Makeup and Art Starter Sets in AI answers
Since Sep 24Updated Nov 1, 2026Based on 20 AI responses
Reviewed by Dimitry Apollonsky
AI summary
EcoTools and Real Techniques are an even split in recommendations for beginner makeup brush sets. Real Techniques is often recommended first, while EcoTools is named in many answers but rarely first.
Brands AI mentions
| # | BrandMentioned in | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | 95% A beginner makeup brush set for someone buying their first brushes. | 95% | A beginner makeup brush set for someone buying their first brushes. |
| #1 | 95% A beginner makeup brush set for someone buying their first brushes. | 95% | A beginner makeup brush set for someone buying their first brushes. |
| #3 | 50% A beginner makeup brush set for someone buying their first brushes. | 50% | A beginner makeup brush set for someone buying their first brushes. |
| #3 | 40% A beginner makeup brush set for someone buying their first brushes. | 40% | A beginner makeup brush set for someone buying their first brushes. |
| #5 | 20% A beginner makeup brush set for someone buying their first brushes. | 20% | A beginner makeup brush set for someone buying their first brushes. |
| #5 | 15% A beginner makeup brush set for someone buying their first brushes. | 15% | A beginner makeup brush set for someone buying their first brushes. |
| #5 | 10% A beginner makeup brush set for someone buying their first brushes. | 10% | A beginner makeup brush set for someone buying their first brushes. |
| #5 | 10% | 10% | |
| #5 | 5% A beginner makeup brush set for someone buying their first brushes. | 5% | A beginner makeup brush set for someone buying their first brushes. |
| #5 | 5% | 5% | |
| #5 | 5% | 5% | |
| #5 | 5% A beginner makeup brush set for someone buying their first brushes. | 5% | A beginner makeup brush set for someone buying their first brushes. |
| #5 | 5% A beginner makeup brush set for someone buying their first brushes. | 5% | A beginner makeup brush set for someone buying their first brushes. |
| #5 | 5% | 5% |
Questions by topic
- I am looking for a beginner-friendly set of makeup brushes, what do you recommend?
- I need to buy my first set of makeup brushes. Which sets are best for beginners?
I need to buy my first set of makeup brushes. What are some good options for someone new to this?
Sources AI cites
5% of citations point at the ranked brands’ own sites. allure.com, ulta.com, consumerreports.org are the most-cited sites outside the ranked brands’ own domains.
- 35%
- Best Makeup Brushes & Sets 2026 | Ulta Beauty (opens in a new tab) · 30%
- Real Techniques - Everyday Essentials Makeup Brushes & Sponge Set | Ulta Beauty (opens in a new tab) · 25%
- EcoTools - Start The Day Beautifully Makeup Brush Set | Ulta Beauty (opens in a new tab) · 25%
- e.l.f. Cosmetics - Ten Out of Ten Makeup Brush Kit | Ulta Beauty (opens in a new tab) · 15%
- Real Techniques - Everyday Essentials Makeup Brushes & Sponge Set | Ulta Beauty (opens in a new tab) · 10%
- e.l.f. Cosmetics - Ten Out of Ten Makeup Brush Kit | Ulta Beauty (opens in a new tab) · 10%
- Brush Sets - Tools & Brushes - 19 Products | Ulta Beauty (opens in a new tab) · 10%
- e.l.f. Cosmetics - Flawless Face 6 Piece Brush Collection | Ulta Beauty (opens in a new tab) · 5%
- e.l.f. Cosmetics - Flawless Face 6 Piece Brush Collection | Ulta Beauty (opens in a new tab) · 5%
- EcoTools - Start The Day Beautifully Makeup Brush Set | Ulta Beauty (opens in a new tab) · 5%
- 10%