Brushed With Greatness Project
Pout by Cavewoman
These two brushes from Pout are not just pretty to look at, but they are well-crafted and perfectly shaped to perform the makeup tasks for which they were designed. This is another example of a company doing exceptionally well in one particular category of brushes, this time for application of products for the face.
The foundation brush has a densely packed synthetic-bristle head, with a long taper and a domed tip. What I like best about this brush is that it does not separate into pointy sections like some other foundation brushes I've tried (Paula Dorf's for example) -- this helps to prevent streaking, and gives a more even application of liquid foundation. I haven't tried the brush with cream foundation yet, but I will. I tend to use my fingers for applying foundation most of the time, but if any foundation brush can help me to apply more evenly, this is the one. It takes practice to learn to use a foundation brush, and I'm still practicing.
The blush brush is almost as large as a powder brush. It's so incredibly soft! The ferrule is flat, but the bristles are thickly packed and have a wide, gentle splay. The dome shape is finely tapered and the tips are soft and lush.
I don't use this brush for highly-pigmented blushes, because it's almost too big for my cheeks. I use it for pale blushes such as NARS Oasis, or Chanel Winter Shimmer, both of which aren't really blushes, but more like highlighter-blushes. This brush is also great for applying overall shimmer in loose form, such as Prescriptives Magic loose powder. And just in case I've over-applied a blush, this brush is great for evening out and blending, too.
Oh, and did I mention how pretty these brushes are?
Disclaimer: These products were purchased by the reviewer, Cavewoman
Labels: Brushed With Greatness Project, Brushes, Cavewoman Reviews, Pout Cosmetics, Product Purchase
posted by Annieytown @ 7:51 AM
7 Inspired Comments
7 Inspired Comments:
Have you tried Gorgio Armani foundation brush? it's quite impressive as well.
Mind suggesting any good brush cleanser? or brush cleaning techniques/tricks? I like using something with alcohol in it, because I think it sanitizes the brushes. But almost certain that this will harm the hair on it too..
Plain gentle shampoo -- sanitizing is a myth. Kind of along the lines of antibacterial soap -- a harsh chemical disinfectant, instead of a gentle, but equally effective, physical one. Any germs will be removed by the shampoo, and alcohol is incredibly drying to natural bristles.
--Shana
I would be quite interested to hear what brushes you bring with you when you travel. I have a few Estee Lauder travel brushes that I use that I am unimpressed with.
Anon #1, I use either my facial cleansing gel (Payot antibacterial) or any antibacterial liquid hand soap to wash my brushes. That way they are nicely sanitized but not with the harsh effects of alcohol-based brush cleaners.
Sarah, I either use the Body & Soul travel set or some short-handle brushes from Stila (that review to come later in this series.)
I have a large collection of brushes too. Any tips on the best way to store them?
The brushes I don't currently use are stored in a travel case called Z New York that I got from the Zitomer store ages ago. It is huge and long enough to encase the longest of my brushes safely.
Smashbox offered a case like that a few years ago, maybe they still do, it was on QVC.
For daily-use brushes, I stand them up in cups (and one old Stila paint can) on my vanity table.
The Giorgio Armani blender brush is the best! You can use it for your eyeshadow, concealer or blush. It's one of their top selling brushes.
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