Achieve an ultra smooth, poreless finish when applying foundation, tinted moisturizer, or other creamy face product with the e.l.f. Foundation Brush. The tapered bristles are designed to contour your face for a seamless, flawless finish.
This cruelty-free brush is made with 100% animal hair-free, synthetic bristles.
Proud to be 100% vegan and cruelty-free, worldwide. Because kindness is chic.
Number of Pieces: 1
Trial/Mini/Travel Size: Yes
Health Facts: Phthalate-Free, Vegan, Paraben-Free
Handle Material: Wood, Plastic
Brush Bristle Material: Nylon
Sustainability Claims: Not Tested on Animals, Cruelty-Free
Recommended Use: Multipurpose, Cream, Liquid
Beauty Purpose: Contouring, Blending
Tip Type: Round
Bristle material type: Synthetic
Style: Multipurpose Brush, Foundation Brush
Care & Cleaning: Air Dry, Wash With Soap and Water
TCIN: 16602015
UPC: 609332241114
Item Number (DPCI): 052-16-1336
Origin: Imported
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Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 0.66 inches length x 1.31 inches width x 7.73 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.03 pounds
Return details
This item can be returned to any Target store or Target.com.
This item must be returned within 90 days of the date it was purchased in store, delivered to the guest, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or picked up by the guest.
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The foundation brush has garnered mixed feedback from guests, with many appreciating its affordability and versatility for various applications, including face masks and concealer. While some guests find it effective for blending foundation, others report issues with streakiness and shedding bristles over time. Its soft bristles and comfortable handle are frequently highlighted, making it a suitable choice for beginners and those looking for a budget-friendly option.
Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
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4.3 out of 5 stars
432 star ratings
4.3 out of 5 stars with 432 reviews
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58% would recommend
31 recommendations
4 out of 5 stars
8 February, 2026Verified purchase
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Lasts awhile, however the brush hairs start shedding after a couple months of use.
Michelle
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1 out of 5 stars
8 December, 2025Verified purchase
Item Never Came
The item never came in my package.
Crystal
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1 out of 5 stars
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3 January, 2025Verified purchase
Eye color: Blue
Skin tone: Light
Skin type: Normal
Skin concern: Pores
Hair color: Blonde
Get something else
The material feels like fiber glass and irritates the face
Amelia
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4 out of 5 stars
20 December, 2024
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
Foundation Brush
I have used this foundation brush for like the past 4 or 5 years! I really like it! I have bought it I believe 3 or 4 different times!
Kris44
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5 out of 5 stars
22 September, 2024
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
Best Face Mask Brush
For the price this brush is worth having in your collection. It’s become my go-to face mask applicator. I’ve used it so much and for so long that it’s falling apart and I’m coming back for another one.
The elf foundation brush is small (as per some who left reviews) but I find it only takes a few moments to cover my face with foundation using this soft brush. I’ve had the brush for a few weeks now, and it’s holding up perfectly. My foundation glides on using the elf foundation brush and is especially helpful when using under the eyes. I like to get as close to my bottom lashes as possible, and this brush comes in handy for that as well. I have no ‘cons’ and will definitely buy another once this foundation brush wears out!
MKBU
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3 out of 5 stars
22 June, 2024
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
Brush, meh
It’s an Okay brush. Small, but good for the price. I Prefer the look of a sponge.
amacinglook
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1 out of 5 stars
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28 March, 2024Verified purchase
Skin concern: Blackheads, Uneven skin tone, Dark circles, Pores, Acne
Skin tone: Light
Skin type: Combination
Eye color: Green
Hair color: Brunette
Doesnt blend your makeup
I love the brand buuuut I do not recommend this brush for foundation, it doesn’t blend the makeup and you can only see at the end lines where it doesn’t blend, it’s very synthetic
Elf makeup brush
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easy to remove: 3 out of 5
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5 out of 5 stars
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24 March, 2024Verified purchase
Skin type: Oily
Hair color: Brunette
Eye color: Brown
Skin concern: Dark circles, Sensitivity, Calluses, Blackheads, Redness, Pores, Cellulite
Skin tone: Medium
Good foundation brush
Easy to clean, works just as well as ( if not better than) my more expensive one from Sephora
Lianne
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5 out of 5 stars
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1 January, 2024Verified purchase
Skin concern: Acne
Eye color: Blue
Skin type: Normal
Skin tone: Light
Hair color: Blonde
Great for undereyes!
This product is great for under eye application! I don’t own foundation, but I do use this brush for concealer, and sometimes blush on my cheek bones. I highly recommend to anyone needing a cheap option!
brownbearlover
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5 out of 5 stars
25 November, 2023
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
Great full coverage
This is a great brush to get a full coverage foundation.
btidgettreviever
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5 out of 5 stars
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30 October, 2023Verified purchase
Skin concern: Pores, Uneven skin tone, Puffiness
Skin tone: Medium
Hair color: Grey
Skin type: Normal
Great little foundation brush.
Bought this to replace an older brush that was beginning to fall apart. It has a short handle and is easy to use. I use it to apply concealer. Too new to tell if it will last a long time. But for $3 I feel I got my money’s worth. I’d recommend trying it.
Val
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5 out of 5 stars
10 September, 2023
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
No complaints!
This brush does the job at a great price! Applied my foundation beautifully with out sopping up a bunch of product. It doesn’t buff the product into the skin but I didn’t expect it to. Apply the foundation with the brush and beat it in with a sponge. So fab. OH! And it’s a miracle worker for face masks/clay masks/etc.
Miki007
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4 out of 5 stars
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15 June, 2023
Skin tone: Medium
Skin type: Normal
Skin concern: Acne, Sensitivity
Hair color: Brunette
Eye color: Brown
Great but some issues
I bought two of these because they were the size of my eyeshadow pallet sections and I do theater and eyeshadow works best for me, but during the handling because of moving around so much they didnt exactly hold up, one got a small crack in it but the other one got 4 major cracks in the handle like most of my other elf brushes, the elf brushes sadly didnt hold up as much as my cheaper brushes. I would buy again and just try to handle them better, somehow, but they still deserve credit because it was cheaper and as much as I did try to treat them with respect its also my fault for handling them in rougher circumstances than a regular gently used brush.
AMAZING
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5 out of 5 stars
2 May, 2023
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
ITS A MUST BUY
I'm learning to enhance my makeup skills and this brush is amazing for application, paired with a beauty blender is 😍
Anna2007
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2 out of 5 stars
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11 April, 2023Verified purchase
Eye color: Green
Skin concern: Redness, Dark circles, Aging, Sun damage
Hair color: Blonde
Skin tone: Light
Skin type: Combination
Eh...not what I had hoped for
Bought this for applying concealer under my eyes. Just smears the concealer and doesn’t blend well. Washed well but wouldn’t recommend for cream or liquid.
Jmom
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1 out of 5 stars
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3 April, 2023Verified purchase
Would not recommend
As others said, this is not good for liquid foundation
Lln
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1 out of 5 stars
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1 February, 2023Verified purchase
Skin type: Combination
Skin tone: Light
Pass
This brush is wayyyy too soft. It wouldn’t blend my foundation at all. Maybe nice for something else, but not liquid foundation.
S
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4 out of 5 stars
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18 January, 2023Verified purchase
Eye color: Blue
Hair color: Blonde
Skin tone: Light
Skin type: Combination
Just another brush
I guess it works well? I’ve never been one to use a brush to apply foundation because I just feel like it eats product. It definitely still feels like I’m using more product when I apply with this brush, but it’s not worse than any other foundation brush I’ve used. It’s soft and doesn’t hurt.
Sjenkins5
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2 out of 5 stars
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8 December, 2022Verified purchase
Skin type: Normal
Eye color: Brown
Hair color: Black
Skin concern: Dark circles
Skin tone: Medium
Not waht I expected
It’s not for ideal for applying concealer so I don’t care for it much .