Holy crap! $52 new MAC brush??

[Meryl]

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Originally Posted by neeshie I'm trying to decide between the 134 and 136...whats the difference between them?

The 134 is a lot wider and the handle is a lot shorter too. I find my 136 is almost too soft and too fluffy and although my 134 is really soft, it seems to have less 'give'... it's less floppy. Which I like.

EDIT - Oh boy, I have too many brushes. I do have the 138!

I thought the brush that BeautyPsycho posted looked familiar. I've completely forgotten to use it. It's like a blush brush... but too big and a face brush... but too small.

What should I use it for?

My 134 is still the perfect brush for me.

 

[MAC_Whore]

It's true that the manufacturing process and materials make a big difference in the price. Of course the name does too. There are cheaper options, it just comes down to what you want to spend.

I can tell you that the quality of MAC brushes are fantastic if you treat them well. I have had some of mine for over 10 years. If any brush has excessive shedding, by all means take it back. If they say no, email customer service and see what they can do.

If you want to feel better about the $52, take a look at the NARS Botan brush. Yeeesh. It is reaaaalllly nice and dense though.

 

[erine1881]

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Originally Posted by BunnyBunnyBunny I love the 138! It's so soft and unique! And I love how when I push it around it bounces right back into the same shape! It's so good. LOVE IT, worth every penny. I work at a Macy's MAC and I know for a fact that this brush is limited edition at our location. If it in fact says that it is permanent on the website, it may either be permanent at all MAC stores, or it is a permanent website exclusive. I'm pretty sure it is not permanent at MAC stores... so it may be the latter.

its permanent at stores and online. LE everywhere else.

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Originally Posted by Meryl The 134 is a lot wider and the handle is a lot shorter too. I find my 136 is almost too soft and too fluffy and although my 134 is really soft, it seems to have less 'give'... it's less floppy. Which I like. EDIT - Oh boy, I have too many brushes. I do have the 138! I thought the brush that BeautyPsycho posted looked familiar. I've completely forgotten to use it. It's like a blush brush... but too big and a face brush... but too small. What should I use it for? My 134 is still the perfect brush for me.

its meant for contouring. the tip of the dome fits perfectly into the hollows of the cheeks. but you can use it for other things too.

 

[sweetangelkiss]

I've been wanting the 138 brush since forever

but it's so expensive in Australia so everyday I go to the mac website and nordstroms and just look at it like a little kid wanting that puppy in the window.

If only I didn't live in Australia

the cost of that ONE brush I could buy 2 or 3 MAC brushes. It does break my heart. I REALLY REALLY REALLY WANT IT.
I saw it on ebay once but was afraid to buy it in case it was fake

 

[Paramnesia]

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Originally Posted by sweetangelkiss I've been wanting the 138 brush since forever but it's so expensive in Australia so everyday I go to the mac website and nordstroms and just look at it like a little kid wanting that puppy in the window. If only I didn't live in Australia the cost of that ONE brush I could buy 2 or 3 MAC brushes. It does break my heart. I REALLY REALLY REALLY WANT IT. I saw it on ebay once but was afraid to buy it in case it was fake

Oh I know how you feel, its so frustrating how it would be cheaper to get brushes in the US and have them shipped over.

 

[girloflowers]

if you think $52 is bad, try paying $85 over here hehe.
I SO WANT ONE though. *needs a job*

 

[LuvinMyMAC]

I've been going back and forth about buying this brush. Originally, I wanted the 150 but I've heard about the shedding and sticking feeling it could give. $52 could hit the pockets a bit hard!! I'm gonna have to cruise the CCO's to ease the pain of buying it at a counter. But at the end I think it will definately be worth it.

 

[elektra513]

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Originally Posted by Pushpa 138 is such an awesome brush i was so glad to see a tapered big brush it gets powder smoothly all over the face and around the eye area...they are hand made and hey still cheaper than the 136

Right! The 136 is $62!!

Don't know if I can do it yet...I only own one MAC brush so far (the 219).

 

[Paramnesia]

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Originally Posted by girloflowers if you think $52 is bad, try paying $85 over here hehe. I SO WANT ONE though. *needs a job*

Oh I feel you're pain, I own no MAC brushes because I'm so poor... plus it makes me angry having to pay so much more.

 

[lazytolove]

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Originally Posted by sweetangelkiss I've been wanting the 138 brush since forever but it's so expensive in Australia so everyday I go to the mac website and nordstroms and just look at it like a little kid wanting that puppy in the window. If only I didn't live in Australia the cost of that ONE brush I could buy 2 or 3 MAC brushes. It does break my heart. I REALLY REALLY REALLY WANT IT. I saw it on ebay once but was afraid to buy it in case it was fake

Ouch you're cute! lol

 

[JesseVanity]

I LOVE this brush. It's great for contoring and it's the softest brush in the whole world.