A makeup brush is an essential tool for any makeup artist. It's the first thing they use to apply foundation, concealer, and other products to the face. Here are some of the best makeup brushes on the market today.
$38.00
A multitasker On the picture side by side, is the spot and foundation brushes also reviewed. I cannot comment yet on longevity. ...Now I want to replace all my Mac brushes, help!!...multitasking synthetic brush
What it is: A brush with a pointed tip for targeted coverage just where you need it—the ideal companion to the Vital Skin Foundation Stick (sold separately).
What Else You Need to Know: Luxurious and durable, each brush is handmade in Japan by the most prestigious brush maker in the world, using cruelty-free, super-soft nylon fibers and sustainably sourced birch. Thoughtfully designed shorter handles make for an easy, effortless application.
$18.00
What drew me into this brush is when I found Selena claiming that she created this brush to mimic a finger, which helps create a precise application. ...I purchased this brush to use for the under eye area. the size and the shape is perfect- the angling and the pointed tip of the top of the brush make it a piece of cake to get to the corners, spread and seamlessly blend.
What it is: A cruelty-free concealer brush with uniquely sculpted bristles and a pointed tip for precise coverage.
Brush Formulation: All Formulas
Brush Coverage: Buildable
Brush Handle Length: 4.25”
Bristle Type: Synthetic
Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan and cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know: This plush concealer brush mimics the shape of fingertips for fast and easy blending. The densely packed, vegan bristles build coverage and buff away streaks for seamless results. Use the precision tip to hit hard-to-reach spots under eyes, around the nose, and along the corners of the mouth. This brush pairs perfectly with the Liquid Touch Brightening Concealer (sold separately).
$27.00
perfect bronze brush...I personally love huda’s beauty brushes they are soft and perfect for what they are, this one is for the new bronzing powder and loved the way it picked up the product and applied it as well!! ...the most cute and soft brush ever...This all over bronzer brush is so cute and soft and working amazingly with the glowish bronzer, the color of the bristles are attractive to me and the handle is cute..I love all Huda brushes especially the glowish line
What it is: A synthetic, duo-fiber brush that applies the right amount of product and leaves a beautiful, soft-blur effect.
Ingredient Callouts: It is cruelty-free .
What Else You Need to Know: This custom-designed brush hugs the contours of your face for seamless color application. The fluffy-yet-structured fibers pick up just the right amount of product for a beautifully even, skin-blurring finish. The bristles are made with 100 percent synthetic fibers and the handle is made with PCR (post-consumer recycled) plastic.
$28.00
Perfect Powder Brush!!...I love how this brush has an elongated shape and a more pointed tip. ...fluffy powder brush!...I loooove rare beauty brushes! every product selena makes I'm purchasing and loving it!
What it is: A precise, dome-shaped powder brush with a soft, tapered tip that’s fluffy enough for all-over blending, yet firm enough for precise application.
Brush Formulation: Powder
Brush Coverage: Buildable
Bristle Type: Synthetic
Ingredient Callouts: This product is cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know: The innovative shape makes this brush versatile enough for all-over application and precise, controlled blending alike. Super-soft, patented vegan bristles mimic the effect of real hair for a seamless finish. Use this brush with Always an Optimist Soft Radiance Setting Powder (sold separately) or any powder formula.
$31.00
Glowish Airbrush Finish skin tint brush works great with Glowish Skin Tint. It's simple but beautiful addition to Huda's brushes....One of my favourite brushes now...One of the best quality of brushes I have ever used (I have 2 large cups of makeup brushes [First time using a HB brush] and this is def going to be my new go to brush and this baby will travel with me for sure).
What it is: A brush made with synthetic fibers that provides natural, buildable coverage and an airbrush finish.
Brush Formulation: Liquid
Brush Coverage: Buildable
Bristle Type: Synthetic
Ingredient Callouts: It is cruelty-free .
What Else You Need to Know: This custom-cut complexion brush is a makeup must-have to create a natural, airbrushed finish. It works to apply, build, buff, and blend any liquid or cream formulas. The bristles are made with 100 percent synthetic fibers and the handle is made with PCR (post-consumer recycled) plastic.
$33.00
a good brush...I think pushing 2 big brushes to one was not the best idea. Generally it’s a good quality brush....Love this brush! Love how soft it is. Does a great job of blending in foundation on the flat side.
What it is: A double-ended synthetic makeup brush specifically designed for foolproof foundation application so you can achieve the most seamless, airbrushed complexion with ease.
What Else You Need to Know: The pyramid-shaped tip is perfect for applying liquid and creamy formulas to every curve, angle, and contour of your face for precise foundation application. The circular tip features the finest bristles to smooth and buff foundation into the skin for a seamless, flawless finish.
$49.00
my favorite brush for bronzer...I love this brush! I use the rounder end for bronzer and use the more pointed end for setting powder. ...I use the bigger, flatter side for applying highlighter and the smaller pointed side for applying blush. I have a problem with some brushes where more product ends up on the brush than on my skin, but that wasn't the case with this brush.
What it is:
A multi-purpose, double-ended brush with two versatile heads for flawless makeup application.
What it does:
With high-grade, ultra-soft Taklon bristles, this double-sided tool is PETA-approved (People for the Ethical Treatment Of Animals) with long-lasting synthetic bristles. Its weighted metal handle provides easy control for effortless blending and application.
What else you need to know:
Hourglass products are 100 percent cruelty-free.
$95.00
I am an absolute brush junkie and have a substantial collection. I mainly use natural or Duo Fibre brushes as I find they just work better than synthetic brushes do. ...I never thought I had to turn to La Mer to get a brush. For months I debated against buying this.
What it is: A generously proportioned powder brush with thousands of soft-touch bristles to help dust on powder for a flawless, light-as-air look.
What Else You Need to Know: This brush is beautifully tapered for quick application, the soft-touch, feather-like bristles dust on without build-up, creating a beautiful, ultra-light finish. It is made with synthetic bristles for essential hygiene, simple care, and customizable sheer-to-full coverage.
$22.00
It’s like a two in one brush. I always highly recommend the Sephora Pro brushes! ...This brush is amazing for carving out your brows and precision ares, the pointed tip gives you great control!
What it is: A flat concealer brush that precisely applies and blends concealer to cover blemishes and under-eye imperfections.
What Else You Need to Know: This spade-like brush helps conceal imperfections with precision, allowing for even coverage with no streaks. The tapered, flat shape fits the contours under the eye and around the nose, lips, and brows, while the dense bristles are ideal for building coverage and blending.
The PRO Brush Collection is made up of 30 brushes with the highest-quality, hand-shaped vegan synthetic bristles. The tapered artistry handles help offer ultimate control in makeup application to help you create any makeup look you desire. This brush and its holder have been developed responsibly. The paper of the packaging a
$30.00
What a great brush shape! It's not quite as pointed as the Kat Von D, but does almost have a tip while still being beautifully rounded. ...This brush is more on the flat side, so I don’t prefer it for blush.
What it is: A multipurpose brush that is perfect for applying and building color on the cheeks.
What Else You Need to Know: The rounded brush head and soft bristles allow you to easily apply and build color to the apple of the cheeks, leaving the perfect deposit of color.
The PRO Brush Collection is made up of 30 brushes with the highest-quality, hand-shaped vegan synthetic bristles. The tapered artistry handles help offer ultimate control in makeup application to help you create any makeup look you desire. This brush and its holder have been developed responsibly. The paper of the packaging and the wood of the handle are made of sustainably managed forests.