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20 Weird Beauty Tools That Make Your Makeup Look Professionally Done
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There are two kinds of people in the world: the ones who can do their makeup in 15 minutes and it looks perfect, and those who say they can't do makeup. While the average person doesn't have a team of makeup artists on deck, there are weird but useful makeup tools that can help you master those tricky makeup skills. Enter these fascinating beauty products that will help you achieve the look you want.
Personally, if I had to rate my makeup skills, I'd give myself a seven. While I'm great at blending shadows and contouring, my liner never matches, my brows are challenging, and it's tough for me to apply red lipstick without looking like a clown. That being said, I feel like everyone could use some extra help with their makeup routine. I mean, beauty hacks are so popular on the web for a reason. Maybe it's getting your brows to match, or it's nailing that perfect winged line. Well then, consider these tools to be the ultimate beauty hacks.
In this list, you'll find eyebrow stencils, tons of brushes, and makeup sponges galore to help you nail master your beauty skills. Once you have these makeup tools on hand you'll wonder what you've ever done without them.
1. The Ultimate Makeup Sponge Set
SHANY Makeup Blender Puff Sponge Set, $15, Amazon
While some single makeup sponges can cost over $25, this set gives you 10 for just $15. It features 10 makeup sponges of different shapes and sizes to help you apply all your makeup, from concealer to blush. It also gives you enough sponges as backup for when your go-to one needs to be cleaned.
2. Keep Your Makeup Intact With This Setting Spray
Urban Decay All Nighter Long-Lasting Makeup Setting Spray, $31, Sephora
Setting spray is one of those things that you wonder whether or not you really need it, but despite it being gimmicky, it really works to keep your makeup set all day. This Urban Decay Setting Spray will help you avoid your makeup from melting off, so there's no need for reapplication.
3. Clean Up Your Makeup Messes With This Pencil
NUDESTIX Clean-Up Pencil, $24, Sephora
Smudged your lipstick? Applied way too much eyeliner? The NUDESTIX clean-up pencil has got you covered. One swipe melts away your makeup mistakes sans soap and water, leaving the rest of your face looking exactly how you want.
4. Draw The Perfect Winged Liner With This Tool
beautyblender liner.designer, $16, Sephora
The beautyblender liner.designer helps you get a precise line with your pencil, liquid, or gel eyeliner. Rub the triangular tool between your hands to help it stick in place on your skin and draw the line.
5. Makeup Brushes With Activated Charcoal
SEPHORA COLLECTION Deluxe Charcoal Antibacterial Brush Set, $62, Sephora
The Sephora charcoal antibacterial brush set comes with six brushes for face and eyes. Their soft synthetic bristles help you achieve that airbrushed look, while the antibacterial property keeps these brushes fresher for longer, (meaning less bacteria will be clinging onto them).
6. A Vibrating Foundation Brush For No-Line Finish
This tool blends your foundation like no other, pulsing all over your face to make sure you don't miss a spot. Your makeup will look even and lightweight, maybe to the point where no one will know that you're wearing any foundation at all!
7. Get Sculpted Cheekbones With This Contour Brush
EYX Formula Pro Sculptor Contouring Makeup Brush, $9, Amazon
This brush's angular shape makes contouring easy because it fits right into the hollows of your cheeks. One swipe of your contouring cream or powder, and you'll have chiseled cheekbones that rival Kim Kardashian's. The bristles are antibacterial and hypoallergenic, making it suitable for people with sensitive skin, too.
8. Avoid Fallout With These Shadow Shields
Shadow Shields, $12, Amazon
Prevent annoying fallout from mascara, eyeshadow, and glitter with these neat shadow shields. This 30-pack comes with moon-shape shields that catch any specks of fallout while you do your eye makeup.
9. Finger Makeup Sponges For Those Hard-To-Reach Places
The Makeup Bullet Finger Sponge, $25, Amazon
The Makeup Bullet Finger Sponge lets you apply liquids or creams under eye and smaller spaces easily. It's great for applying concealer under your eyes, or covering up small blemishes and other imperfections.
10. A Makeup Sponge That Looks Like A Breast Insert
Silicone Makeup Sponge, $9, Amazon
Beauty bloggers are raving about silicone makeup sponges for tons of good reasons. They're awesome for blending out foundation and getting that airbrushed finish. Plus, they don't absorb as much product as other sponges and are easier to clean because the makeup just washes off — perfect for any low-maintenance beauty lover.
11. A Genius Tool To Prevent Mascara Raccoon Eyes
Tweezerman No Mess Mascara Guard, $12, Amazon
There's nothing worse than getting black mascara under your eye area. The Tweezerman No Mess Mascara Guard is a silicone shield that protects that area from mascara and other fallout.
12. Unicorn Makeup Brushes
Unicorn Rainbow Makeup Brush Set, $24, Amazon
The unicorn trend is going strong. This five-piece brush set comes with five face brushes that have pastel colored bristles and a handle that resembles a unicorn's horn.
13. A Cordless Makeup Brush Kit
Mineral Air Cordless Makeup Brush Kit, $110, Amazon
The Mineral Air Cordless Airbrush Makeup Kit will do your makeup in as little as 10 seconds. It efficiently covers all areas of your face without overdoing it, leaving you with a seamless finish.
14. An Automatically Brush Cleaner
Lilumia 2 Makeup Brush Cleaner Device, $159, Amazon
Good makeup application starts with clean brushes. The Lilumia 2 makes brush cleaning less of a pain by doing all the dirty work for you. With a push of a button, your brushes will undergo three wash and rinse cycles to eliminate all their gunk and bacteria.
15. Get Curled Lashes With This Eyelash Curler
Laura Mercier Eyelash Curler, $16, Amazon
If you want dramatically curled eyelashes, you probably know using a traditional curler can be a pain (literally). The Laura Mercier Eyelash Curler gently applies pressure on your lashes to give them a nice curl without pulling or pinching.
16. The Ultimate Eyebrow Guide
Aesthetica Cosmetics Brow Contour Kit, $24, Amazon
The Aesthetica Cosmetics Brow Contour Kit gives you a set of powders to create the perfect brow. It also comes with a handy how-to guide and stencils to help you create even, bold brows.
17. Charcoal Swabs To Fix Your Makeup Mistakes
SEPHORA COLLECTION Detox It out: Charcoal Swabs, $21, Amazon
These charcoals swabs are the most versatile makeup tool that everyone needs. For one, they're excellent at helping you apply liquid products to smaller areas on your face. Also, they can clean up any tiny mistake you made while doing your makeup.
18. A Professional Airbrush Makeup Set
Photo Finish Professional Airbrush Cosmetic Makeup System Kit, $80, Amazon
This airbrush makeup kit lightly mists your face, so your foundation sits evenly and provides full coverage exactly where you apply it. This set comes with a range of shades, so you can create your custom skin tone match.
19. Master The Art Of Getting The Perfect Arch
Billion Dollar Brows Brow Buddy Kit, $17, Amazon
Getting your eyebrows to match is a tedious task. This brow buddy kit is a handy tool that helps you pinpoint the start, arch, and end of your brows, making it easier to draw and fill in your brows.
20. Makeup Brushes That Look Like Toothbrushes
Professional 10 Pcs Soft Oval Toothbrush Makeup Brush, $18, Amazon
While they resemble toothbrushes, these oval makeup brushes are great for helping you nail that airbrush effect. The set comes with 10 brushes, ranging in size to help you apply makeup to your face, eyes, and lips.
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