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Another day, another makeup product that needs to be demystified. In an age when it can feel like every makeup product requires three or four separate tools to use and a master's degree to perfect, it can be hard to know which tools you actually need and how to use them. We consider concealer brushes to be an essential, and even though many look the same, they serve different purposes. There are different concealer brushes for creating a vivid, over-the-top cut crease, for covering up dark circles around your eyes, and for covering blemishes.
We're here to help you find the best concealer brush for your needs. Below, we're highlighting 11 of our favorite concealer brushes based on user reviews, top-rated picks, and a look inside our own makeup cabinet. Read on for the best of the best, so you can find the perfect brush for the perfect application.
Real Techniques never misses. They've been a heavy-hitter in the makeup game for years, with products beloved by both professionals and at-home makeup artists. This fluffy rounded brush will make cream and powder concealer look flawless.
If you fear germs or are just trying to limit the amount of products you're traveling with, check out this dual-sided retractable brush. Not only is great for applying undereye concealer or using the smaller end for blemishes, but you can also use it to pretty much create any look on your face.
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This double-set of concealer brushes work as a pair to cover and blend imperfections. The brushes are vegan, made of renewable bamboo, and environmentally friendly, meaning you're also giving back to the environment while looking great doing so.
For those who love to do a cut crease, this brush is designed for your agile, precise fingers. It lays perfectly flat, allowing for your cream products to seamlessly blend into the eyelid. Oh, and if you love sculpting out your eyebrows with the meticulousness of a surgeon, grab this brush and thank us later.
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This concealer brush is tiny — like, the size of your finger teeny tiny — but that doesn't mean it can't perform. The brush's unique angle allows for a more intuitive application process, and because it's so dense, that means a little bit of product can go a long, long way.
We love dual options, and this one is perfect for applying concealer — the more tapered end is great for adding concealer over blemishes and imperfections, while the fluffier brush end is perfect for buffing out cream concealers.
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For this price, you could buy 100 of them and never have to worry about having to find another concealer brush again. You can even give them away as gifts, and your loved ones will thank you — it may be on the less expensive side, but it performs as well as even the priciest of options.
This concealer brush may change your mind about other brush styles. The unique fluffy brush works great for powdering the undereye and buffing away any hard lines. Because it’s more of a “bullet,” that allows the user to get powder in hard-to-reach areas under the eye without worrying about over-application.
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A big, fluffy brush may sound counterproductive for applying concealer, but this “soft blend” brush does exactly that. It uses the fluffiness of its bristles to softly buff out makeup, giving you a beautiful and seamless application.
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Using concealer to cover up blemishes is pretty obvious, but the tool you use to cover up those blemishes helps, too. This densely packed, yet soft-bristled brush will hide any of your imperfections while also giving you gorgeous, flawless application.
Amanda Mitchell
Amanda Mitchell is a writer and podcaster with bylines at Marie Claire, OprahMag, Allure, Byrdie, Stylecaster, Bon Appetit, and more. Her work exists at the apex of beauty, pop culture, and absurdity. A human Funfetti cake, she watches too much television, and her favorite season is awards season. You can read more of her work at amandaelizabethmitchell.com or follow her on Instagram and Twitter @lochnessmanda.