Makeup Tools

Every woman likes to look her best. What better way to fix those little imperfections than to make your presentation flawless with quality makeup and these essential makeup tools? From eyes to skin to lips, these little tools will help you get the look you want. 

Makeup Brushes There's so much to say about makeup brushes that we gave them their own buying guide! Check it out for more information about why there are so many types and how to choose the best one for your needs. You might also want to check out the gift guide about Beauty Gifts. It includes brush kit, palettes and more!

Makeup Sponges Makeup sponges  are essential for the even application of foundation. Available in several shapes, including round ,rectangular  and wedge . Inexpensive and disposable. Can be reused as long as you take good care of them. Washing them with warm water and soap will keep them free of bacteria. You can also look for antibacterial sponges. Great for applying Halloween makeup or face paint.

Sponge Applicators Disposable sponge applicators  are handy for anyone's makeup kit. If you use several different shades of eye shadow and don't want to wash your brush every day (or buy several brushes), sponge applicators may be a good solution. Inexpensive and disposable, although they can be washed. Many are also double sided, with a narrow tip for applying liner and a wide tip for brushing on shadow.

Powder Puffs Powder puffs  aren't just for dusting your nose any more! Great for applying bronzer ,glitter ,fragrant body powder  or anything else that needs to be lightly dusted. Most containers of loose powder come with their own puff, but not all do. You may also want to replace an old puff. Check the manufacturers instructions for washing information.

Facial Tweezers Tweezers are not just for your brows, they also help remove other stray hairs. Look for a pair that is easy to grip -- this will make it easier to keep your eyebrows looking their best. Angled tips are good for overall shaping, while pointed tips are best for precise maintenance. Rubis Cosmetic Pointed Tweezers  Rubis Swiss Tweezers  Tweezerman Painless Tweezer  Japonesque Precision Brow Groomer

Makeup Pencil Sharpeners Sharpeners  are a must-have for people who use eye or lip pencils. Keeps your pencils clean and allows you to get a more precise line. Look for a sharpener that can accommodate both thick and thin pencils, like the one pictured here. You might enjoy a sharpener that traps the shavings as you sharpen. The choice is up to you. Longcils Boncza  Vincent Longo  Susan Posnick  Paula Dorf

Eyelash Curlers Eyelash curlers  are not as scary as they look, and they'll make your eyes pop. Available in manual and electric. Manual curlers curl your lashes by pressure. These are common and inexpensive, plus they are easy to use no matter where you are. Japanese precision curler  Lash definer  Electric curlers use heat like a miniature curling iron. Heated curler by Sephora

Makeup Cases Makeup Cases  are the place to stash and organize all your makeup and tools. Looks a bit like a tackle box, but generally tackleboxes don't come in pink or glitter options. Hard-sided ones keep your entire collection safe and are ideal for travelling. Clear plastic-sided ones allow you to see what you're toting, but the downside is that they aren't very durable and can crack. Soft pouches options are good for travel with a few items.

Makeup Mirrors Mirrors  are essential to makeup application. Check out a full guide on the subject of Makeup Mirrors. Several varieties: Magnifying  Varied Lighting  Two-sided  Travel