Real Techniques: Blush & Setting Powder Brushes

Hey everyone! I wanted to do a quick post on some brushes I've been using for a while now--the Real Techniques setting powder brush & blush brush! Real Techniques is a synthetic and cruelty-free brush line that was designed by Samantha Chapman of Pixiwoo (if you haven't checked out their youtube channel, do it! They're fantastic!). I have a handful of their brushes and so far, I really love using them. 


Setting Powder Brush: This fluffly little brush is a really useful and unique shaped brush to have. At first, it was so tiny I wasn't really sure I would get much use out of it. I was very wrong! I use it for blending concealer under the eyes, setting my concealer under my eyes and around my nose, and also applying and blending cream products like cream blushes or highlighters. I absolutely love that it has a full tapered head so it can fit under the eyes perfectly. Retails for $7.99 at Ulta.

Blush Brush: This was the first Real Techniques brush I ever bought--last year I believe. It is a wonderfully soft and fluffy domed brush that has turned out to be a fabulous multitasker. I prefer my Hakuhodo Yachiyo blush brush for my daily blush application however I really love the Real Techniques blush brush for days where I want a softer application. I use this brush with my Nars Exhibit A blush (a VERY bright, pigmented orangey red). Just one tap in the pan and it applies the blush very subtly. I think the head is a little too big for specific blush application though. I also find myself using this for bronzer application (the tapered tip is great for defining the cheekbones) and for my translucent powder! Retails for $8.99 at Ulta.

One negative I have is for the blush brush. If you look at the picture above, you can see the matte black finish at the bottom of my handle is starting to chip off. For a $9 brush I don't really mind, especially because it works so well--however I wish it did not start to wear down so soon after owning it (I've had it less than a year). Oh well!

Other than that, I really, really love both of these Real Techniques brushes--I find myself reaching for them on a daily basis. They are both soft, dense, and they blend and apply products easily. Definitely make sure to check them out on the Real Techniques website and at Ulta! If you do buy them from Ulta don't forget to use a coupon for an even more amazing deal!

What do you think about these brushes? Do you have any? I have a few more brushes from the line that I really love, would you be interested in some more brush reviews?

Comments

  1. UnknownJuly 22, 2012 at 11:35 PM

    I've always wanted to try these brushes-they look so soft and fluffy! It sucks that the paint on the handle has already started to chip. At least the handle hasn't already broken off like a lot of my brushes have xoxo

    ReplyDelete
  2. NikiJuly 23, 2012 at 11:14 AM

    i have a few brushes from real techniques and i love them! that blush brush is amazing!!

    ReplyDelete
  3. Sarah S.July 23, 2012 at 11:16 AM

    Just this morning I tried to set my makeup with the little brush, but I found that to be a bit tedious! Not so bad if I weren't breaking out and setting concealer all over ^.^

    ReplyDelete
  4. UnknownJuly 23, 2012 at 11:14 PM

    I have the core collection, the stippling and blush brush. I really like them, especially to blend foundation and leave an airbrushed finish. Too bad your blush brush is going bad so fast :(

    ReplyDelete
  5. Jen27July 25, 2012 at 1:22 PM

    Wow, I've been dying to try out these brushes! The Setting Powder brush looks especially interesting- I love the idea of using such a petite brush for that purpose. Thanks for the review! :)

    www.vibrantbeautyblog.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  6. CocoAugust 21, 2012 at 12:59 AM

    I have heard a lot of raves on this brush. I'm currently using brushes from Hakuhodo and I can't imagine not swiping on my face a day! Also, Shisedo 131 is also great for apply foundation. I have been using is exclusively for summer.

    ReplyDelete

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Bronze Eyeshadow Swatches: Mac Tempting, Urban Decay Smog, Nars Kalahari, & Inglot

Image
If I had to choose a favorite eyeshadow color to use, my favorite would most definitely be a shimmery bronzey brown. Call me boring when there are so many vibrant colors to choose from, but I can't help it! I absolutely love a shimmery chocolate smokey eye more than anything else. I think brown is flattering on all eye colors and it can be made subtle enough for daytime or dramatic for evening. I just hit pan on two bronze colors in my eyeshadow collection so I thought I'd do some comparison swatches for you before I finish them up! Inglot 409 on the left, Nars Kalahari on the top, Urban Decay Smog in the middle and Mac Tempting (with the huge bit of pan showing!) on the right! Comparison swatches! L-R Inglot 409, Urban Decay Smog, Mac Tempting, Nars Kalahari From Left to right: Inglot 409 pearl: This bronze has a bit more red warmth to it, especially compared to Urban Decay Smog and is a bit darker--though I do think it's similar on the lid. Both 409 and
Read more

Reviva Labs Makeup Primer Review and giveaway (CLOSED)!!!!

Image
A while ago I was contacted by Anna from Reviva Labs to review one of their most popular products, the Reviva Labs Makeup Primer. I was very excited because I've always been curious about Reviva Labs--I've seen their products at my nearby Ulta and Whole Foods Market. Some quick information on Reviva Labs that I gathered from their site that I found interesting: -" For over 38 Years Reviva Labs has been producing all natural skin-care products that help leave your skin healthier and more youthful-looking." -" No animal testing! Before it was even an issue   (way back in 1973), we announced the testing of our products in skin-care salons rather than on animals" - The first to introduce exfoliation to america... with our European LIGHT SKIN PEEL (We were explaining the importance of exfoliation years before the cosmetics giants introduced their versions) Now onto the Makeup Primer. It  is a silicone based primer that is not only fragrance free but also packe
Read more

Inglot Eyeshadow Swatches!

Image
*Please also see updated January 2013 swatches posted   here Inglot is a fantastic makeup company that I discovered last year. They originated in Poland and have become more and more popular in the United States despite the small number of stores available. Inglot has all types of makeup products, but so far I've only tried the eyeshadows--but I am completely infatuated with them. I've had them for a long time but am finally getting around to posting about them now! Inglot has an absurd number of different colors to choose from subtle neutrals to vivid brights. The quality is absolutely amazing--every single eyeshadow I've bought from Inglot is buttery smooth with insane pigmentation! Even more amazing is the price tag--$5 a shadow! They are particularly famous for their mattes--they aren't chalky or dry at all and like the other finishes, blend effortlessly. All the finishes last all day over a primer. Honestly, i think they are more pigmented and smoother tha
Read more