STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL| 8 February 2016 LAST REVIEWED BY Shashi SITE Women ARTICLE TYPE Slide Show CATEGORY Beauty Counter DATE SUBMITTED 7th May DATE TO BE PUBLISHED 10th May TITLE The 10 Essential Makeup Brushes Every Woman Should Own SUBTITLE[OPTIONAL] BYLINE Gracie Stewart URL SLUG top-ten-makeup-brushes-for-blush-contouring-foundation-concealer-bronzer SEO TITLE The 10 Essential Makeup Brushes To Own | Style.com/Arabia SEO DESCRIPTION These makeup brushes will cover all your beauty needs, from applying foundation, to contouring and putting on eyeshadow. TAGS Best makeup brushes, makeup tools, eyeshadow, foundation, bronzer, powder BODY COPY Insert: Christopher Kane The number of makeup brushes(1) that exist on the market for a single makeup product, technique, or finish can be overwhelming, especially when you have to decide on a specific shape, material, and brand. We’ve got you covered. There’s no need to carry around an arsenal of brushes in every shape and size; just invest in the right makeup brushes to help create a flawless makeup look (2) and save money in the long run by using fewer products. When it comes to selecting the brush’s material, it’s important to keep in mind that natural brushes are better for dry products, like blush and eyeshadow, and synthetic brushes are best suited for cream or liquid products, like concealer and foundation. Here’s our edit of the ten essential makeup brushes that every woman should own. Slide 1 The Foundation Stippling Brush The foundation stippling brush is perfect for those who want full coverage as the large flat head is specifically made for dabbing the formula onto the face. This technique assures that there are no streaks in the foundation. Star Product: M.A.C Cosmetics Style.com/Arabia Page | 1 STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL| 8 February 2016 187 Duo fibre face US $42; AED/SAR 154 www.maccosmetics.com http://www.maccosmetics.com/product/146/772/Products/Brushes/Face/187-Duo-Fibre-Face-Brush/index.tmpl Slide 2 The Concealer Brush When applying concealer, a concealer brush helps keep all the oil and dirt from the hands off the face. Dab the concealer brush into the concealer, and using downward motions, apply gently to the face until it’s well-blended. Star Product: Marc Jacobs Beauty The Conceal-Full cover correcting brush no. 14 US $30; AED/SAR 110 www.sephora.com http://www.sephora.com/the-conceal-full-cover-correcting-brush-14-P384921?skuId=1581776 Slide 3 The Powder Brush Powder helps you from looking oily or shiny and is applied after foundation. Using a light sweeping motion, apply pressed or loose powder with the brush all over the face. Star Product: Make Up For Ever 124 Powder kabuki brush US $52; AED/SAR 191 www.sephora.com http://www.sephora.com/124-powder-kabuki-brush-P382383?skuId=1536150 Slide 4 The Angled Blush Brush Apply the blush to your brush and tap in a perpendicular motion from your temple down to the apple of your cheek. The color can be applied directly onto your cheekbone or slightly below it. Star Product: Sephora Collection Pro angled blush brush #49 US $32; AED/SAR 117 www.sephora.com http://www.sephora.com/pro-angled-blush-brush-49-P313016?skuId=1419449 Slide 5 Style.com/Arabia Page | 2 STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL| 8 February 2016 The Bronzer Brush Bronzer should be applied along the hairline in small sweeping, back and forth motions. Work your way down through the temple on each side and underneath the cheekbone, finishing at the jawbone. Star Product: Bobbi Brown Bronzer brush US $54; AED/SAR 198 www.bobbibrowncosmetics.com http://www.bobbibrowncosmetics.com/product/13995/7783/Brushes-Tools/Bronzer-Brush Slide 6 The Eyeshadow Brush An essential tool for sweeping color over the eyelids, a good eyeshadow brush picks and deposits the perfect amount of pigment to create a polished look. Star Product: Nars Eye Shadow Brush #40 US $32; AED/SAR 117 www.sephora.com http://www.sephora.com/eye-shadow-brush-40-P386049 Slide 7 The Domed Eyeshadow Brush The domed eyeshadow brush is ideal for applying stronger colors on both the top and bottom lids. It’s also the go-to brush for applying a shimmery shadow to the inner corner of your eye. Star Product: Tom Ford Smokey eye brush US $52; AED/SAR 191 www.tomford.com http://www.tomford.com/smokey-eye-brush/T0W2-01-0001.html Slide 8 The Eyebrow Brush When perfecting your eyebrows, always brush up and out with an eyebrow brush. This will soften the brow, remove any excess product, and open up your eyes. Star Product: Style.com/Arabia Page | 3 STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL| 8 February 2016 Giorgio Armani Eye maestro eye brush US $32; AED/SAR 117 www.sephora.com http://www.sephora.com/eye-maestro-eye-brush-P393723?skuId=1638105 Slide 9 The Contouring Brush The art of contouring is not an easy one to master, which is why it’s important to use tools that make the process easier. Choose an angled brush that meets all your contouring needs and helps create a flawless finish. Star Product: Tarte The slenderizer bamboo contour brush US $34; AED/SAR 125 www.sephora.com http://www.sephora.com/the-slenderizer-bamboo-contouring-brushP385763?skuId=1605062&icid2=contouring_lp_brushes_carousel_p385763 Slide 10 The Beauty Blender Not a brush per se, this beauty tool lets you access hard-to-reach areas, like the sides of the nose and the innermost corners of the eye. You can use it with primers, foundations, and a number of other makeup products. Star Product: Beautyblender The original beautyblender US $16; AED/SAR 58 www.sephora.com http://www.sephora.com/beautyblender-P228913?skuId=1151869 Links Hyperlink 1:http://arabia.style.com/beauty/beauty-counter/makeup-applicator-kabuki-brush-chanel/ http://arabia.style.com/ar/beauty_ar/%D8%A3%D8%AE%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%B1%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AC%D9%85%D8%A7%D9%84/%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%83%D8%B4%D9%81%D8%B9%D9%86-%D9%81%D8%B1%D8%B4%D8%A7%D8%A9%D9%83%D8%A7%D8%A8%D9%88%D9%83%D9%8A/ Hyperlink 2:http://arabia.style.com/beauty/beauty-guide/best-beauty-products-flawless-skin-by-gregoris-pyrpylis-fashionweek/ http://arabia.style.com/ar/beauty_ar/%D8%AF%D9%84%D9%8A%D9%84%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AC%D9%85%D8%A7%D9%84/%D8%A3%D9%81%D8%B6%D9%84%D9%85%D8%B3%D8%AA%D8%AD%D8%B6%D8%B1%D8%A7%D8%AA%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AA%D8%AC%D9%85%D9%8A%D9%84-%D9%84%D8%A8%D8%B4%D8%B1%D8%A9%D8%A8%D9%84%D8%A7-%D8%B9%D9%8A%D9%88%D8%A8-%D9%85/ Style.com/Arabia Page | 4 STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL| 8 February 2016 FACEBOOK TITLE The Edit: Ten Essential Makeup Brushes That Every Woman Should Own FACEBOOK DESCRIPTION These makeup brushes will cover all your beauty needs, from applying foundation, to contouring and putting on eyeshadow. 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