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The 21 Best Makeup Brush Sets to Upgrade Any Collection

The 21 Best Makeup Brush Sets to Upgrade Any Collection

The 21 Best Makeup Brush Sets to Upgrade Any Collection

If you're reading this, it's probably time to buy some new makeup brushes.

BY TIFFANY DODSON

Ultimately, your makeup look is only as good as the tools you decide to sweep, swirl, and blend products on your face with.

Whether you choose to create a bold smoky eye, or opt for barely-there beauty, using one of the best makeup brush sets can mean the difference between a practically flawless face and an uneven final look. Even if your friend or family member is new to regular makeup use, surprising them with a brush set from top brands like Sigma Beauty, Charlotte Tilbury, and more, can take application routine to new heights.

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And as an added shopping bonus, many of these tools are available for under $100, which means you're getting a little more bang for your buck. These natural- and synthetic-hair brush bundles are so luxe, we won't blame you if you decide to scoop up a couple sets just for yourself—and put off cleaning your most-loved brushes a little longer.

Here, the best makeup brush sets that can make just about anyone feel like a pro.

Related: The Best Makeup Gift Sets For the Ultimate Beauty Lover


Makeup Brush Set
MOST POPULAR MAKEUP BRUSH SET

BS-Mall Makeup Brush Set

CREDIT: AMAZON
PROS
  • Vegan
CONS

    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.

    Number of brushes included: 14
    Types of brushes included: Blending, eyebrow, eyeshadow, powder
    Hair type: Synthetic
    The Mini Brush Kit
    BEST MAKEUP BRUSH SET FOR TRAVEL

    Jones Road The Mini Brush Kit

    CREDIT: JONES ROAD
    PROS
    • Easy to use
    CONS

      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

      Number of brushes included: 4
      Types of brushes included: Blush, detail, eye blending, and eyeliner brushes
      Hair type: Synthetic
      24-Piece Professional Brush Collection
      BEST NEW MAKEUP BRUSH SET

      Hannah Martin x Ciaté London 24-Piece Professional Brush Collection

      CREDIT: CIATÉ LONDON
      PROS
      • Includes travel case
      • Vegan
      CONS

        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.

        Number of brushes included: 24
        Types of brushes included: Eye, lip, and complexion brushes
        Hair type: Synthetic
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        Essential Brush Gift Set
        EDITORS' FAVORITE MAKEUP BRUSH SET

        Sigma Beauty Essential Brush Gift Set

        CREDIT: AMAZON
        PROS
        • Set features durable handles
        CONS

          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

          Number of brushes included: 12
          Types of brushes included: Face and eye
          Hair type: Synthetic
          Your Beautiful Basics Airbrush 101
          BEST MAKEUP BRUSHES FOR AN AIRBRUSH EFFECT

          It Cosmetics Your Beautiful Basics Airbrush 101

          CREDIT: ULTA
          PROS
          • Vegan
          CONS

            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.

            Number of brushes included: 5
            Types of brushes included: Powder, foundation, concealer, eyeshadow
            Hair type: Synthetic
            Vegan Brush Collection (Limited Edition)
            BEST ARTIST-LEVEL MAKEUP BRUSH SET

            Hourglass Cosmetics Vegan Brush Collection (Limited Edition)

            CREDIT: NEIMAN MARCUS
            PROS
            • Includes carrying case
            CONS

              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.

              Number of brushes included: 17
              Types of brushes included: Foundation, powder, crease, tapered blender, shadow, angeled liner
              Hair type: Synthetic
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              Professional Brush Set
              BEST ERGONOMIC MAKEUP BRUSH SET

              e.l.f. Cosmetics Professional Brush Set

              CREDIT: E.L.F. COSMETICS
              PROS
              • Top-rated
              CONS

                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."

                Number of brushes included: 12
                Types of brushes: Foundation, bronzer, concealer, eyelash and brow, blending
                Hair type: Synthetic
                The Complexion Brush Gift Set
                BEST MAKEUP BRUSH SET FOR COMPLEXION

                Rose Inc The Complexion Brush Gift Set

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                CREDIT: ROSE INC
                PROS
                • Includes cylinder case
                • Vegan
                CONS

                  This professional-level set from Rose Inc will bring a smile to any makeup lover's face this season, which features an angular design that's perfect for flawless foundation, concealer, and blush application.

                  Number of brushes included: 4
                  Types of brushes included: Foundation, concealer, blush, bronzer
                  Hair type: Synthetic
                  Tami Professional Makeup Brush Set
                  BEST GRIPPY MAKEUP BRUSH SET

                  Laruce Tami Professional Makeup Brush Set

                  CREDIT: AMAZON
                  PROS
                  • Includes hard shell storage/travel case
                  CONS

                    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.

                    Number of brushes included: 5
                    Types of brushes included: Medium tapered blending, tapered, smugder, powder
                    Hair type: Synthetic
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                    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

                    CREDIT: JENNY PATINKIN
                    PROS
                    • Includes faux leather carrying case
                    CONS

                      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.

                      Number of brushes included: 6
                      Types of brushes: Cream complexion, powder, shadow, brow, eye detail
                      Hair type: Synthetic
                      Secrets From the Amazon Brush Set
                      MOST STYLISH MAKEUP BRUSH SET

                      Tarte Cosmetics Secrets From the Amazon Brush Set

                      NOW 28% OFF
                      CREDIT: TARTE COSMETICS
                      PROS
                      • Vegan
                      CONS

                        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.

                        Number of brushes included: 3
                        Type of brushes included: Complexion, angled cheek, shadow
                        Hair type: Synthetic
                        Magic Mini Brush Set
                        BEST EVERY DAY MAKEUP BRUSH SET

                        Charlotte Tilbury Magic Mini Brush Set

                        CREDIT: CHARLOTTE TILBURY
                        PROS
                        • Includes carrying case
                        CONS

                          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

                          Number of brushes included: 4
                          Types of brushes included: Eye blender, smudger, power, precision
                          Hair type: Synthetic
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                          Brush Set in Rose Gold (30-Piece)
                          BEST MAKEUP BRUSH SET FOR DETAIL

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

                          CREDIT: LUXIE BEAUTY
                          PROS
                          • Features carrying case
                          CONS

                            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.

                            Number of brushes included: 30
                            Types of brushes included: Tapered blending, flat contour, large powder, foundation, small angle eye, brow and lash
                            Hair type: Synthetic
                            Everyday Essentials
                            MOST CUSTOMIZABLE MAKEUP BRUSH SET

                            Real Techniques Everyday Essentials

                            CREDIT: REAL TECHNIQUES
                            PROS
                            • Features a sponge for added precision
                            CONS

                              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

                              Number of brushes included: 4
                              Types of brushes included: Foundation, concealer, blush, highlighter, shadow
                              Hair type: Synthetic
                              The Brush Collection
                              BEST MAKEUP ARTIST-APPROVED BRUSH SET

                              Westman Atelier The Brush Collection

                              CREDIT: GOOP
                              PROS
                              • Handcrafted in Japan
                              CONS

                                Makeup icon Gucci Westman created this streamlined set of synthetic brushes that include one for foundation, concealer, blending, and powder, plus two eyeshadow brushes, and a smaller tool for the lips.

                                Number of brushes included: 9
                                Types of brushes included: Liquid blender, foundation, concealer, blending, powder, eye shadow, lip
                                Hair type: Synthetic
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                                Personal 8-Brush Set and Plate
                                BEST MAKEUP BRUSH SET FOR YOUR VANITY

                                Rae Morris Personal 8-Brush Set and Plate

                                CREDIT: RAE MORRIS
                                PROS
                                • Includes magnetized storage plate
                                CONS

                                  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.

                                  Number of brushes included: 8
                                  Types of brushes included: Deluxe kabuki, deluxe point shader, cream shadow shader, lip, liquid foundation
                                  Hair type: Synthetic
                                  Elite Gifting 8-Piece Holiday Makeup Brush Set
                                  MOST GIFT-WORTHY MAKEUP BRUSH SET

                                  Artis Elite Gifting 8-Piece Holiday Makeup Brush Set

                                  CREDIT: SAKS FIFTH AVENUE
                                  PROS
                                  • Includes brush cleaner and travel bag
                                  CONS

                                    This ergonomic brush set nicely contains all the essentials—from the makeup brushes themselves to two bottles of foam to cleanse them—making it an extra ideal gift for the artist in your circle.

                                    Number of brushes included: 8
                                    Types of brushes included: Elite 3 Brush; Elite Oval 7 Brush; Elite Oval 3 Brush; Palm Brush; Mini Elite Oval 7 Brush
                                    Hair type: Synthetic
                                    Divine Brush Duo
                                    BEST MAKEUP BRUSH DUO

                                    Pat McGrath Labs Divine Brush Duo

                                    CREDIT: PAT MCGRATH LABS
                                    PROS
                                    • Eco-friendly
                                    CONS

                                      Designed by makeup legend Pat McGrath, this synthetic set includes a pair of ultra-soft powder and blurring brushes with slightly tapered bristles for more precise application.

                                      Customer review:

                                      "I mainly bought this for the powder brush but was [happy] to get the smaller brush as an added bonus! The quality of these brushes are amazing and of course the packaging is beautiful." —Lindsey B.

                                      Number of brushes included: 2
                                      Types of brushes included: Powder, blurring
                                      Hair type: Synthetic
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                                      Artistique Brush Trio
                                      BEST MAKEUP BRUSH SET FOR DEFINITION

                                      Surratt Beauty Artistique Brush Trio

                                      CREDIT: SURRATT BEAUTY

                                      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.

                                      Number of brushes included: 3
                                      Types of brushes included: Sculpting, classic smoky eye, classic eye
                                      Hair type: Natural
                                      Eye Shade and Blend Duo Pack
                                      BEST VALUE MAKEUP BRUSH SET

                                      Real Techniques Eye Shade and Blend Duo Pack

                                      CREDIT: AMAZON
                                      PROS
                                      • Under $10
                                      CONS

                                        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

                                        Number of brushes included: 3
                                        Types of brushes included: Base shadow, deluxe crease, angled brow
                                        Hair type: Synthetic
                                        Vibes Makeup Brush Set
                                        BEST ECO-FRIENDLY MAKEUP BRUSH SET

                                        EcoTools Vibes Makeup Brush Set

                                        CREDIT: ECOTOOLS
                                        PROS
                                        • Under $10
                                        CONS

                                          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

                                          Number of brushes included: 4
                                          Types of brushes included: Foundation, concealer, powder, angled crease
                                          Hair type: Synthetic
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