Want to Make Your Eye Shadow Really Pop?

Master the Blending Technique!

One thing you need is a contrasting shadow, usually applied in the crease, to make your eyes stand out. But if you’ve ever had your crease shadow smear all over your eye, muddying up the whole look by the end of the day, you know that you need precise control to achieve this part of your look with a blending eyeshadow brush.

In order to get intense pigment into the crease without a ton of fallout, you need a brush that will both pick up plenty of color and that will offer a very smooth finish. The best way to do this is with a tapered brush head that has long, firm bristles. You get expert control that pinpoints only where you want the shadow and a well-blended color when you use the pro Blending Brush.

What Is the pro Blending Brush?

This eye shadow brush features long, firm bristles in a fluffy dome shape. The bristles are made of ZGF goat hair with a solid wood handle attached by a double-crimped copper ferrule. It was designed specifically for applying and blending concentrated eye shadow into the crease, but can also be used to blend colors in the outer V, blend eye shadow along the bottom lash line, soften the intensity of lines and edges, and contour the sides the nose.

Why Use the pro Blending Eyeshadow Brush?

The pro Blending Brush offers two main benefits: a completely smooth finish and the ability to really pinpoint where you want your shadow.

The long bristles are perfect for buffing the color to a smooth finish so you get a perfectly blended look every time. Our customers also love the tapered shape for keeping the powder exactly where you want it. And don’t think you can’t use this brush with other products. It also works with creams, mineral makeup, and more.

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How to Buy a Blending Eyeshadow Brush

When you are looking for a blending eyeshadow brush, there are a few things to keep in mind to ensure that you get the best quality. Be sure that the bristles are made of soft fiber, such as the high-quality ZGF goat hair used in the pro Blending Brush. Your eyelid is a very delicate area and you should treat it nicely! Also, be sure that the bristles are firmly attached and won’t shed. We use a double-crimped ferrule to prevent streaking caused by loose fibers.

The next thing to consider is the handle. The solid wood handles of the pro make up brush line are comfortable and offer you just enough weight so that you don’t have to add more pressure to get your makeup looking just right. In fact, with this brush, you’ll want to maintain a light touch for blending and buffing your look to the perfect finish.

Finally, consider what features the brush offers for the job you want it to do. A blending brush should have fluffy bristles in a dome shape that move in order to blend. Look for these characteristics for accomplishing those Instagram-worthy eye shadow looks.

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How to Use the pro Blending Eyeshadow Brush

Using this brush is easy and takes only three steps. Here’s how to get perfectly blended eye shadow in your crease:

1. Dab the brush into your product and swirl to pick up color. Tap off any excess.
2. Place the brush against the outer edge of your crease on the narrow side of the bristles and follow the socket of your eye inward. Swept back and forth in a windshield wiper motion, this brush will both deposit and blend the color.
3. You can blend any harsh lines by using the brush in small circular motions as needed. It’s a good idea to do this between every color change to soften the transition.

How to Care for This Brush

Caring for the pro Blending Eyeshadow Brush is very simple. Every time you use it, give it a quick tap to remove excess makeup and spritz it with your daily face cleanser or a makeup brush cleaner. About once per week, follow these steps for a more thorough cleaning:

STEP 1: Hold the brush with the bristles facing down under running water. Be careful to let the water only touch the bristles, not the handle or the ferrule.

STEP 2: Squeeze out excess makeup and water until the water runs clear.

STEP 3: Put a small drop of mild hand soap, olive oil, or makeup brush cleaner in your palm. Still holding the brush upside down, massage the bristles into the drop of cleanser.

STEP 4: Rinse under the water. Dry with a clean towel and be sure not to let any water drip into the ferrule.

STEP 5: Squeeze out the excess water. Lay the brush to dry with the bristles hanging off the edge of the counter. You can also hang it upside down if you prefer. Let it air dry overnight.

These steps will help you prevent bacteria and grime build up which can cause breakouts and infections.

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Pro Tips

One of the best tips we can offer for this brush is to always hold it at the end of the handle. You need a very light touch to get the perfect blend with the pro Blending Brush and the weighted handle already offers a bit of pressure. Just use this brush lightly along the crease or any area where you plan to use it.

You can also use it to blend and smudge your liner under the bottom lash line for that perfect slept-in smoky eye look. Anytime you want to soften an edge that got a bit too sharp for your look, just whip out this brush and carefully buff.

“Crease brush size is a matter of personal preference. If you have hooded peepers like me (check out my eye makeup tips), opt for a brush that’s quite tapered or domed so you can maneuver it above your normal crease or “hood”to create the illusion of depth. This triumvirate set had me in mind. I use the black and white crease brush interchangeably to build a higher crease, then use the fluffier tapered brush to blend and/ or add dimensional shade. The white brush bristles were initially pokey(ish) but became softer after washing. Happy camper I was.”

Try It Risk Free

The pro Blending Brush Brush is our answer to softer, more romantic eye looks. If you love experimenting with shadow and everyday looks, we know you’ll adore this brush. You can try it for 30 days with no risk at all. If you don’t love it, you can get a full refund with no questions asked.

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