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The Ultimate Guide to Rodial Makeup Brushes: What They Do & How to Use Them The Ultimate Guide to Rodial Makeup Brushes: What They Do & How to Use Them
07 Aug, 2025

The Ultimate Guide to Rodial Makeup Brushes: What They Do & How to Use Them

From sculpting cheekbones to perfecting your base, the right brush makes all the difference. Here’s your guide to the Rodial brush collection—and how to get the most from every tool.

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Why Brushes Matter

Whether you’re a seasoned makeup artist or a beauty minimalist, investing in high-quality brushes transforms your makeup routine. Rodial brushes are designed to offer precision, performance, and a seamless finish—no guesswork required. Each brush is cruelty-free, vegan and ergonomically designed for ease and control.


1. Buffing Brush

Best For: Foundation, cream products, blending
What It Does:
The Buffing Brush is your go-to for flawless base application. Its dense, dome-shaped bristles effortlessly blend cream, liquid or stick foundation for a second-skin finish. It also works beautifully with cream bronzers or blush.

Pro Tip: Use circular motions to blend product into the skin—no harsh lines, just an airbrushed effect.


3. Baking Brush

Best For: Setting powder, under-eye brightening
What It Does:
With a flat, tapered edge, the Baking Brush is ideal for pressing setting powder into key areas like under the eyes, chin and forehead. It allows for precise powder application without overloading the skin.

Pro Tip: Use this brush to “bake” under your eyes with the Glass Powder for a brightened, matte look that lasts all day.


4. Highlighting Brush

Best For: Highlighter, finishing powders
What It Does:
This soft, featherlight brush is shaped to glide highlighter seamlessly across the tops of cheekbones, bridge of the nose, and cupid’s bow. Expect a natural, diffused glow without glitter overload.

Pro Tip: Dip into the Glow Drops and sweep gently for a candlelit effect.


5. Blush Brush

Best For: Blusher, bronzer, diffused colour
What It Does:
A medium-sized brush with slightly rounded bristles, this is perfect for sweeping powder or cream blush onto the apples of the cheeks for a healthy flush of colour.

Pro Tip: Smile softly, then dab blush onto the roundest part of your cheeks for a youthful glow.


6. Eye Blending Brush

Best For: Eyeshadow blending, crease work
What It Does:
A must-have for seamless eyeshadow looks. This soft-bristled, tapered brush blends pigment into the crease or all over the lid for a smooth, smoked-out effect.

Pro Tip: Use windshield-wiper motions to soften edges and avoid harsh lines.


Final Thoughts

Rodial brushes aren’t just tools—they’re performance-driven beauty essentials designed to elevate your routine. Whether you’re after a sculpted finish or a soft-focus glow, there's a brush tailored to your technique.

By The Rodial Team

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