Sunday 13 January 2013

New Ecotools Brushes 2012

Im constantly on the hunt for new products and especially when there are no reviews for them (makes me curious!). So Ive previously bought some ecotools brushes which were just so soft and great to use that when they come out with a new release I come running to buy it. While they probably wont hit my shores for a long time I will probably just source them from online. However recently I found out that there are fake ecotools which is quite strange since they are quite inexpensive anyway...

So back to the reason for this post! I visited the ecotools website and found out their new releases. While I wont talk about all of them (so if youre curious you can check it out for yourself), i though I would just mention the top 3 which I will hope to be buying when they are instock on my favourite site for buying my brushes (iherb).

Here goes:
1) Face and body sculpting brush.



2) Fresh and flawless complexion brush set (with super cool design!)


picture from iherb.com

  • Flat Concealer Brush
  • Buffing Concealer Brush
  • Precisiion Foundation Brush
  • Complexion Blending Brush
  • Full Powder Brush

    3) Deluxe fan brush


  • On another note, the 6 piece eye essential brush set looks like it has a new packaging! How exciting :) It looks alot prettier but sadly I already have this. I wish they put the beautiful green design on all the packaging (eco travel bags). Also the design looks new on all of the brushes too. They have a darker bronzed metal look with the logo stamped in. Looks very cool!

    Saturday 5 January 2013

    Ecotools and Modelco is now available in which Australian supermarket?

    Both Ecotools and Modelco are now avaliable at Woolworths! I spotted a good variety of brushes and other cosmetic implements at my local store which means Priceline is no longer the only one to stocklist for Ecotools.

    Wednesday 2 January 2013

    REAL TECHNIQUES Core Collection Brushes Review

    Using the right tools is so important and having the right brushes can make a world of difference to your makeup application. Ive been using the Real Techniques Core Collection brushes literally everyday and can honestly say they are incredible!
    L- R: foundation brush, contour brush, concelaer brush and buffing brush.
    The core collection contains 4 essential face brushes:

    The foundation brush -  small tapered tip makes it very easy to reach all parts of the face. It is my everyday foundation brush, hence it is a little dirty. Can be used with liquid foundation, cream products and also great for precise application of highlighter. It's soft yet dense enough to avoid streaks.

    Contour brush - Multipurpose and very useful for applying highlighter, bronzer and blush. I also use this for powder sometimes because it provides a super light and even finish (my favourite of the lot). Makes blending a treat!

    Concealer brush - the precision tip makes concealing blemishes a breeze. It is an absolute dream to blend so evenly without using your fingers hence a very airbrushed finish. The density of the bristles is a bit heavier than the foundation brush so disperses alot more product. It can also be used as a detalier eye brush or lip brush.

    Buffing brush - the flat top makes buffing powders and mineral foundations into the skin very easy and smooth. I am really fond of the fluffiness and softness of the bristles which disperses a good amount of product which can be built to a fuller coverage. It is also great for stippling and blending in liquid foundations and just buffing everything in.

    So thats my run down of all the brushes. As always, I am going to finish off with a quick pro's and con's list.

    PROS:

    - A very very soft and fluffy synthetic bristles, not scratchy at all
    - Brushes do not shed
    - The foundation brush does not absorb liquid products
    - Suitable if you want basic affordable brushes or to supplement your kit
    - Case easily fits another 5-6 brushes and stands (loving the case!)
    - Great for travel
    - Feels sturdy and easy to use

    CONS:
    - Foundation brush is very small and slim
    - Why weren't these made earlier?! they are soo good!

    One more thing the stand is completely genius and unique to this product! It is soo functional and I really like that the elastic is firm enough to fit more brushes. I just like to keep my everyday eye brushes and a lip brush with this and leave it standing. Its just so very cool.
     Here's what it looks like:


    Real Techniques brushes are available at Priceline Australia and also online at iherb.com

    An offer exclusively for my readers (correct at time of posting):
    At Iherb you can get $5 off the total of your first purchase) with free shipping internationally (airmail or DHL from USA) for order over $40.

    How do I get a discount?
    To get $5 off and 2 free samples of your choice with your order use the code: ESU698
    - Valid for first purchase only
    - No minimum spend
    - Can be up to $8 or $10 off during promotional periods
    - Free shipping with orders over $40 (correct at time of publishing)
    - Shipping to Australia is only about $4 for orders under $40