Detailed makeup brush tutorial.
2025-09-26
1. Makeup brush categories
| Category | Subcategory | Material | Description |
| Facial Brushes | Foundation Brushes | - | - |
| Loose Powder Brushes | Synthetic Fiber | High cost-performance ratio | |
| Goat Hair | More comfortable | ||
| Blush Brushes | Synthetic Fiber | Weaker powder-grabbing ability ); Suitable for deeper-colored blushes | |
| Fine Goat Tip Hairs / Gray Squirrel Hairs | Softer and more comfortable ; Suitable for lighter-colored blushes | ||
| Contour Brushes | Fine Goat Tip Hairs | Strong blending ability |
| Category | Subcategory | Material | Description |
| Eye Brushes | Blending Brushes | Fine Goat Tip Hairs | Excellent powder pickup and blending ability |
| Gray Squirrel Hair | Softer and finer, more expensive | ||
| Detail Brushes | - | - | |
| Eyeliner Brushes | Synthetic Fiber | Suitable for daily use | |
| Yellow Wolf Tail | For a better application experience | ||
| Eye Shadow Brushes | Fine Goat Tip Hairs | Excellent blending ability, easily creates a natural shadow | |
| Eyebrow Brushes | Synthetic Fiber | Relatively stiff, easier to shape |
| Category | Subcategory | Material | Description |
| Other Brushes | Highlight Brushes | Fine Goat Tip Hairs | Suitable for powdered highlights |
| Kinkajou Fur | Softer and more comfortable | ||
| Synthetic Fiber | Easier to maintain | ||
| Lip Brushes | - | No cuticle scales on the surface, more hygienicEasier to clean | |
| Concealer Brushes | - | No cuticle scales, less likely to absorb oils |
2. Differentiating between makeup brushes
Common foundation brushes come in flat, round, and flat heads. However, using a foundation brush requires skill. Skilled users can quickly and conveniently apply makeup, allowing them to reach every corner and detail. However, lack of skill can easily lead to a painter-like mess. Therefore, if you're a beginner, it's best to use a beauty blender and upgrade once you become a seasoned makeup expert!
Flat and round-headed foundation brushes are recommended. Round-headed ones are better suited for thicker foundations, such as cream foundations. However, regardless of whether the brush is round or flat, you should always apply a small amount of foundation first and then gently blend it onto your face. Applying it like painting is definitely not an option.
②. Powder and blush brushes
If you're looking to save money and effort, these two brushes can be combined. Therefore, when choosing between these two brush types, choose one with a slightly looser, more fluffy bristles.
③.
Eyeshadow brushes are probably the most commonly used makeup brushes. Generally, beginners only need three: a foundation brush, a detail brush, and a blending brush. These are basically enough for a simple eye makeup look.
④. Contouring and highlighting brushes
Contouring and highlighting are also important components of makeup. Generally speaking, there aren't many requirements for a contouring and highlighting brush. Just choose one that's reasonably priced and produces good results. The most important thing is that using a makeup brush for contouring and highlighting is far superior to using a contouring stick. With practice, your makeup won't look smudged.
