Brush Series: Eyes

It’s a no brainer that makeup is an expression of Art and Creativity. And as with all artists you need the perfect tools to create a masterpiece but with all the products out in the market it can get overwhelming sometimes and this is where Mixxed comes in handy. Not only do we provide you with the tools we will also be giving you the breakdown on how to use them. How awesome are we?! LOL

Anyway, let’s get it started. We will begin this class with the EYES!

• LID: Look for a natural-bristled brush that is dense yet thin, tapered and medium in length. My favorite way to use this brush is to wet it first with a little water, tap off the excess then dip it in a shadow in swirling motions to create a paste of sorts.  Then swirl it on the back of your hand to perfect the consistency (might have to dip again in the shadow until it is right) and to smooth away any clumps, then sweep it over your entire lid for a more intense effect with longer staying power. ** Note: wetting shadows works best with shimmer or metallics, not matte shades.
• CREASE: Here you’ll want a pointy “bullet-shaped” tapered tip made of natural bristles that fits perfectly in the crease for when you want to create a smoky eye.
• BLENDING: This brush works like a windshield wiper, sweeping back and forth over both the lid and crease to blend all colors together and smooth away any hard edges.  A step that you don’t want to skip, ladies! 
• LINER (PICK ONE FROM THIS ROW): Because there are so many amazing long-lasting gel liners out there now (you know them, they come in smudge pots and have revolutionized eyeliner!), you’ll need a liner brush.  The easiest one to use (for me) is the angled brush.  It’s bent so you can apply it with your eye open while looking in a mirror. 
• BROW: Look for a double-ended brush that has a spooly (looks like a mascara wand) on one end and a slanted brush on the other end so you can brush them up and over before you fill them in with a powder. 
• SMUDGE: This brush evolved in the last few years and quickly has become a favorite of mine! Look for one with a flat head, short and dense natural bristles as it gives you the best precision for smoking out lines.

It might be a lot to take in just one post and one category but once you get the neck of things it will come to you easily. Nonetheless all these are basic use of brushes there are no right or wrong in here so feel free to use them in any way you want. I cannot tell you how many times I have used a blending brush for spot-concealing my blemishes. It’s perfect because it gives an airbrush effect to the spot.

Next time we will tackle some Cheeky brushes, get it?! LOL

Here’s a direct link to our Brushes: Mixxed Brushes

Enjoy your makeup journey and most importantly have fun.

Mwahxxed!