A Starters Guide Towards Using Different Types Of Makeup Brushes

Congratulations! You have shown interest in one of the most colorful industries in the world. Makeup! Now that you are in, you work towards understanding makeup better. How every piece and tool in the makeup industry comes together to create a perfect piece. Starting with one of the essential makeup brushes! When you step into a store, you will not find much information attached to every brush. At least not enough that will help you understand all its functions.

Trust us; we know how important it is to get your information right for makeup brushes. So, what better than to create a perfect guide for you to go through? The perfect guide to keep as a friend while you venture onto this amazing journey of makeup brushes. If you are a starter looking for guidance on makeup brushes, then this guide is perfect for you. If you additionally want to know how to use these brushes, this guide will cover that too.

There are several brushes out there for you to choose from. But, keep an eye out for these because you must always have one of each on you:

Stippling Brush

We all know how sensitive skin can get. There is always one friend or client who will be prone to breakouts due to the nature of a brush’s bristles. To ensure that you have this aspect always covered, having a stippling brush is very useful. The soft texture of this amazing brush ensures that there is no irritation towards the skin. It also helps you get the greatest coverage while using foundation over any texture.

Contour Brush

Blending is one of the most crucial processes when it comes to makeup. Thus, having the right brush that can help you blend well is crucial. For concentrated applications, go for a contour brush. Ensure that it is angled with dense and soft bristles before you buy one. This will help you apply more products while ensuring minimal fallout. What is more, is that this brush will fit under your cheekbone too. This allows it to do most of the contouring work for you in the start itself.

Beauty Sponge

This does not fall under brushes, we know! But, it is a very handy tool to have in your makeup kit along with your makeup brushes. Having a beauty sponge is great for applying foundation. If you have dry skin, this sponge is perfect for you. It will help press foundation right into your skin and not brush up any extra texture. The only extra layer of care for this tool is to ensure that you wash it a couple of times a week. Not doing this could result in you having a bacteria-related breakout, and no one wants that now do they?

Foundation Brush

There are angles, stippling, and flat brushes available. But you also have options while choosing the perfect tool to help apply your foundation. For example, a classic flat foundation brush is perfect for applying liquid-based foundations. But you are the kind that likes brushes that give you more coverage, then the brush type changes. Going for a brush that is dense with synthetic bristles is the ideal way to go for more coverage.

Powder Brush

Powder brushes are a must-have for your kitty. But, as the name suggests, this is a powder brush. The kind of powder brush you use completely depends on what type of powder you plan on using. If you are choosing a setting powder, then work towards getting a fluffier brush that is soft to touch. You do not want to apply too much powder either. Doing this risks it appearing too matte or leaving an unnatural white/gray cast.

Fan Brush

Fan brushes come in to help with two main purposes.

One: To help with the application of highlight.

Two: to help clean up your power makeup mistakes that get left behind.

These brushes are alike paper fans in the shape that we know for their light bristles. This shape helps run a delicate application of your powder highlighter. It works right down your cheekbone and the tip of your nose. Fan brushes are also used to help remove the excess eye shadow powder fallout. Not removing it could result in a messy situation if not removed.

Bronzer Brush

No one and no one can get enough of this brush. Think of this brush as Cinderella’s fairy godmother’s wand. It adds the perfect sparkle needed to make your day or night beautiful. These brushed are used in the areas left that you wish to add an all-over dimension to. This includes along the jawline, your cheekbones, or the side of your forehead.

Duo-Fiber Brush

If you are a multitasker, you must have this brush. The duo-fiber brush is known for its well-placed sets of bristles. This brush helps you buff out your foundation along with giving an airbrushed finish. It also blends cream blushes and bronzer. If you want a brush that can be used to diffuse highlighting powder on your face, then this brush is a must-have.

Blush Brush

This brush is usually a tad bit smaller than a powder brush. It has a dome-like shape with long, soft bristles. The size depends on how you choose to apply your blush and what effect you are looking at. For example, if you are looking at a spot of color and not too much of a blush application, go for a bigger blush brush. This ensures that you can sweep the blush brush from your cheek to the back of your ear. This will help create the perfect soft blush that you are looking for.

Kabuki Brush

This is a versatile brush. That’s why it has always remained a favorite and constant brush in every makeup brush kit owned. A Kabuki brush is known for its flat top. Its bristles are packed and are extra soft to touch. This brush is the ultimate perfect brush that one can use for applying bronzer.

It also comes in handy for blending, and of course, applying powder. This brush is an absolute winner when it comes to its buffing talents.

Concealer Brush

This very handy brush helps you apply your product with absolute precision. Use this brush for applying the product in areas of your face that a big brush cannot get to. It can be tricky to apply products in areas such as under your eye, side of your nose, or to cover up a blemish. So having this brush can help you apply the product in such places.

So, there you have it, 11 important and useful brushes for every starter and how to use them. Keeping these handy ensures your learning journey is fruitful. You do not get frustrated when certain product applications get tricky. It’s ideal to have a brush for every type of application. But with these 11 makeup brushes by your side, you are off to a great start. Good luck!