14.5.2017

Ok I admit it I have a slight addiction to makeup brushes, make up in general, but that puts me in good stead to assess this collection. real techniques colours codes their brushes orange-copper for base, purple for eyes and pink for finishing. This set is designed to help with the contouring and highlighting/strobing trend that has dominated makeup for the last 5 or so years and shows little sign of abating.The three brushes have distinct purposes, I've been using this set alone without my usual brush collection for colour/contouring to try for a week and am quite happy with this set.The first brush is a fat densely packed slanted brush for a sharp controlled measure of colour whether blush or contouring product.This reminds me a lot of the expert face brush which is similarly firm and densely packed, this is just with a slanted cut. This slanted edge gives a better control for definition along the structure/bones of the face- cheek, brow, jaw and the nose as without the rounded edge the entire flat of the surface is in contact with the skin giving a clear 'line' rather than a softer undefined smudge of colour. I quite like this to play up the angles of my face, it nicely follows underneath the cheekbone to build colour and shape there.The fan style brush is an Traditional brush which had the original purpose of whisking away excess powder from setting or the old trick of adding an excess of loose powder under the eyes to catch any stray eyeshadow specks (plus it bakes the base) it still is good brush for those purposes, but some people (including myself) like to use these brushes for a second purpose, they are great for applying bronzer or a tinted complexion powder in a thin soft veil or colour rather than a stronger application from a blush or sculpting brush, this is just a soft wash of the colour. This is more densely packed and softer than my usual fan brush and I quite like that for a softer look.The setting brush is a microphone shaped brush similar to the contour brush from the face set but much smaller. I like this for applying highlighting/strobing powders as well as buffing translucent powder into the under eye area where my usual brush is too big. It's a semi-firm brush with enough control to build a strong application but soft enough to blend and diffuse the look.The bonus is a pot, I don't know about others but I have a few overfilled acrylic pots and a rescued whisky glass for brush storage so am very grateful for any new pots. This is great as although other reviewers have bemoaned the fact the brushes do not stand up like they do in the packet, if you have additional brushes you could corral your finishing brushes (or all your brushes if you haven't got as many as me) into this pot together and have room rather than be stuck to just these brushes alone.I have a lot of makeup brushes, but this is a set that will gain a place in my permanent collection. Real techniques is a brand I am fond of for constant innovation and affordable products off outstanding value for money. As someone who loves makeup as an expressive form not just a daily thing to do this is a great little set and if you've previously been using a cheap set you will find a world of difference in your application and finish by trying these brushes.

10.5.2017

I've been a fan of real techniques brushes pretty much since they came out and one set I invested in was the face/base set at the time. All real techniques brushes are colour coded to their intended purpose, orange/copper being base, purple being eyes and pink being sculpting/finish.This set is the new version of that original set and as I still have them in perfect condition (testifying to the longevity of the brushes) I can see whether these are an 'upgrade or update' which may also help those who are wondering whether to replace or update their collection.This set comprises of 4 brushes; a square foundation brush, a fat buffing brush, a smaller 'microphone' shaped contour brush and a tiny triangular detailing brush.This set differs from the original inclusions only in the square foundation brush, in the original set there was a firmer 'face' brush that resembles the new edition sculpting brushes.The foundation brush resembles a flat detailing/edging paintbrush with a straight squared off edge (many have a oval tip) I quite like this for distributing product evenly across the face before going in with a beauty blender (or this brand's miracle blender) just to work the product in to get a softer more 'realistic' diffusion of product, though it's pretty good for blending otherwise other than in the eye area.The buffing brush is almost identical to the original, but I can tell a big difference, the original is much more densely packed with bristles and has a firmer tension when buffing into the face great for really working in powder say using the Sonia Fyrza technique. The one included in this set is far softer and less densely packed, the bristles splay more when buffing powder into the face meaning you overall get a softer blend but you have to work harder for it. I like this for a soft dusting of bronzer or pink complexion powder just to warm the face after foundation.The contour brush is the same, softer and less densely bristled, this isn't such a bad thing as its good for not over egging the strobing/highlighting!The detailing brush is the same making it great for applying concealer to blemishes if you have them, but I used its older counterpart as an eye detailer adding shadow underneath or even lining the eye with black powder shadow. This is nowhere near as firm as the original making a complete mess of my shadow line!!With both sets next to each other, I would definitely reach for the square foundation brush (in collaboration with a blender) the contour from the new set for highlighting but would probably pick my old buffer for buffing powder and the new buffer for blending bronzer.The set is worth it if you need brushes for applying base product by this I mean foundation, concealer and powder not bronzer/blusher etc, but some aren't as firm as previous incarnations which may help some to improve their technique and not others as it is down to individual comfort. If you are already very happy with your existing foundation and buffing brush, I'd give this a miss.

18.5.2017

If you are looking to buying your (or as a gift) first makeup brushes these are a good set to purchase first to immediately improve your look by applying eyeshadow with better technique and control. Much better than buying a cheap roll of 20+ brushes investing in this set is a better option as each of these is outstanding quality, has excellent finish and can be multipurpose until/if you want to add to your collection.This 5 part set is a great little starter set, but if you already have a collection of brushes there isn't anything amazingly new.The essential crease brush is a tapered fluffy brush which means it fits nicely into the socket crease with the tapered sides blending product perfectly through the crease.This is a really good brush and I've found it an easy way to speed up makeup in the mornings as there's little error with a quick wiggle and flick through the crease blending beautifully.The wide medium shadow brush is wider than others I've used but great for smoothing a base colour across the lid or blending another tone across the lid (say a sheer iridescent over a matte to add shimmer or vice versa to soften the look). This is a brush I keep coming back to regularly, it's also great for applying highlight or strobing to the fine bone structure of the face.The liner brush is probably the weakest of the bunch. It is pretty much an essential but lacks control unless you already have a practiced hand. It works better with a gel than other liner products but is just a tad too long for my feel.The shading brush is good, densely packed with super soft bristles, it's great for working product into a cut crease, or highlighting the inner eye or under the outer arch of your brows. It's also fab for getting a sharp contour line down your nose.The lash comb is pretty scary if youve never used one or only tried the plastic ones. This blows plastic ones out the water as the metal really gets in the lashes and untangles clumps and helps maintain height of curling, but yes it's a bit daunting I first try putting metal that close to your eyeball! Luckily it comes with a guard to protect against collywobbles when applying makeup otherwise but yes I can see less seasoned makeup fans relegating this one to the drawer of forgotten bits.Packaged with a special white acrylic pot that matches the same with other collections in the range but smaller this is handy as immediately solves the problem if storage, keeping upright is better for the brushes condition and hygiene.Overall this is a great set to start of top up a collection, but you may find some disappointments if you already gave a large collection of good brushes. That said Real techniques offers outstanding value for money so I'd never be unhappy with a new set!

3.5.2017

This is a set of five brushes plus a small white plastic pot to keep them in (with room for a few more brushes too). The handles are a pretty metallic lilac colour with a black base. Each brush is helpfully labelled.There is a video on YouTube showing you exactly how to use this specific set of brushes if you'd like ideas and inspiration. You probably know all this already, but for anyone who isn't confident applying make-up, or who would like to do more than just a smudge of eyeshadow over your eyelid, this is a good way to learn some basic techniques to give a subtler more professional looking finish without spending a fortune.There are 3 brushes for eyeshadow, all very soft at the tip,

7.5.2017

Real Techniques Flawless Base Set is a pack of four makeup brushes for foundation.The set arrives in standard Real Techniques packing which is a sturdy plastic packing that keeps the products in top condition and on the back also has a reminder to check out the brand via social media where sites like YouTube include instructions on correct use of the products. The set contains detailer brush, pointed foundation brush, buffing brush, and contour brush, it also has a white hard plastic cup for your brushes to sit in too.The detailer brush can be used for foundation, the pointed foundation brush is used for applying concealer and liquid foundation in specific areas such as under the eye,

12.5.2017

Real Techniques Enhanced Eye Brush Set is a complete set of brushes for any eye look.The brushes arrive in standard Real Techniques packing which is a sturdy plastic packing that keeps the products in top condition and on the back also has a reminder to check out the brand via social media where sites like YouTube include instructions on correct use of the products. This set contains a lash separator, medium eyeshadow brush, essential crease brush, shading brush, fine liner brush, and it also comes with a brush cup.The lash separator is a metal comb that helps to separate mascara clumps, you’ll often see plastic lash separators in sets like these but the metal is obviously better in terms of

25.5.2017

Contour brush: I have been wanting to try this brush for a while, having seen many beauty gurus use and love it, and I am very impressed. I use it to apply either powder contour or highlight for a subtle look, though as it is quite soft and not too dense, it isn't very good for blending out product- for that I'd recommend the buffing brush.Detailer brush: Personally, I use this brush less often as I don't normally wear lipstick or conceal spots, but I like using it to apply some shimmery white eye shadow in the inner corner of my eye as it is small and good for precision.Buffing brush: I really like using this brush for liquid foundation, but as it isn't as dense as the older buffing brush from a different set,

7.5.2017

Can you ever have enough make-up brushes? Manufacturers and make-up artists keep coming out with new shapes and every brush is 'essential'. Is it really? Not according to a friend of mine, who is a qualified make-up artist for a leading US brand. In the right hand, a couple of brushes and your fingers are all you need. However, if you want to have fun and experiment, this new set is what you need for 'sculpting' i.e. make your bone structure 'pop'.The sculpting brush is really good - packed with bristles and angled, it's perfect for using on your cheekbones. I don't use contouring products (that's way too advanced for my skills) but I use bronzer, and this brush is perfect for applying it.The fan brush,

28.4.2017

These three makeup brushes are presented in a transparent plastic box. The brushes are supported within it in a semi-rigid plastic rack. Also included is a free upright box stand for the brushes, to keep them conveniently together on your makeup bar, and which prevents the bristles getting damaged.The fattest of the brushes is oblong in profile, full and voluptuous, soft and nicely rounded; it is the ‘sculpting’ brush that helps give you fine cheekbones, whether the angels have done that or not. The second is a round, smaller version about half the width, used for setting face powder over foundation or for applying blusher and powder eyeshadow. The third is a fan brush, which is very nicely feathered at its tip,

29.5.2017

I love the ‘Real Techniques’ range of makeup products as they have been well thought out and designed to make like quicker and easier. The brushes are soft and kind to your skin, they keep their shape and can be reused time and time again.This set gives you everything you need to achieve full coverage and perfect contouring. You get:Brush cup – A square white cup for easy access to your favourite brushes;Square foundation brush – Excellent at providing a full coverage look, for concealing, and for contouring. Due to its design this brush is perfect for layering your foundation. On areas where you need a little less coverage, the buffing brush is the brush to use.

29.5.2017

I love the ‘Real Techniques’ range of makeup products as they have been well thought out and designed to make like quicker and easier. The brushes are soft and kind to your skin, they keep their shape and can be reused time and time again.This set gives you everything you need to achieve the sculpted look. You get:Brush cup – A square white cup for easy access to your favourite brushes;Sculpting brush – Can be used to apply moisturiser, foundation, and blush to your skin and is excellent for contouring. Provides a light foundation coverage that can be built upon. It buffs the foundation across the skin, providing a more natural looking finish. You can work quickly across your face,

28.5.2017

The Real Techniques Sculpting Set arrives in standard Real Techniques packing which is a sturdy plastic packing that keeps the products in top condition and on the back also has a reminder to check out the brand via social media where sites like YouTube include instructions on correct use of the products. This set contains sculpting brush, fan brush, and setting brush.This set it used to accentuate favorite features, create defined contours for added depth, or simply enhance your natural bone structure. The sculpting brush has a wide angled head to create contours, the fan brush is used to sweep on powders and whisk away stray powder, and the setting brush is for more controlled powder application such as when baking or contouring.

7.5.2017

I really love the colour of these brushes, the orange really stands out. My kitchen is pretty much the same colour, i think its fab.I have a few sets in the range of these brushes now and i like the fact that each section of the face has different coloured brushes for easy identification. If that wasnt good enough you also have what the brushes are for printed on the barrels, hallelujah, because unless you are a professional make up artist you never never which brush does which job in the set.You get 5 brushes in this set with a handy little pot to keep them in. I personally think the pot should of been orange to match the brushes but its a small niggle.The brushes are soft yet firm,

3.5.2017

Out of all these brushes the Buffing one is my favourite for applying loose powder, it feels soft and gives a nice good application with no irritation. Next favourite has to be the one I used to apply spot concealer with, the smallest tip one that does a brilliant job. All the brushes are good and feel like items that will last. They come in a plastic cup shaped thing for ease of storage plus easy to get to and use in this. Did think at first wow how heavy the brushes must be then realized it was the holder they were in.Yes a good base set, some of the brushes you might not use as much as others but no loose hairs and they look bright and modern. Not the kind of brushes you would take out with them being a base set.

27.4.2017

For a lot of ladies, make up is a skill that requires a lot of time and effort to learn, whether its just the basics of applying your lipstick or spending time learning how to use tricks to help redefine the face to hide certain features whilst accenting others its a set of skills that can be expensive to learn. Thankfully the company behind these brushes has thier own You Tube Channel to help teach you how to do it in such a way that it looks flawless.But learning is only half the thing. The other side is to have some quality brushes that will not only get the job done but last you years. Thats exactly what this set of brushes will do. They;re well made,

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