An Easy Guide On Makeup Brushes For Beginners
Welcome to Makeup Brushes 101! Learn about the makeup brush names and what specific brushes to include in your kit. In this post you will find video tutorials about makeup brushes and you will also learn how to create an easy everyday makeup look using these brushes.
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Makeup brushes names and categories
Makeup brushes are generally separated into categories according to where on the face it is used. So, these are the two main categories:
Eyeshadow brushes
This refers specifically the brushes used for makeup application on the eyes. Read this post to learn more: Eye Makeup Brushes That Will Change Your Makeup Game
Face and cheek brushes
This refers to makeup brushes used all over the face and cheeks.
Makeup brushes for beginners – what you really need to level up your makeup
Here’s a curated list of makeup brushes for beginners.
Large fluffy face brush
This is a large brush with soft bristles and a firm base to set powder products such as powder foundation and loose powder on the face.
Blush brush
A fluffy brush with with very soft bristles to lightly dust blush on the cheeks, building up intensity with thin layers as required.
Angled contour brush
An angled contour brush has medium soft bristles and an angled shape to hug the natural contours of the cheeks for accurate bronzer / contour placement, working up the depth of color in thin layers.
Oval eyeshadow brush (Eye sweep brush)
An oval eyeshadow brush or eye sweep brush has medium soft bristles and an oval shape, which fits perfectly under and around the eyes to set loose powder over concealer.
Eyeshadow crease brush
A dome shaped brush with very soft bristles designed to fit into the crease of the eye to blend out eyeshadow such as neutral browns and greys (aka crease shades), so there are no harsh edges
Eyeshadow smudge brush (Eyeshadow pencil brush)
Eyeshadow smudge or pencil brushes are used for more precise application of eyeshadow on the upper and lower lash lines to create a soft, smoky effect.
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