Anyone who thinks they only have one type of eyeshadow brush is wrong, in fact there are several and each of them has a different effect.
For those who are passionate about makeup, you know that each effect requires a specific type of product and tool. So, when we talk about shading, the right eyeshadow brush can make all the difference when it comes to creating that striking, flawless eye look.
That’s right, the right eyeshadow brush. Because for those who don’t know, there are different types of brushes, each with a specific purpose. What changes is the shape and the bristles, which can help or hinder when creating the perfect shade. If you want to do a smoky eye, the brush has to be the right one for blending. If another is used, the effect may not be the same.
Therefore, to obtain a more refined finish, worthy of a professional, you need to invest in the right accessories. Therefore, today we will learn about the types of shadow brushes and how they should be used depending on the type of shading desired.
shadow brush
Makeup accessories are not difficult to find, you can easily find them in any pharmacy or cosmetics store. Among them, some are more simplistic and others are more elaborate, but most of the time they are very standard.
In these cases, it is common to find only one type of eyeshadow brush, the most common. Because there isn’t much variety, and most brush kits almost always contain the same types of brushes, we don’t even imagine that there are other types. What usually comes in basic brush kits is a depositing brush, and it almost never comes with a blending brush.
Despite having the same function, these two brushes are different, both in modeling and in the purpose of finishing makeup. The depositing brush is the flatter one, while the blending brush comes in a more rounded shape.
Therefore, we will learn more about the characteristics of each of these brushes.
Shadow brush for depositing
This type of eyeshadow brush is the most common and easiest to find. They are the ones with flat bristles, which make them perfect for applying shadow to the eyelids. Any brush kit comes with one of these, but the ideal is to have more than one depositing brush, precisely for applying light and dark shadows, without mixing them.
To apply, whether eyeshadow, pigment or glitter, you need to make light tapping movements and taps, for better shading with this brush. Another way to use the depositing brush is to drag it over the eyelid. However, the result will not be a marked shadow effect. With this technique, you will have a thinner, smoother layer of shadow.
If you’re doing a smoky eye, you can even use a depositing brush. However, to obtain a satisfactory result, you need to be very skilled with brushes. And more than that, for this purpose, the ideal is that the depositing brush has more bristles, and that they are natural and should not be too narrow to help with the application of the shadow. The challenge when blending with this brush is achieve the gradient effect.
Other applications
Furthermore, the depositing brush can also be used for other things, such as marking the crease of the eye. For those who don’t know, the concave is that fold that is over the eyeball, some people have it more defined and others less.
The brush can help make it more pronounced. To do this, you will only use the tips of the bristles, fitting them well into the crease, and making dragging movements from one side to the other while spreading the shadow.
There are several options for this brush on the market, from the simplest and cheapest to the most elaborate and expensive. But know that you can have a good, quality product without spending a lot. However, if you want to invest in a professional brush, major makeup brands have great options.
Eyeshadow brush for blending
The smudging brushes are fluffier, with rounded bristles. In this way, they serve to apply the shadow in a more diffuse and smooth way, which provides the much-desired gradient effect. It is also used to mark the crease, resulting in a smoother effect than using a depositing brush.
To apply eyeshadow with this brush, the ideal is to make a rotating and dragging movement from side to side, delicately. With it, creating a smoky effect is much quicker and easier. If the intention is more coverage, the ideal is to apply the shadow by tapping it lightly.
Although it is not as common as the other brush, this one can also be found easily. The main makeup brands have it in different versions, sizes and prices.
Beveled brush
In addition to the two main ones, there is also a beveled blending brush. This is an additional option for creating a smoky effect.
The beveled brush has the bristles cut diagonally, which makes them much more practical for blending the crease, especially due to its shape that fits perfectly. However, they are not essential brushes. It doesn’t hurt to have them, but they can be easily replaced with another one.
Brush tip
An important detail is the size of the brush, the ideal is to choose one that is a size compatible with your eyelids.
Therefore, if your eyes are smaller, the ideal is a small brush, as a large one would be a hindrance when applying makeup.
For those with larger eyelids, brushes of different sizes can be a help, as they can be used to create different effects. But, if on the larger eye you want to apply the same shadow to the mobile eyelid, the fixed eyelid and the upper eyelid, a small brush isn’t very good, so it’s good to have a variety of sizes.
So, if you want to improve your makeup and invest in different types of brushes, the tip is kits. This is because in a kit the brushes end up being cheaper than buying individually and there are many options for different regions.
Anyway, what did you think of this article? In fact, take the opportunity to also check out 7 types of makeup sponges.
Source: Women’s Almanac
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