The 11 best makeup brushes for a flawless finish

1. EcoTools 360 Ultimate Blend Kit - 3ct

The 360 ULTIMATE BLEND™ three piece brush kit is designed with densely packed, domed brush heads for a quick application and a perfectly blended finish. The brushes in this kit include the Ultimate Buff, Ultimate Pop, and Ultimate Cover. They’re perfect for blending foundation, concealer, and blush or bronzer for a sculpted and airbrushed look. You can also add a highlighter with the Ultimate cover brush for the finishing touches.

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2. About Face Light Lock Body Brush

Makeup brushes aren’t just for your face. This ultra-luxurious curved kabuki brush is great for contouring your body before a big event and allows for even, flawless application and perfect blending. Made from 100% synthetic, high-performance filaments with a tufted shape perfect for following the body’s curves.

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3. Real Techniques Everyday Essentials - 5ct

Looking for the best makeup brush set? This Real Techniques kit has everything you’ll need. Your one and done set for everyday makeup looks. The blush brush is tapered, soft, and fluffy bristles blend powder blush evenly for a smooth, natural look. The Miracle Complexion Sponge is a soft, flexible foam that blends liquid and cream foundation into a luminous, dewy finish. You can use dry for full coverage or damp for a dewy glow.

The Deluxe Crease brush is made with a short, dense bristles layer and blends cream and powder eye shadows evenly into the eye crease, perfect for any eye makeup look. The 402 Setting is a powder brush made with soft and fluffy bristles to dust on loose powders such as highlighters or setting powders precisely for natural-looking illumination. The 200 Expert Face is a foundation brush that has firm bristles buffing liquid foundations to a glowing, flawless finish.

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4. Sigma Beauty F80 - Flat Kabuki Brush

Get the “no makeup” look you crave with the best-selling flat top kabuki foundation brush — reimagined. Made with feathery soft, duo-fiber bristles for a soft and luxurious feel, this professional makeup brush provides lightweight, buildable coverage for a dewy, natural-looking foundation finish. Uniquely made with soft, wispy duo-fibers for easy blending. To use, evenly apply and buff the foundation for a smooth, lightweight finish with a buildable application. Perfect for those who want a sheer airbrushed complexion and great for lightweight summer looks, the brush is made with super-soft, synthetic bristles that mimic animal hair.

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5. Artis Fini Brush

The Fini Brush is what some have described as the perfect size and configuration for a universal makeup brush. It’s easy to hold and maneuver and perfect to apply a foundation, contour, blush, highlighting, skincare, and setting powder to areas of the face and body. When holding the "fin handle" of the brush between your thumb and finger, glide this brush gently across the skin to apply and blend foundation, blush, highlights, and setting powder over the face and body with a few gentle gliding or circular movements. This is one of the best makeup brushes for beginners because of its easy-to-use design and universal application.

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6. e.l.f. Contouring Brush

This contouring brush is specifically designed for advanced makeup application to help achieve professional looks. The densely packed hair and structured shape achieve flawless dimension along the cheekbones, forehead, and jawline for targeted contouring. Perfect for using pressed or loose bronzer powder, liquids, and creams to create beautiful sculpting all over the face. This brush is made by artisans with expert craftsmanship to cut, shape, and ultra-fine synthetic hair for a luxurious experience. This cruelty-free brush is made with 100% animal hair-free, synthetic bristles.

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7. e.l.f. Blending Eye Brush

e.l.f.'s eyeshadow blending brush expertly blends multiple eye shades while softening dramatic edges and fine lines. Using a Blending Eye brush after eyeshadow and liner application creates a natural finish to any eye look. This blender brush can also multitask: You can use it to set powder or liquid concealer. All e.l.f. professional makeup brushes have been designed and tested by the e.l.f. professional team of makeup artists. e.l.f. brushes are some of the best makeup brushes on a budget. With high-quality brushes and a price point you can’t beat, e.l.f. is a great brand for makeup brushes.

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8. Iconic London PRO PUFF

This oversized brush allows for effortless head-to-toe application because it fits perfectly in the palm of your hand. It’s designed to be used as an all-over face and body brush with any powder, from bronzer and highlighter to setting powder. The Pro Puff brush head comprises thousands of velvety-soft bristles to give a flawless finish. To cheat that fresh, post-holiday, bronzed look, sweep the powder across your cheekbones, over the bridge of the nose, and along the hairline, where the sun would naturally kiss your face.

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9. Alleyoop Multi-Tasker 4-in-1 Makeup Brush

An award-winning 4-in-1 makeup brush that packs all your essential beauty applicators: concealer sponge, blush, brow, and eyeshadow brush, in one easy tool. It’s all you need for a full face on the go or an easy everyday look at home. All applicators are made of premium synthetic fibers, and the blending sponge is replaceable. When you’re ready for a new sponge, just order a refill. This is perfect for travel because all your essentials are in one easy-to-use, easy-to-grab product.

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10. Sigma Beauty SigMagicTM BrushampooTM Liquid

Give your brushes a deep clean with this all-natural cleanser designed to clean and condition brush bristles. Outperforming instant brush sprays that only remove surface-level makeup residue and bacteria, this SigMagic® formula penetrates brush bristles to remove even the toughest pigment and foundation stains. This is ideal for fluffy face brushes and blenders while also being antimicrobial and hypoallergenic. It’s also gentler on brushes and your hands and extends the lifespan of your beauty supplies.

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11. Beauty Blender Solid Lavender Sponge & Brush Cleanser

A super-concentrated blend of sustainable palm oils, nourishing aloe, and coconut oil help lift grime, rinse, clean, and condition your most valuable tools. Subtle notes of calming lavender help uplift and destress as you cleanse away. A textured silicone mat knocks out stubborn stains. TSA-approved, this 0.558 oz cleanser is travel-sized and ideal for cleaning makeup sponges and brushes on the go.

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FAQ

Which makeup brush brand is the best?

There are many great brands for makeup brushes, and what you find works the best for you will depend on what type of makeup products you use and the types of makeup look you like to create. If you love a matte look, a great powder brush is essential, but for more dewy products, a beauty blender may be perfect. Some brands make great brushes for your eye makeup or even the perfect eyebrow brush to help sculpt your brows compared to foundation application. And if you’re a seasoned makeup artist, you might have a preference between natural hair and synthetic brushes. But if you’re a beginner or constantly travelling, a multi-tool or a set of brushes will let you experiment with what you feel best using. 

What makeup brushes do the professionals use?

Professional makeup artists will have their own personal favorites, but the Sigma Beauty F80 - Flat Kabuki Brush was made for professional use. If you’re wondering what brushes makeup artists love to use, check out Flip to see what people say about each product to find your perfect brushes. When you find the right ones, you can even upload your own review. 

What should I look for when buying makeup brushes?

You want to find makeup brushes that are made for your specific products. You could want an angled brush, a brush for buffing, a fan brush, a blush brush, or an eyeliner brush. You might be able to use one brush as a multipurpose tool, doubling as a highlighter brush and for your eyeshadow. But most brushes are made to be used with different makeup products for easy application. Find something that you like the texture of and will work well with the products you use.