A lesson In Brushes

Hi dolls!

This was my first requested post and it took me a while just because

 I wanted to make sure it was informative.

I spent alot of time trying to find cheaper alternatives to give a range in 

price but then I realised that wouldn't be honest! 

Honestly brushes are expensive. 

There are no two ways about it.

 Each one is an investment and I recommend you really do take your 

time and build your collection!

 I've been buying brushes since I was 16 and I counted 125 yesterday! 

All still in good condition. However the average sane person doesn't need these many! Here is a break down of some of the BEST brushes in the industry. 

Again I tried to be versatile with the brands but I couldn't!! 

These are honestly the best out so enjoy!!

These seven brushes in my eyes are the PERFECT brushes to make your skin look HD Flawless. You DO NOT need to buy all of these brushes if you don't wear lots of different textures of foundation . Also never forget the best companion to your brushes is your

 fingers so don't be afraid to use them hand in hand.

Stippling brush

I've suggested the MAC 187 Duo fibre brush £33.50 

if you didn't specifically want a MAC brush this brush can be a 

synthetic or a natural bristle brush. 

This brush is PERFECT for liquid foundations it doesn't pick up 

too much coverage but allows for an easy application and an air brushed finish. This brush also works well with minerals 

Short Fibre brush

MAC 130 Duo Short Fibre brush this is personally

 my favourite foundation brush I've added it underneath the bigger size because I think it's just as important.

 This brush honestly buffs your foundation into your skin so 

flawlessly without a line in sight. 

using it in circular motions across your face will create the creamiest of looks.

 This also works great with concealer.

Flat Foundation brush

Ideally when looking for a flat foundation brush you want a synthetic,
 densely packed wide brush to allow you to easily cover a good amount of space!
 I suggest this one from Bobbi brown it really allows you to 
get in and around the corners of your nose and closely up under your eyes.

powder foundation 

This Dior powder brush is one of the best brushes I've seen in a long time.
 It can also be used for cream foundation!
 You'll want something slightly flat and slated so it presses both the powder and cream into your skin whilst blending it continuously for an air brushed effect.
 Natural bristles are great for building coverage without streaks.

Concealer

Again I recommend Dior, this flat synthetic 
concealer brush is great for covering dark circles or
 problem areas around the eyes and mouth.

All over the eye

This has got to be my favourite eye brush of all time 

it's the 239 Shader brush by MAC. You really want something naturally

 bristled that's dense but thin. It really packs on the product. 

My FAVOURITE thing to do is use this brush wet this really enhances 

the colours and adds staying power! ** Note: wetting shadows works best with 

shimmer or metallic, not matte shades. Further, this brush also works great for your brow bone and lower lid.

Blending / Concealer and Blending  

These brushes  work like a windshield wiper, sweeping back and forth 

over both the lid and crease to blend all colours together removing hard edges.

A VITAL step if you want your eyes to look flawless.

The black blending brush can also be used for Concealer 

under the eyes and or to powder the t-zone area with lose powder instead of

using a huge powder brush.

Straight liner brush 

 This straight liner brush is perfect for eye liner 

i.e the name but it is also great for tidying up concealer lines and defining 

your  brows and lipstick! Multi purpose right? 

Brushes are not cheap so it's great when you find one 

that can be used for more than one thing.

Smudge 

 This brush is one of my favourites a lot of people weirdly 

don't won't their liner on the bottom lid to look so line like.

 A smudge brush is really effective for creating a shadow effect. 

Look for one with a flat head, short and dense natural bristles 

as it gives you the best precision for smoking out lines.

Angled Liner and Pointy Liner 

These days gel liner is everywhere and a liner

brush is absolutely necessary.

 The slanted liner brush can also be used for swiping across a

 pencil then using it for precision. The pointed liner brush however is

perfect for dipping into liquid based liners. 

Brow Brush

 Look for a brow brush that has a spooly (looks like a mascara wand) you can brush them up and over before you fill them in with a powder or pencil.

Lip Brushes
Lip brushes can often be over looked but they're very important! 

They give your lips an even finish and increase the wear of your lipstick.These brushes can be either flat and square or slightly rounded and tapered. When buying a lip brush, it's important to look for a soft, delicate tip that allows for precision, but that is also gentle on your lips. These brushes are amazing for layering, ombre, variety and let you dictate the amount that actually ends up on your lips.