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Top 10 Makeup Brushes Under $10

November 3, 2015

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Do you want makeup brushes but don’t want to spend hundreds of dollars on updating your set? Or maybe this is your very first set of makeup brushes and you want to stay on budget but aren’t sure where to start. This is your time. The list of the Top 10 Makeup Brushes Under $10!

the best drugstore makeup brushes

In no particular order:

  1. wet n wild® ($0.99 and $2.99 // wet n wild)*. Starting in January 2016 wet n wild® will have a line of 17 new makeup brushes! All are Cruelty Free and Vegan! These brushes feel super soft and are obviously adorable. They’ll make it easy for you to enhance your beauty and also look pretty sitting on the vanity 😉Wet n Wild makeup brushes
    Brushes shown – Large Eyeshadow Brush, Large Concealer Brush, Large Stipple Brush, Contour Brush, Bent Liner Brush and Blush Brush.

    wet n wild makeup brushes brush review
    If you’re sad about having to wait until January this might cheer you up – Use promo code GETWILD25 at wetnwildbeauty.com for 25% off your entire purchase now until Sunday 11/8!

  2. ELF Smudge Brush ($1.00 // Target). Yes. You read that right… it’s $1.00. Most of their brushes are priced at that and for $1.00 you’re getting seriously good brushes. The Smudge Brush is one of my favorites but I also have the Eye Shadow Brush and Blending Brush.
  3. Real Techniques Shading Brush ($6.99 // ULTA Beauty). Most of the Real Techniques brushes are under $10. I mean… you can get a whole KIT for $17.99! If you want to go fancier they have a gorgeous bold metals collection but if you’re trying to stay on budget don’t be distracted, the quality is the same and you’re really just paying for pretty!
  4. Real Techniques Miracle Complexion Sponge ($6.99 // ULTA Beauty). Okay. Not a brush. BUT it’s one of the best beautyblender dupes you’ll find and it’s perfect for your face makeup. Check out the review over on Slashed Beauty to see 4 ways to use this product!
  5. EcoTools Buffing Brush ($5.08 // Target). I love this for buffing out powder products and even applying bronzer.
  6. EcoTools Eye Enhancing Duo Set ($4.19 // Target). This duo is actually a quad! Each brush is double ending giving you four must-have makeup brushes for your eyes.
  7. SOHO Smudge Brush ($7.48 // Walgreens). This brush is good for smudging out your shadows and liners, but my love of these brushes lands on the lips! If you have a hate of actual lip brushes making line marks or just not being nice try an eye shader brush. This has been the best tip I’ve ever gotten from a makeup artist!
  8. Crown Brush (website). I pick a ton of these up every time I go to The Makeup Show. The quality is the same as MAC if not better and the regular price is definitely easier to swallow. Some brushes run as low as $3.95! My favorites are from the Syntho Series, Infinity Series and the Studio Pro.
  9. Sonia Kashuk Core Tools Duo Fibre Crease Brush – 205 ($6.99 // Target). I singled out one of my favorites but really the entire Core Tools line is one to check out. All are highly rated in terms of quality and priced extremely well.
  10. COVERGIRL Makeup Masters Eye Shadow and Liner Brush ($6.99 // Target). This is awesome for applying cream eye products and you can even use it to apply concealer if you’re so inclined.

What are your favorite budget friendly makeup brushes? Check out what the other bloggers are loving for under $10 by clicking the icons below!

*Items marked with a * has been received as a press sample at some point in time. This post also contains affiliate links. All other items were purchased by me.

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Comments

  1. El says

    November 10, 2015 at 6:49 am

    I love the Real Techniques Setting Brush. Great for powdering, esp in small places like under eyes or around the nose, but it also works well for buffing in concealer. And for highlighter, powder or cream varieties.

    Also, the Bold Metals line are prettier, but the regular ones actually perform better, anyway.

    Reply
  2. Kelly B. says

    November 5, 2015 at 10:35 am

    I’m uber excited for Wet ‘n Wild brushes! I’ve been waiting for them to come out with these for forever! I own mainly elf brushes right now, but you can never have enough brushes 😉
    Kelly B. recently posted..Mani without the money: Kiss press on nails reviewMy Profile

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  3. Lisa Heath says

    November 5, 2015 at 12:19 am

    I have a crap ton of brushes and keep adding more! These look pretty!
    Lisa Heath recently posted..Glam Polish Limited Edition Anniversary Glitter Trio Swatches & ReviewMy Profile

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  4. Ashley says

    November 4, 2015 at 11:15 pm

    I didn’t know about the Wet n Wild Brushes. They are so cute. The Up & Up brushes are Target are FAB and all under $10!
    Ashley recently posted..Sephora Favorites Brow Raising Brow WardrobeMy Profile

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  5. Mercedes says

    November 4, 2015 at 10:36 pm

    I picked up a round buffer from Crown brush at the Makeup show that I am so in love with. It’s inexpensive but my favorite foundation brush
    Mercedes recently posted..Hourglass Brow Sculpting PencilsMy Profile

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  6. Justina says

    November 4, 2015 at 6:09 pm

    Sorry, kid crawled over my lap. I’m a makeup brush fanatic, my favorite brand is It Cosmetics.
    Justina recently posted..Murad- A Fall Skincare EditMy Profile

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  7. Justina says

    November 4, 2015 at 6:08 pm

    I’m a makeup brush fanatic. M~y
    Justina recently posted..Murad- A Fall Skincare EditMy Profile

    Reply
  8. Rosalyn says

    November 4, 2015 at 4:19 pm

    I love the E.L.F. Powder Brush. I actually use it for liquid foundation. It’s a flat top brush and dense enough that it is perfect for buffing my foundation in 🙂

    Rosalyn | Love, Rosalyn
    Rosalyn recently posted..Favorite Hand & Nail Care ProductsMy Profile

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  9. Destany says

    November 4, 2015 at 10:06 am

    Wow! I am going to have to check out those WnW brushes!
    Destany recently posted..My Halloween nails with Julie G and Lady Queen!My Profile

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  10. Miranda | Slashed Beauty says

    November 4, 2015 at 12:47 am

    The RT complexion sponge is a staple in my routine ever since I started using it!
    Miranda | Slashed Beauty recently posted..Price Slash Alert: Beauty.com Friends & Family 20% OffMy Profile

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    • Caroline Van Sickle says

      November 4, 2015 at 11:45 am

      Wet n’ Wild – all cruelty free and vegan – awesome! Love this post! Thanks for the makeup brush tips!

      Reply
  11. Erika says

    November 3, 2015 at 8:14 pm

    I love Sonia Kashuk brushes. So much good for the buck. I need to try Echo Tools.
    Erika recently posted..Tarte Bling it On Amazonian Clay Blush Palette for Holiday 2015My Profile

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  12. Heather says

    November 3, 2015 at 7:53 pm

    Those wet and wild are cute!
    Heather recently posted..Chanel Holiday Vamp Attitude Rouge Noir ShadowMy Profile

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  13. Kim says

    November 3, 2015 at 7:06 pm

    The Real Techniques shading brush is in my top picks too.
    Kim recently posted..Paula’s Choice RESIST EmptiesMy Profile

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  14. Nidia - Lit From Within says

    November 3, 2015 at 6:57 pm

    I love Crown Brushes! I just discovered Morphe, and Royal Langnickel, and they both have great budget-friendly brushes.
    Nidia – Lit From Within recently posted..Colour Pop-a-PaloozaMy Profile

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  15. Cindy (Prime Beauty) says

    November 3, 2015 at 6:49 pm

    I have a few SK brushes I like as well as EcoTools.
    Cindy (Prime Beauty) recently posted..Comment on 10 Beauty Products Under $10! by PrimeBeautyMy Profile

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  16. MarciaF says

    November 3, 2015 at 4:40 pm

    Great idea to have a brush post. I like my Real Techniques and the ELF Smudge brush a lot.
    MarciaF recently posted..Top 10 Under $10My Profile

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  17. Teri says

    November 3, 2015 at 4:34 pm

    Wow, I don’t think I could have come up with 10 makeup brushes under $10 tat I loved. Great job!

    Reply
  18. Erin says

    November 3, 2015 at 3:25 pm

    Thanks for reminding me about the SK duo fiber! I’ve been wanting it for a long time!
    Erin recently posted..Sunday Riley Ceramic Slip CleanserMy Profile

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  19. Nancy says

    November 3, 2015 at 2:33 pm

    You’ve got quite the collection! I didn’t even think of including makeup brushes!

    Reply
  20. Allison says

    November 3, 2015 at 12:56 pm

    I have the $1 elf smudge brush and I use it all the time and it’s still going strong after 3 years. And I like my Crown Brush travel set a lot. I’ve got 2 LE sets from SK that I use all the time. I wish I could afford expensive brushes (except for a couple of IT brushes I own), but I am enjoying my affordable brushes a lot.
    Allison recently posted..Milani Amore Matte Lip Creme & Color Statements LipsticksMy Profile

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  21. Laura@mynewestaddiction.com says

    November 3, 2015 at 11:11 am

    Dang! I totally meant to do this one
    Laura@mynewestaddiction.com recently posted..Guerlain Holiday 2015 | Neiges et Merveilles CollectionMy Profile

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  22. Renu says

    November 3, 2015 at 10:11 am

    I need to get a set of the Wet n Wild brushes when they look – they look lovely! I’ve tried all the others on the list except SOHO brushes, and love them all.
    Renu recently posted..Beauty Products Emptied in October 2015 + Link-UpMy Profile

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