A lot of the time, the key to a perfect face are the tools you use to apply your makeup. A simple brush can change the way your makeup looks dramatically. If you are like me, I used to use my fingers for everything. I was intimidated by all of the different types of makeup brushes out there. Well, to help your curious mind, here is a little cheat sheet of what certain types of brushes can be used for!
Sponge
Not really a brush but definitely an essential tool. This is used to apply liquid foundation and concealers. It leaves skin with a smooth and flawless finish.
Powder Brush
This brush is used to apply powder to your face. It can also be used to blend out bronzer or blush to create a more flawless look.
Kabuki Brush
These types of brushes usually look like a normal powder brush but with a very small handle. Applying bronzer is a good use for this brush as the small handle gives you more control. It can also be used like a powder brush.
Flat Contour Brush
This flat brush is an amazing tool at giving you a very chiseled contour. It gets the product right where it needs to be giving your a face a very contoured look.
Flat Foundation Brush
Many people love using this kind of brush for applying liquid foundation. Some wet the brush before use to prevent streaks.
Domed Brush
These are essential for creating rosy cheeks! Use this brush to apply blush to the apples of your cheeks.
Duo Fiber Brush
Duo fiber brushes have many uses. It's feathery-like tip is awesome for limiting the amount of product added to your skin. You can use it to apply brush, bronzer, and even highlighter.
Angled Brush
This brush is another good brush for applying blush. It's angled bristles are perfect for adding blush to your cheeks and even good for sweeping bronzer on your cheekbones.
Fan Brush
You can use these types of brushes to add a distinct glow to the high points of your face using highlighter. You can also use this to sweep away excess powder.
Flat Synthetic Brush
This can also have many different uses. It's good for applying concealer to the areas needed and it can also be used to pack on eye shadow to your eye lid.
Angled Eye Brush
If you are one to fill in your eyebrows, one of these will be needed in your collection! It's great for applying product to your brows.
Blending Eye Brush
The blending brush is very needed when wearing eye shadow. Using one of these to blend out any harsh lines of product on your eyes will give you a rocking eye shadow look!
