I spent way too long buying random brushes and sponges that just collected dust. This is the lineup I actually use now and what I recommend to friends who ask me what to get.
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Nice Brush Sets 🖌️
Starter Brushes + Lip
For Beginners
Sponge Heaven 🧽
Tools That Pull It Together
Finishing Touches
Nice Brush Sets 🖌️
I used to think expensive brushes were a scam until I tried a decent set. The difference in how foundation blends is wild.
the 14-piece set is SO worth it. soft bristles and the storage bag is perfect for travel
Luxury Brand 14-piece Professional Makeup Brush Set Soft
honestly not makeup but I grabbed this for my car AC and it works. random but useful 😂
This Must Have Adaptation Set Makes It Effortless To Bring
these are for Halloween costumes lol. the vampire fangs are fun for parties, not actual makeup
Script Killing Makeup Accessories Vampire Fangs for
this mini set lives in my purse. great for touch-ups when I'm out
8Pcs Mini Makeup Brush Set, Foundation Blush Eyeshadow
not makeup either but the building block bouquet is a cute gift idea. looks great on my shelf
Creative Building Block Bouquet Set，DIY Botanical
Starter Brushes + Lip
If you're just getting into makeup or need a solid travel set, start here. I wish someone told me this stuff existed sooner.
five brushes for under seven bucks. the eyeliner pen alone is worth it 💕
5 sets of makeup brushes, sickle eyeliner pen, angled fine
tiny sponges that blend concealer perfectly. I buy these in bulk now
1/10PCS Colorful Mini Foundation Sponge Travel Protable
the flat-head concealer brush set changed how my foundation looks. no creasing all day
A must-read for beginners! Flat-head foundation Concealer
this lip gloss is so hydrating. I wear it daily, even on lazy no-makeup days
Herorange Hydrating Mirror Lip Gloss Dual Use Lip Care
splurge pick but wow the quality. soft bristles, no caking, beautiful storage bag
Luxury Brand Makeup Brush Set Suitable for Face and Eyes
For Beginners
When I first started doing my own makeup I had NO idea what brushes to use. These made it way less intimidating.
eight brushes in a cute PU case for basically nothing. just get it
Professional Full Face Makeup Brush Set 8 PCS Soft
mini sponges that work wet or dry. toss a few in your bag
1/10PCS Mini Foundation Sponge Set Dry and Wet Lightwear
I use these fluffy brushes for eyeshadow blending and they're surprisingly good
Foundation Blush Powder Eyeshadow Makeup Brushes Blending
the cartoon bucket set is adorable and actually functional 🎀
Cute Cartoon Character Kuromi Makeup Brush Set, 8-in-1
double-headed brushes are genius for beginners. one end for shadow, one for concealer
Practical Five Upgraded Sets Of Combination Double Head
Sponge Heaven 🧽
I went through a phase where I tried every sponge on the market. These are the ones I kept repurchasing.
the purple unicorn brushes are so pretty. my niece keeps trying to steal them
5-10pcs Purple Unicorn Makeup Brushes Set Eye Shadow
mini sponges in every color. I keep different ones for different products
1/10PCS Mini Foundation Sponge Set Lightwear Dry and Wet
same double-head set as before but I use this backup set at home
Practical Five Upgraded Sets Of Combination Double Head
these dry-and-wet puffs blend foundation like a dream
1/10PCS Mini Foundation Sponge Set Dry and Wet Colorful
triangle sponges for eight cents? they actually work great for under-eye concealer
All-in-One Triangle Makeup Sponge Set 1-30Pcs Optimal for
Tools That Pull It Together
Nobody talks about the little tools that make everything easier. Spatulas, palettes, mirrors. They matter more than you think.
foundation brush plus mixing palette in one set. so handy
Multi-use Makeup Tool Combo Set 2/4Pcs Foundation Brush
these tiny silicone spatulas get every last drop out of bottles. no more waste 🙌
3Pcs Silicone Spatula Set Double-Headed Scraper Cosmetic
the Hello Kitty mirror is the cutest thing on my desk. folds flat for travel too
Cute Hello Kitty Flipping Mirror, Desktop Makeup Mirror for
more mini sponges because honestly you can never have enough
1/10PCS Mini Foundation Sponge Set Dry and Wet Colorful
big fluffy blush brush that makes contouring actually easy
Portable Blush Brush & Powder Puff Set, Large Round Head
Finishing Touches
The extras that round everything out. Earrings, mirrors, one more brush set because why not.
cute earring set for when you want to switch up your look after doing makeup
18-Piece Multi-Textured Mixed Fashion Earring Jewelry Set
tiny foldable mirror with a comb built in. lives in my jacket pocket
1/3Pcs Portable Foldable cartoon Small Mirror with Travel
last sponge set I swear. these ones are great for setting powder
1/10PCS Mini Foundation Sponge Set Lightwear Dry and Wet
fluorescent green brush set that's weirdly good quality for the price 💚
Alibaba
foundation brush plus puff plus spatula. the whole application kit for under a dollar
Seamless Makeup Tool Set Foundation Brush Powder Puff
