When to Use a Stippling Brush

 When to Use a Stippling Brush

There are two kinds of girls in this world: those who apply their face products with brushes, and those who prefer to use a sponge. Both types of tools have a place in our makeup bag, because at the end of the day, all makeup comes off — but there are definitely certain products that work better with specific tools.

So what is a stippling brush different from other makeup brushes? It’s a 2-in-1 brush, featuring a 3:2 ratio of tightly packed short bristles in the center, and longer, more flexible bristles around the perimeter.

This combo of short and long bristles allows this brush to build coverage beautifully, while blurring harsh lines that would give all our beauty secrets away. The density at the center packs on color for hiding blemishes, or just adding that extra color payoff where needed. The light outer bristles are great for blending, smoothing, and creating a seamless, airbrushed look.

When choosing a stippling brush, opt for a vegan, cruelty-free brush. Vegan brushes aren’t just humane, they’re also more sanitary. Synthetic, cruelty-free brushes won’t cause the same bacterial growths as animal-fur brushes, which means less surprise breakouts and irritation for you. Basically, a win-win for animals and you!

Stippling Brush + Powder Makeup

To use What is a stippling brush with powder products, first press the brush into the powder, then press and tap into the skin, concentrating movement in the areas where you want the most color payoff. To blend out, you can use the edges of this brush in light flicking motions. In seconds, you’ll have blurred, softer looking skin with a natural flush of color or a subtle amount of coverage looking like we #wokeuplikethis.

Stippling Brush + Cream Makeup

A good stippling brush can really make products with a cream consistency shine. That’s because cream products are solid enough to press the brush directly into the product, but heavy enough that excess product doesn’t transfer onto the brush. It can also be more difficult to blend creamy products into your skin; leaving your makeup looking unfinished or, *gasp* amateur (ouch!).

Conclusion:

We don’t know about you, but the stippling motions we use when applying makeup with this brush actually make us feel like professional makeup artists. Use your nifty stippling brush to fake the look of airbrushed skin, to rival those Instagram makeup moguls. What formula do you like to pair with this brush, and why? Share your photos on Instagram using the hashtags #100percentpure and #nodirtybeauty. Don’t forget to check out our Cruelty-Free Makeup Brush Guide for more makeup artist-worthy tips!