How to build a professional makeup brush set for less than $60

They say an artist is only as good as her tools.  This may or may not be true, but it's nearly impossible to be a make-up artist without having a dedicated set of brushes for clients.  I've put together a list of my favorite brushes and tell you how to build this set from using high-quality vegan brushes.

Brushes you will need:

• 1 foundation brush
• 1 concealer brush
• 1 combination brow brush/lash comb
• 3-4 assorted eyeshadow brushes
• 2 angled liner brushes
• 1 blush brush
• 1 powder brush
• 3-4 lip brushes

How to build this kit using EcoTools:

• 1 foundation brush ($6)
• 1 bamboo 6-piece brush set ($15) - includes a concealer brush, a brow/lash comb, , an eye shading brush, an angled liner brush, and a blush brush.
• 1 bamboo eye brush set ($8) - includes assorted eyeshadow brushes
• 1 angled liner brush ($4)
• 1 mineral brush set ($11) - another fantastic eyeshadow brush; use the larger powder brush for blush
• 1 retractable kabuki brush ($8) - the best powder brush
• 1 set of mini brushes ($4) - lip brushes
• Total: $56

 If you're not wild about EcoTools, you can also build or purchase a quality brush set for less than $60 from Crown Brush.  They utilize animal and synthetic hair in their brushes.

Thinking about going pro? Check out my book, The Mercenary Makeup Artist: Breaking into the Business with Style.

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