A professional makeup is, without a doubt, the dream of every girl. We search for magazines, videos and books about makeup and buy the most expensive cosmetics along with those makeup brushes or a set of them, but when it comes to using them and finally getting the look we always wanted, it becomes in vain because we don’t know how. to use them correctly. What you need to know is that magazines and all other interviews are done by a professional makeup artist who has years of experience in the same field and you can’t get the look instantly. It is a slow process and will definitely improve over time. Don’t worry about looking at those countless makeup brushes and gifting them to your friend. Here is everything you need to know about them:
1. Foundation Brush:
This is a fancy brush used to apply or level foundation on the face (quite palpable from the name itself). Apply dots of foundation to your face and brush towards the hairline for a perfect finish.
2. Beauty Blender:
This is usually a cute little sponge that is used to perfectly tone the skin. Use the widest side of the sponge all over your face facing out for a sleek finish.
3. Kabuki Brush:
The widest brush in your game is the kabuki brush. It is used to apply powder or bronzer to the face and also works well for any visible rough lines. Remember not to apply bronzer to your entire face, but only to your temples, hairline, cheekbones, and jawline in a perfect 3 shape.
4. Powder Brush:
Yes, you can also use kabuki to apply powder, but what if one is provided primarily for this purpose? It is a thick brush and is used to apply loose powder to the face. Make sure too much powder doesn’t stain your foundation.
5. Angled Blush Brush:
This angled brush is designed to highlight your cheekbones. Apply a little blush to your cheeks and sweep the brush out.
6. Concealer Brush:
It is a fine brush that is used to cover spots or dark circles that are not covered by a makeup base. Apply a little concealer to the areas with the help of a brush.
7. Eyeshadow Brush:
As the name suggests, it is used to apply powder eyeshadow or cream eye makeup.
8. Eyebrow Comb:
It is a bidirectional brush that is used to shape the eyebrows. Use the thick end to crease your brow and comb through with another end after applying the brow pencil.
So, these are the basic makeup brushes and the next time you decide on a makeup session, make sure you use them correctly.