Everything you need to know about brushes! I share my must have essentials and what every girl needs in her makeup kit to achieve beautiful makeup application, all without breaking the bank!
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Makeup is not only about the product itself, but the application process, the tools you are using and the techniques that go with it. With every masterpiece, there was a person and materials behind it. Even if the artist had the best materials available, but did not have the accurate tools needed to perform the job, the artist would not be capable of creating his or her masterpiece. This is the way it goes in the makeup world- you could have the best, most expensive "materials" (makeup) but if you don't have the right tools to apply them (brushes, sponges, etc) then all the prestige of those materials goes to waste. I've done many comparisons between high end and drugstore makeup and what distinguishes them is the way the product is applied. And even then you don't need to spend tons of money on brushes. Here are my top picks of must have brushes in your tool kit, all available for under $10. First things first- don't get stuck on name brands!!: The complaint I hear the most from women is that they feel discouraged because they feel pressured to buy well known name brand brushes in order to get a decent makeup application. This is not true! This is why I write these posts because I want to remove these common myths of makeup! Let's all say it together, "Just because it's name brand doesn't mean it's the best!!" There are many companies that make great brushes with excellent craftsmanship, durability and incredible texture at affordable prices. Some tried and true and trusted brands I highly recommend are Real Techniques, E.L.F. Studio Line brushes, and Crown Brushes, with price ranges from $3-15 a piece. Not to say that these more expensive brushes are not good, because they are, I'm just saying that there are many alternatives and even dupes for high end brushes that can be found at a much more affordable price. Top essential brushes for every tool kit: 1. powder brush 2. blush brush 3. eye blending brush 4. flat eyeshadow brush 5. fluffy eye blending brush 6. small face tapered brush 7. spoolie and angled bristle brush duo for eyebrows 8. beauty sponges 9. stiff angled eyeliner brush 10. tapered eye blending brush 11. eyelash comb 12. stippling brush This may seem a bit overwhelming, but trust me, 12 brushes is nothing compared to what many makeup artist use on a daily basis, me included! These brushes can help you achieve any look and provide you with the adequate tools to achieve a beautiful makeup application. Stay tuned for the next post where I personally share what specific brush I use and how to use it to create a professional makeup application. Do you have any brushes you'd like to add to the list? Let me know!
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When I'm not spending way too much time getting ready or drooling over the newest beauty product, I'm a stay at home mom of a rambunctious 4 year old boy, a sweet baby girl we lovingly call "sissy", and a wife to my high school sweetheart. Archives
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