Have a drawer filled with makeup brushes, but no idea what they are all used for? We will guide you through all the important uses and care + where to buy makeup brushes that will last a lifetime!
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Makeup Brushes 101
Too many times I’ve found myself starring at all the makeup brush selections at Sephora or Target, buying the wrong ones, and then finding out much too soon that all of the brush bristles fall out whenever I wash them. Sound familiar? It’s annoying because most makeup brushes can be expensive. Today, I’m sharing how you can make sure you’re never wasting anymore money on buying the wrong makeup brushes and where to actually find a set that will last you a lifetime.
Uses and care for your makeup brushes.
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Are there any brushes that through experience you just don’t use, or use for different purposes than they are supposed to be for?
In my experience, I try to stay away from Bare Mineral brushes–they’ve proven to shed the most! Try to go with brushes that have natural hairs sans dyes for added color and effect. These dyes are not natural, and considering I’m all about staying as green as possible, I would keep those dyed tip brushes reserved for last minute makeup emergencies!
A brush can be used for many things. One of my favorite ways to use a brush outside of its original design: a basic eyeshadow brush for lipstick application. Gives a smooth, finished, tailored look all the time! LOVE IT!
How often should your brushes be cleaned?
Brushes should be cleaned at least once a week / four times a month. This is the bare minimum for an average makeup user who wears makeup every day (think a work week, with weekends off.)
What can be done on a daily basis to keep your brushes in good condition?
To keep your brushes in good condition, store them properly. Store brushes used for liquid makeup applications in an open canister. Other brushes, ones for eyeshadow, contouring, powder applications, can be stored in a makeup bag. Speaking of makeup bag, wash those too! They must be cleaned the same day you wash your brushes. What good is putting clean brushes in a dirty bag?
At what price point do you purchase your brushes? Are there any cheap ones that do the same job as their more expensive counterparts?
I actually pay anything starting from 3 dollars and up to 20. The reason why is because I shop at craft stores for some of my makeup brushes. There you can find soft bristle natural hair brushes that look JUST like and feel just like MAC brushes, and they do the job just as well, for less!
What is your must-have brush and why?
I have this one long handled brush that was in a very inexpensive makeup kit. This brush is a simple eyeshadow brush, but a little fuller. This amazing brush does it all I’ve learned. It blends like a fluffy brush, it contours like a contouring brush, and one time it even applied blush in a pinch! I LOVE this brush and treasure it like gold. Find that one brush that does it all for you, and you’ll fall head over heels with makeup!
The uses of all the makeup brushes!
1. Foundation Brush // 2. Powder Brush // 
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Fashionably Yours,
Allison
I have never used there make up brushes because I have no idea how to clean them. It is easy with the sponges because I clean them with simple dish soap but I am not sure whether it is a good idea with the brushes. Thanks for the advices! Burnt Oak Carpet Cleaners Ltd.