In most brush sets, face brushes have larger heads and are used for foundation, powder, contour, and highlight, while eye brushes have smaller heads for eyeshadow, liner, and blending. Sorting a set into these two groups makes it easier to find the right tool and keeps products from mixing.
How to tell them apart
| Group | Head size | Typical jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Face brushes | Large to medium | Foundation, powder, contour, blush, highlight |
| Eye brushes | Small | Eyeshadow, blending, liner, brows |
A 14-piece set to practice sorting
The Jessup 14-piece makeup brush set (model T329) is described as covering face and eye makeup, including foundation, powder, contour, eyeshadow, liner, blending, and highlighting. It combines synthetic and wool-fiber bristles with wood handles.
Fourteen brushes for face and eyes with synthetic and wool-fiber bristles and wood handles.
How do you sort a set?
- Lay all brushes out by head size.
- Put the largest heads in the face group.
- Put the smallest heads in the eye group.
- Sort medium brushes by shape: rounded and angled usually go to the face, tapered to the eyes.
- Store each group in its own holder or case section.
Why keep them separate?
- You find brushes faster.
- Face products don't end up on eye brushes.
- You can wash each group on its own schedule.
Cleaning by group
Face brushes used with liquids usually need washing most often. Eye brushes collect pigment and benefit from a wipe between shades. For washing, see how to use a silicone brush cleaning bowl.
Frequently asked questions
What handles does the Jessup set have?
Wood handles.
What bristles are used?
A blend of synthetic and wool-fiber bristles.
How should I store the brushes?
Upright in holders by group. Holders are in the Makeup Bags, Organizers & Mirrors collection.
The bottom line
Split your set into face and eye brushes and your routine gets faster and cleaner.
Organize your brushes
A 14-piece set for face and eyes.
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