What brushes do you Recommend?

[shadowaddict]

Which Brush Do You Like Best of #109, #116, or #165?

Ok, which of these do you like best out of the #109, #116, or #165 for cheek use and why? I probably don't need all three. Even so I am wondering which to start off with? As far as face brushes go I have the #187, #188, #190, #168 (for contour), and #182. I'm thinking of using my #187 for beauty powder as I don't use it for foundation. I use Studio Sculpt with my fingers. I have a Becca brush that's slanted (like a contour) that I am currently using for blush.

I guess I'm looking to use it either for highlighter or blending of cheek products. Would my #188 be best for highlighter? Right now it doesn't get a lot of love. Of course down the road I may end up with them all but I will purchase one at a time. Thanks!!!

 

[MacAtFirstSight]

Re: Which Brush Do You Like Best of #109, #116, or #165?

i have both 109 and 116 as well as all the other brushes you mentioned except for 165, and have to say that out of the three you asked 109 is the best. I can't say anything for 165 since i don't have it, but 109 is great for so many different things. blush, bronzer, contour, foundation, creme blush, etc...

 

[SassyMochaJess]

Re: Which Brush Do You Like Best of #109, #116, or #165?

I have to agree the 109 is great for many different things, I adore it for foundation. I just use the 116 for blush only. I too don't have the 165 but it looks like it would be more useful to apply highlight on the face.

 

[Simply Elegant]

Re: Which Brush Do You Like Best of #109, #116, or #165?

165 because it's so good for contouring and highlighting.

187 might not be the best for beauty powders though since they're sheer and the 187 will make an even lighter application so unless you're very fair or want a very natural, pretty much barely there almost can;t be seen blush I would choose another brush for the beauty powders.

 

[shadowaddict]

Re: Which Brush Do You Like Best of #109, #116, or #165?

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Originally Posted by Simply Elegant 165 because it's so good for contouring and highlighting. 187 might not be the best for beauty powders though since they're sheer and the 187 will make an even lighter application so unless you're very fair or want a very natural, pretty much barely there almost can;t be seen blush I would choose another brush for the beauty powders.

Thanks, I'm a little lighter than NC15. That's why I thought perhaps the #187 would do for beauty powder. I don't want to over do it. I bought Hello Kitty T/S b/p and have not tried it yet but don't want it to look toodark or dirty. Would another brush be better for the b/p?

 

[shadowaddict]

Re: Which Brush Do You Like Best of #109, #116, or #165?

Oh and I forgot to add the new #131 in the list of which one to get. Any thoughts on it?

 

[Simply Elegant]

Re: Which Brush Do You Like Best of #109, #116, or #165?

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Originally Posted by shadowaddict Thanks, I'm a little lighter than NC15. That's why I thought perhaps the #187 would do for beauty powder. I don't want to over do it. I bought Hello Kitty T/S b/p and have not tried it yet but don't want it to look toodark or dirty. Would another brush be better for the b/p?

Since it's a beauty powder blush, I think the 187 would be fine but for the regular beauty powders I'd use the 116 or another regular blush brush.

 

[ladyJ]

Re: Which Brush Do You Like Best of #109, #116, or #165?

I love the 109 for foundation. I use the 116 for blush only and I use 165 for contouring. 165 is really great for contouring. I also use it for highlighting too. 109 can be used for that also. If I had to choose, I'd go with either the 165 or 109.

 

[gildedangel]

Re: Which Brush Do You Like Best of #109, #116, or #165?

The 165 is my favorite, but it is best for highlighting and contouring. I like the 116 better for blush application.

 

[shadowaddict]

Re: Which Brush Do You Like Best of #109, #116, or #165?

I will have to try the #109 for foundation and I take it you guys like the #165 for contouring better than the #168.

After you do your blush, contour and highlighter which brush do you use to blend them together so there are no lines?

Thank You for your help.

 

[lindsey251]

I am pretty new to makeup, and don't have that many brushes. I have a Mary Kay Brush Set (new one) and i like the eye brushes but the face-ew. And I have the sonia kashuk deluxe travel brush set that has a blush brush, concealer brush, flart shader, lip brush, eyebrow comb, small flat shader, and fluffy on (hard to explain)

which brushes (preferably mac) do i need?

 

[lindsey251]

I am pretty new to makeup, and don't have that many brushes. I have a Mary Kay Brush Set (new one) and i like the eye brushes but the face-ew. And I have the sonia kashuk deluxe travel brush set that has a blush brush, concealer brush, flat shader, lip brush, eyebrow comb, small flat shader, and fluffy on (hard to explain)

which brushes (preferably mac) do i need?

 

[FiestyFemme]

Re: Which Brush Do You Like Best of #109, #116, or #165?

If you're looking for something to blend cheek products together, I'd say go with the 109. I use it for highlighting and contouring, but I imagine it could also be used as a blender. I adore the 116, but I use it for blush only.

 

[blindpassion]

Re: Which Brush Do You Like Best of #109, #116, or #165?

Love the 109. Love love love it. Fantastic brush for foundation, contour, even blush.

 

[LASHionista]

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I'd say #109.

 

[carandru]

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109 if you are going for multipurpose. And yes, it's also the perfect brush to blend everything.

 

[kimmy]

Re: Which Brush Do You Like Best of #109, #116, or #165?

merging with stickied brush thread.

 

[aefreema]

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Originally Posted by lindsey251 I am pretty new to makeup, and don't have that many brushes. I have a Mary Kay Brush Set (new one) and i like the eye brushes but the face-ew. And I have the sonia kashuk deluxe travel brush set that has a blush brush, concealer brush, flart shader, lip brush, eyebrow comb, small flat shader, and fluffy on (hard to explain) which brushes (preferably mac) do i need?

Hakuhodo has EXCELLENT brushes. Hakuhodo USA (they make many of the MAC brushes)

Sonia Kashuk (which you already have)

Louiseyoungcosmetics.com (based in UK but also excellent)

Royal Brushes (Silk collection)

there are many out there you just have to play around and find what works best for you. I AM ADDICTED TO BRUSHES.

A good place to start is coastalscents too! Read reviews on their site or research on youtube.

 

[ForgetRegret]

Re: Which brushes do I need?

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Originally Posted by Krista Hi! I'm sorry if this has been discussed (and I'm sure it has!) but I did a search and wasn't able to bring anything up. Is there any thread or website that outlines what the main brushes are that a person needs (preferably with pics?)? I am still learning how to properly apply makeup and just becoming experimental with MAC eyeshadows, etc. I have a couple of pro brushes but I'm not sure what I need as a basic set. Also, do you all have multiple eyeshadow brushes for daily use? What I mean is, when you change your eyeshadow every day, do you use a new brush or do you clean them all the time? Yikes, I hate being new! hehe. Thanks!

Aww, there's no harm in being new...we were all there at one point, and were just as confused as you, with all the brushes. What brushes do you have? Personally, I think if you're just starting, and getting into applying makeup well, I'd go with a foundation brush (I love the 190), blush brush (I use the 116), powder brush (134 or 150 would work fine), and depending on your foundation and how well you can work it into your skin, you can consider a buffing brush (I use the 187, which works well to buff out any streaks, but you can also use it to apply your foundation if you want, too).

For eyes, I use the 208 for my brows, something that for me, is necessary, but you may not need it. If you have good brows that don't need filling in, you can skip this one. I have tons of different shadow brushes, they all serve a different purpose, but I also wash them after I use them. For shadows, I'd probably go with a fluffy-ish brush (like a 213 or 239) for a wash of color, and a more dense brush (like the 242) to pack color on to your lid. I generally use something very fluffy for my highlight color (like the 224), and something a little more dense (like 217 or 222) for my crease. For my liner, depending on the line I want to create, and where I'm putting it, I use either the 209 (a nice, basic liner brush), the 210 (essential, for me, for tightlining), or the 266/263 (I usually use these when I use my shadows as eyeliner, they work well wet and dry).
...and honestly, I don't bother with lip brushes. They just annoy me.

Whew...that was a lot of stuff...I hope that helps a little bit...obviously you don't need to get every one of them, but it gives you a good idea of where you might want to start. Pick and choose what will be essential for you...because what I deem as something necessary for my makeup, may not be that important for you (for instance, you may never want to tightline, and therefore ever need a 210). By the way, all the brushes I listed are MAC, so you can go to their website and check them out, in case you want to buy cheaper versions. Also, if you're near Nordies, they've got the Graphic Gardens collection which has a brush set with it...I'm not sure off the top of my head what brushes it has, but buying a little brush set may help get some of your staples without spending too much $$.

GL!

 

[Ode to Joy]

Is there any synthetic brush that works great for blush application? Especially for highly pigmented blushes?


(please no 187, thanks

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