A domed foundation brush is a great beginner tool for achieving a smooth, airbrushed finish to your complexion. The domed shape allows for easy maneuvering around your nose and cheeks, no matter what kind of foundation or tinted product you use.
Use short strokes for more coverage, or lighter, sweeping motions for a sheerer look.
The dome shape of this concealer brush lets you target areas without disturbing the makeup you’ve already applied, like foundation. Buff the concealer with the brush's sides in small, circular motions to seamlessly blend it for a natural, flawless finish.
So here is the official guide to makeup brushes for beginners – it’s all you need to get started creating the looks you love.
Small Pointed Powder Brush
A small pointed powder brush is your secret weapon for precise application and touch-ups. Dip the tip of the brush lightly into your setting powder. Use the pointed end for controlled application in targeted areas like the sides of your nose, around the contours of your lips, or to set concealer.
A tapered powder blush brush is great for versatility when it comes to blush looks for beginners. Use the tapered tip to apply color directly to the apples of your cheeks. Then, with light, sweeping motions, blend the blush upwards and outwards towards your temples.
This technique deposits color where you want it and buffs it seamlessly for that coveted glow.
A contour blender brush is your sculpting bestie. Lightly tap the edge of the brush into your bronzer, tapping off any excess. Use the side to follow the natural hollow beneath your cheekbone, starting near your ear and sweeping inwards towards your temple.
This defines your cheekbones and adds warmth. Blend everything out.
Dip the pointed tip into your highlighter, tap off excess. Use the tip for precise application on areas like cheekbones, nose bridge, and Cupid's bow. For broader highlighting, sweep the sides of the brush across cheekbones and brow bones.
This brush offers control and effortless blending for all the shine.
An all-over fluffy brush is perfect for effortless application and diffused finish. Start by swirling the brush in your powder product (blush, bronzer, setting powder) and tapping off any excess. Hold the brush loosely and use circular motions to buff the product onto your face. Focus on larger areas like your cheeks, forehead, and jawline.
For bronzer, follow the natural contours of your face for a subtle sculpting effect. This brush is all about building product gradually – for a more intense look, simply repeat the swirling and buffing motions.
The blender eyeshadow brush delivers so many great eye looks. Dip the fluffy bristles lightly into your chosen eyeshadow shade, tapping off any excess. Use windshield wiper motions (back and forth) to buff out harsh lines and blend colors together on your eyelid.
For extra diffused blending, hold the brush loosely and move it in circular motions. To intensify color in the crease, use the brush sideways and gently press the product onto your eyelid.
A flat packer brush packs on color with high impact. Unlike fluffy blending brushes, it deposits color directly. Lightly tap the flat surface of the brush into your eyeshadow. For maximum color payoff, pat the product onto your eyelid with a pressing motion. This technique ensures even application and intense color.
You can also use the flat edge to apply a base shadow all over your lid for better blending of other shades.
A smudger brush transforms your eye look by softening lines and creating a smoky effect. Start by picking up a small amount of eyeshadow or eyeliner with the tip of the brush. For eyeshadow, gently wiggle the brush in the product to pick up color without packing it on. Then, use a pressing motion to smudge the product along your lash line, upper or lower, depending on your desired effect.
You can also use short, back-and-forth strokes to gently diffuse harsh lines. For a softer effect, buff out the product with the sides of the brush.
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