Showing posts with label makeup brush. Show all posts
Showing posts with label makeup brush. Show all posts

Thursday, September 12, 2013

Real Techniques Brushes | Review

Hello Angels
Long time no see??!! I was not keeping well and hence the lack of blog posts. Doing much better now and making a come back with a review on the very famous Real Techniques Makeup brushes by Samantha Chapman. One among the Pixiwoo sisters. I simply adore these ladies and follow their beauty videos regularly.

Last month i purchased the RT Stippling brush. The intention was to use the same for Blush application. The quality of the brush is beyond amazing and i totally understand the hype now. The bristles are made of ultra plush taklon, which are uber soft and gentle on your skin. I now use it for blush and highlighter application. Never have i experienced a more natural and air brushed look. It blends in the product neatly and effortlessly. A dream come true for all those ladies (incl myself!) who are lazy when it comes to blending!!


After the immense satisfaction i received from my first purchase, i could not resist but look for more 'must haves' from the brand. So with out further a due, my shopping cart was filled with a Eye Makeup starter kit. I am a massive massive fan of eye makeup. You cannot separate me from gel eyeliner, mascara and kohl. So it only seemed right for me to order the eye makeup kit. The starter kit includes a shadow, Crease, Accent, Eyeliner and a Brow brush. Plus they come in a user friendly case. What more can you ask for??

The crease and accent brush are my favorite. Handle of these brushes fit perfectly into your hands, giving the right grip and control during application. RT brushes are way more cheaper than MAC and Sigma brushes. Making them even more worth bagging! Stippling brush $10 and the starter kit $18. However, since the official website does not offer International shipping, i had to buy mine from a local Middle east based website for a slightly higher price. No Complaints!!!

Samantha also provides online tutorials on how best each of her brush can be put to use. So do check them out after your purchase. Next on my wish list is the buffing brush (saving up!)

Do you own a real techniques brush? What other brands would you suggest?
Have a rocking weekend guys...

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Monday, July 29, 2013

What Just Happened to My Sigma??

Hello Angels
Yes, this is a very uncalled for blog post! This is me, seeking answers! Ladies following me on Twitter, must have surely noticed me going bonkers last weekend.

 I use the Sigma F82, flat topped kabuki brush for foundation and F84 for blush mostly.
I had never felt the need to replace them, though many at a times i was tempted to board the Real Techniques wagon. But since they gave me no trouble (until now!), i decided to cling onto Sigma

Over the weekend, i decided to clean my Make Up brushes. A very normal routine i follow every week.
So i washed both my brushes with lukewarm soap water (hand wash soap, again something i normally use). Placed them on a towel and let dry overnight. Next day i realized, the bristles of F82 had gotten all firm and rigid. It felt hard as a rock over my face. Plus a lot of bristles seemed to have moved away from the center (Pic 3).  

Honestly, my first reaction was 'what the f***'. I ran myself over the process of cleaning. Yes, i didn't do anything out of the ordinary. What just happened then?? It simply decided to go all bad on me!! While the Blush brush turned out perfectly OK after the wash (Pic 2). 



I purchased these two together, 1 and half years ago. I don't think one year of normal usage would ruin a Make Up brush. Provided i took good care of them! So the question remains unanswered. I raised a query with Sigma beauty and they have kindly offered to replace the brush for me! But what if this happens again?? And
What do i do till then?? I am not a fan of sponges. So yes, in the interim, while i wait for my international shipment, i will have to get another one!! errr.......

Am going to leave this post open for discussion. As any of you faced this problem before?? Please do let me know or advice 

On a happier note, have a lovely week ahead..

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