Makeup brush, just like a makeup, has tons of brands that retails many different lines and types of brushes. There's Mac, Morphe, Sigma, Bobbi Brown, Tarte, Anastasia Beverly Hills, Clinique, etc. Plus, local brands like Fashion 21, Nichido, Fanny Serrano, Careline, etc.
Some brands may even sell makeup brushes (tools) alone, such as Real Techniques, and Eco Tools.
What's important for us to know is if it works well. Some splurge because they believe that higher end makeup brushes are better and would last longer.
Others may say that brushes sold at online shops aren't good, or may tend to have fallouts.
I may somehow agree that cheaper ones tend to break easier, but maintenance is key. I have some cheap makeup brushes, and they work wonders.
Makeup brushes shouldn't really be the product you splurge on. High-end ones have an impeccable quality, no doubt, but cheap makeup brushes can do the job as well.
I've also seen loads of videos on youtube that proves how amazing a beauty blender works compared to a cheap teardrop-shaped sponge. I personally own a cheap teardrop-shaped sponge (got it from Saizen) and it's not quite soft like how I expected it to be, nor is it easy to clean, but it sets my makeup well especially when it is damp.
Fun fact: Did you know that Wayne Goss (gossmakeupartist) prefers that cheap triangular sponges over beauty blenders. The triangle sponges are best when doing the baking technique. Goss said that he prefers using them since they blend the foundation on the skin well enough for it to look more natural or have a natural finish.
Anyway, taking care of the makeup brush is simple. Clean them thoroughly with oil and dishwashing soap (or any brush cleaner) and don't completely submerge in water, just rinse. Completely dry them (I wrap them around towels then let the excess water drip off the brush) and store properly, away from extreme temperatures.
For the makeup sponge, you need to drench them in water then use a baby shampoo to clean them thoroughly. Squeeze it continuously until the sponge does not contain any more soap, then just lay it on a clean dry place to dry it.
However, there are duo fiber brushes that can make your makeup look superb and flawless. These kinds of brushes are available at Mac, and can be quite expensive, but they are worth the price for some people who can afford it.
People with sensitive skin might want to use a higher end product since they are softer and not very harsh for the skin.
There is also two types of makeup brush, synthetic and natural.
To simplify it, synthetic makeup brushes are made from synthetic or man-made fibers. They are best used with liquid or cream products, especially the ones that are densely packed.
Natural makeup brushes are basically made from natural hairs. They are typically made of horse hair or goat hair. They have coatings on each fiber, so it's best to use them with powders since creamy consistencies tend to be absorbed quickly.
Typically, brushes with natural hair tend to be more expensive. They are most likely sold at high-end stores while the only makeup sponge I know of is Real Techniques Miracle Complexion Sponge and the Beauty Blender. Cheaper sponges are usually sold per pack and are usually referred to as "disposable sponges."
My only concern for cheap sponges is that they have the capacity to absorb foundations with a more liquidy consistency, but I know how well they work on creamy foundations, that's why I use cheaper sponges for thicker foundations.
In conclusion, I believe that you shouldn't really spend much on makeup brushes/sponges. Unless special circumstances like sensitivity applies.
There's nothing wrong with spending money, for as long as it is worth the price and works really well, then go for it.
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