Tag: Makeup brushes

The Vintage Cosmetic Company Makeup Brushes

I’d been in need of some new makeup brushes for a while and so I was happy that one of my Christmas presents off my grandparents this year, was this selection of brushes and brush roll from The Vintage Cosmetic Company.

Although I’d heard of The Vintage Cosmetic Company before, it had never occurred to me that they might be a good brand to go to for makeup brushes.

I’ve currently been using these brushes each time I apply my makeup and I am loving them. The brush hairs are soft and each makeup brush helps me to apply my makeup with ease. I also really like the look of these brushes and the fact that they have the brush names printed on the handles.

I think it’s great that the brush roll is oil clothe because it means that it easily wipes clean if and when I do get any makeup on it. I also love the pretty floral print of the brush roll, which certainly has a vintage look.

What I got:
blusher brush
smokey eye brush set
powder brush
foundation brush
lip brush
concealer brush
brush roll

I’m currently loving all of these brushes but my favourite three have to be the foundation brush, powder brush and blush brush.

It’s been a while since I last used a foundation brush (as I had been using mostly sponges for quite some time). This foundation brush helps my makeup to easily glide on and it is great for creating a flawless look. I’ve been using a small about of brush cleaner after each use, in order to keep the brush clean and so far it’s stayed really soft.

The powder and blush brushes are great at picking up just the right amount of product for a light and easy application. It’s been such a long time since I found a blush brush that I like as much as this one. It helps my blusher to glide on like a dream and I feel it’s perfect for adding just the right amount of blush.

Which brand of makeup brushes do you like to use? Have you tried any of the makeup brushes from The Vintage Cosmetic Company?

Samio x

January 11, 2016
Look Good Feel Better Makeup Tools

With all my makeup and what not, I feel one thing that I seriously lack is a wide range of appropriate tools/brushes for applying it. I think my problem is that I spend too much time looking for and purchasing fancy makeup and not enough time focusing on which tools to buy to apply it. Don’t get me wrong, I always have a foundation brush and that sort of thing but I have to say I’m not the most adventurous when it comes to purchasing new ones and their are so many out there, it’s often hard to choose.

A brand that is new to me is Look Good Feel Better. After recently being introduced to it and trying out some of their makeup tools I’m pleased to say that not only are their makeup brushes great but they also support a great cause too as the LGFB charity supports women struggling with the visible side effects from their cancer treatment.

Flawless Complexion Sponge

At first I wasn’t so sure about this sponge. I’ve had them used on me in the past by makeup artists and they have always done a great job but for me I just wasn’t getting the same results… Until I got used to the technique. I had to remind myself that this isn’t a foundation brush, it’s a sponge and so rubbing it around my face was just dragging my foundation around and not really blending it. I’ve found that dabbing works best to blend the product when using this sponge and using the tip actually works perfectly for when you’re trying to conceal spots or blemishes.

Angled Contour Brush

One thing I was serioulsy in need of was a new contour brush. This one works like a dream, as the rounded angle of the brush works perfectly to lightly contour my cheeks without making my bronzer come out looking too harsh. The brush is so soft and it’s probably my favourite one out of the three.

Powder Brush

This brush (like the contour bush) is so soft and it perfectly and lightly helps me to apply just the right amount of powder to my face so that I can decrease shine without looking too powdery. It’s been ages since I found a powder brush that I liked as much as this one and I’m really pleased with it.

Overall I’m really happy with these Look Good Feel Better makeup tools and I’d definitly recommend them. I’d now really like to try out more of the brushes from their range too.

Have you tried anything from the Look Good Feel Better range? What’s your favourite brand of makeup tools and brushes?

You can shop the Look Good Feel Better range here.

Samio x

Some of the items may have been sent to me for review purposes, however this does not affect my opinions – check out my disclaimer for further information.

July 27, 2015
Uspicy 10 Piece Makeup Brush Set Review

Recently I received these makeup brushed from Uspicy. I hadn’t previously heard of the brand before so I didn’t know what to expect but when they arrived I was pleasantly surprised and have been ever since using them.

First of all they come neatly packaged in this gift style storage box. Inside the set contains 10 different makeup brushes; 5 large and 5 slim/smaller brushes, each for different types of makeup application.

Along with the set comes a small booklet which includes a list and picture of each brush, along with a small description next to each, suggesting what each brush be used for. The booklet includes multiple languages, one of them of course being English. The booklet is quite helpful especially if you’re not used to using some of the makeup brushes, as it tells you which part of the face and what type of products they are intended for. The only error I spotted was that one of the brushes was titled in what I can only describe as gibberish, which I renamed the ‘Rounded Angled Brush’ for the purpose of this post. Other than that, I found the booklet rather handy.

As well as the booklet, inside the box comes a Uspicy card, which you can write on as a gift card to someone if you’re giving the brushes as a present.

The brushes themselves are smartly branded in gold with the Uspicy logo and have glossy white handles and gold rims. I think the brushes look smart and each brush feels so soft! I’ve loved using the flat brush to apply my BB cream/foundation and the round brush to add powder. Both feel lovely and soft when applying products all over my face. I’ve used the majority of the brushes in this kit so far and I’m really pleased with all of them. As of yet I’ve seen no malting and the brushes have kept their softness even after regular use.

I think these brushes are really good value for money and I’m glad I was introduced to them as they have now took the place of my everyday makeup brushes. You can find the Uspicy brushes here.

Flat Brush

Tapered Brush

Flat Angled Brush

Rounded Angled Brush

Round Brush

Precision Flat Brush

Precision Tapered Brush

Precision Flat Angled Brush

Precision Angled Brush

Precision Round Brush

Samio x

March 3, 2015