Today, I will share my top FACE makeup brushes that will definitely make your make up routine easy-breezy!
The brushes I will show you are my favorites. I think every makeup lover have that one buffing brush or blush brush or powder brush that she (or he) can't simply live without. Don't get me wrong, my makeup life will still go on even without these (I actually believe that the fingers or hands are the greatest tools!) but application is just easier, smoother and not messy with these brushes. Aminin! There are those times where your too lazy to wash your hands after applying BB cream or foundation, right? :D Plus! Powder bronzer, blush and highlighter application will be messy and uneven if you use your fingers. I suggest you invest in one good quality brush, something that's for keeps.
I don't have much because I do find time in cleaning my brushes. People who are lazy when it comes to brush cleaning tend to hoard and accumulate sooo many. I am not that. I enjoy cleaning mine that's why I stick to the ones I have at the moment :) Cleaning your tools is very very important, why?
1. To extend the "life span" of your brushes
2. To avoid accumulation of dust/dirt/bacteria/microorganisms in your tools (causing skin irritations, pimples, eye irritations, etc.)
3. Also, to prolong the life span of your makeup products too
That is why you should always always keep your tools (be it your sponges or brushes) clean and well maintained.
Let's begin!
1. Buffing Brush - I use this to buff my foundation (applying in circular motion). Application is just smooth and even, like it was hand-applied on you face. It just evens out any harsh streaks and unwanted bush marks that usual foundation brushes give.
This is also a multi functional brush, this can be used for blush application, bronzing (not contour) and highlighting. It can also act as a powder brush.
Real techniques Brushes make the best quality brushes drugstore wise. In the US, they consider Real Techniques drugstore...but Gurl! They're essspensive here in the Phils. 1 set (3-4 brushes) will cost you P1,000.00.
On the bright-side, I never experienced shedding. I hate brushes that shed excessively...few strands left on your face while application! Ugh! This one? Naaah. No shedding at all.
PS. I am still trying out the Kabuki flat top brushes, they serve the same purpose but I have been loving my buffing brush more!
2. Sculpting brush - I use these babies on everything! Foundation, blush, bronzer, contour, highlight...EVERYTHING. If all my brushes would die and I get to keep just one sculpting brush? ... I'll be just fine! Any of the three will do.
Its shape makes contouring easy. It also applies powder blushes perfectly, again, because of its shape. The higher part of the brush (tip) also does a perfect job in doing my highlight on the high points of my cheeks. Everything made possible because of its shape :) As you can see, it's not rounded, it has a flat surface making application precise.
I can also use the contour brush of Real Techniques (pink one) for foundation application.
(Left to right: Marionnaud Blush Brush, BH Cosmetics #114 Angled Brush, Real Techniques Sculpting Brush)
Flat on one side :D
3. Powder Brush - This may be unnecessary but I really do enjoy using this brush because if its size and shape. It also feels heavenly soft! It's a generic brush....so we'll call it powder brush.
One swipe per cheek is all you need. It's that HUGE! It's literally the size of a microphone hahaha.
4. Contour Brush/Highlight Brush - This gives you very detailed/precise application, perfect for contouring and highlighting. Unlike the sculpting brush, these give more detailed application because of its dome shape (pointed tip). These brushes are also small enough that you can apply directly on the desired part, unlike blush brushes which are usually enormous. That way, contour powder and highlighting powder won't get all over your face...cause that is a total mess.
Yeah, these are all of my essential brushes, I have other forms like Kabuki, Flat top, Angled Flat top brushes...but having these 4, I'm good to go.
My brush standards are:
1. minimal shedding
2. Softness of the bristles
3. shape/size/form
4. prize (I really don't mind spending for a good brush. To think, I don't have any highend brushes actually. I personally think that drugstore and local brushes (like e.l.f., Nichido, FS21, Marionnaud, Real Techniques, etc.) can perform just as good as the highend ones (like M.A.C, Sigma, Zooeva).
That's it for this blog guys, I will do a separate MUST HAVE Eye Brushes next time! ;)
Always remember...BE BEAUTIFUL, BE YOU!
Lots and lots of Love,
Raisa
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