How to Choose Makeup Brushes: Tips from the Beauty Editor

by cshelive9520 on 2012-03-01 17:42:07

Materials of makeup brushes: Mainly divided into animal hair and synthetic fibers

1. Yellow wolf tail hair: The best quality among brush hairs, soft and elastic in texture, comfortable to use and can evenly apply eyeshadow for a natural makeup look.

2. Goat hair: The most common type of animal hair material, soft and durable in texture.

3. Horse hair: Good softness but slightly less elasticity.

4. Synthetic fiber: Divided into tapered fiber and non-tapered fiber according to the bristle tip. Tapered fiber has fine and soft tips, better elasticity than animal hair, does not absorb powder, easy to clean, suitable for thick cream-based cosmetics.

How to identify good or bad makeup brushes & Purchasing Tips:

1. The brush hair should feel soft and smooth, with a tightly packed and full structure.

2. Hold the brush hair between your fingers, gently comb downward, check if the brush hair falls out easily.

3. Lightly press the brush on the back of your hand, draw a semi-circle, check if the brush hair is neatly trimmed.

4. Use hot air to blow on the brush hair to distinguish the type: stays original shape for animal hair, curls for synthetic fiber.

5. Professional brushes have different sizes and shapes according to the makeup area, presenting various curved, pointed, slanted, or flat brush head shapes. The smoothness of the brush head lines and curves will affect the makeup effect. Therefore, when purchasing, also pay attention to whether the brush hair is neatly arranged, otherwise it may affect the makeup result.

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