‍Best Professional Makeup Brushes in 2020

Not only an active lifestyle, proper nutrition, comprehensive care, but also high-quality cosmetics helps to look a beautiful woman. There can be a ton of cosmetics, but you can't make a first-class makeup without good brushes. Here, like a real makeup artist or artist, there should be a choice for creativity. Professional makeup, irresistible charming look - this is the merit of a well-chosen set of brushes.

Historical Background: The first makeup brushes were found in Egypt. The pharaohs had many devices for applying cosmetics and even special rooms for this.

What are they made of

When choosing tools for applying decorative cosmetics, you must first of all pay attention to the material from which they are made.

By the quality of the brushes there are:

1. Natural wool, for example:

• squirrels, ponies, sables, martens for making brushes for applying powder, bronzer, dry eye shadow or foundation;
• from goat hair practical brushes for applying blush or shading are obtained;
• fur badger or raccoon - to create a professional tool that is convenient to adjust the eyebrows.

The advantage of using natural brushes is considered to be soft, comfortable application of cosmetics, durability, convenience when working with dry products.

Disadvantages: allergic reaction to animal hair; special care for natural fibers, storage conditions to avoid the appearance of mites.

2. Made of synthetic bristles. The cosmetic product is not absorbed into such fibers, it is applied to the skin in an equal layer. These brushes are used to apply liquid and creamy textures. They are easy to wash and dry.
3. Combined, half natural fibers, half synthetic, are a unique compromise for those in doubt.
4. Made of nylon fiber, suitable for the application of oily or water-based cosmetics.

Tips for choosing

When choosing quality products, you need to focus on the main goal: what is a brush for, how it will be used.

The main thing to remember is that natural pile is intended for free-flowing cosmetics, and synthetic - for oily, creamy ones. You can distinguish them in the store by their shine. Woollens have a matte color.

The second thing to pay attention to is the softness of the villi. A hard brush can injure the skin.

The third important point is that the brush should be dense and elastic, keep its shape, not crumble or shaggy. If, when brushing over your hand, hairs remain in the palm of your hand, this is not a quality product, you should not waste time and money on it.

The fourth important characteristic of a good product is the handle. According to the material of manufacture, the handles of the brushes are: plastic or wooden. This does not have a significant effect on the choice, as long as the tool is comfortable to use, fits well in the hand. The main thing is that the brush is firmly fixed. One thing to keep in mind is that wooden handles require delicate care. But in quality products, the handles are covered with good paint, which protects the wood from swelling or drying out and cracking. Such products last longer and do not require special special conditions.

The fifth, important criterion for selection is hypoallergenic.Having sensitive skin, before choosing a product, it is recommended to pay attention to what it is made of, as well as reviews and ratings among buyers.

When buying expensive cosmetics, women are used to relying on the included cosmetic tools. Sponges and applicators are often used when applying cosmetics. But experts believe that only high-quality brushes can apply professional makeup. Moreover, it is easier to care for them, and they serve much longer.

Appearance and purpose of brushes

There are a great variety of makeup brushes, but each has its own purpose.

1. The powder brush can be distinguished by its large size and rounded shape. It is more convenient than a sponge, it can be used both in working with loose powder and ordinary compact. The cosmetic product fits on the face easily and looks natural. It is better to give preference to tools with natural bristles.
2. Kabuki has the same function as a powder brush, but with a much shorter handle.
3. A brush for applying blush or bronzer bears a resemblance to the one that applies powder, matting the skin. But its size is smaller, a distinctive feature is a rounded or most often beveled tip. Thanks to this shape, it is convenient to sculpt the face, correct the cheekbones or nose with it. Long, soft natural bristles perfectly distribute bulk cosmetics over the skin.
4. A brush for toning, applying a base, correcting can be flat. The rounded or even wide tip with sliding movements allows you to apply the tinted cream gently, gently, masking the pores, and evening the complexion. Experts recommend choosing a tool with artificial hair. A medium size is suitable for detailed drawing. But if a professional contour correction is needed, a large one with a flat end will help out.
5. There are several brushes for applying makeup on the eyelids: a large one with a rounded tip and natural bristles applies shadows or a base under them to the entire eyelid; thin natural long or short allows you to change the shape of the eye, apply shadows near the eyelashes, shade them; flat, firm with a straight or beveled edge for applying liquid shadows; small, flat or slightly beveled helps to create an outline, work out the eyebrows, and correct the clarity of the lines.
6. It is more convenient to take a lipstick brush with an artificial, clear drawing of the lips and it guarantees savings in cosmetics. Made from natural bristles, it is recommended for ladies with sensitive lips. A distinctive feature is the presence of a cap.
7. An eyebrow brush with coarse bristles and a sharp cut is convenient for tinting hairs, shading shadows.
8. Brush - a comb for eyebrows and eyelashes will remove lumps, straighten hairs.
9. The fan brush removes excess makeup, evens out the tone. It is made of natural wool in the form of a wide fan with long hairs.
10. An eyeliner brush will help you draw a thin line to highlight your eyes or the shape of your brows.

Makeup Tools Review

Eva Mosaic

The brush is stuffed with synthetic bristles, perfectly applies powder and blush, fluffy, feels soft. Popular for its round, comfortable shape. Cost: 370 rubles.

A flat-shaped brush is in demand at a budget price of 120 rubles.

Advantages:

Disadvantages:

Kabuki NYX Professional Makeup Pro Kabuki Brush

An excellent option for applying mineral cosmetics with delicate softest artificial bristles. Price: 1200 rubles.

Advantages:

Disadvantages:

Real Techniques Blush Brush

The purpose of the tool is to apply blush, but works great with powder, bronzer. The best option for beginner makeup artists. Cost: 1185 rubles.

Advantages:

Disadvantages:

Parisa Cosmetics P03

Brush for professional correction of cheekbones, applying blush. The villi are made from natural goat hair, soft and pleasant to the touch. The most accurate distribution of the cosmetic product. Cost: 194 rubles.

Advantages:

Disadvantages:

Cosmake MV07 (3)

The special nylon brush applies the foundation quickly, discreetly. Convenient for lightening and darkening skin areas. Nice price - from 250 rubles.

Advantages:

Disadvantages:

Beauty Blender the Original Sponge Nude

This, of course, is not a brush, but a sponge. But it is popular due to the fact that it applies makeup as well as a brush. She applies foundation, highlighter, concealer and concealer just perfectly. The oval shape is comfortable for the hand. The rounded side is shaded with cosmetics, the pointed side is applied in the corners of the eyes, on the wings of the nose. It has varieties: dense layers are applied in black, medium in pink, thin in white. Price: 1425 rubles.

Advantages:

Disadvantages:

Real Techniques Bold Metals Brush 200 Oval Shadow

Synthetic fiber brush, soft, oval. Purpose - applying and shading shadows. In high demand. Price: from 1855 rubles.

Advantages:

Disadvantages:

Parisa Cosmetics P14

Perfect eye makeup is easy with this tool. Soft, natural pony bristles comfortably apply and blend shadows. Price: 78 rubles.

Advantages:

Disadvantages:

MAC LARGE SHADER №252S

Unique eye makeup brush. Works well with dry, cream and gel textures. Suitable for applying tone and concealer. The product is made of synthetic bristles. Wooden handle with nickel-plated rim.
Price: 2250 rub.

Advantages:

Disadvantages:

Shik 50E

The best brush for dyeing lashes right down to the base. Price: 750 rubles.

Advantages:

Disadvantages:

ZINGER SB1004

The nylon fiber tool works well for cream and dry eyeshadow. Acceptable cost: from 180 rubles.

Advantages:

Disadvantages:

DEWAL BR-522

High quality is a guarantee of a good makeup lipstick brush. Wooden handle with silver logo, synthetic fiber. Cost: 160 rubles.

Advantages:

Disadvantages:

MAC 318 lip brush

The lipstick is applied with a tapered brush just perfect. The synthetic fiber padding is easy to clean and dry. The folding version of the product is convenient to carry in a purse, in a travel cosmetic bag. Price: 1430 rub.

Advantages:

Disadvantages:

QVS

Reversible product. One side is for liquid or loose eyeshadows. The other side is grooming the eyebrows. The pile is well stuffed, made of synthetic, medium hardness. Cost: from 200 rubles.

Advantages:

Disadvantages:

Irisk

Convenient beveled product for eyebrow dyeing is one of the first places in the demand rating. Price: 70 rubles

Advantages:

Disadvantages:

PRO BRUSH - ANGLD EYELNR 11

Professional makeup brush. It will help to make eyeliner, like in a beauty salon. Its innovative curved shape makes it easy to use. The pile is synthetic. Average cost: 800 rubles.

Advantages:

Disadvantages:

Limoni Professional №20

Eyeliner tool. Super fine nylon tassel with matte wood handle. Classic or trendy arrows will be drawn perfectly. Price: 220 rubles.

Advantages:

Disadvantages:

Best sets

Zoeva Rose Golden Luxury Set Vol.2

Professional make-up set. Consists of eight brushes, three of which are for the face, the rest for eye makeup. Each brush has repeatedly visited the rating of the best and most popular cosmetic products. The color of the brushes is pleasing to the eye: delicate peach. Each has a firm engraving. Cost: from 8000 rubles.

Advantages:

Disadvantages:

BOBBI BROWN 9-1

A set of 9 brushes with wooden handles. Most of the tools are made from natural wool. Price: 1700 rubles.

Advantages:

Disadvantages:

LIMONI SMOKY EYES

Universal set with five natural bristle tassels with wooden handles. Cost: 700 rubles.

Advantages:

Disadvantages:

Minimal set for professional makeup

A set of brushes can be purchased, or created independently, taking into account the needs, goals, existing cosmetics.

For a first-class make-up, the minimum should be at least eight tools:

1. Flat brush to apply foundation. The layer will be dense, even and quite natural.
2. A beveled brush will perfectly lay out a layer of blush or spread bronzer over the skin. Easily copes with outlining the cheekbones, sculpting the face.
3. The concealer brush will even out the complexion, hide pores and acne.
4. The powder brush will give the face an even natural tone, smooth out wrinkles.
5. An eyeshadow brush, preferably flat, gently applies the pigment elements of the eyeshadow to the eyelid.
6. A brush for blending shadows, creating a soft transition.
7. The eyeliner brush will allow you to emphasize the shape, make the look expressive.
8. The lipstick brush is perfect for lip makeup.

room	Appointment	Form, use
1	Powder brush.	The brush is the largest, rounded or slightly flattened; the nap at the tip of the brush is round. Applies powder very thinly, mattifies the skin. Kabuki is similar in appearance to powdery but has a very short handle.
2	Blush brush (bronzer)	Similar to a powder brush but smaller. Convenient for applying the product to the cheeks, forehead and chin. The tip is round or beveled, the pile is long and soft. Suitable for sculpting the face and correcting the cheekbones using bulk products. Suitable for nose correction.
3	Brush for foundation, make-up base and liquid products. Correction brush	A dense brush, flat with a rounded or round, flat tip. Highly masks pores, shades cosmetics. The brush comes in different sizes. For foundations - medium, for concealer - fine. Round brush with flat tip - for contour correction.
4	Eye makeup brushes.	There are many varieties. Large, dense natural, with round tips are used to apply eyeshadow to the entire surface of the eyelid, or to apply a base under the eyeshadow. Thin, with long hair and soft and short are used for applying shadows in the folds of the eyelids, changing the shape of the eye. Flat, solid with smooth and beveled edges, artificial and natural, are convenient for working with liquid or cream eyeshadows. Small, flat, or short and plump are suitable for working in the corners of the eyes, creating an outline.
5	Lipstick brush	Flat and neat, made of artificial pile. Reduces lipstick consumption, applies it naturally and gently.
6	Comb for eyebrows and eyelashes	Removes excess mascara, gives eyebrows a shape and a well-groomed look.
7	Fan brush.	In the form of a wide fan, it is used to remove excess makeup. It can be either large or very neat and thin in size.
8	Eyeliner brush.	A very thin dense brush to draw the arrow clearly. In addition to a wide and flat one with a beveled tip, it can also be flat or curved.

Care rules

In order for the brushes to serve for a long time, to fulfill their purpose with high quality and bring joy from the result, they need care.

1. Storage

There are three ways: in a case, in a case, in a vase.

Permanent storage in a vase outdoors is not recommended due to the fact that dust settles on the tools, unnecessary moisture is absorbed, the risk of bacteria or mites entering.

The cover is convenient for travel. But frequent use, especially in a hurry, is not practical. The cover must be disinfected and put on the pile carefully so as not to damage the instrument. The case assumes the placement of tassels in separate pockets. But, as with storage in a case, the tools must be washed thoroughly so as not to stain the inner fabric.

Ideally, first use a vase in which the tools dry out, and then transfer it to a case, case or special purse.

2. The washing up.

Products are washed daily for liquid or creamy textures: lipstick or foundation. Powder tools - at least once a week. Cosmetologists recommend that the washing procedure be carried out in the evening so that by the morning the brushes are ready for use. For brushes with artificial bristles, use baby soap. Natural shampoo is suitable. There are also special care products.Wipe off the handles immediately, especially wooden ones. The villi are soaked in a towel. Leave to dry in a special jar or vase.

3. The rule of preparation for the imposition of cosmetics.

First, the skin is defatted. Then the makeup will lie flat and the service life of the tool will last.

4. Cosmetics.

Even expensive professional brushes will not be able to make flawless makeup if the cosmetics are of poor quality or expired.

Where to buy

The purchase of cosmetic brushes should be based on two mutually constituent aspects: beauty and health. Professional tools will emphasize attractiveness, help you apply first-class makeup, and save cosmetics. Without damaging or irritating the skin of the face, they will maintain health. Products from branded manufacturers are repelled by the high price, but they guarantee quality and a long service life, which can recoup all costs.

Keeping their reputation, the name of the company is watching the reliability of the products offered. But branded goods are at risk of counterfeiting, so it is better to purchase them in specialized or trusted stores. Cosmetic companies have products with different price values, which gives the right to choose. On Aliexpress, according to user reviews. quality, soft and comfortable brushes are also available. The price is more than reasonable. Products of branded manufacturers or analogues. A good option for beginner makeup artists.

Daily make-up will become a pleasant pastime, with comfortable sensations and joyful anticipation of the desired result, if such indispensable tools as assistants are cosmetic brushes for make-up.