Brushed With Greatness Project
Sephora brushes by Cavewoman
Standing in front of the huge display of Sephora's own brand of brushes is almost an overwhelming experience. There are brushes for just about every single makeup application you can imagine, and some for application that you didn't know you needed and for techniques or products that you probably don't even have, or use! If there is a specific brush for a specific product or makeup application that has eluded you in other brands, go to Sephora. Their house brand of brushes is the most extensive collection I've ever seen.
Sephora brushes are beautifully crafted workhorses. Synthetic and natural bristles, short and long handles, black or silver handles, pro or amateur, the brushes are displayed in groups according to use, so it is not too hard to zero in on the type and shape you want.
My Sephora brushes are all eye-product application brushes. Don't pay attention to the Pro designation, as Sephora is phasing out their original black-handle brushes (mine say Pro on them) and offering new Pro brushes in both natural and synthetic bristles. Right now the old black handle brushes can be found at a nice half-off discount. The fine liner brush at the bottom of the photo was only $4. Less than the price of a Starbucks Frap!
Take a close look at the brush at the top, it is the smudge brush. This brush is identical in shape to the NARS smudge, but half the price! But if you check at Sephora, look at all the brushes carefully in the smudge brush jar display. The older ones have these very short stubby bristles that don't move when you use the brush. The newer ones have slightly longer bristles. I prefer the stub.
Not in the photo, but soon to be added to my Sephora brush collection, are the new synthetics. A bit pricier than usual for Sephora's brand, these are the most incredibly soft brushes I've ever seen (or felt) and the Cleveland Gang were full of ooohs and ahhhs as we tested the powder and blush brushes on our hands. I see a massive caving ahead, for all of us!
Sephora brushes hold up beautifully. Choose the short-handle for your travel case, and the long-handle for your vanity table. And don't forget the sets, which change seasonally and make great gifts for your makeup-loving friends.
Sephora brushes are beautifully crafted workhorses. Synthetic and natural bristles, short and long handles, black or silver handles, pro or amateur, the brushes are displayed in groups according to use, so it is not too hard to zero in on the type and shape you want.
My Sephora brushes are all eye-product application brushes. Don't pay attention to the Pro designation, as Sephora is phasing out their original black-handle brushes (mine say Pro on them) and offering new Pro brushes in both natural and synthetic bristles. Right now the old black handle brushes can be found at a nice half-off discount. The fine liner brush at the bottom of the photo was only $4. Less than the price of a Starbucks Frap!
Take a close look at the brush at the top, it is the smudge brush. This brush is identical in shape to the NARS smudge, but half the price! But if you check at Sephora, look at all the brushes carefully in the smudge brush jar display. The older ones have these very short stubby bristles that don't move when you use the brush. The newer ones have slightly longer bristles. I prefer the stub.
Not in the photo, but soon to be added to my Sephora brush collection, are the new synthetics. A bit pricier than usual for Sephora's brand, these are the most incredibly soft brushes I've ever seen (or felt) and the Cleveland Gang were full of ooohs and ahhhs as we tested the powder and blush brushes on our hands. I see a massive caving ahead, for all of us!
Sephora brushes hold up beautifully. Choose the short-handle for your travel case, and the long-handle for your vanity table. And don't forget the sets, which change seasonally and make great gifts for your makeup-loving friends.
Disclaimer: These products were purchased by the reviewer, Cavewoman
Labels: Brushed With Greatness Project, Brushes, Cavewoman Reviews, Product Purchase, Sephora
posted by Annieytown @ 8:00 AM
8 Inspired Comments
8 Inspired Comments:
Cavewomen -- I've really been enjoying your series. Can you talk a little about the difference between natural and synthetic bristles? Thanks!
i just bought a crease brush (like i believe you have photographed) on sale, and i have to admit, i don't like it because it scratches my eyelid. i was sad. i still use it, because it works in my crease, it just hurts!
The smudge brush in the 5-piece Sephora travel set works as well as the silver-handled version IME. And the crease brush is small enough that it really works for my smaller eyelids. Three of the five brushes are my workhorses, so a great value at $32!
The set: http://tinyurl.com/2fhvkh
I never would have given their brushes a second thought -- I bought a retractable once and lost fibers on my face every time I used it (grrrr!!!) ... so thanks, Cavewoman, for turning me onto the goodies in their collection!
I just bought the Sephora eyeliner brush this past weekend and love it.
To jdb susanna, synthetics are relatively recent inventions, I think first of all to offer an option for cream based products, but now are popular with vegans, vegetarians, and anti-cruelty groups and followers.
That being said, to me, synthetics have come a very long way from the stiff, nylon bristles that used to come in products like L'Oreal blushes. They are sophisticated and performance-proven, and I can't think of a reason to prefer natural over synthetic any more.
Tara, I agree, those Sephora travel sets are great!
Gables, the retractables with that inner sleeve are truly the best!
I have several Sephora brushes and I plan on buying more. I really like them. The only brush that disappointed me was the kabuki brush. It «itches» my skin when I use it and it sheds like crazy. But all the others are fab!
thanks, patti!
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