathery feel.
Concealer Makeup Brush
After you apply foundation, you can use concealer to cover any imperfections and brighten up dull areas on the face. For the most precise concealer application, you’ll want to use a small flat concealer brush. A concealer brush essentially looks like a very small version of a foundation brushes. It’s shaped like a paintbrush but is slightly denser. When using a concealer brushes, apply a small amount of product to the desired area, and then lightly dab onto your skin until it blends in with your foundation. Do this using small amounts until you have covered the desired imperfections, whether they be acne, dark spots, undereye circles, or something else.
Powder Brush
After applying your base, you may opt to set everything with a layer of loose powder foundation. This powder will help your makeup stay in place throughout the day and give you an even more flawless look. One of the many different types of brushes, a powder brush is very large and fluffy, and it has a domed shape to evenly disperse the product over the face. When using a powder brush, you can apply the product very lightly, as the powder brushes are designed to distribute the product evenly for you. In fact, you should tap off the excess product on the brush before applying it to your face.
Blush Brush
When using a powder blush, it’s crucial to use a brush for a natural look. The wrong brush can make the result look cakey and unnatural. A good blush brush is fluffy like a powder brush but smaller to fit on the cheeks. Some have a slight angle for more precise application. Start on the apples of the cheeks and gently sweep the brush towards your temples, focusing most of the product on the apples. For cream blush, use a stippling motion for a natural effect. Always start with a small amount of blush and build gradually, blending as you go, for the most natural look.
Contour Makeup Brush
Contouring is a great way to give your face a naturally sculpted look, but you need a great angled brushes in order to do it. There are many different types of makeup brushes that can be used for contouring, but ideally, you should purchase a brush that is specifically designated for this task instead of using a blush brush or foundation brush. An angled contour brush is about the size of a blush brush, but it has very dense, angled bristles that will create a precise contour application.
Bronzer Makeup Brush
Bronzer is perfect for achieving a sun-kissed, glowy look without sun exposure, which can harm your skin. A bronzer brush is similar to a powder or angled blush brush but is wider and fluffier. This ensures bronzer is applied evenly for a natural look. Too much bronzer or uneven blending can look harsh, especially on fair skin.
To apply bronzer, dip the brush in a small amount of product. Apply it to your temples, the hollows of your cheeks, and your jawline in a sweeping motion, creating a ‘3’ shape. Buff it out to avoid harsh lines. Then, gently sweep any remaining product on the brush over your forehead and nose. This technique mimics where the sun naturally hits your face, creating a natural look.
Highlight Makeup Brush
Highlight brushes look very different from most other types of makeup brushes. They are shaped like a fan and have very thin synthetic bristles. This fan brush shape allows you to apply the glowy product evenly to the tops of your cheekbones – without looking like a disco ball. The highlighter is very trendy at the moment, so this is a great brush to add to your collection. To use, gently pick up a small amount of product with this fluffy brush and sweep it back and forth over the tops of your cheekbones, moving side to side. You can also apply highlight to the tip of your nose and your cupid’s bow for an extra glowy look.
Eyeshadow Brush
To create an intricate eyeshadow look, you’ll need several different types of makeup brushes specifically designed for eyeshadow. These brushes are much smaller and denser than the face brushes previously mentioned in this article. They’re designed for a very precise application of the eyeshadow so you have utmost control.
Eye Liner Brush
Mascara Brush/Wand
Lip Brush
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