A Guide To Flawless Makeup With Types And Uses Of Makeup Brushes

Is it time to upgrade your make-up kit? How about adding some make-up brushes to the cart this time? Did you get intimidated by the copious range of brushes staring back at you in a make-up store? Do not worry about it. We have all been there and grabbed onto a multi-pack set. It is time to stop dabbing make-up on your face with your fingers. With a little homework, you will soon be able to distinguish your brushes. You will give yourself the ‘on fleek’ look

Remember the basics. Using different kinds of brushes for easy application and flawless finish is common. We have narrowed down a selection of important make-up brushes. These will contribute to your make-up routine. You can add them according to your make-up habits.

Foundation brush

Foundation forms the base of your make-up and needs to get applied all over the face. Hence, a foundation brush is indispensable. It lends a delicate look to your face. A sponge can result in a smudgy application. This is why the foundation brush makes for an ideal alternative. It prevents streak marks or harsh lines.

Concealer brush

It gets used for applying concealer to get rid of imperfections such as acne marks or spots. You can also use it for applying cream-like products, including cream eye shadow. Moreover, it brightens up dull areas of your space like the under the eye. The application of a concealer blush limits its function. Usually to areas with clear blemishes or imperfections. This is why it has a dense texture and is as small as a paintbrush. We recommend a tipped brush to cover small areas with precision.

Loose powder brush

The loose powder brush is quite versatile and, in a way, an omnipotent tool in your kit. Even if you do not buy brushes often, you must have this fluffy brush lying around somewhere. It has a softer texture as compared to a powder puff. You can start from the middle and move towards your neck and ear for even application and a natural look. It makes blending easy, and you can also use this for applying blush and bronzer.

Blush brush

While applying blush, one must go for a natural rosy tint. If you do not want to end up with red circles on your cheeks, a blush brush might be a good choice. It is a medium-sized, round, or flat head brush with a soft texture. Formulation of long and soft bristles helps to apply powdery products. All while keeping the base make-up intact. You can buy a blush brush with a slight angle on the edge so that it makes the application more precise and natural.

Eye shadow Brush

If you want to draw attention to your eyes, an elegant eyeshadow is the way to go. You will need three eye shadow brushes for a sleek look. They are all thin and soft. The large eye shadow brush gets used for crafting the base with a light-colored eye shadow. The medium and small brushes are to give your make-up a polished look. and make your eye shadow more intricate.

Bevel Brush

Your eyeliner and eyebrows demand a lot of time and concentration. It is always a little tricky to work around your eyebrows. The bevel brush will come to your rescue during these trying times. It is a somewhat angled brush with soft yet firm bristles. These bristles allow the smooth application of make-up. Especially on the eyeliner and lend a natural look to the eyebrows.

Lip Brush

If you are someone who likes a natural yet plump look, a lip brush will do that for you. It is a handy make-up tool with sleek bristles, which makes lipstick application a breeze. You can also use it to blend two shades of lipsticks for a more dramatic look and also get rid of the harsh lines.

Eyebrow Comb or Round Shaft Brush

Eyebrow Comb is for separating glued eyelashes and combing the eyebrows. It sweeps off the eyebrow powder and gives a natural look to your eyebrows.

Precautions for using a make-up brush

Make-up brushes will definitely make it easier to emulate Instagram beauty trends. But amidst your make-up routine, remember to wash your brushes. Dirty brushes can lead to infections. It could also cause rashes, and other kinds of skin-related side effects. Hence, you can use a gentle cleanser or baby shampoo to wash your make-up brushes. You can swirl the brushes into a bowl of cleanser and wash the bristles with your fingers to remove the make-up. You can dry them with a soft towel and preserve their shape by using your fingers.

Choosing a brush is a science

Bristles

Finding good quality make-up brush can be a little tricky. Make sure to buy brushes with durable bristles that will support your make-up and not break after a wash or two. You can test the strength of the bristles by rubbing the brush in your hand. If fibers fall out, then it means the bristles are not durable. Also, the bristle should feel soft against your skin and not scratchy. You would not want to expose your face or make-up to a scratchy brush.

Uniformity

You can dip it into powdery make-up and see if it can get dipped. The color of the brush is for maintaining the uniformity of the bristles. If the brush has an odd-colored patch of bristles, then it is a sign of a bad brush. You can sweep the bristles on the back of your hand to judge the uniformity of the bristles.

Curvature

You should pay attention to the curvature of the brush head while buying. This is an important marker of a good brush. We also recommend you to buy a round head brush because it incurs less damage to cosmetics.

Conclusion

A brush can last you a long while if it is of good quality and you take care of it. You and your make-up kit deserve a set of professional make-up brushes. You will see the change for yourself. Take your time with it because it will be worth the trouble.