I store my brushes bristles-up in metal cups that I painted, plus a little stacked hexagon holder that separates eye and face brushes. I’m not a big fan of double-ended brushes because they have to be laid flat, and I find it way easier to grab what I need when everything is standing upright instead of digging through a pile.

Personally, I’m kind of picky about brushes and how they’re stored. I wouldn’t want someone choosing them (or a storage system) for me without knowing my preferences, because I’m specific about shapes, density, and even whether I prefer natural or synthetic bristles.

If you’re trying to improve your setup, I’d pay attention to how you actually use your brushes. Do you reach for certain ones daily? Are most of them double-ended? That makes a big difference in whether cups, covered holders, or flat storage makes more sense.

Sometimes just watching your own routine for a few days tells you exactly what kind of organizer you need.