What kind of makeup brushes are good? Hot Topics and Purchase Guides on the Internet
In the past 10 days, discussions on the material of makeup brushes have become a hot topic in the beauty circle. The comparison of the advantages and disadvantages of animal hair, artificial fiber and mixed hair is frequently on the hot searches on social media. This article will combine hot discussions across the entire network and use structured data analysis to answer the core questions of makeup brush material for you.
1. Top 5 discussions on the materials of popular makeup brushes on the entire network

| Ranking | Topic keywords | Discussion volume (10,000) | Hot Trends |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Goat wool makeup brush | 128.5 | ↑35% |
| 2 | Artificial fiber brushes environmentally friendly | 96.2 | ↑42% |
| 3 | Squirrel hair eye shadow brush | 78.9 | ↑18% |
| 4 | Horse hair loose plaster brush | 65.3 | →Align |
| 5 | mink hair vs synthetic hair | 53.7 | ↓12% |
2. Comparison of performance of makeup brushes of different wool quality
| Material Type | Powder grabbing power | Softness | Durability | Suitable for products | Average price (yuan) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goat wool | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★☆ | Loose powder/blush | 80-300 |
| Squirrel hair | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ | Eyeshadow/highlight | 150-500 |
| Artificial fibers | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | Liquid/paste | 30-200 |
| Horse hair | ★★★★☆ | ★★☆☆☆ | ★★★★☆ | Eyeliner/Eyebrow powder | 50-250 |
3. Analysis of popular controversial topics
1.The battle between animal hair vs artificial hair environmental protection: Recently, a celebrity's speech "Boycotting Animal Brushes" received 1.2 million likes, but professional makeup artist @Lisa_Makeup pointed out: "High-quality animal brushes can be used for more than 10 years, while artificial brushes can be replaced in an average of 2 years, which may not be more environmentally friendly in the long run."
2.Who is the king of cost performance?Xiaohongshu's actual test data shows that hybrid hair brushes (animal hair + artificial fiber) are the best balanced in powder grip and durability, becoming a popular choice for students. Related notes increased by 32,000 in 7 days.
3.Special materials rise: The "carbon fiber bristles" launched by Japanese brands have become a new internet celebrity. Its antibacterial properties have sparked discussions, but the unit price of 568 yuan has also caused controversy about whether it is worth it or not.
4. Expert purchasing suggestions
1.Base makeup brush: Artificial fiber is more suitable for liquid foundations, and its residue-free and easy to clean is highly respected. 90% of the "flat-head foundation brushes" that have been popular recently use special synthetic fibers.
2.Eyeshadow brush: Professional makeup artists generally recommend gray squirrel hair, which has the best balance of softness and color rendering. Note: There has been a phenomenon of "dying and impersonation" in the market recently, and it is recommended to choose products with hairy scale detection reports.
3.Selection of sensitive skin: Dermatologists recommend avoiding horse hair (higher hardness), and choose specially treated thin-skinned wool, which has a natural scale structure that reduces skin friction.
5. 2023 cosmetic brush material innovation trend
| Innovation direction | Representative technology | Advantages | Brand Cases |
|---|---|---|---|
| Environmentally friendly synthesis | Plant-based fiber | Degradable | EcoTools new product series |
| Smart material | Temperature-discolored hair | Cleaning reminder | Japanese Baifengtang limited edition |
| Mixing process | Three-layer structural hair | Accurate powder pickup | Sonia Kashuk patent brush |
Through the above analysis, it can be seen that the selection of makeup brush material needs to comprehensively consider the usage scenario, budget and ethical preferences. It is recommended that consumers combine and match according to their actual needs, and do not have to blindly pursue a single material. The recent hotly discussed "artificial wool technology advancement" deserves continuous attention, and more breakthrough choices may appear in the future.
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