Sigma Brushes

[malaviKat]

That's pretty odd. I've had 3 150s - one I gave as a gift, one I use frequently and one is a backup (and subsequently does not get washed a lot). None of them have bled the way you're describing. But I know a few people have complained about terrible bleeding problems so you do have a point.

I bought their 197 in January. That brush.... OMG ... it is SO soft. Their retractable kabuki (which is also synthetic) is ridiculously soft as well. I didn't think anything could be softer than the ss150... but it is.

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Originally Posted by nichollecaren I keep telling myself that, but the suspense!! lol agreed!!! I wanted to share something though - I have two SS150s I bought one on here, and one directly from Sigma (yep, loved it that much) One has never shed, never bled...perfect...but the other?? CRAZY bleeding. I still wonder why it hasnt turned white. Its minor seeeing that I only use it with powdered products, but its alarming to me because it says their quality controls need a little tweaking. With all that said...bleeding or not, I still love that brush!

 

[Susanne]

I really look forward to the new face and eye brushes here!

 

[PinkBasset]

I contacted Sigma and asked about the materials but I never got any response. So does anyone here know which brushes are fully synthetic? Do they go the same as Mac ones - like 210, 209, 212, 242, 252 etc. being made of synthetic bristles?

 

[Soundclash]

Just a heads up All Cosmetics WholeSale is currently selling some of the sigma brushes on their website, they're the same price. But I'm wondering if they will have the new ones up soon sold separately, since the new brushes coming out are rumoured to come out in sets.

 

[Susanne]

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Originally Posted by Soundclash Just a heads up All Cosmetics WholeSale is currently selling some of the sigma brushes on their website, they're the same price. But I'm wondering if they will have the new ones up soon sold separately, since the new brushes coming out are rumoured to come out in sets.

I hope they come out as single brushes!!

 

[Swirlgirl]

That is my only complaint about Sigma - is that the majority of brushes are only sold in sets. I'd rather pick and choose individual brushes. That said, I really do love their brushes and find them to be really great quality. I've washed them several times and have not had any issues with shedding or bleeding.

 

[Susanne]

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Originally Posted by Swirlgirl That is my only complaint about Sigma - is that the majority of brushes are only sold in sets. I'd rather pick and choose individual brushes. That said, I really do love their brushes and find them to be really great quality. I've washed them several times and have not had any issues with shedding or bleeding.

 

[nichollecaren]

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Originally Posted by malaviKat That's pretty odd. I've had 3 150s - one I gave as a gift, one I use frequently and one is a backup (and subsequently does not get washed a lot). None of them have bled the way you're describing. But I know a few people have complained about terrible bleeding problems so you do have a point. I bought their 197 in January. That brush.... OMG ... it is SO soft. Their retractable kabuki (which is also synthetic) is ridiculously soft as well. I didn't think anything could be softer than the ss150... but it is.

gonna try it out, thanks. I have an avon kabuki...coarse like a shoebrush. meh

 

[Soundclash]

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Originally Posted by Susanne I hope they come out as single brushes!!

Me too, I want a few especially the ones that they correspond with the limited edition MAC brushes.

They're great quality!

 

[AmberElizabeth]

I think their site is on overload this morning- I'm trying to order the new set and I think everyone on the planet is trying to do the same! Their site is lagging big time and I keep getting errors.

The new set is $149.00 for 15 brushes and the brush roll... SCORE. I'm all over that! Now, if I could just get the damn things ordered I'll be set.

 

[malaviKat]

The new set looks awesome. I agree with the rest of you though - I wish they came in singles. I have most of the MAC versions of the new brushes - I only want one or two...and I already own their brush roll....! Oh Sigma... you are taking all my money.

 

[wquty77]

I'm going to try and hold out until AllCosmeticsWholesale has them up for individual purchase.

But, at 5 this morning, i was totally drooling over the 168 and the 226. ugh... want them so badly.

 

[fabbygurl21]

I just got my Sigma Complete brush set last week and I am so mad that they have these new brushes out. I only want like four of them. I hope enough people request the individual brushes and hopefully they will listen.

 

[nichollecaren]

damn you Sigma!!

 

[Goat Goat Etc.]

SOB!

No more sets!!!

ACW better hurry the heck up!!!

 

[Civies]

Now I remember why I never ordered a set of brushes from Sigma .. Shipping to Canada is $14 and they say min 14 days. I order stuff from eBay from Hong Kong and it comes in 12 days lol. Sigma's shipping is ridiculous! I ordered one brush from them before and it came in a cheapie bubble wrapped small package and shipping was $6 for that. Although I will say that I love the 188 that I got from them and it's so soft

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[Ange1]

I can't wait to get both sets this summer! I already have ss187, ss239, ss224, and the ss150. I get a little shedding when I use the ss187 to vigorously..lol But the others are great! No loose handles, no major bleeding after the 1st wash, and no major shedding! I"m planning to get both sets, then sell the brushes ones I don't need here on specktra or swapping them on makeup alley.

 

[AshleyTatton]

$14 shipping to Canada is pretty cheap for the package that the full sets come in. I'm fine with waiting a couple weeks, and glad I'm not paying like $30 to ship like alot of companies.

Love sigma!

 

[PeachTwist]

Hi everyone

I'm new to MAC and really just starting to get into makeup and at the moment I am unable to afford the MAC brushes.

After reading everyones reviews and watching YouTube videos (although they seem overly enthusiastic) I'm thinking about purchasing the first complete brush kit + roll along with the 182, 188 and 109. I was going to get the other kabuki they sell but they're out of stock and I'm too impatient to wait.

Basically my question is for someone starting out - OVERALL, would you say this is a good buy? I understand some brushes may bleed/shed and that is probably true of every brand but I'm really looking for some good quality brushes to start out with.

I also want the new kit they've come out with but I figure the first kit is the best option to try.

Just looking for a thumbs up, basically to try them out.

 

[wquty77]

honestly i have mac brushes and they are great. they last forever and they for the most part are very soft. my enthusiasm for sigma comes in with the value. they are sometimes a fourth of the cost of a mac brush and most of the time at equal or superior quality. they are a cheaper and in my opinion better alternative.

in terms of the shedding thing, All brushes are going to shed. they are natural hair(most of themm) and should be considered like such. with proper conditioning and washing the shedding should either cease or greatly lesson. the brushes are soft and apply makeup just as well if not better than my mac ones. cas in point is the mac 109. i really hate the length of the hairs on that brush, however the sigma version is much better imo. the hairs are stouter and more firm they are also more densely packed.

i think that people sometimes get entranced by the aura and the hype surrounding mac cosmetics and are hesitent to embrace a rival brand. i was the same way. mac this and that and my