The Best Makeup Brushes for Powder Products, According to Makeup Artists

Even if you prefer a dewy, glowy finish, setting powder in certain places on the face is essential for a balanced, long-lasting look. And for those with oily skin, great powder products—foundation, blush, bronzer and highlighter—can be a game changer. Either way, the brush you use to apply it can make a world of difference in how makeup looks on your skin. Below, top makeup artists share the best makeup brushes for powder products to help you create a flawless look.

The Best Makeup Brushes for Powder Makeup

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CHANEL Les Pinceaux de Chanel Powder Brush N°106 ($60)

“This is one of my favorite tapered brushes that has a touch of elegance. The tapered shape gives you control and precision, especially for areas like under the eyes or around the nose, while still being fluffy enough for an allover application.” —Brandy Allen, celebrity makeup artist

• BUY ON CHANEL – $60
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IT Cosmetics Heavenly Luxe Flat Top Foundation Brush #6 ($50)

“If you’re looking for a brush for powder foundation, this is a great option. The dense bristles are perfect for buffing the powder into your skin for a full-coverage finish.” —Brielle Pollara, celebrity makeup artist

• BUY ON IT COSMETICS – $50
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KJH.brand No.4 Brush ($28)

“This is a perfect, gorgeous fluffy brush to apply your powders with—blush powders, bronzing powders, contour powders, setting powders, you name it. Use the flat side with your setting powder on the cheeks, and the pointed tip to get around the more delicate areas like the eyes and lips.” —Katie Jane Hughes, celebrity makeup artist

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Jenny Patinkin Sustainable Luxury Powder/Highlight Brush ($30)

“This brush is small enough so that you can get precise application in the T-zone where shine tends to form, and the bristles are softly tapered in a way that prevents fall off and gives a great deal of control. Plus, even though the bristles are synthetic, they don’t have that shiny coating on them that can make powder slide right off.” —Jenny Patinkin, celebrity makeup artist and founder of her eponymous brand

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bareMinerals Beautiful Finish Foundation Brush ($39)

“Lately, I’ve been really into this brush, which bareMinerals specifically made for their Original Loose Powder Mineral Foundation, but it works wonders whenever I use it for any powder-based makeup. It provides that natural finish yet still provides even coverage. Another plus is that it’s vegan and cruelty-free!” —Desireé Delia, professional makeup artist and aesthetician 

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e.l.f. Cosmetics Pointed Powder Brush ($7)

“Pointed brushes are essential in every makeup artist’s kit. The point not only helps with precision and placement, but also offers an artist/user endless possibilities for ways to use that brush, whether it’s smaller area like the under eye, cheeks or chin, or all over for powder or bronzer.” —Nicole Faulkner, celebrity makeup artist

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LYS Beauty Powder Brush ($15)

“This is a standout tool in both everyday and professional makeup kits. It’s soft but dense enough to pick up and blend powder products without streaks or patchiness. It’s great for pressed or loose powders. It distributes powder evenly whether you’re setting your makeup, applying bronzer or blending a finishing powder.” —Brandy Allen, celebrity makeup artist

• BUY NOW – $15