When it comes to makeup, having the right tools is essential. Makeup brushes come in a variety of shapes and sizes and can be made from a range of materials. One type of makeup brush that has become increasingly popular in recent years is the black makeup brush. These brushes are often crafted from synthetic fibers, making them ideal for applying liquid- or cream-based products. Here are our favorites.
$49.00
This bronzer brush from Sephora is my favorite among all the brushes that I have. ...This bronzer brush is amazing!! It is so soft and applies your makeup perfectly.
What it is: A domed brush with extra-soft bristles to effortlessly blend and apply product for a natural-looking bronze.
What Else You Need to Know: Apply and blend bronzer to the high points of the face in a single swipe with this extra-large, dome-shaped brush. The large format makes it perfect for use on the face and body for an instant bronzed effect.
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.
$30.00
Amazed at how great this brush is...I've only ever used angled brushes to apply gel eyeliner since I was 15 (now 30), so I was skeptical at how well this brush would work. ...It is my one of my favorite brushes.
What it is:
A tapered liner brush for creating precise eyeliner looks along the lash and water lines.
What it does:
The synthetic tapered bristles of this precise brush lay color down smoothly and easily for the perfect application every time.
$74.50
MUFE brushes are simply the best. This powder brush is so luxurious on the face. ...This brush is INCREDIBLE. I’m so sad that I didn’t try the MUFE brushes before, they seem to be phasing them out.
What it is:
A large, dome-shaped brush for quick, lightweight powder application.
What it does:
This soft, round, luxurious brush is used to apply light powder coverage to a large area. Best used in sweeping strokes, it features wavy fibers and is ideal for applying compact or loose powders to the face and body.
What else you need to know:
After five years in development with makeup artists and fiber experts, MAKE UP FOR EVER Artisan Brushes are a revolution in brush craftsmanship.
$49.00
I love how this brush is so soft yet fluffy. This brush has quickly become my favorite new brush as it applies powder so gently and flawlessly without disturbing my makeup underneath it. ...I absolutely love this makeup brush. I’ve never used their brushes but the application is very smooth when I use the brush to apply blush or powder!
What it is: A rounded powder brush that precisely applies powder foundation and finishing and setting powders.
What Else You Need to Know: This precision powder brush was designed for targeted application to blend and build coverage. The rounded brush tip perfectly sculpts and shapes the features of the face. The bristles evenly apply powder formulas and help you effortlessly achieve the flawless finish you desire.
PRO Brush Collection, thirty 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.
$26.00
BEST BRUSH EVER for gel eyeliner!!!...It does get stiff if not cleaned but I clean my brushes, especially eye makeup brushes, weekly and have no problems with stiffness at all. ...This PRO Liner Brush #22 from Sephora Collection has been helping me to make eyeliner out of my black and dark brown eyeshadows.
What it is: An ultra-thin, angled liner brush with a firm, tapered point for precise and polished lining of the eyes.
What Else You Need to Know: The short, firmly angled bristles of this brush allow for a precise and even glide when defining eyes. This brush can be used to achieve a variety of liner looks from the most natural to dramatic. It’s ideal for cream, liquid, and powder formulas.
PRO Brush Collection, thirty 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.
$30.00
Brushity Brush....I found this brush OK, but there was definitely nothing wrong with it; I DID find cheaper brow brushes that worked better, but I find this one useful as well. ...Best Brush...This Brush and the #12 brush are the best brushes to use on your eyebrows.
The optimal slant for precision brow shaping. Quality crafted from pure sable with a multi-lacquered wooden handle.
Size: 0.003oz / 0.08g·ITEM: 2242956
Color: 04 Midnight brown - chestnut brown
$22.00
I like that it stays thing so it can actually mimic hair strokes, whereas others are thicker and look fake. I don't like the "brush" thing on the end, but I have spoolies and other eyebrow brushes that I use to brush first and blend....It's definitely better than the one I was using before, but the brush on the end isn't very useful and in fact, has broken off since I bought it (heavy travel, I take it in my makeup case everyday).
What it is: A retractable waterproof pencil with an ultra-fine tip that creates hair-like strokes for precise definition and long-lasting, natural-looking brows.
What Else You Need to Know: This brow pencil is great for filling in sparse areas, creating shape, and mimicking the look of actual brow hair. It is available in a range of natural-looking colors, and the long-wearing formula stays put and won’t smudge. A spoolie brush is also included so you can blend the product throughout your brows.
Clinical Results: In a satisfaction test performed on 21 volunteers:
- 90% of users said that the result stayed the same all day long
- 86% of users said that the eye pencil’s tip ensured precise application
