MAC BRUSHES (GENERAL DISCUSSION)
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erine1881
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It's a must-have if you're into contouring!
jennyap
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Great thread, so much useful info!
My brush collection is small, LE collections keep eating up my money, but I want to expand it for sure this year.
I currently have
129
239
275
130SE
187SE
282SE
286SE
I use the 129 and 239 every day - I need to get at least one more 239, love that thing!
I don't think I've even used the 282SE or 286SE yet - not sure what best to use them for, any suggestions?
My brush collection is small, LE collections keep eating up my money, but I want to expand it for sure this year.
I currently have
129
239
275
130SE
187SE
282SE
286SE
I use the 129 and 239 every day - I need to get at least one more 239, love that thing!
I don't think I've even used the 282SE or 286SE yet - not sure what best to use them for, any suggestions?
lilinah
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Quote: Originally Posted by katruiz
I am going to repurchase three mac brushes. What would be the three eye/cheek you would recommend? I haven't used MAC brushes in forever! Thanks
I would recommend either the 187 or the 188 Duo Fiber stippling brush. I prefer the smaller 188, but the two are quite similar. I find mine invaluable for applying blush and highlighter. They're especially good with intensely colored or sparkly products, in that they do not apply too much - so you can go for a subtle look - or you can build up more color if you prefer.
I should say i just use my 188 with powders, although the fibers can handle emollient products.
However, for cream blush and face products, i prefer the 130 Short Duo Fiber - it's short in that the soft white hairs are shorter then on the 187 & 188. It's great for Casual Colour creams - and i've just gotten some NARS cream blushes.
I am going to repurchase three mac brushes. What would be the three eye/cheek you would recommend? I haven't used MAC brushes in forever! Thanks
I would recommend either the 187 or the 188 Duo Fiber stippling brush. I prefer the smaller 188, but the two are quite similar. I find mine invaluable for applying blush and highlighter. They're especially good with intensely colored or sparkly products, in that they do not apply too much - so you can go for a subtle look - or you can build up more color if you prefer.
I should say i just use my 188 with powders, although the fibers can handle emollient products.
However, for cream blush and face products, i prefer the 130 Short Duo Fiber - it's short in that the soft white hairs are shorter then on the 187 & 188. It's great for Casual Colour creams - and i've just gotten some NARS cream blushes.
lilinah
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Good to know. I don't have a good contouring brush right now. I've saved it to my "Favorites".
Does anyone else have a favorite contouring brush?
DILLIGAF
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I love her books and her work.
GlamYOURUs
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MAC brushes I own...
Face:
183
180
185
182
128
169
163
130
187
195
129
116
193
129 SE
Eyes:
239 x 2
217 x 2
234
224
219
242
286
217 SE
275 SE
252 SE
239 SE
219 SE
212 SE
209 SE X 2
266 SE
Lips:
316 SE
Erine and gang, what brushes am I missing AND which ones do you HIGHLY recommend that is not in my stash?
I think my MAC stash of brushes is pretty good. I love them all! But I want to try other brands, what other brands do you also recommend? Thanks! =)
Face:
183
180
185
182
128
169
163
130
187
195
129
116
193
129 SE
Eyes:
239 x 2
217 x 2
234
224
219
242
286
217 SE
275 SE
252 SE
239 SE
219 SE
212 SE
209 SE X 2
266 SE
Lips:
316 SE
Erine and gang, what brushes am I missing AND which ones do you HIGHLY recommend that is not in my stash?
I think my MAC stash of brushes is pretty good. I love them all! But I want to try other brands, what other brands do you also recommend? Thanks! =)
GlamYOURUs
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I really reckon you shouldn't. :\
It's such a rip off and they didn't innovate anything, it's just an OVEN GLOVE that you can get any home appliance store. Save your money!
MissTT
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I feel like I know the answer to this question while at the same time feeling like I'm missing something. What is the difference between a crease brush and a blending (tapered) brush? I've got a brush like the 226 which is called a blending brush, but it seems to be intended for the crease. Do I need something else for blending? I just confused myself.
A blending brush will be a little looser such as a 224 or 217
the 226 Is tighter packed to deposit more color
erine1881
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Definitely the 188 for either liquid foundation or cheek highlighting. The 226 if you can find it, and the 231 is insane for lips!!! I don't use any other brand brush, so i can't help ya there. But i will tell you the mascara spoolie and brow/lash comb from Sonja Kashuk (at target) are the bomb!!! Super inexpensive and very high quality!
Don't do it!!! I saw one like it in the kitchen section at BB&B for $10. But using your bare hand is FREE!!!I really reckon you shouldn't. :\ It's such a rip off and they didn't innovate anything, it's just an OVEN GLOVE that you can get any home appliance store. Save your money!
sss215
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I think you'll love it! Keep me posted on how you like it with the brushes!
GlamYOURUs
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I have something similar to 188 in my stash that is non-MAC.
Omg how did I manage not to know about the 226!? I'll have to look on ebay.
I'll look into the 231.
I actually do like SK's brushes tbh. They do the job and they are affordable! I have her bent liner brush, crease and blending brush and a stippling brush. I recently bought a kit on clearance from her line and it has an amazing buffer/blush brush! So soft and dense. But I'll look for the mascara spoolie and brow comb.
erine1881
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I used to use SK brushes before i worked for mac and went crazy over their brushes. But you can't beat $2 for the spoolie! And I love the lash comb. I even have the travel one i keep in my purse at all times! My sister got it for me one year for an xmas stocking stuffer as a joke. I almost tossed it, but I'd be lost without it! Beats the new mac one (which is CRAP-thanks estee lauder and your shitty plastic blunt comb
)
Now I've got Wayne Goss' video on it in my head, because that's exactly what he called it: an oven glove. :lol: Seriously, though, I agree; it's seriously overpriced for what it is. A dog groomer's glove is much less expensive, or you can just use your hands like usual.I really reckon you shouldn't. :\ It's such a rip off and they didn't innovate anything, it's just an OVEN GLOVE that you can get any home appliance store. Save your money!
Prettypackages
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what is the difference btwn the 138 and the 165. besides the fact that the 165 is discontinued.
erine1881
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Size. The 138 is big, the 165 is smaller. Size-wise, it's like comparing the 150 to the 116.
