Monday, October 6, 2008

Makeup Powder Brushes - Guide for Best Uses


There are so many choices in Powder Makeup brushes. It can be difficult in choosing what kind of makeup brush you need. It really comes down to a matter of personal choice. It is about what you prefer for yourself. And what your makeup needs are. This is a quick guide to the two types of powder brush shapes or styles available.

Rounded or Dome Brush
There is the rounded brush also called a dome brush. This type is used in a buffing motion since in is symmetrical all around.

The other type of makeup brush is the

Tapered, paddle or chiseled style of brush.
This brush is best to be used in a sweeping method or dusting method. This brush is basically a rounded brush which has been pressed to flatten the base making it like a paddle see image above.