Hey Queen! You may be reading this because you don’t know much about makeup brushes and want to learn, or you may be reading this because you want to know where to find the good stuff for a flawless eyeshadow application. Either way, you have come to the right place!
This guide is designed to help you find the right eyeshadow brushes from the large selection of F.A.R.A.H brushes to curate a makeup brush kit for your eyeshadow needs. From single brushes to brush sets, we have all of your brush needs covered. xoxo, the F.A.R.A.H Team.
F.A.R.A.H's Pick for Single Eyeshadow Brushes
Brush sets aren't for everyone, and that's okay! So here are some single brushes if you're looking for a variety of different styles and types of makeup brushes.
1. Tapered Blending Brush 35E - Gold Collection
The OG's know that 35E from the Gold Collection is the most versatile eyeshadow brush out there. With this brush, be prepared for the 3 F's: Foolproof blending, Fluffy bristles, and a Flawless eyeshadow look.
How to use this brush:
- Use it for applying a base shade of eyeshadow in sweeping motions over the eyelid or in the crease.
- Use it for packing eyeshadow onto your eyelid.
- Or you can use it for other parts of your makeup, like for concealer blending or highlighter application.
2. Large Blender Brush 25EL
The Large Blender Brush 25EL is another exclusive Ipsy favorite. This brush is the shorter version of the 35E, giving it a more packed feature which allows it to blend eyeshadow with more ease.
How to use this brush:
- Use to blend out eyeshadow on the lid in circular motions.
- Use to smudge eyeshadow on the waterline.
- Use for blending eyeshadow in the crease.
3. Shade and Blend 22E
The dual-ended Shade and Blend 22E is a necessity for your makeup brush collection. 22E has two ends: a brush head with a fluffy end and a brush head with a short end, perfect for completing an eyeshadow look with just one brush.
How to use this brush:
- Use the flatter end of this brush for many different eyeshadow techniques, such as patting eyeshadow onto your lid, or even a cut-crease look.
- The fluffier end can be used for blending out eyeshadow on the crease.
4. Short Shading Brush 45E
The next brush you need in your collection is the Short Shading Brush 45E makes for the perfect brush for adding pigment onto your eyelids. It is the optimal brush for a thick and even eyeshadow application. AND... you can get it in whatever color you'd like!
How to use this brush:
- Use this brush to add eyeshadow to your lids directly and evenly.
- This brush can be used to add glitter nicely on the lid.
5. Eyeliner Brush 05E
Last, but very much so not least, the final brush you need in a beginner-friendly essential brush kit is the Eyeliner Brush 05E. This is the perfect detail brush that can be used for eyeliner and so much more. You can also get this brush in different colors!
How to use this brush:
- Use this brush for your eyeliner, using a pot or powder eyeliner, dip the brush and glide it along your waterline or the top of your eyelid.
- Use this brush for inner corner highlight.
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