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How to Buy Makeup Brushes

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By marthareggie
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Reginald "Reggie" Rodgers

There are many makeup brushes to choose from, for there are all different shapes and sizes. How would you go about in buying makeup brushes? What should you look for? Below are steps to help you buy makeup brushes.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions
  1. Step 1
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    how to buy makeup brushes

    First – realize that you will need several brushes. You will need one, for instance, for powder, one for foundation, one for eye shadow. Dependable on its usage, each brush will be a different size.

  2. Step 2
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    makeup ideas

    Second – consider the bristle of your brushes. You can buy good quality synthetic brush fibers.

  3. Step 3
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    makeup brushes

    Third – test the bristles. Twirl the bristles on your inner wrist. Ask yourself, how the brush feels, soft or rough.

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    makeup brush

    Fourth – spread the brush slightly to see how secure the bristles are, especially noting any stray bristles that have or look about to fall off.

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    how to buy makeup brushes

    Fifth – ask yourself how it feels to hold the brush. Does it fell awkward? Does it feel comfortable and natural?

  6. Step 6
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    makeup tips

    Sixth – inquire to whether the brush is hypoallergenic. This is especially important if you have sensitive skin.

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ringgold said

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on 8/24/2009 Great advice for buying makeup brushes. Many people do not know that there are differences in bristles. I actually use badger hair brushes that cost a little more, but are softer.

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