Types of Makeup Brushes. Makeup brushes: which ones are needed for what?

High-quality cosmetic brushes will help save time when applying makeup, having a positive effect on the result. To accurately select makeup brushes, you need to know what functions the brush performs and what it is intended for.

Makeup brushes are divided according to the “application area” criterion.

Several main parts to which makeup is applied:

1. Face. Use of facial skin care products, foundation and contouring products.
2. Eyes. Using eyeliner, (various textures), shadows.
3. Nose. Distribution of products for leveling and natural contouring.
4. Eyebrows and eyelashes. For distributing mascara, gels and pencil.
5. Lips. Liquid lipsticks (gloss).

The value of the brush may depend on the type of bristles used and the base material used.

For applying foundation

Cosmetic brushes for distributing and applying foundation cosmetics are divided into several types:

• Contour. The bristles take on a barrel shape with a straight tuft of bristles. The brush is thick and helps create wide lines on the face. Essential for contouring foundation products. At the beginning there are dark bristles of natural origin, at the end there is white unnatural bristles.
• Flat, long. ABOUT round shape, has nylon bristles that do not absorb foundation, minimizing product consumption. Corrects spot imperfections on the face.
• Flat, small. Distributes the cream to even out the tone in a small layer over pinpoint imperfections of the face. Suitable for foundations with a watery texture.
• Rounded, pointed. Provides even coverage, adapting to the skin. The brush is cut, the bristles at the cut site are soft, the cut should continue to the end. It can be made from unnatural bristles or combined with horse hairs.

For concealer

The brush for applying any concealer is small and thin. Made from unnatural bristles for faster concealer blending. Corrects spot products, distributing them evenly and removing excess.

Powder brushes

A professional needs to have 2 types of brushes:

• Wide oval. It has a rounded bristle tip to finely distribute powder to every part of the face. Able to remove excess powder.
• Kabuki. An option that is suitable for pressed powders. This is a ball with a large number of hairs, which are collected in the shape of a trapezoid. It is padded and has a very small but thick handle. Due to its compact size, the brush fits easily into a pocket or bag.

It is not able to work out pinpoint imperfections in hard-to-reach places, since the pile has a large volume.

Blush brushes

Makeup brushes are used to highlight cheekbones and cheekbones. It is important to know which one is intended for the cheekbones and what a trapezoidal brush is needed for.

There are 3 types of brushes for applying blush:

• Powder blush - angled brush. It is made from natural soft bristles and is 2-3 times smaller in size than a powder brush. May have a round or beveled shape for correct application blush on cheeks, cheekbones.
• Cream blush - trapezoidal brush. Very convenient for applying blush, does not absorb texture. Synthetic fibers subtly distribute the product according to the shape of the cheekbones.
• Contouring with blush - round brush in the form of a small fan. It has a smooth cut, rounded at the edges, suitable for shading the tone, and linearly emphasizes the cheekbones.

For eyeliner

For any eyeliner or dry pencil, a very thin brush consisting of unnatural fiber is used. It is beveled at the edges and has a pointed shape at the end. The higher the pressure on the eye, the larger the line you can get. There are options for brushes with a cut shape. Brushes of this type have not a large number of fine pile.

For more convenient application of dry eyeliner on the eyelid, they have a soft but pointed end.

For applying shadows

It is worth paying attention to natural bristle brushes of this shape:

1. Wide medium brush for applying the selected palette to the moving eyelid. It has an oval shape, rounded on both sides. Distributes shadows evenly, partially absorbs excess product, ensuring its thin application.
2. Sharply beveled brush necessary for treating the folds of the moving eyelid. It is denser at the base, as well as at the end.
3. A pencil brush, long, shaped like an oval. Necessary for spot treatment of the eyes. Makes the line of dry eyeliner more durable, and transitions into color palette soft.

For blending shadows

This point is about makeup brushes, which ones, why they are necessary for shading and smooth transition of shadows. For example, a brush oval shape, creates a “haze” near the eye, which enlarges it. Must be used after applying the main layer of eyeshadow.

You need to take a brush and walk along the borders of contact of shades 1-3 times for shading and a smooth transition. If you need to shade the pencil, use a rectangular brush made of unnatural bristles. It has the shape of a spatula, perfectly draws out the pencil, and makes the line softer.

Eyeshadow remover brush

It has a fan shape, gently removes dry residues of crumbly eye shadows and other products without changing the structure of the coloring. Removes tiny residues without smearing them across your face.

Eyelash Brushes

For tinting eyelashes, there is a brush with multiple hard and soft bristles. It distributes mascara evenly, emphasizing the shape and length of the eyelashes. It also lifts and secures hairs that have lost their shape.

Lip brushes

There are 2 main types of lip brushes that blend lipstick and create a clearer outline.

1. Softly angled thin brush middle length made from natural pile. It has a dense pile, with its help you can outline the contour of your lips without using a pencil. There is a pointed corner at the end for working out point details.
2. To blend and fill lips with lipstick, use a soft oval brush made of synthetic bristles to save cosmetics. The color is more even, the lipstick is absorbed and adheres to the skin for long-lasting color retention.

Types of brushes according to the type of bristles

All brushes can be divided according to the “pile type” criterion:

• Artificial(synthetic) - does not absorb fatty foods. The base is made from recycled or nylon materials. These brushes are easier to clean and use a minimal amount of makeup.
• Natural(bristle) - soft pile, absorbs cosmetics. The most popular options are horse hairs and squirrels. Brush data best option for a velvety application of loose blush. They use more cosmetics, but distribute it evenly over the face without excess or residue.

Video about what brushes are needed for makeup depending on the area of ​​the face:

Each group has its pros and cons. For a certain cosmetic product, it is necessary to use the appropriate brush.

Basic set of makeup brushes

This set of brushes is not suitable for a beginner makeup artist. For an amateur user, it will be the best option because all the necessary cosmetic tools complement each other.

It is included in the kit:

1. Brush for blending foundation. This brush allows you to apply the very first layer of makeup thinly; some people replace it with a sponge.
2. Smoothly angled brush for proper application of blush. It hits the apples and cheekbones exactly!
3. The next brush from the basic set is a soft, oval-shaped brush with a rounded tip for applying shadows to the fixed and moving eyelid.
4. A concealer brush can perform other functions and be used to draw a lip line.
5. Eyebrow brush and comb to add volume to eyelashes. These tools are a must-have in an amateur's makeup bag; with their help, you can give your eyebrows a shape, a combed look, and curl your eyelashes.
6. For powder, you should use a brush with natural bristles; it perfectly sets primary makeup.
7. A softly angled brush is suitable for shading dry eyeliner and for applying the chosen pigment to the eyebrows.

Many beginning makeup artists ask about makeup brushes, which ones are used for what in the basic set. They have their own special purpose, but can complement or replace more advanced options. Beginners should not purchase a large number of brushes.

First you need to familiarize yourself with the basic version.

If there are special accents in makeup, such as eyeliner, drawing eyebrows, a combination of several shades of eye shadow, you need to purchase additional brushes.

How to choose makeup brushes?

To choose the right special makeup brushes, you need to know:

1. Purpose of makeup brushes. There are 2 options: professional brushes for precise detailing of all parts of the face and amateur brushes, which are suitable for everyday and simple holiday makeup.
2. Economy. Criterion based on the type of pile and the detailing of the face. Synthetic brushes are more economical, unlike natural ones. Cheap brush sets include 5-9 basic options.
3. Popularity and sales. If these brushes are recommended by consultants and the selected set is popular, then the brushes really cope with the task. Less popular brands are cheaper and less valuable.
4. Which brush for makeup will do? Why is it in the set? The next criterion is the number of brushes for processing the face. By choosing a small set, the user spends less, but deprives the face of spot correction.

Based on these criteria, you need to select brushes for applying makeup.

Top 10 Best Professional Makeup Brushes Sets!

It's hard to find the best makeup brushes. Each manufacturer has pros and cons of its products, as well as different quality assessment criteria.

There are several most convenient sets:

1. Japanese brushes “Hakuhodo”. Some of the best brushes, recognized by popular makeup artists. Sold not only as a set, but also individually. They have a high price and are made from natural pile. The price varies between 2000-4000 rubles.
2. Makeup brushes in a set from " Bobbi Brown» basic, can be combined with each other, there are similar functions. They have natural bristles and wooden handles, and come in a set of 10 brushes that are suitable for a beginning makeup artist.
3. Brushes from NYX are not sold as a set, they must be assembled using manufactured cosmetics palettes. The brushes are very durable (especially synthetic ones), have a stylish design and high hair strength. Less expensive brushes from “Shik” have dense bristles and distribute foundation worse.
4. "Sigma". These brushes are more affordable than previous sets. Sold individually or in sets of 12 pieces. The brand appeared in 2009, and has proven itself to be a good product with unusual design only recently. One of the features of the brushes in this series is the voluminous handle, which makes them heavier. The pile is less dense and may fall out.
5. "Clarins Brush" is a brand that has a narrow focus. Brushes from this manufacturer are excellent for blending foundation and contouring products. The company itself is valued for its environmentally friendly products, but they are expensive. Price starts from 1500 rubles, reaches 3000 rubles.
6. Brushes from popular brands Roubloff, Da Vinci and Sephora(Sephora) are ideal for artists who use decorative cosmetics. They are suitable for applying complex art, artistic lines and other design elements to the face. They are quite often replaced with simpler watercolor brushes. There are several sets, from the “Minimal” size and up to 10 brushes per set. Price starts from 800 rubles, relatively inexpensive.
7. Essence Brush. Budget makeup brushes are made from synthetic fiber. They are divided according to the degree of hardness and are excellent for blending dry cosmetics. The brushes are sold both as a set and individually and have an interesting design. Price up to 400 rubles.
8. Just & Jean's. Professional brushes that are used for distributing decorative cosmetics. The brand produces compact organizers for brushes, selling them in a set. The price starts from 1000 rubles, in a set of 10 brushes.
9. Mermaid Multipurpose Brush- the next item of the best professional kits. Each brush has its own purpose; they cannot be combined. They are made from natural bristles and gained popularity due to the interesting design of the handle in the shape of fish scales. Suitable for decorative cosmetics, an excellent decoration for a beauty blog. The set contains 10 different tools, price from 1000 rubles.
10. Zoeva- These are brushes for blending, applying and other uses foundation. The professional and very expensive segment is famous for being used by popular personalities. Price starts from 2000 rubles, the minimum set is 4 brushes, up to 15 different options.

How to care for makeup brushes?

To avoid inflammatory processes, which very often occur when using dirty brushes, they must be cleaned daily.

Makeup brushes require constant care to prevent the growth of dangerous microorganisms in them.

Caring for brushes is carried out in several stages:

1. After applying makeup, wipe the used brushes with damp wipes. It is necessary to clean the pile with antibacterial cotton pads.
2. 1-2 times a week you need to do a complete cleaning. Rinse brushes, clean with intended products, remove plaque and bacteria.
3. You can clean your brushes several times a month using alcohol and soap. Procedures must be strictly alternated.
4. Brushes should be washed with warm water, do not use hot water- it reduces the quality of wooden handles. Cold water does not clean the pile well and takes a long time to dry, which can lead to broken handles.
5. If you don’t have enough time or the opportunity to completely clean your brushes, then you should use a makeup remover (micellar water or alcohol toner). Special solvents and nail polish remover are suitable. The brushes are dipped into the container and after a few minutes they are thoroughly wiped with a damp cloth.
6. If you rarely use brushes, it is advisable to store them in a case, in a closed place, protected from direct sunlight.
7. Wet brushes must be dried and only after complete drying are placed in a storage case.
8. Do not dry brushes vertically in a glass! This drying method allows water to drain into the base, liquefying the glue. The lint may come loose from the handle.

How often should you wash your makeup brushes?

Makeup brushes, which one, why and how many times per week are washed - these are the main aspects that an amateur user should know.

Brushes should be washed the following number of times:

1. Brushes that are used as sponges are thoroughly washed 2 times a week.
2. Applicator brushes are washed 1-2 times a month.
3. The rest of the brushes need to be washed once every 7 days.

A simple schedule that will help you avoid acne, inflammation and other unpleasant irritations on your face.

What's the best way to store brushes?

There are several of them:

• Do not store brushes in a case. Most often, cases for brushes (with the exception of expensive brands) have basic cases. It is impossible to fit large sets into one case.
  Also, such a case gets dirty quickly. Therefore, putting all the brushes into it again, there is a risk of getting them dirty again.
• Glasses for brushes are the best home storage option. Very beautiful glasses can become an additional element of your home interior. You just have to choose the right color palette.
• If brushes are rarely used, then they should be stored in a case or in a small covered box without exposure to sunlight, with average humidity and temperature.

Makeup brushes do not require special storage conditions. They are divided into several main and additional ones, the division occurs according to parts of the face. To understand what kind of brush it is and what it is intended for, it is enough to feel the bristles and determine the shape (shape).

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Useful video about makeup brushes

Demonstrative video about makeup brush care (washing, drying):

And how many should there be in a woman’s cosmetic bag?

“When choosing the ideal brush, you need to be guided by the following factors: its shape, type of bristles and intended purpose. As a rule, cosmetic brands automatically divide brushes into subgroups depending on what product will be applied with their help: there are brushes for foundation, powder, blush, eye shadow and even contouring.

However, makeup artists are confident that any brush can be multifunctional. So, with a concealer brush you can easily apply eye shadow, and with a blush brush you can distribute foundation to get the lightest and most invisible coverage.

Based on the type of bristles, all brushes can be divided into natural and synthetic. Natural bristles are more porous in structure, so they retain the product between the bristles and release it gradually, creating a light coating. Synthetic bristles, on the contrary, immediately transfer most of the product to the skin, which means the makeup is more intense. This is why you can most often find brushes with combined type pile, which allows you to achieve optimal results.

When choosing a brush, pay attention to its quality: the bristles should not fall out or break. The brush itself should be soft and not irritate the skin when touched. Make sure that the bristles have a slightly tapered, thin tip - this way the brush will not leave unpleasant streaks when applying the product.”

Here is the required minimum of brushes with which you can easily create makeup of any level of complexity:

- foundation brush (flat or round);

- blush brush (a medium-sized fluffy brush. This brush is also perfect for sculpting);

- powder brush (the largest, softest and fluffiest brush);

- an eyeshadow brush (it’s better to have two: a flat, dense one for applying eyeshadow and a small fluffy one for shading them);

- foldable lip brush.

ELLE's pick: makeup brushes

Shader Brush - Medium; Angled Eyeliner Brush; Foundation Kabuki; Double-ended Sculpting Brush; Precision Corrector Brush

MAKE UP FOR EVER is a leader in decorative cosmetics. It is not surprising that they have the most a wide range of all kinds of makeup brushes. Our favorites are the double-ended Double-ended Sculpting Brush for sculpting, following every curve of the face Foundation Kabuki for applying foundation and the universal Precision Corrector Brush for applying concealer and eyeliner.

Chanel Les Mini De Chanel

The universal Chanel set of 5 types of mini brushes is an indispensable must-have in any girl’s beauty arsenal. Depending on the thickness and shape, one brush can be used to apply multiple products at once: for example, the Foundation Brush 6 can also be used to distribute and blend blush, highlighter and bronzer.

Diffusing Blush Brush; Large Powder Brush; Optical Blurring Brush

A real find for a beautyaholic is a set of professional makeup brushes from Urban Decay Pro. The widest Large Powder Brush is ideal for applying and blending mineral powder, the Diffusing Blush Brush is suitable for blush and bronzer, and the Optical Blurring Brush is for creating a perfectly even tone with a natural finish and an optical blur effect.

The Duo Fiber Blush #159 brush from MAC is good for applying blush and highlighter, and it is also convenient for contouring. Thanks to its rounded shape, it perfectly shades products of different textures: from crumbly to liquid. A successful combination of two types of bristles (natural + synthetic) allows you to collect the strictly required amount of product to create a natural coating.

Foundation Brush; Face Contour Bruch

In the Rouge Bunny Rouge beauty menu - wide choose all kinds of makeup brushes. We chose two of the most versatile ones - the flat Foundation Brush, with which you can conveniently distribute foundation, concealer, liquid highlighter and bronzer, and the fluffy Face Contour Bruch for creating perfect contouring or draping.

The miniature Erborian brush is designed specifically for applying BB and CC creams, for which the Korean brand is so famous. Synthetic bristles allow you to create a dense enough coverage to disguise all visible skin imperfections. It is also convenient to apply concealer and cream highlighter.

Blush Brush; Arched Powder; Expert Face Brush

With the help of Real Techniques brushes you can master makeup of any level of complexity. Using the Expert Face Brush, apply foundation, concealer or highlighter. We use Blush Brush to blend loose or cream blush on the cheekbones, and Arched Powder to distribute mineral powder and bronzer.

1. large brush for compact or loose powder.
2. blush brush.
3. fan brush. Used to brush away dry particles of cosmetics from the face.
4. large oblique brush for blush and cheekbone correction.
5. brush for contour correction.
6. Brush for shading shadows "Barrel" allows you to softly shade shadows, convenient for the arched eye socket above the moving eyelid.

7. small oblique brush for nose correction.
8. brush for foundation, for liquid correctors.
9. Kabuki brush - for loose or compact powder.
10. large eyeshadow brush. A large eyeshadow brush is used to apply light eyeshadow over a large area of ​​the eyelid.
11. flat short brush for shading. Used to softly blend shadows along the eyelid.
12. brush for shading shadows. Natural bristles are recommended.
13. lip brush. Used to contour and apply lipstick.
14. brush for “Stretching” eye lines - shadows, pencil.
15. brush to soften the pencil line. 16. Oblique brush to soften the pencil line.
17. shading brush. 18. Small brush for liquid concealers. Used for spot correction and for correction of small areas of the face.
19. oblique brush for working out eyebrows. Using an angled brow brush, you can shade your brow pencil, or gently define your brows with eye shadow.
20. eyebrow comb.
21. sponge (applicator. Used for applying dry or liquid eye shadow. 22. eyebrow comb.

Foundation brushes. How to choose a foundation brush?

Facial makeup starts with tinting, and the brush you use to apply your foundation will ultimately impact your overall look. The choice of brushes for applying tone is quite large, and each option has its own characteristics. Let's figure out which brush is right for you.

Flat brush

This is a recognized makeup classic for all times. You can easily find such a brush in the cases of most makeup artists. It is made of artificial bristles, which perfectly picks up and transfers tone to the face without absorbing the product. Due to this, the flat brush transfers the foundation from the bristles onto the skin as much as possible and the coverage is medium to dense. This brush is perfect for evening makeup, however for everyday option the layer of foundation may be excessive.

To apply tone with a flat brush, move across the skin from top to bottom, smoothing down the fuzz. Application with such a brush is also useful if there are flaking on the skin, you can smooth them out with it. Make sure that the bristles of the flat brush do not leave streaks of foundation on the skin. Go over the brush a few more times to completely blend the tone onto your skin.

Round brush

This brush is also made of artificial bristles, but, unlike the previous one, it has a round shape. With this brush you can achieve both a light coverage and a denser one, depending on the amount of product used.

The round brush is very easy to use. The foundation is easily shaded to a natural effect using circular movements, erasing all the boundaries of the product and distributing the tone as evenly as possible. But be careful in using it if you have flaking on your face. The skin flakes will rise and become more noticeable, so in such places, blend out the foundation using patting movements.

Duo-fiber brush

One of the most popular types of tone brushes contains both artificial and natural (or similar) bristles. Thanks to the artificial bristles, this brush easily picks up the product without absorbing it, and with the help of natural bristles located a little further from the end of the brush, it blends perfectly. Suitable for both lighter daytime makeup, and for the evening. Also, thanks to its thickness and softness, this brush can be used to apply powder to set foundation or concealer under the eyes. As a rule, these brushes have a round shape, so they blend the foundation with circular movements.

Makeup sponge

Despite the fact that the sponge is not a brush, it is impossible to keep silent about it in the list the best means for applying foundation. It's also a very handy tool that even a makeup novice can use to achieve even coverage with ease.

Use your fingers to place dots of foundation all over your face, and then use a damp sponge to spread the tone over your skin using patting movements. This option is ideal for those with dry skin, and also the best way will help to tint problem areas.

The coverage can vary from ultra-light to dense evening coverage depending on the amount of foundation you use in your makeup, as well as the degree of moisture of the sponge. The more water it contains, the less product the sponge will pick up on its surface and, accordingly, release to the skin. The drier the sponge, the denser the final result will be. However, do not use the sponge in a completely dry state; in this form it will be useless for foundation.

What is a kabuki brush used for?

Kabuki is an ideal brush for powder (mineral loose) or blush. Kabuki brushes are not recommended for applying liquid or creamy textures, since it is extremely difficult to achieve an even distribution of tone with thick bristles. The dense bristles make the Kabuki a great powder brush.

Types of makeup brushes. Makeup brushes - types and purposes

The perfect makeup can transform the face of any woman and turn her from Cinderella into a Princess. Roughly or carelessly applied makeup can ruin even a pretty face, turning it into an unattractive mask. In applying makeup, skill and accuracy are of primary importance, but the quality of the cosmetics and the tools used also play an important role. About application tools cosmetics will be discussed further.

Professional makeup artists apply makeup using special brushes. Their use allows you to achieve smooth transitions, sharp accents, perfectly shaded borders and clear lines. For achievement good results Brushes must be used and selected correctly. You can find a lot on the shelves different types tools. They differ in sizes, shapes, materials and quality. Many people are faced with the question of how to choose makeup brushes from a huge assortment, so as not to regret the money spent later.

Material and quality of brushes

Can be used to make brushes different materials. Their bristles are made of natural or synthetic bristles, handles are made of plastic, wood and metal. Most women think that the best makeup brushes are those made from natural materials. This is wrong. Products made from squirrel and pony are good, but they are not recommended for applying liquid products, such as foundation or concealer. Their lint absorbs such cosmetics, so it is difficult to wash and quickly becomes unusable. Natural makeup brushes are best used for dry products, such as loose eyeshadow or powder. Synthetic products are suitable for any type of cosmetics; they can be used to create the perfect tone or apply liquid shadows; in addition, they last longer, do not absorb paint and retain fat. When choosing them, you should pay attention to quality.

1. Test the stiffness of the pile. It should be soft and tender. Too hard brushes will not only be unsuitable for high-quality application of products, but can also damage the skin.
2. Make sure the brush doesn't fade. Swipe it through its pile and release it sharply 20 times. If the hairs remain in place, the product is suitable for use.
3. Test the handle. The material from which it is made does not matter much. The main thing is to make sure that the fleecy part is well connected to the handle. Take the brush by the tip and wave it gently. If anything in it is loose or does not fit tightly, you should discard the product.

Purpose of makeup brushes

In addition to materials, makeup brushes differ in purpose. Each type is used for one purpose or another.

To create tone

Using a rounded, flat brush with synthetic fibers, it is good to apply primer or foundation. It does not leave streaks and does not absorb the product, creating an even thin layer. Using a round brush with flat edges, it is good to blend the edges of the foundation. This is done with quick movements from the center to the edges of the face.

A small, beveled brush is good for drawing small details of the face, making corrections. For example, giving a certain shape to the nose. It can be used to blend shadows.

An angled blush brush is great for shaping your cheekbones.

A medium round brush is used to apply blush or dry concealer to the temples and cheekbones.

A large, fluffy, soft round brush is designed for powder. How larger size has the product, the smoother the product will lie.

Use a fan-shaped brush to remove excess powder, eye shadow or blush. Without smearing, it removes crumbled particles of products.

The small, rounded, flat brush is ideal for applying concealer. Applying and blending the product is more convenient than using your fingers.

Eye makeup brushes

A thin brush with adjacent bristles is used to draw arrows and eyeliner.

A flat, rounded brush with short bristles is used to apply shadows to the moving eyelid and outer corners of the eyes.

Tapered, angled brushes are great for creating smooth transitions between eyeshadow colors. They smooth out the edges, shade and apply products. With their help, you can highlight the crease of the eyelid with dark shadows.

Small brushes with a rounded shape and short bristles are intended for drawing small details, shading a pencil, applying shadows to the lower eyelid, and emphasizing the lash line.

Using a flat, angled brush, you can draw arrows with shadows or eyeliner, shade the pencil, and adjust the color and shape of the eyebrows.

A dense, round, tapering brush is ideal for blending eye shadow and drawing out the creases of the eyelid.

Brushes, which look like small combs, are used to separate eyelashes and shape eyebrows.

For lip makeup

A thin, tapered brush made of synthetic bristles gently and precisely applies lipstick. With its help you can create the perfect lip contour.

The quality of the pile is one of the fundamental factors. In their work, professional makeup artists give preference to products with natural bristles made from sable or squirrel wool. Such a tool does not spoil the cosmetics themselves and ensures the most careful and high-quality distribution of them over the skin. Professional makeup brushes made from such materials are quite expensive. Also, they cannot be used with “wet cosmetics”. Natural fillers include:

• Hair column. Thin and elastic hair is the most practical to use. This material is most often found in eye makeup brushes. A special feature of kolinsky brushes is the presence of a soft long tip. To prevent such an instrument from deteriorating prematurely, its use is limited only to dry cosmetics.
• Fox hair. Natural material from which tools are made for applying blush and powder to the skin. Ideal for home use.
• Goat hair. Quite a popular material for working with all types of dry products. Due to its density, goat hair makes blending cosmetics simpler and of higher quality.
• Pony and squirrel hair is ideal for applying dry and loose hair cosmetic compositions. Eye makeup brushes are mainly made from these materials.

Modern products made from artificial materials are in no way inferior in quality to natural makeup brushes. All possible disadvantages of operation are inherent only in cheap low-quality products. On this moment There are synthetic brushes made of taklon and nylon. Synthetic hair is a material ideal for working with liquid, creamy and greasy textures, as it does not absorb grease. These brushes can also be used to apply cosmetics using a wet method. These are usually inexpensive brushes, but their price depends on the quality and manufacturer.

In addition, there are duofiber brushes that combine two types of bristles in any variation. Thus this product combines the properties of both fillers and can be considered universal for certain purposes. For example: a brush that combines squirrel and pony bristles becomes an excellent tool for working with all dry textures, thanks to the combination of characteristics such as elasticity and softness.

Two-color brushes are not necessarily duofiber: the main characteristic of a duofiber brush is the presence of piles of different lengths.

It is worth paying attention to the fact that brushes come in trimmed and type-set types. Typesetting ones are several times more expensive, but their quality corresponds to the price. Unlike edge brushes, they do not streak and provide soft application and blending of cosmetics.

When choosing brushes for the basic set, preference should be given to hand-assembled set brushes. In this case, saving is not appropriate, because the tool will serve you faithfully long years. To apply different textures, the set requires both natural and synthetic brushes!

Video MAKEUP BRUSHES: WHICH ONE FOR WHAT?

All professional makeup brushes are classified according to their area of ​​use.

Makeup artists distinguish the following types:

1. For applying shadows;
2. For foundation, corrector;
3. For dry powder and blush;
4. For lipstick, gloss;
5. For eyeliner.

Also, the purpose depends on their shape. For example, diagonal ones are used to correct the shape of the nose, and fan ones are used for cheeks and forehead. Visually, they can differ not only in shape, but also in the material from which they are made.

Makeup brushes

The shape of the contour of the hair bun of a makeup brush is:

• Flat;
• Petal-shaped;
• Oblique or diagonal;
• Beam-like (long and short);
• Fan;
• Barrel-shaped.

In addition, brushes are both cosmetic and for applying masks. They are widely used in medical cosmetology due to their ability to increase the effectiveness of cosmeceuticals.

The following materials are used as bristles for brushes:

1. Natural wool (squirrel, pony, goat, marten, measles and others);
2. Hard bristles (pork, badger, buffalo);
3. Synthetic fibers (nylon and rigid nylon).

Traditionally, eyeshadow tools are made from synthetic bristles. They blend cosmetics well and can “pick up” a large amount of product at once. Soft natural brushes are often used to apply powder, blush and foundation. With their help, you can easily blend a small amount of product over the skin, creating a thin corrective veil on the face.

For ease of use, some brands label their products by color. For example, these are Real Techniques and Chanel. Tools for the base are presented in a beige palette, while additional tools are presented in a brighter palette.

If previously makeup brushes could only be found in makeup artists’ cases, now any girl can use them every day and master any makeup technique with their help. But, as they say, whoever has a choice also has the pain of choice. A huge number of brands offer brushes in different price segments and different quality. These are brushes from MAC, Bobbi Brown, Sigma, Real Techniques, L’Etoile (letual), Eco tools, Coastal Scents, Zoeva, Hakuhodo, Inglot and many others.

Most often, a standard set of makeup brushes includes various brushes in quantities of 8, 12, 18, 24 pieces. Knowing what each brush is intended for, you can individually select makeup brushes and assemble a set or choose the optimal one.

What are makeup brushes made of? Remember: for dry textures you need to use brushes made of natural bristles, for cream textures – synthetic brushes. Duofiber are brushes with natural and synthetic bristles that are used for different types products due to their delicate structure.

You should not skimp on brushes, because a good brush can last up to 12 years (yes, this is really possible with proper care!). There is a little trick - how to check the quality of brushes. High-quality makeup brushes always feel very pleasant to the touch on the cut line and are elastic. Run the brush over your hand, lightly tug the bristles - the hairs should not fall out.

It is very important to properly care for your brushes- It is advisable to wash them with hair shampoo after each use.

For tone

To apply foundation, you can use both brushes and a beauty blender. By the way, the latter is easier and more convenient to use, but if you are more accustomed to using a brush, then choose the flagship brushes No. 130 and No. 190 from MAC. Or Expert Face Brush from Real Techniques. About them you can find for the most part only very good feedback. These brushes are made of synthetic material, do not absorb foundation and distribute it evenly over the face. They are flat in shape, often called a “spatula” or “tongue,” but Shiseido has a completely flat-cut brush (No. 131) that does a great job of pushing foundation into the skin.

MAC No. 130: A short, fluffy barrel brush with a combination of bristles and laser sharpening, it is ideal for the delicate and easy application of foundations, creamy textures, emulsions and some powders. Made from synthetic and natural bristles.

MAC #190: Foundation Brush provides an even, smooth application and flawless coverage. Can be used to apply any foundation. Use to apply, distribute and blend foundation on any area of ​​the face.

New on the market – O! Wow Brush by CAILYN. Spoon-shaped foundation brush. Thanks to its velvety and dense brush, the Cailyn brush allows you to achieve the most natural result, similar to the effect that air makeup gives to the skin (the tone is applied in a thin, even layer). The reason for this is the rounded, slightly pointed shape of the brush, which helps to apply the tone evenly and easily blend a variety of textures - from cream to powder, and also mask imperfections even in such hard-to-reach places as the areas around the eyes and nose, under lower lip etc.

For powder

Which brush is best for applying powder to your face? With a thick and elastic tail or long pile. Depending on the manufacturer, the pile can be cut evenly or in the form of a dome. These brushes capture loose powder well and distribute it evenly over the face. This brush is included in a set of 12 brushes.

MAC #138: Slightly tapered, teardrop-shaped brush with soft natural bristles and a comfortable handle. Designed specifically for creating contours and shading. Apply contours to the prominent areas of the face with the side, and use the pointed tip to apply and blend dry blush, highlighting formulas and powder.

For correction

Even ideal facial features sometimes need correction, for which make-up artists use dry and creamy contouring products. Which brushes are suitable for dry products? A round brush with beveled bristles, it can be used to correct the shape of the nose.

MAC #109: A soft, round, voluminous natural bristle brush used to apply, blend, and contour using dry contouring products.

For blush

What brush is used to apply blush? You can use a powder brush, or you can purchase a special brush with an angled end. It allows you to shade the edge of the blush contour well.

Bobbi Brown Face Blender: An easy-to-use, all-in-one brush that creates a smooth, soft powder coverage and perfectly blends bronzing powder and blush. (Included in a standard set of 12 brushes).

What can you use a kabuki brush for? For applying blush, bronzer, powder, cream powder - practically everything! Kabuki is a brush with short bristles, a short handle, and dense bristles. Helps distribute tightly compressed products. Kabuki is usually not included in a standard makeup brush set and must be purchased separately.

For concealer

First, decide what the concealer is used for. They can not only mask dark circles under the eyes, but also be used to contour the face. For example, you can thin line Apply concealer to the bridge of your nose to visually make it narrower. A concealer brush can also be used to apply lipstick. It is not difficult to recognize: it is made from synthetic fibers, has a flat shape and a pointed end.

For eyebrows

An angled flat brush with short bristles is used to shape eyebrows and apply arrows. This particular form is ideal for beginners, because using this brush is very convenient, it has received positive reviews most users. For example, L’Etiole (letual) No. 217, it is included in a standard set of 12 brushes.

In addition to the brush, you should also purchase an eyebrow comb. For example, Sigma E80. Together they can make any eyebrows close to ideal.

Professional makeup brushes play as important a role as the quality of the decorative cosmetics themselves. It is not enough to use only branded lipsticks, foundations and other make-up products. You also need to apply all beauty products correctly.

Makeup brushes: which ones are needed for what?

All makeup brushes are classified in several ways. First of all, make-up tools are divided by area of ​​use:

For applying shadows and other decorative products to the eyelids and area around the eyes (the brush has a miniature specific shape);

For dry powder, blush, and other pressed cosmetic products, which are applied to the face in a minimal amount;

For lipstick, lip gloss, tint and others decorative coatings of this kind;

For eyeliner.

The use of makeup brushes directly depends on the size and configuration of each specific product. For example, diagonal instruments are designed for nose correction. The fan brush is ideal for working on the skin of the cheeks and forehead.

Brushes according to the contour shape

Professional makeup artists say that the best makeup brushes should not only be good quality, specific shape and size, but also be selected taking into account the characteristics of the contour. Taking into account this characteristic, instruments can be of the following varieties:

Smooth bunches;

"Petal";

Oblique products;

Diagonal;

Beam-shaped;

• Barrel-shaped.

It is also worth noting that all tools are divided into two global categories: sets of brushes for applying decorative cosmetics and devices for applying various skin care products (masks, gels, serums).

Makeup brushes by type of material

Some makeup artists believe that only natural makeup brushes are suitable for working on the face. Other experts hold a radically opposite opinion. They believe that basic makeup brushes with synthetic bristles are more convenient to use. The reason is that high-quality substitutes for natural bristles can have exceptional qualities and even outperform natural instruments.

Types of makeup brushes by type of base material:

Natural wool (squirrel, rabbit, marten);

Hard bristles (pork);

Synthetic analogues (nylon).

In practice, it is still better to use several types of brushes according to the type of material. The right combination of tools will allow you to quickly and professionally create the most complex makeup.

So, for example, artificial brushes for eye makeup (applying shadows) are ideal. With their help, it is possible to shade decorative cosmetics well and make them perfect straight line, “take” the right amount of cosmetics onto yourself and correctly redistribute dry shadows over the skin. But for applying blush, powder, brushes should be soft and natural. It is with the help of soft, delicate bristles that you will be able to pick up a minimum amount of cosmetics and create a thin, natural coating.

Eye Brushes

Eye makeup brushes are selected only of exceptional quality. Most often, makeup artists do eye makeup using cosmetic tools with a synthetic beam. An unnatural analogue is more suitable in this case. The following makeup brushes are distinguished by shape:

• With a flat bun;

  With a beveled edge for applying eyeliner;

  Brush for correcting eyebrow contours.

Shading the borders is done using a round brush. It distributes makeup evenly, maintaining the vibrancy and intensity of the tone. To place subtle accents on the eyelids or near the eyes, it is better to use flat tool. The simplest option, captivating with its versatility, is a brush with an applicator.

Foundation Brushes

Foundation is the base on which depends how the makeup will ultimately look, the degree of its accuracy and, to some extent, durability. The base is applied in the thinnest layer. For this you may need the following accessories:

The contour brush is suitable for applying cosmetics to contour the face;

The flat long brush is available only with synthetic bristles. It does not absorb foundation, which means it does not allow overspending. There are different types and sizes of tools;

A flat short brush should be flexible and is used to work with liquid types of correctors, as well as to shade certain areas;

A thin brush for bronzers and concealers is a tool with synthetic bristles. It will be needed if a minimum amount of cosmetic product needs to be especially delicately and carefully shaded or for applying a very thin layer of cosmetics in difficult areas.

An experienced makeup artist's arsenal should also include a spatula. A round oblique tool is capable of “driving” foundation into any dermal tissue.

In general, each instrument must fulfill its specific role. There is no point in experimenting with changing the purpose of the brushes.

Powder and blush brushes

Brushes for applying powder and blush are made only from natural bristles. ABOUT synthetic materials, especially of a tougher type, is out of the question. There are the following types of instruments of this type:

Kabuki are makeup tools designed to work with compressed cosmetics: powder or blush balls. Kabuki looks like a large dense ball with closely adjacent fibers;

An oval brush is another type of powder brush. It is a larger version for stretching blush. A characteristic feature is the inclined handle;

A flat fan brush is a tool that resembles a fan. It is more suitable for removing excess powder.

Having picked everything up necessary tools, it is important to take care of others important points. We're talking about storing makeup brushes. It is also important to know how to properly wash household tools.

How to use makeup brushes

Before buying this or that tool, you need to understand what function it performs, as well as what ultimate goals are pursued in makeup. Usually good producers produce tools with comprehensive information. Each brush has its own name and is accompanied by a corresponding description.

The most popular accessories for high-quality make-up at home:

• Brush with a beveled beam;

  Round brush;

  Flat brush;

  “Barrel” for working with eyes.

For dry or problem skin face experts recommend choosing an oval brush (several are possible), they “drive in” well foundation into the dermal fabric, without fluffing up the irritated or damaged epidermis.

It is strictly forbidden to use the same tool to apply several types of cosmetics at once. For example, after applying powder, you should not use the same brush to apply blush. It is better to buy comfortable double-sided models.

How to choose makeup brushes

At first glance, it is difficult to identify the quality of makeup brushes. However, there are some points that you need to pay attention to in order for the purchase to be truly successful:

The pile should be extremely soft. Hard brushes are difficult to apply professional cosmetics, and there is also a risk of damaging delicate skin;

If possible, the quality of the lint should be tested. Just run your fingers along the pile line. If the brush does not begin to “shed” under slight pressure, we can say that the products are of relatively high quality;

The part with the pile and the handle itself must be tightly connected to each other. Nothing should be loose. Similarly, it is worth considering the shape of the brush and assessing how convenient it is to use.

How to properly wash makeup brushes

Taking care of your makeup brushes is very important. Tools are cleaned regularly, being extremely gentle with delicate lint. This is important, regardless of whether the product has a silicone or nylon component, or whether natural or unnatural fibers are used in the bundle.

You can purchase appropriate tools for cleaning instruments from specialized stores. Sometimes brands that produce similar products supplement brush sets with products for delicate cleaning. Although regular shampoo or liquid soap are also suitable for these purposes.

Devices for applying powder and blush are washed at least once every 10 days. Typically, a high-quality brush with natural bristles is easy to clean.

Tools for working with shadows are washed more often. You also need to clean your foundation brush of any remaining makeup, at least several times a week. By the way, this instrument is especially difficult to clean.

How to wash makeup brushes: drying and storage rules

Cleaned instruments also need to be dried properly. It is important to thoroughly fluff the wool (both natural and synthetic). If the lint is in the air, water will not accumulate at the base of the product, which means that it will last much longer.

Ideal conditions for storing brushes are places with low humidity. This is definitely not a bathroom, although this is where most girls prefer to store all their accessories. Also, you should not store such products in locations where there is a lot of sunlight.

It is important that makeup accessories do not touch each other, much less press against each other. The best option– a special organizer, pencil case or wide glasses, where space will be allocated for each specific tool. You can make a place to store your favorite tools with your own hands. To do this, coffee beans are poured into a spacious container and a suitable location is selected.

If you are lucky enough to choose high-quality and easy-to-use brushes to create spectacular makeup, creating spectacular images will take place without any particular difficulties. You need to treat your “helpers” with care. For tools to last a long time, they need proper care. This will not only preserve the performance qualities of the products, but will also protect the girl from many dangers. Residues from cosmetic products and constant contact with the skin are an ideal basis for the proliferation of pathogenic microorganisms, so such accessories need to be cleaned especially carefully and on a regular basis.

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