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The 9 Makeup Brushes You Actually NeedA flawless makeup application starts with the right tools. See the makeup brushes that are essential for creating any look you desire |
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We're not saying that your face should end up looking anything like "Starry Night," but when it comes to good makeup application, the makeup brushes you choose make a big difference. In other words, it's time to graduate past relying on the foam wands included in many eye shadow compacts.
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Investing in and using the right makeup brushes and tools will not only help give you a flawless makeup look, but you'll actually save money in the long run. How? Put simply, you'll use less product and your makeup will last longer (i.e. remain germ-free longer) if you keep your hands out of your colors and formulas.
But with a gazillion different brush shapes and materials, it can be difficult to know which ones you actually need. You definitely don't need to tote around an arsenal of every makeup brush known to womankind in order to achieve a gorgeous makeup look.
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Very helpful, I've been staring at walls of brushes and then just walking away because I'm too overwhelmed to know where to start.
by LindaDD Wednesday, May 8, 2013 at 08:54PM Report as inappropriate
A good assortment of basic brushes but would've appreciated a budget friendly option for each as well. Have found the Real Techniques Expert Face Brush to be fantastic for liquid foundation and the RT Powder Brush so ample and soft for powder application.
by inthemiddles Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at 07:16AM Report as inappropriate
I am completely clueless about brushes, so this was really helpful.
by jessielynn17 Monday, May 6, 2013 at 01:45AM Report as inappropriate
Good info. And I just learned I've been using the wrong brush to contour my eye crease -- even though I own the right one! Will give it a try with the right one tomorrow.
by purple9a Friday, April 12, 2013 at 07:27PM Report as inappropriate
Excellent information! A retractable lip brush is something many women forget, but it makes a huge difference in your appearance. ELF DOES have great brushes--for a song--and I once used only all-natural ones.
by GigiSD Friday, April 12, 2013 at 07:18PM Report as inappropriate
i used this set and also pencil brush that so nice
by hiang Saturday, April 6, 2013 at 11:11AM Report as inappropriate
This helped a lot
by yadijane Saturday, February 23, 2013 at 10:03AM Report as inappropriate
good info. also ELF has lots of good brushes that we not that expensive.
by .flawless. Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at 07:48AM Report as inappropriate
Only seven? Make-up brushes are my favorite beauty product. Right now, I really am geeking out about Eco Tools.
by Sari Thursday, January 24, 2013 at 07:13PM Report as inappropriate
good article
by LittleBunny Sunday, January 20, 2013 at 03:28PM Report as inappropriate