This document provides tips for applying makeup using brushes. It describes 5 basic brush types: blush brush, eyeliner brush, eye shadow brush, lip brush, and face powder brush. It emphasizes the importance of using the right brush for each application to achieve a natural look. The document concludes by recommending that brushes be washed weekly and that animal hair brushes are the best investment as they last longer and hold their shape better.

2. Just think about it. All over the world, at any given time,
everywhere in fact, the same thing happens. Young or
old, somebody is sure to be getting ready to go out for an
evening. Like us, they too make the effort. In anticipation
of fun and relaxation, we all strive to look our best. Some
plan ahead. Others miraculously move with speed and
accomplish much in a short time. One way or another, an
enjoyable evening out starts with preparation. We wash
away the cares of the day and choose our favourite
clothes appropriate to the occasion to look well. Last but
not least, we tackle the important factor of applying make
up. Once the domain of artists and the like, fine brushes
in great assortment are readily available these days for
applying makeup, making the task much easier. Makeup
brushes are indispensable.

3. Before you begin that makeup session, here are some
essential makeup brush application tips to consider.
There are five popular and basic types which will assist
you greatly. Start with a blush brush. This brush will be
slightly tilted so you can apply the blush into the hollow
of your cheek. Many like to put blush on the apple of the
cheek and this is good but be certain that it's right for
you. It is best to do the hollow of your cheek first and
then if you want a little more brightness, highlight the
apple of your cheek. Smile and the apple of your cheek
appears! Study others and you can easily locate it too; it
will be the area which becomes colored on exercise or
excitement which both draw colour to the cheeks.

4. Your next brush is a high quality eyeliner brush. This brush
should be very thin at the tip and slim in length. This will
help reach between the lashes and the outer corner of the
eye. Eyeliner applied correctly can define the attractive
aspect of your eyes. Be sure to have a reliable eye shadow
brush. This brush should have a flat edge so you can get
into the crease of the eye and corners. The brush will also
be used to blend colors together and should be soft and
pliable. Use color to emphasize the color of your eyes. For
example, green eyes are beautiful, when pink, plum or
light brown shades of shadow are applied. The color of
your shadow should never be the same color as your eyes.
Gold or bronze can also accentuate the color of your eyes,
bring them alive. Experiment with the many colors
offered.

5. Let's not forget the lips. Your lip brush will also be thin at
the tip, so your lipstick can flow with the shape of your
lips. After all we want the entire face looking beautiful by
focusing attention on the very best of the features given.
This brush can also be used for lip liner if you decide to
use it. Remember your liner should be close to the
lipstick shade as not to stand out and look like a
deliberate outline.

6. Another makeup brush application tip is to use a full brush
for all over application of face powder, highlighter or
shimmer. This brush should be a full fat brush. If you
decide to put shimmer on after applying your makeup,
use this brush and be sure to tap off any excess. Use
makeup sparingly is a good motto to follow, both for the
face and your purse.

7. Nothing comes without some effort. It is very important that
you keep your brushes clean. They should be washed
weekly with mild soapy water and be sure to rinse well and
lay flat to dry; this helps keep their shape. Brushes for every
aspect of applying make up definitely help us in painting a
natural look clever people can achieve by using tips gleaned
from the experience of others and practice. There is one
more makeup brush application tip you need to know;
those brushes made from animal hair are your best
investment. They may cost a little more, but they brushes
last much longer and hold their shape better.

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