Even as a makeup lover, navigating the world of makeup products can be difficult as it is, but factoring in which makeup tools and brushes to apply them with is a whole different ball game. Even if you know about the importance of using the latter&#;and are familiar with all the different types of makeup brushes&#;you may not be in-tune with the differences between synthetic and natural makeup brushes. Don&#;t worry, though, that&#;s where we come in. Ahead, we&#;re breaking down what you need to know about natural and synthetic makeup brush options so that you can decide which is the best for you.
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In short, neither natural or synthetic makeup brushes are better than the other. But wait, keep reading! As with most things, it all comes down to personal preference, but what you plan to use the makeup brush for is also a factor. You may even find that it&#;s worth having both natural and synthetic brushes in your collection. To further explain the difference between the two (and help you determine which option is best for your daily makeup routine), allow us to deep-dive into both types of brushes.
As you can probably guess, a natural makeup brush is made with natural hairs that are usually brown or tan in color. These hairs are typically ones that animals like horses, goats, and squirrels have shed. Because they&#;re made with natural hair, they feel especially soft and luxurious against your skin. This can make them an ideal option for those with sensitive skin, as the brush won&#;t cause irritation. The bristles typically spread out easily when in use, allowing for a seamless, well-blended finish. That said, if you have any allergies to animals, you should probably steer clear.
On the flip side, a synthetic makeup brush is made with&#;you guessed it&#;fake hairs. This can cause them to feel slightly less luxurious against your skin, but the brand of brush also plays a factor in this. Nowadays, there are plenty of ultra-soft synthetic options available. And since they aren&#;t made from real hair, you also won&#;t have to worry about allergies to brush hair, or stray bristles making their way into your makeup look. Natural makeup brushes, however, can shed&#;just as the animals the hairs are collected from. You may find a hair or two mixed into your expertly applied foundation when you look in the mirror.
Additionally, since they&#;re made with natural hair, these brushes tend to absorb oils, which makes them a better option for applying powder-based products like eyeshadow, blush, and bronzer. This absorption can also add some extra hassle to your brush cleaning routine and can result in a higher potential for breakouts if you don&#;t properly clean your brushes of liquid and cream formulas. Synthetic bristles won&#;t absorb your oily products, which can make them easier to clean. This also makes them a top pick for liquid and cream makeup products, including foundation, concealer, and even eyeliner.
For powder products like L&#;Oréal Paris Infallible Up to 24H Fresh Wear in a Powder, matte finish, a natural hair brush may be the way to go. Creamy formulas like L&#;Oréal Paris Infallible Pro-Matte Foundation may be better suited to a synthetic brush.
You&#;ll likely find that a synthetic makeup brush is on the more affordable side compared to a natural makeup brush, since it&#;s much easier to mass-produce. So your budget will also influence which way you sway whether you&#;re buying a foundation brush, blush brush, or brush for eye makeup. At the end of the day it all comes down to your preferences and your routine.
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In the age of so-called &#;clean&#; beauty, the word synthetic has become something of a dirty word compared to natural. Synthetic ingredients and fibres (like those used to create makeup brushes) are by their very nature imitations of the real deal, but that doesn&#;t mean they&#;re second rate. In fact, they&#;re quite the opposite.
Synthetic materials also allow us to create things for purpose, in a way that&#;s bigger and better than nature provides. For example, we know that makeup brushes don&#;t grow on trees, and synthetic brushes have been tailor-made to ensure they deliver a satisfyingly streak-free finish and are resilient enough to withstand daily use.
There are ethics around natural brushes to ponder too. For most people to consider a product as natural, elements of it need to have come from the earth. And while on first glance that makes natural products feel planet-friendly, there is an impact on aspects of agriculture, like animals and farming, to create them. This raises questions around the ethics of animal welfare and sustainability when it comes to producing natural products. Synthetic brushes may come from man-made fibres, but if they work and last well, their longevity can offset worries around sustainability. It&#;s a little bit like the fast fashion dilemma. Only invest in quality clothing that you love and you&#;ll naturally buy less.
There are a number of reasons why synthetic makeup brushes have the upper hand over natural makeup brushes.
Think about how much your hair is able to absorb, especially if it&#;s on the thick side. Natural hair can soak up water and hair products like a greedy little sponge. This is because it&#;s porous, and has gaps in the cuticle through which moisture can be drawn in and held onto. Natural hairs used for makeup brushes have the same ability, which makes them prone to absorbing liquid and cream makeup. This means firstly that product is wasted as it&#;s sucked into the hairs, and secondly that you&#;re more likely to get a cakey finish as the bristles are packed full of product. As synthetic hairs aren&#;t real, the bristles don&#;t have a cuticle &#; negating the problem.
Unlike natural bristles which can have a mind of their own, synthetic bristles naturally gravitate towards each other. With every hair working together in tandem, instead of crisscrossing, the result is a smooth, streak-free application. Picture it like a shop during the sales, if everyone is queuing calmly for the till and changing room, it will be a much smoother shopping experience than unorganised chaos of people moving in different directions.
Ever looked in the mirror after being caught in the rain and wondered what on earth has happened to your hair? We&#;ve all been there. Natural hairs can lose their shape after being washed, much like your sleek blow-dry post unexpected downpour. Synthetic makeup brush bristles, however, stay well-packed and uniform after washing your makeup brushes. Although, for best results, make sure the ends are slightly elevated when drying, with the brush head pointing downwards. Popping the brush guards back on when drying will help keep them at their best too.
Much like the hair on our heads, natural hairs in makeup brushes are not very resilient, making them prone to damage from things like heat, product and over-washing. Synthetic hairs have been designed and developed especially for this purpose, meaning they are better able to deal with things like regular washing (which is necessary to keep bacteria at bay) without becoming damaged. Brushes we don&#;t have to replace as regularly? Sign us up.
Many of us might baulk at the idea of wearing fur, but have no idea what our makeup brushes are made from. Natural makeup brushes can have gained their bristles from many different types of animal (or a blend of more than one) but among the most common are squirrel, mink, horse and goat. The practises by which these hairs are obtained rarely makes for comfortable reading, making synthetic brushes the better choice.
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