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13 Best Makeup Tools













No. 1: MAC 217 Blending Brush, $22.50



TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 9.9*
Why: Readers rave about the versatility of this "multi-use brush." "This brush is not only awesome for applying creams or powders to the eyes, it's the best at applying concealer to the under-eye area!" It "can be used to smooth on eyeshadow, or pack it on for that more dramatic look." It's "perfect for applying crease colors, soft washes of color, and blending out even the most difficult colors." One reader says, "I love it because it doesn't absorb creamy products, nor does it streak them up. It simply deposits the color exactly where I want it to go." Bottom line: "a wonderful eye makeup brush like this makes the morning routine so much more fun." 

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No. 2: Sonia Kashuk Lash and Brow Groomer, $7.99



TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 9.9*
Why: Readers claim this tool, "does the trick" to "separate virtually every lash" and "amp up your lashes" while keeping them looking "natural and clump free." Readers say the metal comb "really works on separating your lashes much better than its plastic counterparts." One reader also loves how it "tames" her eyebrows, and another raves, "The shape is great, the metal lash end is SO good, the traditional end for brows is great, and it fits so well in your hand." 

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No. 3: Tweezerman Mini Slant Tweezer, $12



TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 9.9*
Why: Readers say this tweezer will remove "even the tiniest, thin hair" from your eyebrows and face. It "perfectly plucks your brows" and makes "plucking practically pain-free." The "slanted point allows you to get extremely close to the skin without pinching. They are easy to hold and squeeze, and grasp hairs tightly," readers say. "With Tweezerman, nothing hurts. I don't even feel the hairs come out down to the root!" one reader exclaims. Not only is it "the perfect size to bring with you anywhere," its sharp end doubles as "a great splinter remover." 

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No. 4: MAC 224 Tapered Blending Brush, $28



TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 9.7*
Why: Readers love "the tapered bristles," which reach "into the crevice of your crease" and create a "seamless eyeshadow look." One reader loves that it "deposits color lightly and provides a balanced application," as well as blends colors "without removing too much." Another reader says the "brush bristles are fabulously soft, and I've never had issues with them falling out, like with other brands." "It does the professional smoky eye for you!" one reader raves. 

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No. 5: E.L.F. Eye Shadow Brush, $1



TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 9.6*
Why: At a buck a piece, "the price can't be beat," readers say. This eyeshadow brush "picks up the perfect amount of pigment, yet does not leave streaks," and it "grabs the powder like a magnet to metal!" readers exclaim. The brush is "soft and durable," and the "hairs are dense." The bristles are "stiff enough to spread the shadow and smudge," and it's "easy to clean and retains its shape well," readers claim. "I don't have the words to describe my total satisfaction with this brush," one reader says. "It is wonderful." 

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No. 6: Clinique Powder Brush, $30



TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 9.5*
Why: This "pleasantly soft" brush is a readers' favorite because it "distributes powder evenly," rather than in clumps. It has "lots of bristles" that make it "awesome for blending and dusting just the right amount of powder on your face," one reader says. "You can put [on] as much as you desire," and "it makes powder go on like silk." Another reader loves its "perfect shape for the face," and how "strong and durable it is." "I don't think I've lost a hair from it since the day I bought it," she exclaims. One reader with "acne-prone" skin loves that "this brush is antibacterial!" Finally, readers say the brush's shape and density "is useful for mineral makeup, blush, bronzers and even contouring." 

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No. 7: Mary Kay Cosmetic Sponges, $2.50



TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 9.4* 
Why: Readers say these makeup sponges are "perfect" for both pressed powder and liquid foundation, because "they don't streak and give a nice, even finish." They are "very smooth," "great for washing and reusing" and "don't fall apart like other brands." One reader says she "searched every store" for "sponges as good as these," but "none were to be found." "All of them fell short. These are inexpensive and will last longer than any others." 

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No. 8: Raw Natural Beauty Raw Minerals Maximum Coverage Foundation Brush, $35




TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 9.4*
Why: Readers are "impressed by the quality" of this foundation brush. They love "the softness and silkiness of the brush tip," as well as its ability to give "the most amazing coverage with easy cleaning." "For being the softest around it is still firm enough for heavy coverage if needed," one reader says. "The handle is just the right length and diameter for easy strokes," another says. Readers use it to apply everything "from minerals to liquid [foundation]" to "highlighters, bronzers, [and] blushes." 

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No. 9: Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler, $19



TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 9.4*
Why: This "legendary" eyelash curler has readers raving about their "thick, long and beautiful" lashes. They rave that this curler "grasps and curls everything, even those teeny-tiny baby lashes," and "creates a beautiful natural curve." One reader loves how "it gently coaxes your lashes upwards without any tugging," and another reader appreciates how it makes her eyes "look less tired, more awake, and brighter." Its "scissor-like" handles are "comfortable" and "easy to use." One reader loves her new "beautiful fan of lashes." "I swear the thing is coated in make-your-lashes-perfectly-curly-and-make-it-last-all-day fairy dust," she insists. 

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No. 10: Smashbox Arced Eyeliner Brush #21, $20



TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 9.3*
Why: Readers say this brush "makes putting on eyeliner a breeze." With its "pointy" tip, there "isn't much smudging." "It allows you to be so precise!" one reader exclaims. "The angle is perfect," another reader explains, because "your lashes don't get in the way, and it's easy to keep a steady hand." The brush's design "allows you better control for how thin or thick you want to apply the liner," a third reader says. Another reader says this brush allows her to get that perfect line "without climbing up on [the] countertop to steady [her] hand." Readers agree: "You can look as glam as a Hollywood starlet with this spectacular eyeliner brush." 

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No. 11: Bare Escentuals Maximum Coverage Concealer Brush, $20



TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 9.3*
Why: This brush applies concealer "evenly" to cover everything from under-eye circles, "blemishes" and "fine lines," to "dark freckles" and "not so pretty spots." Readers say the brush is "very comfortable around your eyes," "excellent for blending" and "very easy to use." Its "firm" bristles and "tapered tip and flat sides" give you maximum coverage for a "flawless finish." One reader says it is best when you want "skin tone perfection," as it allows the "layering of foundation" to avoid a "cakey" finish. 

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No. 12: Too Faced Kabuki Brush, $30




TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 9.3* 
Why: Readers love this "adorable" and "amazingly soft" synthetic brush. They say it "picks up and distributes both loose and compact powders very well." It also "provides fuller coverage than the usual brushes that eat up your powder." One reader raves that it "buffs powder on beautifully, and minimizes pores like nobody's business." Another reader says it also "applies bronzers and blush perfectly," and the "brush feels heavenly on your skin." It "fits perfectly in the palm of [the] hand" and "doesn't shed at all," and readers say this brush is "a definite keeper." 

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No. 13: Shiseido Eyelash Curler, $19



TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 9.1*
Why: Readers call this "the most perfectly designed eyelash curler" because the "base is curved perfectly to fit the eye and doesn't pinch." The "durable" curler gave readers "perfect" and "long lasting" lashes that make eyes "look more awake." One reader loves how it "doesn't tug or beat your eyelashes up." Another reader appreciates how "the curler fits the contours of the face nicely so that all eyelashes can be reached easily ... even those tiny ones in the corner of the eyes." The result? "The curl is soft and dramatic and elegant," readers say. A simple "squeeze and release" gives you a "wide-eye look!" 

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