The Best Eco-Friendly Makeup Brushes for 2023

If you are looking for quality and easy applications, Vapour is the one! They have a stunning collection of black and purple brushes made for synthetic, cruelty-free and vegan hand-tied fibers.

The bristles are super compact and soft, so the application, blending, and shaping process, is a breeze! I think, even with the slightly higher price tag attached, you are getting an all-in-one brush! I am using mine for blush, bronzer, contour, highlighter, and even powder. Talk about a one-stop-shop!

I love how sturdy the handles are, I find think brushes tend to not be as strong, now I can get a more comfortable grip and my make-up technique is really improving!

Anyone who thinks that eco makeup brushes can’t compete with standard brushes probably hasn’t tried 100% Pure. This is a brand I like to refer to as “eco-luxurious”. 100% Pure makes truly stunning and feminine vegan makeup brushes. My favorite part is not just the look and feel of these high-end brushes, but the stuff inside!

Let me explain. These bristles are not just antibacterial, vegan, and cruelty-free, but they are also made from recycled plastic bottles! They are extremely fine and just as gentle on the skin.

100% Pure is an eco brand on a roll, not only do they make sure our brushes are hair-free, but they also donate a bowl of vegan dog food to an animal shelter with every single purchase. You do however also have the choice to have a tree planted instead.

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Made in the UK and 100% Cruelty-free and Vegan, All Natural Collection is well priced and extra fluffy first step in the right direction. These stunning black and white brushes are made with synthetic bristles and a glossy wooden handle.

All Natural Collection makeup brushes do wonders with sensitive skin, and I found them very hygienic when I noticed how easy it was to clean them. All you need to do is wash the brushes with some shampoo under running water and leave them to dry, bristles down.

Now, in case you are wondering, All Natural Collection ships worldwide and you get an extra 10% off your first purchase when you sign up.

I appreciate the simplicity of these brushes; the design, use, cleaning instructions, etc. Overall, I think this is a great brand to pick up brushes (at a good price) for both beginners and professionals.

I mentioned RMS Beauty in my eco-friendly make-up brands piece, but here we are again. Not only do they have great eco makeup, but their brushes are just as wonderful.

There are 15 makeup brushes in the RMS Beauty range, so you are truly spoiled for choice. they might be one of the more pricey recommendations on the list, but they are definitely worth it in terms of quality and brush hair arrangement!

The thing I dislike most about brushes is when they leave a streak-like pattern on my face, exactly like a brushstroke, but what makes RMS brushes so different is the arrangement of the bristles. They are arranged like a fingerprint to give a “skin-to-skin” effect for perfectly smooth makeup in all the lines, edges, and corners of one’s face.

You might think, wow, Sephora is not an eco-brand…well, that is true, they are not. But some of the brands and ranges that they supply ARE truly eco-friendly. So you can experience Sephora’s superior customer experience while still doing your bit for the planet.

The Sephora collection itself uses synthetic bristles, making it cruelty-free, and some other names worth noting include Tart Makeup and Rare Beauty. Both brands along with many others on Sephora are cruelty-free, vegan or both!

Antonym Cosmetics brushes is a popular name in the makeup industry. Their brushes are recommended by some of the very top celebrity makeup artists!

The range consists of 20 brushes; all vegan with bamboo and aluminum handles and some brilliant laser cut bristles (they are so soft!). I found that they work amazing with both powder and cream products, even if you use the same brush (just clean them in between products).

Eco tools is a brand that needs little to no introduction… okay fine, I’ll give it to you, anyway!

Eco tools is a PETA-certified brush company that has thought of every detail when it comes to the journey of their brushes. Each makeup brush is made from recycled aluminum and plastic, the packaging is 100% tree-free paper bamboo, handles and bristles are made of cotton and bamboo fibers.

What a mouth full! Overall these are great brushes if you are looking for all-rounders designed with the planet in mind and come in at a very reasonable price point.

I feel that sometimes makeup brands try to make a statement with really long handles. It was so lovely to have a handle that is a comfortable length for me to use. It’s even short enough to fit into my small travel bag.

We all know and love the scents that capture us at The Body Shop, but did you know they made makeup brushes too? They have a great range of simple brushes that are both eco-friendly and affordable. Made with synthetic fibers and wooden handles (sustainably sourced, if I may add), these vegan brushes are a great purchase!

I trust The Body Shop, maybe that is because I have known and loved them for so long for all their amazing body products, but buying a brush from them was a straightforward decision and they work perfectly for my skin and simple products.

Ahh, I do have a soft spot for Besame Cosmetics. I love their historically-inspired makeup, it just looks so pretty on my vanity. When I found out they also had brushes, I could not wait to order!

Besame Cosmetics was inspired by vintage style makeup, simple yet lavish. The brushes are just a small collection, but great when you need something to pop into your handbag. In particular, I am a big fan of the retractable lip brush; it is glamorous and compact! The bristles are cruelty-free and the handle is made of durable and gorgeous metal.

I think Besame Cosmetics really reminds one how to have full and enjoy the glamour of makeup while keeping it really simple. I could also definitely see myself buying these as a gift - especially for that friend resistant to the zero waste/eco-friendly lifestyle!

ILIA firmly believes in transparency, not just in its brand but also in its products. They believe skin should look like skin. They are known for their buffing and blending brushes that perfectly smoothen out your makeup for the day.

The brushes are made of durable aluminum and synthetic bristles, making them very easy to clean. All you need to do is run them under some lukewarm water with a bit of soap, and there you have it.

The brushes come in different thicknesses and lengths depending on the use. I really enjoy this because it gives me more grip on the tool depending on how I would like to use it. It’s easier to blend Foundation when you can really wrap your hand around the brush.

I enjoy that all the brushes have their own shape and size. If you are new to makeup this really helps you learn how to separate each makeup brush according to its use.

Elate is simple, minimalistic and even PETA certified. Their range comprises of only 6 brushes to cover all your basics such as cheeks and brows. The bristles are made with antibacterial Taklon and the handle is made from bamboo and aluminum.

They might have left out all the frills, but don’t worry, they did not leave out the quality. These amazing fluffy brushes are made in Canada, ready to ship worldwide (except China). Elate’s eco-friendly makeup brushes are sublimely simple, and I could imagine these looking at home in both a beginner and a pro’s makeup kit!

If you are not too sure about which brush you want to try, you can always opt for a makeup brush set instead; the bamboo packaging for the set is worth it.

You can tell that Elate is about more than just beauty. They go the extra mile to make sure their products and packing are as clean and simple as possible. No mess, no fuss. And did you know that they give 2% of their sales back to charity each year?