Here's How Makeup Artists Achieve Flawless Eye Shadow Looks Every Damn Time

Celebrity makeup artist Cara Lovello never stops using this classic set for her eye looks. This six-piece set is perfect for an ultra-glamorous eye or every day look. Lovello's advice is as follows, "Use the fluffy blending brush and a soft brown shade [beforehand] and buff it through your crease as a transition shade before deepening the color in your crease!"

Not only are these brushes cute and colorful, but they're also top-notch quality thanks to makeup artist and YouTuber Nikita Dragun.

Editors and makeup artists alike can't say enough good things about Real Techniques. Lovello says these are hands-down the best drugstore-priced brushes she has ever used. Fellow makeup artist Renée Loiz is also a huge fan.

"My all-time favorite brush sets are from Taya Marin. This is a Black-owned beauty brand, which I love, but her brush sets are my personal kit favorite as it comes with every brush you'd need for a flawless application."

"This set is so luxe! They're high quality brushes that were designed by one of the most amazing makeup artists in the business. I would expect nothing less."

"I've just recently started using Sephora brush sets and am sold! I love the quality of the brush hair. They feel so good on the skin! There are also numerous sets to choose from which makes it easy for those who love to collect brushes like me!"

"Makeup by Ariel's collaboration with Morphe is my current obsession when it comes to the perfect eye shadow brushes!"

"This brand is a makeup artist's best kept secret. Their brushes are incredible quality without breaking the bank."

A quick search revealed all Nyx brush sets to be sold out and according to Hurkman, it's clearly for a good reason. "Nyx Cosmetics carries one of the widest arrays of brushes I've seen a company carry. These brushes are not only extremely affordable, but they are amazing quality as well! I stock up on these whenever I feel the need to spruce up my brush collection."

Nothing can beat this complete collection of highly coveted brushes. It's easily one of the best eye shadow brush sets for blending, buffing, and defining the crease of the eye. Yeah, you also can't go wrong with that price.

These brushes are made of nylon bristles for easy application and effortless blending. The set even comes with a spoolie brush to sculpt and perfect those brows. 

Sigma Beauty is known for its incredible brushes, so why not invest in a set? The Basic Eyes Kit works so well with cream, liquid, or powder shadows.

These synthetic bristle brushes are made of just the right material to achieve MUA status.

For a no nonsense, three-piece set, try Laruce's budget-friendly brushes.

Not only does this set come with a few A + eye shadow brushes, but it also comes with a few extras to prime, shape, and clean up your brows.

Run, don't walk—Charlotte Tillbury created a limited edition set of the brand's best-selling eye brushes (with a bonus powder brush). It also comes in a gorgeous red velvet case. 

Makeup artists (and beauty editors) love Nudestix, so naturally, I jumped for joy when I realized they have an eye shadow brush set. Snag it while it's still in stock.

I love a good brush set that comes with a variety of sizes. Not every eye look is easy to achieve with the same two brushes. If you share that sentiment, these brushes might just be your new favorites.