All About Professional Makeup Brushes

The key to effective and high-quality make-up is not only the level of skill of the makeup artist and good decorative cosmetics, but also the tools used by the master. It is very important to use special professional brushes for applying makeup, which are made from practical and environmentally friendly materials. In today's article, we will take a closer look at such useful devices.

If you use good high quality professional brushes, then applying makeup will be much easier and will bring excellent results. That is why buying the first brushes that come across in a cosmetic store is not the best decision. Such devices must be selected carefully and carefully so as not to be disappointed in the purchase.

There are many different types of professional makeup brushes. We are talking about products that are sharpened for different applications, as well as about tools from different manufacturers. Today on sale you can find both budget and rather expensive models of brushes made from different materials.

Some firms make very expensive brush options, the cost of which is off-putting to many buyers. However, the quality of such products more than justifies the high price. If a person is still new to all the tricks of professional make-up, then he does not need to immediately spend money on such products: you can start with brushes of the middle price category.

It was already mentioned above that at present there are many varieties of professional brushes for creating makeup. These small tools are categorized according to several basic criteria. Let's consider the most significant of them.

Quality professional brushes are made from a variety of materials. Their performance, maintenance requirements and the final cost depend on this parameter. Let's find out from what materials modern models of professional brushes are made for creating makeup.

Often on sale thin synthetic nylon brushes. These varieties are great for applying a variety of products. Such brushes are characterized by a different structure, for example, there are special oval variants. These types turn out to be as practical and convenient as possible if the base of a creamy texture and blush is applied. In this case, the agent is literally driven into the skin.

Synthetic types of brushes are allowed to be used for procedures with cream and liquid formulations. The models in question are easy to keep clean. Drying and cleaning them does not cause unnecessary problems. To apply powder, blush or loose eyeshadows evenly, natural bristle brushes are ideal.

In most cases, the makeup fixtures in question are made from:

• squirrel, marten, pony wool;
• goat hair (the best options for blush);
• raccoon or badger fur (these specimens make excellent professional tools for high-quality eyebrow shaping).

The main advantage of brushes with natural bristles is that the cosmetics are applied gently and gently with such tools. Such products serve for a long time and are well suited for working with dry cosmetics.

The disadvantages of natural villi include a possible allergic reaction to animal hair. Such products require more complex care, they have to be stored according to special rules so that ticks do not start in the pile.

All models of professional grade makeup tools vary in meaning. Based on the specific area of ​​the face to which the agent will be applied, a device of an appropriate shape and size can be used. Let's consider the purpose of different types of brushes.

• For the cream. It is convenient to apply foundations using brushes that have medium sizes, a flattened base. These can be brushes or models such as duofiber. In addition, it is possible to select a special makeup sponge to guarantee an almost invisible finish. Devices with synthetic hairs are the most wear-resistant and practical in this matter.

• For powder. The largest brush is intended for applying powder. Its main distinguishing features are rounded base, smooth edges, high density pile (over 4 cm). A special kabuki brush is also an excellent product for styling powder.

• For blush and shading. For these purposes, tools are usually used that are similar in form to the above specimens. The diameter of the base of models for blush, like the parameter of the length of the hairs, is smaller. Oblique pile may be present in these products.

• For dry highlighters. To use these products, instruments with natural fibers, but with an even more modest diameter, are perfect.

• For bronzers. To work with bronzers, it is possible to use both professional powder brushes and special versions of a trapezoidal structure with a flat top.

• For contouring. For such purposes, flattened and short models of brushes are suitable. They must be characterized by sufficient density, special structure. If a special dry and sculpting powder is used, then it is advisable to opt for products with natural fibers. If the contouring is performed using a creamy or liquid substance, then synthetic options are chosen.

Today, professional brushes are also produced that will be suitable for the implementation of the final touches in makeup. These are examples of the fan type. They have a thin base. With the help of such a tool, it is possible to remove the remaining excess of cosmetic products from the make-up kit, to smooth the result. Some professional makeup artists use fan brushes for dry styling.

Nowadays, many well-known brands are producing high quality professional makeup brushes. Let's highlight some of the top-rated products.

• Real techniques. A well-known British brand offering excellent tassels of different types to choose from. In the assortment of the brand you can find excellent synthetic talcone products. Mostly, users report positively about Real techniques products.

• Manly PRO. A professional brand of decorative cosmetics, founded relatively recently - in 2011. In the assortment of this manufacturer there are a lot of first-class and beautifully made brushes, designed to work with various cosmetic products. There are many limited and exclusive items.

• NYX. Today this brand is one of the most famous and popular. NYX produces not only gorgeous decorative cosmetics, but also excellent brushes for applying them. Branded instruments from NYX are not too cheap, but at the same time they are of excellent quality, stylish design and comfortable structure.

• Bareminerals. A well-known brand from the USA also specializes in the production of cosmetics, and also offers high-quality brushes and brushes for applying and blending it. Products of this brand are impeccable, made only from practical and safe materials, allowing you to achieve perfect coatings.

• Fenty Beauty. Another manufacturer from America. It was founded by singer Rihanna in 2017. The firm produces top-end brushes. Most of the pieces are expensive, but of amazing quality and very eye-catching design.

The right choice of professional make-up tools makes application noticeably easier. As a result of using such tools, it is possible to achieve more attractive and accurate results. It is very important to use the purchased brush strictly according to its intended purpose and to purchase copies that will be convenient for use by a specific user.

When choosing such things, you should rely on some basic parameters.

• Pile quality. First of all, it is advisable to focus on the composition of the villi with which the brush is equipped. Artificial and natural options have a lot of differences. Next, you should take a closer look at the state of the packing and hair cutting. In no case should hairs fluff in all directions, be too prickly and frankly unkempt. The ideal brush will be sheared, but these options are expensive, especially if they have natural bristles.
• The purpose of the application. It is wise to target the products you will actually be using, especially if you are looking for a set of brushes. Many brands compose them based only on their own benefits, and not on the versatility of the kit as a whole. Some brushes in the set may not be there, or most of them will be unnecessary.You definitely need to pay attention to this, so as not to waste money in vain.
• Convenience of the handle. The brush handle must be of a suitable size. The tool should lie ergonomically and optimally in the hand, not fall during use. The most convenient options are considered to be with a rubberized handle about 15 cm long. It is worth paying attention to the quality of attachment to the base. This will affect the service life and usability of the product.
• Brand. It is recommended to purchase only high quality branded products. Cheap Chinese brushes will save you money, but they rarely achieve beautiful and neat makeup.

Here are some basic tips for caring for professional makeup brushes.

• These tools should be washed regularly. If this is not done, then even a synthetic model will quickly become a breeding ground for pathogenic bacteria. Dirty particles can appear on it, which then lead to redness, irritation and even acne.
• It is allowed to use simple soap for washing., but there are also special antibacterial sprays designed to cleanse the villi. You can purchase a mat with rubber spikes that can be used to easily remove dirt from the brush.
• It is necessary to dry the brushes only in a horizontal position. They must be carefully squeezed out, smoothed out the villi, and then laid out on a towel, laid on a flat base. It is desirable that the products dry naturally. You cannot dry them in a glass in an upright position.
• Store professional brushes only in places where dust will not accumulate on them. After drying, it is advisable to put the product in a separate beauty case or a closed cosmetic bag.