A great blush can be a game-changer in your makeup routine, but the perfect blush brush will make your application even better!
There are several ways to apply blush. You can use it to sculpt your face and enhance your cheekbones, localize it to the apples of your cheeks for a pop of color, or use it to apply a more natural flush to your entire complexion. There is also a multitude of different shapes and sizes of blush brushes out there to use for these different techniques, so we've drilled down the absolute must-haves for your makeup stash.
Watch the video below to see our top three favorites in action!
Ready to get one for yourself and try it out? Read on for our full roundup of the absolute best blush brushes you can buy.
Best Overall
Pros
- Versatile design
- Easy to blend
Cons
- On the pricier end
This Sephora PRO blush brush has 5 stars on Sephora, and we can see why! Its innovative pointed design allows you to apply blush precisely. The versatile brush can also be used for a multitude of other complexion applications. We also love to use this one to contour or apply powder!
Best Budget Buy
Pros
- Affordable
- Easy to use
Cons
- Bristles might shed a little more than the others on our list
Real Techniques brushes are the best you can find at a drugstore price. They’re quality brushes that stand up to those in the prestige category, offering ultra plush bristles that feel as nice as they blend. The Real Techniques blush brush features a rounded custom-cut to define cheeks while applying powder products like blush and bronzer effortlessly. This one is both affordable and effective, just the way we like our brushes!
Best Splurge
Pros
- Double-ended
- Versatile
Cons
- Expensive
MAKE UP FOR EVER's #158 brush is a bit of a splurge, but it offers everything you could ever want in a blush brush. It is a double-ended brush, with one side that’s perfect for blush, and the other end that’s best suited for bronzer. It works well with both loose and compact powders. This allows you to sculpt your cheeks quickly and easily without missing a beat!
Best Angled Brush
Pros
- Feels amazing
- Blends easily
Cons
- On the pricier side
IT Cosmetics brushes are some of our absolute favorite brushes in general. One of the best from the brand is the French Boutique Blush Brush. It features a precision-cut brush head that hugs the curves of your cheeks effortlessly. This one is perfect for draping blush along the entire cheekbone to create a quick and cohesive look.
Best Brush Alternative
OK, so this is not technically a blush brush. However, the cheeky from beautyblender is another excellent tool for blush application. Just like the classic beautyblender, this smaller cheeky sponge is aqua-activated and works best by wetting it before use. Just run it under the water, remove the excess, and then feel free to bounce everything from cream to powder blushes along your cheekbones.
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Katie McBroom is an award-winning content creator and freelance writer. Prior to contributing to Biography, she served as Content Editor for Google and Beauty Editor for Best Products. Her work has also appeared in publications including CNN, WWD, Business Insider, Forbes, and Men's Health, among others.
