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Serving the perfect face beat requires you to have the perfect tools. We’ve picked out five essential brushes from AMAKA’s Marketplace for your makeup bag.

1. The Concealer Brush from Ami Colé
This Concealer brush is a specially crafted angled brush head that fits perfectly under eyes, around the nose and other hard-to-reach areas for seamless blending and coverage. Your makeup is guaranteed to always be on point as this compact brush provides unmatched stability and control.
Sporting a unique head shape and advanced fibre technology, the Concealer Brush allows for intuitive, effortless application. It also includes a reusable mesh brush head cover to help maintain the shape.
Eco-warriors will be pleased to know that the brush is sustainably made with FSC-certified Birchwood derived from responsibly-managed forests that provide environmental, social and economic benefits.
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2. Lip Brush from Smashbox
Lipstick speaks louder than words and this Lip Brush from Smashbox will ensure your pout stands out of the crowd.
This flat-paddle brush, which is cruelty-free, is densely packed with high-tech synthetic fibres crafted to flawlessly define, blend, and layer lipstick, lip liner, and lip gloss for a flawless look. .
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3. Full Coverage Shadow Brush from Smashbox
If glitter is your make up of choice then this Full Coverage Shadow Brush from Smashbox might just be the brush for you.
Densely packed with high-tech synthetic fibres, this brush’s flat shape is designed to pick up and pack on powder eye shadow whilst allowing for custom coverage.
Whether you’re using high-sparkle, shimmer, or matte shades, this handy product is guaranteed to give you the perfect intensity of colour for a polished look.
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4. The Brush Trio set from from Ami Colé
Embrace the full Ami Colé vibe with The Powder Brush, The Complexion Brush and The Concealer Brush. What is even better is that it comes with a chic, mesh pouch for convenient storage. Each custom designed brush was created to make product application a breeze, leaving you with a seamless and even finish.
The Powder brush features a tapered, multipurpose brush head that effortlessly layers setting powders, blushes and highlighters for a smooth finish. It’s also simple to use with the below method:
1) Dip the brush head into your powder, blush or highlighter.
2) Give it a tap to remove any excess.
3) Apply powder in soft, tapping motions to bare or made-up skin.
4) Alternatively, apply all over or to targeted areas to reduce shine and set makeup.
The Complexion Brush was designed to easily apply all foundation, blush and bronzer formulas. For an even application, apply your foundation fluid with light, circular motions, working it towards the edges of your face.
After applying concealer, use a gentle sweeping motion to blend the product into the skin and soften harsh edges with the Concealer Brush. To intensify coverage in a particular area, use a tapping motion.
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5. Fan brush from Smashbox
If you like your highlighter to sit loud and bright then this highlighting Fan Brush from Smashbox is definitely what you need. This compact brush is designed to sweep on sheer highlighter, blush, bronzer and contour in a flash. The fanned fibres gently apply product along the contours of the face for a glowing finish.
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Whether you’re going for a soft natural look or painting your face to fulfil your high glam fantasy, this selection of brushes is sure to give you the perfect finish.