The Only 5 Makeup Brushes You’ll Ever Need

Bella Breakdown The right makeup brushes can make all the difference – here are five you should know about. #1 Eyeshadow Brush – use this small fluffy brush to blend eyeshadow. #2 Angled Brush – use an angled brush to define your eyebrows, then use it to apply eyeliner. #3 Foundation Brush – spread concealer on first, then buff on your foundation. #4 Blush Brush – place bronzer on cheeks, jawline, and temples. Apply blush on the apples of the cheeks. #5 Fan Brush – use a highlighter on cheekbones, forehead and nose....

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The Clever Girl’s Guide to Monthly Makeup Brush Maintenance

  Bella Breakdown Cleaning your makeup brushes is one of the most important part of your makeup routine, that’s why when Bellas tell us they’ve never cleaned their brushes before we’re shocked. Oil and grease can build up along with bacteria, and can go right onto your face every morning. Just squirt a small amount of dish soap into your hand and swirl the brush around in it. The key is using just a drop to avoid drying out the brushes. Rinse very well using warm water, squeezing out any excess and lay the brushes flat to air-dry overnight....

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