The amazing 109

hello_kitty

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I get shedding when using my powder foundation, and I even noticed the one the MUA at MAC used was shedding as well, if that helps you out
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nunu

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Originally Posted by MissChievous
I've actually used my 168 for foundation application and I liked it more than the 187! The only thing is that the 168 is angled, so the 109 might be even better because it's round. I'll try it out!

Edit:

I just read some reviews on this brush on MUA and a lot of people complained about the shedding when using liquid foundation? Is that an issue?


I've read somewhere that to minimize shedding you should not press the bristles onto your face ie, use it with a light hand.

I only use mine to contour and apply msf's or highlighters.
 

sum

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Can anybody give me a link to a video turtorial of 109?

I own one, but I havent find its amazing ability of contouring yet.
 

916_chick

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Omg... I'm In Love With The 109. My #1 Brush. I Use This For My Studio Fix Foundation And It Does Wonders. Blends Everything So Nicely And Flawlessly. Gorgeous
 

Ode to Joy

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Do you guys think the 109 could beat a kabuki in terms of mineral foundation application (esp. coverage!)? I
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my EDM kabuki, but you can never have too many multi - purpose MAC brushes!!!
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a_star

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I LOVE the 109, i got it about a month ago and use it to apply foundation & contour, it really does contour WAY better than the other contouring brushes such as 168. The 109 brush blends like a dream, im seriously in love with my 109 brush.

Only thing is that it does shed but when you wash it regularly with shampoo, it helps, well at least for me it does.
 

AlliSwan

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Originally Posted by Ode to Joy
Do you guys think the 109 could beat a kabuki in terms of mineral foundation application (esp. coverage!)? I
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my EDM kabuki, but you can never have too many multi - purpose MAC brushes!!!
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I was a die-hard kabuki user for my mineral makeup, but since I've gotten the 109 I only use the kabuki if I'm in a rush and need to cover more surface area, faster. With the kabuki I found I was almost grinding the brush and minerals into my skin as I buffed; I applied a lot more pressure than I do with the 109. Maybe it's the longer handle or smaller brush head or both, but it's a more delicate touch. It still provides plenty of coverage!
 

Luceuk

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I bought the 109 last week and contoured my cheeks for the first time tonight. Amazing! I'm in love with this brush
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Ode to Joy

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Originally Posted by AlliSwan
I was a die-hard kabuki user for my mineral makeup, but since I've gotten the 109 I only use the kabuki if I'm in a rush and need to cover more surface area, faster. With the kabuki I found I was almost grinding the brush and minerals into my skin as I buffed; I applied a lot more pressure than I do with the 109. Maybe it's the longer handle or smaller brush head or both, but it's a more delicate touch. It still provides plenty of coverage!

Oh noooo... I can't wait to try it out at a store!!! Thanks!
 

lukinamama

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Originally Posted by nunu
Anyone here uses it to apply studio tech foundation?

I did...once and now my stuio tech is full of black hair
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so you better pick up and aplly foundation with some other brush(190) and then blend with 109.you will have some black hairs on your face but otherwise your foundation will look flawless
 

shyste

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Originally Posted by spectrolite
I love my 109 too. I use it for highlighting mostly but I also use it for blending out blush/MSF's and for applying Studio Fix Fluid and powder. My only peeve is that it seems to shed little tiny black hairs way too often. It is definitely a great purchase though. Everyone should have this baby
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Everyone should have just one
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Quote:
Originally Posted by nunu
Anyone here uses it to apply studio tech foundation?

I wouldn't...it sheds too much & I still love my studio tech..although Studio sculpt is running close behind it...

Quote:
Originally Posted by MissChievous
I've actually used my 168 for foundation application and I liked it more than the 187! The only thing is that the 168 is angled, so the 109 might be even better because it's round. I'll try it out!

Edit:

I just read some reviews on this brush on MUA and a lot of people complained about the shedding when using liquid foundation? Is that an issue?


I have expereinced shedding mostly a couple days after washing it...which sucks cause I used when I did a vid on Studio sculpt and all these hairs were on my face...lol...

I def plan on buying 2 more of these...
 

carandru

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I've found it doesn't shed that much if you don't use that much pressure. I know I was almost grinding it into my face, lol. But once I started just lightly letting it graze over the surface, I got the same flawless results w/o all the shedding.
 

n_c

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Im almost convinced I NEED this brush, but do you guys think it would hold up to washing daily? Especially with the amount of shedding others have experienced. I would be using it for foundation only.
 

L1LMAMAJ

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I have washed my 109 brush after every use because i don't like having left over foundation gunk build up and then putting the brush back on my face the next day. But then again, I don't wear foundation everyday. I wear foundation about 2-3 times a week but I always use the 109 for foundation application. It has held up well so far. Just don't get the wooden part wet. Like others said, this brush does shed tiny hairs all over your face which can get a bit annoying. If I use less pressure, it doesn't shed as much. That would be the only con.
 

moonlit

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i got the 109 and omg I loveeeeee it..It does shed like crazy but u need to be gentle and apply less pressure.. my skin looks flawless... need concealer thou coz I have scars but still I am sooooooo happy thanks to my 109 + SFF
 

user79

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I bought it and I tried it with liquid foundation and I don't like it at all for that. It sheds sooo much I'm constantly picking off hair, and it makes my face look streaky...Pretty good for contouring though, just wasn't what I was hoping for. Meh, wish I could return it. :/ I think this brush is kinda overrated in this thread tbh...
 

michelle79

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Originally Posted by MissChievous
I bought it and I tried it with liquid foundation and I don't like it at all for that. It sheds sooo much I'm constantly picking off hair, and it makes my face look streaky...

I had the same exact experience while using liquid foundation with the 109. It's horrible for applying liquids but it is my HG blush & contouring brush.
 

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