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Opt for brushes with natural fibers instead of synthetic fibers.Organic or natural fibers are both softer and more effective.They are actrual hair.They have cuticles which are better at attaching to and holding the pigment on the brush until you apply it to your face.Find cruelty free items if that's important to you.
The softest and most expensive bristles are made from blue squirrel hair.
More affortdable and perfectly acceptable options include:goat,pony and sable.
Synthetic brushes are good for applying liquid makeup like base and concealer,beause they are easier to clean.
You can find a favorite brand and purchase all of your brushes from the same maker,or mix and match to creat a whole set which meets your needs and your budget.
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Find brushes with a dome shaped tip.Dome shaped bristles roll more evenly over your face.Flat brushes create more drag when applying makeup.Thecurved shape makes it easier to control the application of the makeup.
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Invest in high-quality makeup brushes.Natural fiber makeup brushes can get excpensive.The retail price,though,reflects the quality of the product.You can spend that extra money for a brush which could last a lifetime,as long as you take good care of it.
