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Most Popular Makeup Brush Set

BS-Mall Makeup Brush Set

Most Popular Makeup Brush Set

BS-Mall Makeup Brush Set

Pros

• Vegan

This complete makeup brush bundle—which includes a number of essentials for the face and eyes—has over 125,000 satisfied customer reviews from Amazon shoppers, with nearly a five-star rating. And did we mention the 14-piece set is available for under $10?

Customer review:

"I love this set. If you are looking for a complete, everyday makeup brush set, I highly recommend this one, especially if you're a beginner wanting to learn all the little brush functions without spending a fortune to play around with techniques. I was pleased to receive the brushes in their own travel case and individually wrapped. The bristles are soft enough for a smooth application and firm enough not to leave streaks, which is always desirable." —Latosha R.

Best Makeup Brush Set for Travel

Jones Road The Mini Brush Kit

Best Makeup Brush Set for Travel

Jones Road The Mini Brush Kit

Pros

• Easy to use

You'll find mini versions of Jones Road's blush, detail, eye blending, and eyeliner brushes in this small but might set, which happen to be developed by a makeup legend. The Italian-made bundle also happens to make a great beauty gift for anyone who likes to keep their application simple.

Customer review:

"The Jones Road brushes are the best! And the minis are easy to work with." —Marsha C

Best New Makeup Brush Set

Hannah Martin x Ciaté London 24-Piece Professional Brush Collection

Best New Makeup Brush Set

Hannah Martin x Ciaté London 24-Piece Professional Brush Collection

Pros

• Includes travel case
• Vegan

Ciaté London collaborated with celebrity makeup artist Hannah Martin to create this limited-edition, professional-level brush set. In addition to buttery vegan hair fibers and FSC-approved wood handles, the set also nicely includes a handsome vegan carrying case.

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Best Every Day Brush Set

Saie The Brush Collection

Best Every Day Brush Set

Saie The Brush Collection

Now 11% Off

Pros

• Versatile

If you're a fan of Saie's makeup best-sellers, we're betting you'll love applying them with this four-piece brush set from the brand. In addition to essentials for your base makeup and cream or balm products, the set also includes brushes specially designed for your powder, along with a dual-ended option for highlighter, concealer, or bronzer.

Best Foolproof Makeup Brush Set

Jenny Patinkin Women's Sustainable Luxury 6-Piece Dual-Ended Makeup Brush Set

Best Foolproof Makeup Brush Set

Jenny Patinkin Women's Sustainable Luxury 6-Piece Dual-Ended Makeup Brush Set

Pros

• Includes faux leather carrying case

Since each of the brushes in this set—which include two for face, one for brows and liner, and more—are dual-ended, it's almost like they're getting two for the price of one.

Best Every Day Makeup Brush Set

Charlotte Tilbury Magic Mini Brush Set

Best Every Day Makeup Brush Set

Charlotte Tilbury Magic Mini Brush Set

Pros

• Includes carrying case

If you're gifting a friend or family member who isn't one to spend a ton of time crafting their cheek and eye contours, surprise them this streamlined and travel-ready brush set from Charlotte Tilbury.

Customer review:

"This is an absolutely stunning set. Beautiful red velvet case with perfect size brushes." —Candlelover20

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Best Makeup Brush Set for Definition

Surratt Beauty Artistique Brush Trio

Best Makeup Brush Set for Definition

Surratt Beauty Artistique Brush Trio

Now 20% Off

This set of three pro-level brushes include staples to define cheek contours, blend out eyeshadow, and emphasize you lash line with ease. And to get the most out of your natural hair brush set, try washing your them once a week with a conditioning shampoo.

Best Ergonomic Makeup Brush Set

e.l.f. Cosmetics Professional Brush Set

Best Ergonomic Makeup Brush Set

e.l.f. Cosmetics Professional Brush Set

Pros

• Top-rated

Beauty enthusiasts are raving about this ergonomic 12-piece set from e.l.f, with one satisfied customer writing, "Already in love with e.l.f products but their brushes are so freaking amazing! They are soft and great quality, they are very durable, super easy to clean, and helps blend makeup smoothly! Definitely going to buy another set."

Best Grippy Makeup Brush Set

Laruce Tami Professional Makeup Brush Set

Best Grippy Makeup Brush Set

Laruce Tami Professional Makeup Brush Set

Pros

• Includes hard shell storage/travel case

This five-piece set of synthetic complexion brushes is perfect for blending out creams and powders, and their signature handle designs ensure they won't accidentally slip out of your fingers mid-swipe.

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Most Gift-Worthy Makeup Brush Set

Artis Black Bag Bundle 4

Most Gift-Worthy Makeup Brush Set

Artis Black Bag Bundle 4

Pros

• Includes brush cleaning wipes and travel bag

This ergonomic brush set nicely contains all the essentials—from the makeup brushes themselves to the thoughtful brush cleaning wipes—making it an extra ideal gift for the artist in your circle.

Best Makeup Brush Set for Detail

Luxie Beauty Brush Set in Rose Gold (30-Piece)

Best Makeup Brush Set for Detail

Luxie Beauty Brush Set in Rose Gold (30-Piece)

Pros

• Features carrying case

Take your pick of 30 different brush options in this well-rounded set. And since its zippered carrying case contains a number of compartments for each type—including eye, complexion, blending, and more—you can easily stay organized as you apply your makeup.

Best Makeup Brush Set for Your Vanity

Rae Morris Personal 8-Brush Set and Plate

Best Makeup Brush Set for Your Vanity

Rae Morris Personal 8-Brush Set and Plate

Pros

• Includes magnetized storage plate

Here's a professional-level brush collection that's made in Japan, and sophisticated enough for of any countertop. The set even includes its own magnetized plate that makes keeping track of your tools a breeze.

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Best Makeup Brushes for an Airbrush Effect

It Cosmetics Your Beautiful Basics Airbrush 101

Best Makeup Brushes for an Airbrush Effect

It Cosmetics Your Beautiful Basics Airbrush 101

Pros

• Vegan

Here's a fluffy, five piece set that's meant to mimic the effect of airbrush makeup, and contains designated brushes for your foundation, concealer, eyeshadow, and powder.

Best Eco-Friendly Makeup Brush Set

EcoTools Vibes Makeup Brush Set

Best Eco-Friendly Makeup Brush Set

EcoTools Vibes Makeup Brush Set

Now 62% Off

Pros

• Under $10

If you're looking to live more sustainably, consider this best-selling brush set from EcoTools. Not only are the brushes made from recycled aluminum and plastic with bamboo handles, but its bristles also feature rounded edges for easy makeup application.

Customer review:

"Great gift—got these for my friend for Christmas and she loved them! Super soft!" —Mykenzie

Best Artist-Level Makeup Brush Set

Hourglass Cosmetics Vegan Brush Collection (Limited Edition)

Best Artist-Level Makeup Brush Set

Hourglass Cosmetics Vegan Brush Collection (Limited Edition)

Pros

• Includes carrying case

Here's an all-inclusive set from the pros at Hourglass that makes it seamless to replicate your favorite TikTok or runway beauty look. In addition to 17 tools to choose from, many of these brushes are dual-ended for added extra blending power.

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Best Value Makeup Brush Set

Real Techniques Eye Shade and Blend Duo Pack

Best Value Makeup Brush Set

Real Techniques Eye Shade and Blend Duo Pack

Now 40% Off

Pros

• Under $10

We're betting this is the best $9 you'll ever spend on a set of makeup brushes (and did we mention they're on sale?). Blend your cut crease like an expert with this three piece brush set that's ideal for powder, cream, or liquid-based eyeshadows.

Customer review:

"This is a great set of makeup brushes at an affordable price. It’s amazing the difference that using good brushes makes when applying makeup. The process and the results. These brushes are my second favorite set." —Sally

Most Stylish Makeup Brush Set

Tarte Cosmetics Secrets From the Amazon Brush Set

Most Stylish Makeup Brush Set

Tarte Cosmetics Secrets From the Amazon Brush Set

Now 28% Off

Pros

• Vegan

This limited-edition, gilded brush set for eyes and face is almost too pretty to use, and makes applying pigmented blush or well-placed shadow a total breeze.

Customer review:

"Handles are long and easy to hold." —Katy W.

Editors' Favorite Makeup Brush Set

Sigma Beauty Essential Brush Gift Set

Editors' Favorite Makeup Brush Set

Sigma Beauty Essential Brush Gift Set

Pros

• Set features durable handles

Whether you opt for no makeup-makeup or decide to try something a little bolder, this well rounded set from the cosmetics experts at Sigma Beauty has you covered. Not only does it contain tools for foundation, concealer, and powder, but you'll also find a mix of large and small angled options (plus a couple eye specific brushes) to seamlessly complete your next look.

Customer review:

"I love these brushes. So soft and work perfectly. Worth the price—also love the range of brushes in the set! :)" —Lizzie

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Best Makeup Artist-Approved Brush Set

Westman Atelier Westman Atelier Essential Mini Blending Brush Collection

Best Makeup Artist-Approved Brush Set

Westman Atelier Westman Atelier Essential Mini Blending Brush Collection

Now 34% Off

Pros

• Handcrafted in Japan

Makeup icon Gucci Westman created this streamlined set of synthetic brushes that feature domed, pointed, and kabuki-shaped bristles to expertly blend out your makeup.

Customer review:

"I’ve had these brushes for quite some time now and I have to say, they’ve applied my makeup so effortlessly and was able to utilize just these brushes for the entire face. So they will definitely be great for travel as well as they don’t take up too much space in my makeup bag." —liezljoie

Most Customizable Makeup Brush Set

Real Techniques Everyday Essentials

Most Customizable Makeup Brush Set

Real Techniques Everyday Essentials

Pros

• Features a sponge for added precision

Add some variety to your makeup tools with this top-rated brush set—that over 1,100 Ulta customers love—which nicely contains a bonus angled sponge for optimal blending.

Customer review:

"These brushes are amazing and so easy to work with—absolutely a must." —Lexie

Tiffany Dodson is currently the associate beauty commerce editor at Harper’s Bazaar, where she specializes in trend forecasting, building relationships with major and emerging brands, and crafting shopping stories—from holiday gift guides to product road tests. Tiffany's work has previously been featured in outlets like SELF, Bustle, and Teen Vogue, and she's been quoted as a commerce and beauty expert in publications and platforms like The Business of Fashion and NPR’s Life Kit podcast.

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