Best types of makeup brushes

19 November 2023
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Best types of makeup brushes

Certainly, the method of applying makeup using the appropriate tool is a very important factor in making it professional. A woman can use the best international products from the most famous brands and be skilled, but the lack of the best types of makeup brushes gives a negative result that affects the previous factors. Therefore, you, madam, should review all the brushes from the Christine store .


Best types of makeup brushes

No makeup bag is complete without the brushes for applying cosmetics such as blush, lipstick and eyeshadow colors, which require the best types of makeup brushes to apply them properly.

Other basic products such as powder, primer, and foundation all have their own dedicated brushes. After realizing the great importance of the brush for the makeup application process, we will mention the most important basic brushes and their uses.


Brushes for applying lipstick and powder

It could be a single brush or a set of brushes that can be used to apply blush, foundation, and concealer. This is what Christine offers: high-quality brushes at affordable prices. A prime example is the powder brush - CH0249 - which features the following:

  • The bristles of that brush must be soft and dense, in order to hold the appropriate amount of cream or powder sufficient to color the face and cheeks.
  • It must be soft to the touch on the skin, so that it does not cause any harm to it, especially if it is of the sensitive type that may be easily scratched by a rough brush or become inflamed.
  • Made from medical fibers that are easy to clean and can be used safely, they are safe for the skin.
  • Easy cleaning is essential, especially if used frequently. Every day, women apply powder and foundation, as they represent the basics of taking care of their appearance, even if they do not apply full makeup.

eyebrow brushes

Eyebrow shaping is an art, no less important than drawing the eye itself, so here's a tip for you, ladies, whether your eyebrows are thin or thick: try the CH213 eyebrow shaping brush .

  • One of the brush heads that is appropriate for eyebrow hair, in terms of thickness and length, should be used.
  • Never use a hairbrush on your eyebrows, as this causes dandruff to transfer to them, and it is also unsuitable for the nature of eyebrow hair.
  • Cleaning your eyebrow brush is essential, and ideally at least once a week.

Assorted brush bag

  • You, madam, should have a bag that includes a collection of the best types of large and small makeup brushes, with multiple uses.
  • It is preferable not to use any brush for more than one product. This is to preserve the lifespan of all the brushes; for example, an eyebrow brush should be used only for eyebrows, and a foundation brush for other products.

eyeshadow brushes

  • They are small, pointed brushes, for coloring the eyelids.
  • Its front is made of soft sponge for applying all types of matte, shimmer, and glitter eyeshadows.


Which is better, a synthetic or natural toothbrush?

A perplexing question that every woman faces when thinking about buying the best types of makeup brushes is whether they are classified according to price, the fibers they are made of, or is it enough to consider the name of the international brand printed on them? There are several opinions on this matter:


  • German beauty expert Patrick Maldings says that a natural brush is absolutely the best for several reasons.
  • But today, with the great progress in the mattress industry, there is no longer a big difference between natural and synthetic mattresses, because synthetic fibers have become close to natural ones in terms of quality and strength.
  • It is worth noting that applying blush to the cheeks, according to some beauty experts, requires a stiff brush capable of highlighting and defining the cheekbones.
  • Likewise, when rejuvenating the face, it is also preferable to use a strong mask to define facial features and chin bones.
  • Natural brushes have bristles made of squirrel or goat hair and have an outer coating that absorbs makeup such as eyeshadow powder and blush.
  • As for synthetic brushes, they are made of nylon or polyester material that blends liquid cosmetics together."
  • A good brush is able to blend colors smoothly, and it is preferable to use an angled brush for contouring the face - CH060 from Christine, with its soft, dense bristles, and variety of the finest international materials, at a price of only 21.25 riyals.



Is a beauty blender better than brushes?

The sponge tool called the Beauty Blender has become an essential makeup tool. Although it is practical and convenient, it cannot compare to the advantages of the best makeup brushes, but it does have some advantages such as:

  • It is inexpensive, so you can buy more than one piece, one for foundation, another for powder, and so on.
  • The blender's curved shape is designed to fit comfortably in the palm of your hand, so it is easy and comfortable to use, and does not require extensive experience.
  • It is easy to wash, so it can be used multiple times.
  • Some of its tips are smooth, while others are pointed for applying cosmetics in any narrow space, such as the eyelids.

Important tips for maintaining your brush

Today, with rising prices, it has become difficult to repeatedly purchase the best types of makeup brushes of various kinds every so often, and knowing the proper way to maintain them for a longer period is the appropriate solution to the rapid increase in prices.

The best way to preserve makeup brushes for a longer period can be summarized in the following points;

  • Wash it thoroughly and regularly until it is completely free of all traces of color and powder.
  • An acidic cleaner is added that penetrates and cleans the brushes, and baby shampoo and warm water can also be added.
  • It must be dried thoroughly after cleaning, and not left wet, so that it does not become hard and break.
  • Place it in a box specifically designed for it to protect it from dust and moisture, to protect the skin from infection and germs.
  • Use brushes gently while applying makeup, to keep the skin and the brush bristles neat and prevent them from scattering and breaking.
  • Use according to the purpose for which it is intended, as a pointed brush is handled differently from a sharp or slanted one, and so on.

How to apply foundation with a brush

The first layer of makeup applied to the face after moisturizing is primer or foundation, and then the remaining products are applied on top of it. Therefore, it is the most important layer, and not blending it well using the best types of makeup brushes affects the other layers.

Therefore, we will explain how to apply it using a 3-piece brush set – CH 233 from Christine's store.

  • It is essential to choose the right shade of foundation for your skin tone.
  • Apply small amounts, about the size of a lentil, all over the face.
  • Hold the end of the brush and distribute and blend those dots evenly all over the skin.
  • We start from the middle of the face and move outwards, focusing on the sides of the nose and the darker areas of the skin.
  • Concealer can be used with the same brush in sensitive areas such as around the eyes and mouth, and you can try blending it with the foundation.
  • Powder must be applied to set the cream.
  • The brush can blend all types of foundation creams, whether powder, liquid or cream, each has a specific type of brush.
  • After that, we wash the brush thoroughly and dry it, and it can be used to apply powder and blush.

In conclusion, the great importance of using the best types of makeup brushes has become clear, and their role in producing makeup in the desired form. These can be easily obtained from the Christine store by ordering the product online from the website.