Wondering why your makeup doesn’t turn out like an influencer’s after painstakingly following every step on their 10-minute tutorial? Besides the magic of editing, your favorite makeup ‘grammer might have one thing you don’t: a brush collection that would make Picasso jealous.
The most daunting part of daily makeup is not the time or the products, but rather the application. And just because you see a makeup artist with 30 kinds of brushes doesn’t mean you need them all, too. Whether you have a simple, hassle-free, five-minute makeup routine or if you just want a quick but thorough blending, you just need to make sure the right brushes are in your arsenal.
Here, the four makeup brushes you need for daily use to make your face a Met-worthy piece of art.
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4 makeup brushes every makeup rookie needs
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Kabuki Brush
Matto Bamboo Makeup Brush Set, $9.99 at Amazon
Instead of buying separate brushes for applying foundation, bronzer and highlighter, just stock up a good kabuki brush. The round, full brush is perfect for an even finish and complete coverage, but it can also be used for more focused application when you are using highlighter or accentuating your features. The trick is to buy two kinds of kabuki brushes: a regular one for foundation and a flat one for bronzer and highlighter.
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Concealer Brush
Kat Von D Lock-It Edge Concealer Brush, $24 at Sephora
There are many kinds of concealer brushes, but the best ones are those with flat bristles as they are easier to use and provide more even coverage. This Kat Von D brush has symmetrical tapered bristles that deliver consistently flawless concealment of dark circles and blemishes.
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Liner Brush
Charlotte Tilbury Eye Smudger Brush, $34 at Charlotte Tilbury
When it comes to eyeliner brushes, invest in a multitasker. This Charlotte Tilbury brush is one of a kind as it doesn't just help you evenly line your eyes, it also works as a smudger, making it a liner brush and eyeshadow brush in one compact package.
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Brow Brush
Revlon Lash & Brow Definer, $4.99 at Ulta Beauty
This thrifty brush can be the best beauty buy in your bag. It doesn't just smooth brows and de-clump lashes; it also works great as an applicator. You can use it as a definer and for brow touch-ups.
