Top 15 makeup brushes
Sometimes, in the process of creating makeup, even with the use of expensive professional cosmetics, shortcomings occur: either the foundation rolls down, then the powder will fall unevenly. Makeup brushes can help to avoid such annoyances. In addition, be that as it may, you cannot do without a minimum set of brushes when creating a more complex makeup than a day one. For example, professional makeup artists recommend performing the same contouring, which has been relevant for several years in a row, with brushes, since the pads of the fingers or a sponge will not be able to blend the applied funds so delicately.
Best Artificial Makeup Brushes
3 PETIT STIPPLING 122 ZOEVA
The Zoeva Petit Stippling brush will be useful for all those who want to hide minor skin imperfections behind a foundation or liquid powder. Users say that it is very comfortable in the hand due to its medium length and small diameter. Another advantage is its short and dense pile, which is characterized by increased density and stable shape even after a year of constant use. With its help, cosmetics are consumed with care, since the taclon from which the soft part is made does not absorb the composition.
2 NYX Makeup Pro Kabuki
A miniature, irregularly shaped kabuki brush from the bestselling cosmetics company NYX is realized using both artificial and natural bristles. The most common is the synthetic brush, which is very justified, since such a pile is less whimsical to care for and less likely to cause an allergic reaction. The trademark of the NYX Makeup Pro Kabuki brush is its very thick pile, which does not crumble. Despite the small size of the handle, it fits comfortably in the hand. Also, thanks to the flat base, it can be placed in an upright position. In the reviews, they make a comment that the brush takes a dry product so well that you can take an excess of cosmetic product, so you need to constantly shake it off slightly.
1 SIGMA F65
The Sigma F65 Premium Large Synthetic Concealer Brush is the finest quality in the industry. It allows the cream to be applied evenly over the entire face. Buyers are pleased with the double bristle that helps create the airbrush effect. Despite its synthetic origin, the product does not cause allergies and is pleasant to the skin. The advantage of this option is the medium-sized soft bristles, which can be conveniently used to cover all areas of the face with cosmetics. In addition, the cost of a brush, as for a professional, is quite budgetary.
Best inexpensive makeup brushes
3 ZINGER SB1004
The inexpensive Zinger SB1004 double-sided brush is a reliable companion for applying powdery and creamy structures to the eyelids. Since the pile is made of soft nylon fiber up to 12 mm long, its shape is scapular and the handle is very thin, it is very convenient to use it for its intended purpose. It does not slip out of hands, distributes the composition well over the surface and, as users note in reviews, provides the effect of polishing the face. This product is completely safe for the skin.
2 ECOTOOLS FLAT EYELINER BRUSH
A budget-friendly Flat Eyeliner Brush from a non-animal testing firm, EcoTools will help make your eyes look more expressive. This is a super-thin and flat eyeliner brush with an evenly cut bristle. It will help you to confidently draw a straight line and create flawless arrows. To draw lines, in addition to cream or gel eyeliner, this brush can even use shadows, since the pile also picks up a dry product perfectly. Traditionally, the manufacturer has made the handle from bamboo, the pile from a smooth artificial material, and the cover from exclusively natural materials (cotton and hemp). In the reviews, many share that it is also very convenient to draw eyebrows with shadows with a brush.
1 QVS
The QVS Double Sided Brush is the best tool for working with eyelids.Thanks to him, you can perfectly evenly distribute both liquid and loose shadows over the eyelids. The possibility of using it for eyebrow care is of great importance. Despite the low cost, reviews show that the fiber here is quite soft and dense, and does not stick together over time. Allergy sufferers will not have to worry, because it is made of nylon. For convenience, the brush has two working sides. Often ranked among the best brushes for makeup beginners. But there are also disadvantages - the bristles are beveled too roughly, and because of the uneven edges, the cosmetics are not shaded well enough.
Best natural makeup brushes
3 SHIK 50E
Being in the rating of not the most popular brush - Shik 50E for eyelashes - is no coincidence, and the reason for this is the fan shape, thanks to which the eyelashes are painted over from the beginning to the very end. The huge advantage is that they don't stick together. Leaving reviews, users focus on the durability of the bristles, which are made from raccoon hair. Thanks to this, it has optimal rigidity and is not rough on the skin. All this makes it possible to justify the price above average.
2 Parisa Cosmetics P14
Unlike other brushes, Parisa Cosmetics P14 is suitable for blending both dry and liquid eyeshadows. It has a fairly long and thin handle of light weight, so the process of applying cosmetics is simple. As the reviews show, with its help you can avoid abrupt transitions and smooth the boundaries when working with eyelids. The buyer will not be disappointed by the high quality of pony wool, which almost never causes allergies and has a mild effect on the skin. Speaking of the shortcomings, it is impossible not to note the small size of the bristles, which slightly increases the time for creating makeup.
1 Zoeva 101 Luxe Face Definer
If you don't like to carry a whole set of brushes with you or your budget does not allow you to purchase several brushes for different purposes, then this tool will be the best option! The brush is supplied in a practical pencil case with a zip-fastener and a brush guard, which will protect the pile from dust and dirt, and also keep its shape. A brush made of incredibly soft bristles, as much as 5 cm long, not only picks up bulk products well, but also gives them to the skin; not a single gram of product remains on the villi. For the Zoeva 101 Luxe Face Definer brush, spreading the powder evenly in a neat layer is not a problem. It blends delicately with the side and competes with its pointed tip. The pile is tightly fixed in the rim, which in turn is firmly attached to the comfortable long handle (17.5 cm) made of real wood.
Best professional makeup brushes
3 DEWAL BR-508
The undisputed leader in the category of the best professional makeup brushes - Dewal BR-508 for powder. Such a place of honor was given to her because of the possibility of using it for delicate skin, long service life and economical consumption of cosmetics due to the high-quality "sticking" of the powder. In the reviews, there are positive statements about the size of the soft part and the density of the bristles. But there are also complaints that the product is inconvenient to hold in the hand.
2 Real Techniques Bold Metals Brush 200 Oval Shadow
Bold Metals Brush 200 Oval Shadow by Real Techniques is one of the best-selling tools among professional makeup artists. This is due to the fact that the bristles here are made of high-quality soft bristles based on taklon. Despite the synthetic material, the leather does not suffer from it. This oval brush is for blush application only. According to reviews, it can be seen that it allows you to create a natural blush without noticeable color borders. A huge advantage of the brush is in soft bristles, which is convenient for picking up cosmetics. It fits securely in your hand thanks to the aluminum handle and rubberized base.
1 Christian Dior Backstage Powder Foundation
The professional Backstage Powder Foundation brush from the renowned fashion house Dior is designed for the perfect application of powder and powder foundations. Supplied with a velvet black pouch.It will be easy to work with the brush thanks to the comfortable elongated handle and thick and elastic natural bristle (handle length - 12 cm, and bristles - 2.5 cm). The brush has been involved in the creation of catwalk looks for more than a year. It perfectly grinds the powder, as it has an even cut; gives the entire product to the skin, so that the coloring pigments on it become matte and almost invisible. Reviews complain that it is almost impossible to find a brush in stores, but it will not be difficult to find it in online stores.
Best makeup brush sets
3 Limoni Smoky Eyes
Limoni Smoky Eyes are 5 natural bristle brushes in a compact eco-leather case. Although initially the brushes were positioned as a set of tools for creating a daring smoky ice, in the reviews they notice that Limoni Smoky Eyes is perfect for all types of work with eye shadow, since the set has everything you need for both applying simple daily makeup and more complex shading shadows. Small flat - transfers shadows to the eyelid; medium with a cropped semicircle - suitable for shading shadows of any texture; a round barrel brush with an elastic short bristle - for working out areas that are difficult to apply shadows; flat with a wide cut - for liquid eyeliner; there is also a brush with an eyebrow brush and an eyelash comb.
2 Zoeva Rose Golden Luxury Set Vol.2
The professional set Rose Golden Luxury Set Vol.2 from Zoeva is the choice of professionals who value quality and convenience. In total, the set includes eight brushes: three for the skin of the face, and five for the eyes. They are delivered in a leatherette cosmetic bag. Brushes with polished soft beige handles, numbered and the company logo, with a rose gold base look very expensive. The pile is made from a mixture of high quality synthetic and natural fibers. Brushes have repeatedly hit the ratings of the most demanded sets, thanks to the quality of materials, as well as their unique design. Each instrument is individually wrapped so that the pile does not lose its shape.
1 Bobbi Brown Caviar & Oyster Travel Brush Set
A professional set from the famous company Bobbi Brown is the best travel assistant for any girl. It includes all the brushes you need for a flawless make-up: for eyeliner; for lips; for applying blush and powder; 2 for shadows. The brushes are housed in a handy black eco-leather case, lined with powdery pink satin inside. In the reviews of beginners, as one of the main advantages of the set, it is noted that the brush handles indicate which area they are for. But the main advantage that brings the set to the world ratings of the best brushes is the durability of the tools; even with everyday use, brushes retain their original shape, texture and volume.