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Makeup Brush Guide: Which Ones You Actually Need and How to Use Them

By Ivonne Sanchez · Published on: April 22, 2020 at 11:08 a.m.

Makeup Brush Guide: Which Ones You Actually Need and How to Use Them

You Don't Need a Thousand Makeup Brushes

If you're like me, then you have spent more than enough time Googling your makeup tools. Makeup applicators come in so many different sizes, materials, bristle shapes, lengths, and density. Brands don't actually name their brushes or give any indication about how to use them.

Essential Brush Guide

Kabuki Brush
Kabuki Brush

Perfect for applying powder, blush, or bronzer evenly across the face. Its dense, rounded shape provides full coverage.

Foundation Brush

Flat or slightly tapered, ideal for applying liquid or cream foundation smoothly and evenly.

Blending Sponge

Great for blending foundation, concealer, and cream products for a seamless, airbrushed finish.

Eye Shadow Brush

Smaller, more precise brushes for applying and blending eye shadow. Look for a flat shader and a fluffy blender.

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