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15 September 2023

Luxe to Less: Perfecting Your Makeup Brush Game

Choosing the right tools for a flawless finish at any budget.

Makeup brushes are the unsung heroes of any makeup look, where the application is everything to create that blended-to-perfection eyeshadow look, that glowy complexion or stunning brows. With so many excellent choices in the beauty market, it's hard to know where to start, but don't stress; we've come up with a guide to the best makeup brushes for every budget to elevate your makeup game.Whether a makeup novice or a seasoned pro, these makeup brushes are your ticket to makeup mastery.


Words By Erin Visagie

Luxe

Are you looking to unlock your inner makeup pro? If you invest in luxury makeup brushes, you’ll treat your face to a VIP experience for every application.

You’re not just buying a brush when you choose luxury brushes; you’re investing in your long-term beauty regimen with fine materials and boujie designs.

Every makeup kit needs love and luxury. If you want to invest in your makeup kit, the Hourglass Vegan Brush Travel Set is the ultimate investment kit with all the essentials for your upgraded kit. This travel-friendly kit features seven ultra-soft, bestselling brushes made from PETA-approved Taklon bristles for the complexion and eyes and one exclusive powder brush for multitasking.

Look no further than the Surratt Artistique Face Brush if you’re looking for a great makeup brush. With this high-quality brush, you’ll get seamless coverage for your complexion. Known for his bold beauty looks, Troy Surratt is the mastermind behind Surratt’s brand. The brush is handcrafted in Japan by skilled artisans and is the perfect shape for applying powder products. Allows for buildable coverage and distributes product well for an ideal finish.

Hourglass Vegan Brush Travel Set, $596, Harrods

Less

With some brilliant options we’ve gathered, you can invest in a more affordable, not too high and not too low price point, but still enjoy a high level of quality when it come to makeup brushes.

In a nutshell, these brushes are a perfect blend of quality and affordability, accommodating the needs of various makeup enthusiasts.

Every makeup kit should contain beautiful brushes to enhance your favourite eye looks. Creating a badass eyeliner wing requires the Rae Morris Pro Liner Set. With this five-piece eyeliner kit, you can apply seamless gel and liquid liner looks with #13 deluxe eyeliner, #14 perfect eyeliner (fine-to-medium liquid liner), #15 precision bent liner (fine liner and hooked shape so your hand can keep it steady while applying), #16 brow definer (makes the eyebrows look super natural and subtle) and 17# square lash liner (for application above and below the lashes). Get the fire eyeliner look you want with this foolproof kit.

The Westman Atelier eyeshadow II brush features fluffy, synthetic bristles with softly rounded tips for a perfectly blended eyeshadow effect. Makeup essentials like this one effortlessly diffuse and refine colour for a flawless, seamless finish.

Rae Morris Pro-Liner Set 5 Piece, $289.69, Cult Beauty

Low

Are you looking for high-quality brushes and cosmetic tools that won’t break the bank? You’ve come to the right place; we’ve rounded up some affordable, effective, and fun cosmetic tools and brushes.

One of my favourite cosmetic tools for setting my face with powder and my favourite in my kit is the e.l.f. Halo Glow Powder Puff. It gives even powder coverage, doesn’t create that creased look and has a finger loop for a secure grip. Regarding affordable products, e.l.f. Cosmetics have some great options include sponges, applicators, lash curlers, beauty blenders and those cute little brushes cosmetic kits.

Another brilliant piece to have is the Real Techniques Mini Expert Face Brush. This is my go-to complexion brush. It allows for even coverage, and can be used for multiple cream products (hello cute blended cream blush) and I even use it for bronzer and sometimes blush if I’m feeling extra.

Another thing to remember is that there are plenty of inexpensive brush and complexion tool cleaners available, like the Spectrum Collections Brush Laundrette Bundle. This will allow for reduced breakouts and a more hygienic application.

Real Techniques Mini Expert Face Brush, $12.99, Adore Beauty