Fan Brush 101: How to Use the Fan Makeup Brush

Hello Gals!

If there is one beauty tool that does not get enough love and attention, it is the fan brush.  I think that it is safe to say, that it is the brush that has confused us the most and is the one brush that is most likely to sit in our makeup sets unused.

So today I thought I would share a few ways that a fan makeup brush can be used in your everyday makeup and beauty routines.

Ways to Use a Fan Brush

Contour: Fan brushes are a great tool for applying contour powders, they add a soft contour to the hollows of the cheeks, and along the sides of the nose. The fact that this brush is flat, is a plus as it makes contour application a breeze.

• Cheeks: Lay the fan brush flat against the hollows of your cheeks and gently whisk back and forth.           

• Nose: Apply contour powder to the tips of the brush, and apply it in a stroking motion along either side of your nose.

Highlighting: This is my absolute favourite use for this brush! Apply a shimmery highlighting powder to the cheekbones by laying the brush against the cheekbone area and then sweep back and forth to create a luminous glow. You can also use it to add that same shimmery glow to the bridge of the nose and to the cupids bow of the lips for a glam evening look.

Clean Up:  Cleaning up makeup mistakes is a snap with fan brushes. If you  have applied too much loose powder or experience "fall out" from eyeshadow application, use the tips of the brush and whisk away the access. They are also a fantastic tool for whisking away mascara mistakes from your lids and from the brow bone. 

Apply Face Masks: Using a fan brush to apply face masks is a brilliant way to ensure precise and even application of the product and uses far less of the product than if you were to apply with your finger tips.

Thanks for reading Gals!


Have your tried using a fan brush....if so what are your favourite ways to use it? 

Keisha xo