Which MAC brush to get? 217 or 272?

[blukrystal]

Hello everyone,

I am considering buying a brush for 2 purposes: applying eyeshadow to the outer v and blending the edges. Both brushes are similar to me and they both receive excellent reviews on MUA. I'd like to hear some of you experts' opinions. Which one of these brushes works better?

Thanks in advance!

 

[jaclynashley]

I'd say the 272 because it has an angled tip and I find them better for the outer v .

 

[FiestyFemme]

The domed shape of the 217 works much better for me for applying color to the outer V and blending, but I suppose it could depend on eye shape.
Mine are small and almond shaped.
I like the 272, but I love my 217.

 

[blukrystal]

Thank you very much for your quick replies, Jaclyn & Erica. I forgot to mention that I have Asian eyes--double eyelids with no visible crease. Anymore recs please?
Thank you.

 

[a_star]

i would def say the 217, it does almost everything and blends shadows like a dream.

 

[MzzRach]

Ever since I got my 217 I honestly don't know how I managed without it (and I already had loads of brushes). It's simply brilliant.

I vote 217 (if you hadn't already guessed).

 

[XoMakeup]

217 is the best at blending!

 

[User67]

The #217 is amazing for blending & applying color to the outer corners.

 

[hawaii02]

The 217 hands-down

 

[blukrystal]

Thank you very much for your recs. I did get the #217 after all, and I'm loving it!