How To: Choose the Right Brush

Brushes can be broken down into three categories: size, shape, and type of bristles. Brush size relates to the width of the bristles and the length of the belly (the area between the brush tip and where the bristles meet the brush handle). Brush shape is generally flat or round. And brush material can be synthetic, natural, or a blend. Read on, and we’ll break down each of these categories further.