Makeup Artists Swear by These Makeup Brushes for Beginners and Pros

Ask any professional to weigh in about the best makeup brushes for foundation, concealer, blush, and more, and they’ll probably say it’s personal. “As a makeup artist, I’m kind of equal parts fingers and brushes, but with brushes that’s where the refinement comes in,” says celebrity makeup artist Rachel Goodwin. “When you start using the right brush, the look quickly goes from regular to professional looking.” Think of chefs and their knives: Same idea here but a lot prettier. Oftentimes we, as beauty-loving nonprofessionals, focus on the flash of all the cheek-enhancing blushes, eye-catching shadows, and sculpting bronzers. But what would our fave beauty products be without their meticulous application? It doesn’t matter whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro: Brushes are necessary for an amazing makeup look. And the good news is that the majority of makeup artists say you only need four to five key picks in your tool kit (more on that later). Below, we asked a panel of pros and...