Powder brushes are one of the most beautiful and favourite accessories of makeup lovers. They are an essential part of cosmetic bags and cases, because thanks to them each of us turns into a unique painter. They make makeup easier, allow even application of products on the skin and contribute to achieving a uniform complexion.
The choice of makeup brushes for the face is huge and sometimes it is difficult, among all those magic wands, to choose the right one. To avoid beginner mistakes when choosing makeup brushes, first read what each brush is for, because each of them has its own purpose.
Below we present you the basic guidelines, after which you will be able to confidently step into the next purchase of a powder brush. And not only that. We will also advise you on how to avoid the most common mistakes when applying powder.
Replace Bad Habits as a Priority
Many of us use fingers instead of a brush to apply liquid foundation. This way of applying products to the face is not recommended, primarily for hygienic reasons. On the fingers, and especially in the part under the nails, bacteria and impurities remain, which you can transfer to the face by makeup. Applying foundation with your fingers is especially problematic for people who have sensitive skin, which is prone to irritation and acne. To avoid these inconveniences, always use the appropriate accessories for makeup and regularly clean the face brushes.
As soon as you start using a brush instead of your fingers, you will notice a huge difference in the appearance of the applied makeup. You will achieve much better coverage, the complexion will be flawless, and the makeup will last longer. If you do not use powder brushes, you will not be able to evenly and precisely apply the product. In this way, you risk your complexion will be uneven, and thus reduce the effect and final result of makeup.
All Types of Powder Brushes
Powder brushes differ in many characteristics, starting from size, shape and type of bristles (natural, synthetic or their combinations). Depending on that, their application is also defined. Some are used only for liquid (and creamy) products, others for powdery ones, and there are also so-called universal brushes. You should especially pay attention to this when buying and choose a brush based on what you will use it for.
Brushes for Liquid Foundation
The best brushes for applying liquid foundation are made of synthetic bristles, because they absorb the optimal amount of product. That way, you will not apply too much foundation to your face that will not be able to spread evenly later. Also, by using such a brush, you will use less product, so you will buy new liquid foundations a little less frequently.
When applying liquid foundation, it is important to choose quality brushes that do not leave bristles on the face. Additionally, it is very important that these brushes have dense and soft bristles, which are gentle on the skin and allow easy and even application of foundation. Their dense arrangement of bristles guarantees even application of the product and proper adhesion of the brush to the skin, without bending and breaking the bristles. These brushes can also be used to apply other liquid, ie creamy makeup products, such as primers and concealers.
As for the shape itself, i.e. the way of cutting the bristles, these brushes can be: flat, straight, rounded or obliquely cut. For more precise makeup, professionals recommend using several different brushes. For example, for applying liquid foundation to larger areas of the face (cheeks, forehead), makeup artists use wider round or straight brushes. For makeup of smaller and less accessible surfaces (areas around the eyes, mouth, nose), they use obliquely cut or flat brushes.
Here Are Our Two Suggestions:
1. Rounded brush for liquid foundation Blush 34A allows even application of liquid primer and foundation on the face. It is made of soft, densely arranged, synthetic bristles. Thanks to its shape, it allows easy makeup of the whole face, and primarily larger areas (cheeks, forehead, chin). It has a wooden handle and a metal ferrule, which makes it more durable. This is also an additional reason why professional makeup artists adore it.
2. Flat brush for base and liquid foundation Blush 6 is made of quality, soft synthetic bristles, which are densely packed. Thanks to the shape of the cut and the size of the bristles, this brush allows precise application of liquid primer, foundation and concealer and on the area around the eyes, lips and nose. Like the previous one, this brush has a light wooden handle and a metal ferrule, which makes it more resistant and durable.
Brushes for Finishing Powders
For a complete and longer-lasting makeup, it is often necessary to set the makeup. This is achieved by using setting or loose powders, whose main role is to fix the makeup and mattify the face. To get a flawless final look, apply these products with a soft brush, light movements. For applying powdery products (including powders for setting the face), brushes with natural or synthetic bristles can be used.
Loose powder or setting powder brushes are usually wider, larger and puffier than those for liquid foundation, which ensures proper application of these products over the entire face. The most important thing is that the bristles are not densely packed and that they are not rough, so as not to “scratch” the applied liquid foundation. When setting makeup, use tapping movements, because unlike liquid, powder does not need to be rubbed in.
Our suggestion: brush for powder and blush Blush 7C.
Universal Powder Brushes
Powder brushes often have multiple functions. Many of them can be used to apply liquid products: primers, foundations and concealers, but also to apply finishing powders, bronzers and blushes.
If you are looking for a multifunctional brush for the face, which you can use for different purposes, our suggestion is a powder brush Blush 32 made of synthetic bristles. It has extremely high quality and soft bristles, thanks to which the powder is evenly applied.
Powder Brushes with Natural or Synthetic Bristles – What to Choose
Bear in mind, for applying liquid foundation, experts recommend brushes with synthetic bristles, because they absorb a small amount of liquid and creamy products. Professional makeup artists use brushes with natural bristles for easy and precise application of powder makeup.
Generally speaking, the main advantage of makeup brushes made of natural bristles is that they are more durable. However, that does not mean that you will be able to throw away a brush made of synthetic bristles after two or three uses. On the contrary, quality brushes made of synthetic bristles, which are regularly and properly maintained, can last for years. The advantage of such brushes is the lower price and easier cleansing.
Additional advice: do not save when buying a powder brush. Especially if you use these products on a daily basis.
Makeup Brush Sets- the Most Beautiful Gift
If you are looking for the most beautiful gift for a loved one who likes to do makeup, makeup brushes are a gift “without a mistake” and will surely delight them. Brush sets are available in different packages and combinations of makeup accessories. In most cases, in addition to the basic brushes for face makeup and applying powder, the sets also contain smaller brushes for applying eye shadows.
Our favourite among these products is the set of brushes for face makeup Blush 399, which contains three brushes with soft, synthetic bristles.
How do you apply powder? Are makeup brushes your favourite detail in the beauty corner? Share your impressions with us and if you have any questions feel free to write them in the comments below.
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