Favorite Makeup Brushes
Makeup artist Lauren Luke explains how to use brushes to apply makeup like a professional from her book Lauren Luke Looks.
By Lauren Luke
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Blender Brush
My favorite brush. Nice and fluffy with great bristles that create a multitude of effects.
![Angled eyeliner brush Angled eyeliner brush](/g/image-resizer?width=670&link=https://static.oprah.com/images/style/201006/20100615-lauren-luke-angled-eyeliner-brush-600x411.jpg)
Angled Eyeliner Brush
This has lots of uses. It's great for applying eyeliner along the top and bottom lash lines and also for working on the eyebrows.
![Eyeshadow brush Eyeshadow brush](/g/image-resizer?width=670&link=https://static.oprah.com/images/style/201006/20100615-lauren-luke-eyeshadow-brush-600x411.jpg)
Eyeshadow Brush
Great for dabbing eyeshadow directly onto the eyelid. It's a good shape and gives controlled application and good coverage.
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Foundation Brush
I use this every time. There are different sizes: The larger one covers a bigger area and works on the cheeks and jawline, and the smaller one allows more control and works best around the eyes and chin.
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Blusher Brush
An indispensable, soft-bristle brush that is just the right size for more controlled coverage of blushers and bronzers.
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Stippling Brush
Probably the most versatile brush there is. Use to apply liquid foundation, cream blush, powder blush, bronzer and basically anything you can think of!
![Fluffy brush Fluffy brush](/g/image-resizer?width=670&link=https://static.oprah.com/images/style/201006/20100615-lauren-luke-fluffy-brush-600x411.jpg)
Fluffy Brush
This short, flat brush is good for applying blush and bronzer.
![Squared eyeliner brush Squared eyeliner brush](/g/image-resizer?width=670&link=https://static.oprah.com/images/style/201006/20100615-lauren-luke-squared-eyeliner-brush-600x411.jpg)
Squared Eyeliner Brush
Also very useful for applying color to the upper and lower lash lines, for creating a smoky effect and for work on the eyebrows.
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Published 06/15/2010