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Makeup Brushes and their uses: Step-by-Step Guide to Every Brush in Your Makeup Routine

Learn how to use every makeup brush in your kit for a flawless, professional-looking finish.

Avanti Dalal-Mehta

Avanti Dalal-Mehta

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Ever wondered why your foundation looks streaky one day and airbrushed the next? It all comes down to one thing: your makeup brushes. Using the right tools can transform your entire look, blending and diffusing makeup for a seamless finish that fingers or sponges can't always achieve. Whether you're just starting out or levelling up your skills, understanding makeup brushes and their uses is the secret to professional-looking results.

In this guide, we'll break down different types of makeup brushes and their uses, from face to eyes and lips, plus how to use them step by step. You'll also learn how to pick the right brush set, avoid common mistakes, and keep your tools clean and lasting longer.

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Avanti Dalal-Mehta

Avanti Dalal-Mehta

Sr. Copywriter, BB Team

Avanti Dalal-Mehta is a beauty editor with over 10 years of experience crafting compelling content across the beauty, health, and wellness space. In past roles and in her current work, she specialises in storytelling across mediums-from editorial features to UX copy and brand strategy. Her work has appeared in Vogue, The Nod, and The Established. When she's not writing about skin or strategy, she's probably trying a new face mask or lifting weights. Connect with her on LinkedIn or Instagram.

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