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| 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
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
- 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:
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
