MAC 187 Brush Knockoffs?

[lalunia]

Re: MAC 187 brush knockoffs?

I bought the Flirt brush at Kohl's thinking it would save me a ton of money by using it instead of the 187.. boy was I wrong. The only thing the Flirt brush does is shed - its too thin and not dense enough to use imo. I dont even use it for blush or MSFs

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If you're looking for a knockoff, I would pass on this one ladies.

 

[AlarmAgent]

Re: MAC 187 brush knockoffs?

Sonia Kashuk has a new 187-alike, it's referred to in that line as a "Highlighter Brush". It's 13 dollars, and available at Target. I haven't tried it yet, but the reviews on MUA have been positive so far! I can't wait to hunt one up.

edit - Elektra513: I'm so sorry I missed your post earlier in this thread, and pretty much just made a dingus of myself by posting old information and acting like it was a total hot new thing.

I was just overcome with excitement! I can't wait to try the SK brush still, though!

 

[elektra513]

Re: MAC 187 brush knockoffs?

Quote:

Originally Posted by elektra513 I found the Sonia Kashuk "highlighting" brush at Target yesterday for $12.99. It was a Target Greatland, though, so I don't know if you have one in your area (it's a middle-ground floorplan between a regular Target and a SuperTarget). I have SuperTarget's and regular Target's here, and this is my 1st time seeing it. I haven't used it on my face w/makeup yet, but I did stipple my foundation on my hand with it, and it's very sturdy and blends nicely . When I washed it, it didn't bleed or shed, but it did take FOREVER to dry. I cannot compare it to the 187 or Sephora Stippling, but for the price, I plan on buying a second one, definitely (esp. b/c of the wait time for drying). HTH

Update:

I finally got a chance to use this brush on my face, and it's so good! Me likey

 

[athena123]

Re: MAC 187 brush knockoffs?

Thank you alarm and elektra for posting about the Sonia Kushak knockoff. I'll have to try one! I love these duo fiber brushes and want to stock up so I have at least 3 of them! One for liquid MMU, another for blush/msf and another as a backup for when I wash the liquid brush

 

[Dreamergirl3]

Re: MAC 187 brush knockoffs?

anyone tried the NYX version?
NYX Professional Flat Top Brush :: Makeup Brushes :: Tools :: Cherry Culture :: Makeup Cosmetics

 

[braidey]

Re: MAC 187 brush knockoffs?

Coastalscents.com have knockoff 187 brushes for 8.00

 

[MACa6325xi]

Re: MAC 187 brush knockoffs?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dreamergirl3 anyone tried the NYX version? NYX Professional Flat Top Brush :: Makeup Brushes :: Tools :: Cherry Culture :: Makeup Cosmetics

Yeah, read my post on NYX brushes.

 

[K_ashanti]

mac 187 brush right now is there a cheaper one i can get to use that is similar?????

 

[Stephie Baby]

Re: i can't afford

Delete

 

[Stephie Baby]

Re: i can't afford

Check out this video. He talks about tons of alternative brushes. He also has another video about using artist brushes.

Coastal Scents: Duo Fiber Black Stippling Brush

YouTube - CHEAP Brushes! include alternative to MAC 187

 

[Amaranth]

Re: i can't afford

If you can get some Quo, they have an extremely similar brush, and I THINK that NYX has one too.

 

[kimmy]

Re: i can't afford

flirt makes one for six dollars...i don't think you can order it online though, and i don't know if there's any kohls near you.

 

[user79]

Re: i can't afford

http://specktra.net/f188/mac-187-brush-knockoffs-27292/

http://specktra.net/f167/coastal-sce...?highlight=187

 

[elektra513]

Re: MAC 187 brush knockoffs?

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Originally Posted by athena123 Thank you alarm and elektra for posting about the Sonia Kushak knockoff. I'll have to try one! I love these duo fiber brushes and want to stock up so I have at least 3 of them! One for liquid MMU, another for blush/msf and another as a backup for when I wash the liquid brush

Athena, wanted to update again for you. I don't use this for my foundation (I use powder), but I use this for my blushes--namely NARS--and this is the perfect brush for this, y'know b/c NARS is so heavily pigmented. I probably will end up getting a 187 down the road just b/c I love the SK brush so much (and I noticed at the MAC f/s the 187 fibres are slightly stiffer than the SK). It gives the perfect flush that's fool-proof.

 

[vocaltest]

If anyone from the UK reads this... I bought a 187 dupe brush from GOSH (in superdrug) for £11, and its just as good! If you can't find it try one of the bigger stores, the little store didn't have their brushes!

 

[hhunt2]

I think I will get the Sephora Stippling Brush v.s. Mac's 187 because...

Sephora's brush is cheaper (by $7) and same quaility (well according to other Specktra's). Plus I don't have a Pro card to get the 187 at a cheaper price. Also, Sephora has the points program so I'll redeem a full size product for free. So yea, Sephora it is!

 

[girloflowers]

i really like the NYX one ^.^

 

[KTB]

I'm glad to read that some of you guys like the QUO brush. I want to ttry my foundation with my 187 but don't want to get it all dirty since I use if for my MSFs, now I'm not going to have to

 

[Gadook]

I have the Costal Scentes knockoff, and I love it!
It did shed and wash with a bit of color at first, but it stopped after a few "baths".
I haven't tried the 187 (my limit is no where near that...), but I like how it works with both liquid makeup and blush.

 

[reesesilverstar]

twixtbetwixt on youtube did a review comparing the 187 to the ULTA hilighting brush. She says it's pretty much the same. It cost's $26 and ULTA usually has coupons for $3.50 off or 20% off 1 item. So it should be a good deal.

I'd post a video link, but I'm at work, and Youtube's banned...