Review: ELF Cosmetics Selfie Ready and the Ultimate Blending Brush

A couple of months ago, I bought 2 brushes from ELF Cosmetics' new line called Selfie Ready as well as their Ultimate Blending brush because the bristles remind me of the Real Techniques ones, which I absolutely adore. They each retail for $6 and coupons cannot be used, but the price is still very affordable. The bristles are made of synthetic material and feel bunny soft, just like the Real Techniques ones. Also, I haven't experienced any shedding. Continue reading to see how they perform!

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Overview: Hakuhodo Brushes

I've had these Hakuhodo brushes for a few years now and they still perform the same. They do shed a piece of bristle or 2, once in a blue moon. However, it's not too much that would cause an alarm. One of things that baffles me is the lack of names or numbers imprinted on the handles. The company has a wide variety of products with some that look very much similar to one another. So, it becomes very difficult to distinguish the brushes and remember what the names and numbers are, especially if you have a huge collection. (I don't know about you, but I'm not going to remember "G5556-4mm" when I reach for that brush.) I had to label mine with tape, which makes them look unattractive, but the most important thing is the performance. So, continue reading to find out how they are in action. 

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Review + Comparison: Real Techniques Sculpting Set vs Sculpting Brush

I already had the Real Techniques Setting Brush that you can buy individually, so I didn't think that I needed the Sculpting Set. I was just going to get the individual Sculpting Brush, but ended up also getting the set just in case if there was any slight differences with the brushes. That just justified my purchases. ^_^ 

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Review + Comparison - Curved Foundation and Contouring Brushes

I'm always in the market for new brushes, if you guys haven't already noticed. =) So, when I saw the Marc Jacobs The Face II Sculpting Foundation brush a couple of months ago, I just had to buy it. I was intrigued by the curved shape and immediately fell in love with it as soon as I brought it home. So, I started looking for other brushes with the same shape and decided to try Tarte's and Sephora's version. 

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Storage Solution for Makeup Brushes: Hobby Lobby Black Spinning Tool Organizer

Hobby Lobby Black Spinning Tool Organizer

I used to store my brushes in Anna Sui containers. As my collection grew, I started using Sigma brush holders. I had 8 brush holders in total, which took up alot of space on my vanity. So, I bought the Hobby Lobby Black Spinning Tool Organizer, which currently holds about 145 brushes and still has room for more!  

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