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We’ve given you tons of suggestions to transform your makeup bag, so it seems only natural to help you choose better makeup brushes too. Treat your face to the soft luxury of these makeup brushes!
In a Hurry? Here’s Our Quick List of Top Picks
- BG ANGEL Kabuki Soft Makeup Brush
- Cleof 13 Bamboo Makeup Brushes Professional Set
- Missamé Make Up Brush Set With Organizer
- Nanshy 12-Piece Masterful Collection Makeup Brush Set
- Professional Makeup Brush Set with Case
- ZOREYA 10-Piece Makeup Brush Set with Organizer Storage Brush Holder Case
- Qivange Colorful Unicorn Makeup Brush Set for Kids
What Makes a Makeup Brush Vegan?
Like many other types of brushes (hairbrushes and paint brushes, for instance), they have traditionally been crafted from animal hair.
However, in this modern world of ours, we now have myriad options and can choose non-animal-based products.
This is great news for many reasons. Synthetic and plant fiber-based brushes are becoming more and more readily available which is awesome for both you and the animals!
Synthetic brushes have a plethora of benefits, beyond just saving the literal hides of animals. Animal hairbrushes are notoriously difficult to sanitize and keep clean.
Synthetic brushes, on the other hand, are super easy! Just a drop of your favorite gentle vegan-friendly shampoo, swish in warm water, and Boom! Clean as a whistle without any damage to the brush.
Another added benefit to a well-made vegan brush is its longevity. Animal-based brushes tend to shed and have fallout.
Not a great attribute when working on your picture-perfect face. Those pesky stray hairs are a serious pain when embedded in your creamy, dewy complexion.
Synthetic brushes have little to no fallout, so you don’t have to spend extra time picking and flicking hairs off your face.
Vegan brushes are less likely to trigger an allergic reaction, which is awesome, because who wants a red, blotchy, hive speckled face to try and cover up?
If you’ve had a reaction in the past, it may not have been your makeup but actually the applicator!
Why Choosing a Vegan Brush Matters
What’s the big deal about animal hair, though? It’s not as if the animal dies, right? Well, in some cases, the hair is sourced without killing or harming the animal.
But most likely, the hair is collected as a by-product after death. Animal hair is still a booming commodity, even though so many alternatives exist.
Purchasing any product which is animal-based invariably ends up supporting and promoting continued animal cruelty.
Making conscious choices about our consumerism is one of the best ways to raise awareness about the never-ending battle against animal cruelty.
What to Avoid
You obviously don’t want to purchase any brushes (or anything else) which utilizes any part of an animal in its creation.
This includes, but isn’t limited to hair, bones, sinew, and byproducts used to produce adhesives.
Animal hair may be soft, but it ultimately belongs to the animal, and should stay there. Always look for vegan and or synthetic labelling on the packaging.
Companies which use animal hair will label it as such, and companies that choose ethical resources will as well.
What to Look For
Like many of our articles addressing vegan products, you’ll want to scout out companies which proudly display cruelty-free certifications, such as the Leaping Bunny.
This is the easiest way to make sure you’re buying products which don’t harm our animal friends. Some companies can’t afford the certification labels, but still craft vegan products.
If you aren’t sure, check their company webpage for their mission statement.
Most companies are aware of their consumer demographics and want to assure customers that their products are cruelty-free.
Recycled materials, sustainably sourced wood, and bamboo are great for the handles of makeup brushes. Even plastics can be considered vegan if recycled or plant-based. We want to minimize our detrimental impact as much as possible, after all.
Sustainable harvesting is ideal but can be difficult to discern from the packaging. We don’t want to decimate our already diminishing forests in our endless quest for animal free brushes!
Look for wood which is responsibly sourced. If you cannot see information on the packaging, check out the company’s website in the About section. Many companies share detailed manufacturing information on their sites.
Bamboo is obviously one of the ideal materials for handles of brushes. This fast-growing grass has a variety of uses, and even gives back to the environment!
It produces more oxygen for us to breathe than any other plant! Bamboo is also beautiful and sturdy, making it perfect for your blush brush.
When in doubt, as with every other consumer product, don’t be afraid to contact the manufacturer. Companies work for us, the consumer, and want feedback regarding their products.
Letting them know that the wave of the future is cruelty-free paves the way to more conscious product development and manufacturing. Your voice does matter.
7 Top Picks for Vegan Makeup Brushes
All right, let’s have a look at the good stuff. I’ll take you through a great selection of makeup brushes to please your makeup case and your pocketbook!
BG ANGEL Kabuki Soft Makeup Brush
No products found.Our first pick is the BG ANGEL Kabuki brush. This style of brush is a great addition to your brush collection. Many sets don’t come with a Kabuki brush, so this one will complete or start your ultimate toolbox.
This brush does it all! It can be used for just about everything you need to provide coverage on a larger scale.
Think foundation, bronzer, blush, the works! It can be used for powder, liquid, or cream and blends to perfection.
It’s the ideal brush for applying powder to set your look, for a soft, even glow. The soft and densely packed dome-shaped brush picks up the perfect amount of makeup every time.
The brush is tied and glued by hand and set firmly in a beautiful black lacquered wooden handle. This gorgeous little number won’t cover your face in bristle fallout, ever.
What We Like
- Ergonomic design is easy to hold and use
- Does not shed
- Appealing black and white styling is modern and beautiful
What We Don’t Like
- Has a strong smell right out of the package
- Can separate from handle, but is easy to reattach
Cleof 13 Bamboo Makeup Brushes Professional Set
The first set on our list is Cleof’s 13-piece Bamboo brush collection. These super soft brushes offer 10,000 bristles per brush, making them some of the fluffiest on the market. Compare this to the industry standard of 3 to 5,000 bristles, and you’ll quickly notice the superior quality.
Don’t let the budget friendly price fool you. These brushes are high end without the gold-plated price tag.
If you think otherwise, they’ll refund your purchase 100% thanks to their lifetime warranty.
The bamboo handles are sturdy and beautiful. You’ll feel confident about the sustainability of one of the fastest growing plants on the planet. At this great value, this is one gift you can spoil yourself with, guilt free on so many levels. Luxury brushes for everyone!
What We Like
- Complete set for a great price
- Perfect size for travel
- Super dense bristles for superior softness
What We Don’t Like
- Smaller diameter brushes are stiffer and have some fallout
- Smaller size brushes may be uncomfortable for some
Missamé Make Up Brush Set With Organizer
Our next set is another beautiful bamboo collection. The Missamé Makeup Brush Set comes with an elegant satin organizer bag to keep all of your brushes at the ready.
Included in this set are flat and round top Kabuki brushes, a contouring brush, a flat liquid foundation brush, oval blush brush, dome and angled eye brush, concealer brush, tapered smudge brush, and an angled liner brush.
You won’t find yourself needing to add any additional brushes to complete this set.
You don’t have to sacrifice the full-sized brushes you love in order to take them on the go. This set of bamboo handled brushes are full length, but they roll up into a compact and stylish package for easy transport. No need to have a separate mini brush set if you are a frequent flyer.
What We Like
- Beautifully packaged
- Full-sized brushes are ergonomic and comfortable to use
- Firmly attached aluminum ferrules for no shedding
What We Don’t Like
- Some of the smaller brush heads come apart (easily reattached)
- Strong smell upon opening
Nanshy 12-Piece Masterful Collection Makeup Brush Set
Next up is the stunning 12-piece black onyx wood-handled collection from Nanshy. Unlike other brushes in this roundup, this collection is beautifully stamped with the Nanshy logo and type of brush.
I love the labelling of these brushes as it’s so helpful when starting out. No need to try and apply your makeup while googling what brush is what!
These sophisticated Onyx wooden handled brushes are crafted with the softest Taklon bristles, giving you the softness you’ve always dreamed about, and the longevity you crave. You no longer have to compromise quality for ethics.
Included in this set are an angled detailer, crease/concealer brush, a blending brush, contouring brush, blush brush, powder brush, stippling brush, foundation brush, pencil and liner smudging brushes, and a lip brush.
Add your favorite Kabuki brush (if that’s your thing) and you’re good to go.
What We Like
- Gorgeous, unique handles and logoed ferrules
- Perfect shape and size for comfortable use
- Soft and supple, yet firm and durable
What We Don’t Like
- Most expensive of all our picks
- Small amount of shedding with first use (wash before use to avoid this)
Professional Makeup Brush Set with Case
Next up is the 9-piece birch handled set from AphroLight Cosmetics. This collection has a stunning two-tone black and tan design which is both unique and stylish. Form and function meet fashion and sophistication with this assortment of brushes.
Included in this set are a powder brush, blush brush, contour and flat contour brush, blending and dome blending brush, eyeshadow brush, eyebrow brush, and lash brush.
The four large brushes offer superior blending and streak-free coverage. The five smaller brushes have firmer bristles to manipulate precise control around your eyes and lips.
The synthetic fibers mimic hair without fear of bacterial build up, shedding, or allergic reaction. The birch handles and black aluminum ferrules assure your investment will be useful for years to come.
What We Like
- Black and tan design is aesthetically pleasing
- Budget friendly set
- Easy to clean and maintain
What We Don’t Like
- Large brushes are a bit floppy
- Material of case is a mystery. Not sure if faux leather or not and we don’t have a response from manufacturer.
ZOREYA 10-Piece Makeup Brush Set with Organizer Storage Brush Holder Case
The next set on our list is this pearl and gold stunner from Zoreya.
This 10-piece collection is the perfect starter set for anyone looking to acquire a professional toolbox without shelling out a professional price.
While the price may be less than you’d expect, the quality is everything you’re looking for.
The set includes a powder/blush brush, an angled contour brush, a foundation brush, medium and short shaders, a blending brush, angled shading and brow brushes, a concealer brush, and a small fan brush.
This is the only set we feature which includes a fan brush, which is great to assist in masterful contouring.
This delicate brush shape can be easily damaged, so be sure to keep the set secured in the enclosed case.
The case is both beautiful and functional, made of pearlized vegan leather. It features a top flap which folds over the brush heads to keep them protected and secure.
Unlike some kits with cases that seem to be just tossed in for good measure, this case is thoughtfully designed and user friendly.
What We Like
- Gorgeous pearl and gold design
- Functional and stylish organizer roll
- High quality at a super budget-friendly price
What We Don’t Like
- Slight smell upon opening. Wash and air out before first use
- Fan brush is easily crushed and can become misshapen. Take extra care to protect
Qivange Colorful Unicorn Makeup Brush Set for Kids
Who doesn’t love unicorns? If you’re a fan of the magical, sparkly creatures, this is the set for you!
The Unicorn Makeup Brush Set from Qivange is the perfect gift to please your favorite youngster or the young at heart.
Don’t be fooled by the low price of this glittery set! It features pretty pink and white bristles with sparkling faceted rainbow handles, to satisfy even the most discerning makeup artist with a whimsical touch.
Using these super silky brushes will put a smile of your face every day.
This set includes 10 brush styles in a cute box, including a powder brush, flat Kabuki brush, highlighter brush, flat definer brush, eyeshadow brush, lip brush, eyeshadow blending brush, angled eyebrow brow brush, eyelash brush, and eyeliner brush.
This sassy set doesn’t skimp on quality. The synthetic pink and white bristles are soft and supple where appropriate, and just the right firmness to make applying your best face easy and enjoyable.
What We Like
- Unique faceted handles are the perfect weight for comfortable use
- Sparkly and colorful to delight your inner child
- Budget friendly without sacrificing quality
What We Don’t Like
- Faceted handles take some getting used to
- No carrying case included
Top Choice for the Best Vegan Makeup Brush(es)
Whew! Our faces have never felt so pampered! It’s amazing what a difference a good brush can make when applying your makeup.
It’s almost as if brushes and makeup go…hand in hand. So, which set made us feel the most pampered?
Our favorite, though it was a tough choice, is the 10-piece Pearlized set from Zoreya.
We love the quality of this set, and the aesthetically pleasing pearl white and gold color palette.
The thoughtfully designed and extremely elegant carrying case put us over the edge. We loved the varied brushes, especially the fan brush.
We really feel like this set gave us the ultimate bang for our buck. We didn’t feel the need to add any additional brushes, and they just look so beautiful on our countertop.
Taking them on the go was a snap, too, as the organizer roll protects and secures your brushes in even the most crowded carry-on bag.
Who knew there were so many different types of brushes and collections out there?
What a pleasure a good brush can be! All in all, these sets offer something for everyone, every taste, skill level, and budget. You truly can’t go wrong with any of them!
