By Guest Blogger Sidory Dan-Perry
When choosing an eyeliner, we all want something that stays in place, does not smudge or fade away and most importantly, it has to be easy to use. Not all of us have a steady hand with makeup, so most of us rely heavily on the cosmetic companies to make everything user friendly.
Stila makes a great gel eyeliner called “Smudge Pot.” It’s a two-in-one, working as an eyeliner and an eye shadow. If you decide to use this product as an eyeliner, you must use a brush. I suggest Stila’s #28 double-ended brush. One side is …read more

Cleaning your makeup brushes is essential. Brushes contain a lot of dirt, debris and bacteria. You can clean your brushes with a small amount of gentle shampoo, or use a product specifically designed to clean makeup brushes. I used to think the special products weren’t worth it. However, recently I tried a couple brands that changed my mind. These makeup brush cleansers rinse very clean and leave your brushes so fresh.
Clinique Makeup Brush Cleanser
A couple months back, I received a small sample of this cleanser. Used monthly, it will keep your brushes clean and help ensure they last longer. At …read more

If you are going to be traveling this Summer or just happens to travel a lot because of your job, then you’d love this new line of travel friendly retractable brushes from Sephora.
Retractable Foundation Brush #56, $24. The tapered, and chiseled brush were dwesigned to fit every contour of your face.
Retractable Concealer Brush #57, $20. It works with all cream products for primer, eye cream and cream shadow.
Retractable Angled Eyeliner Brush #18, $18. This helps create the dramatic cat-eye look.
Retractable All Over Shadow Brush #19, $19. Use this to apply shadow on the eyelid uniformly.
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I was reading about Sephora Professional Bronzer Brush and it is quite interesting to find out the mixed reviews about it.
Well actually, the bad thing about this bronzer brush is considered a good thing by other people. It’s quite big that it takes too much, on the other hand, it’s big enough to give an even application on the face. So it’s safe to say that it will be a matter of preference.
Other bad review about it is that the bristles and fibers apparently fall too easily. Another review said otherwise. When it comes to mixed reviews like …read more

This Bare Escentuals Buffing Brushes The Essential Collection is in limited edition so if you haven’t bought one for yourself, now is the time to do so before it’s all gone.
The collection includes 5 custom-colored brushes :

Handy Buki Brush
Tapered Blush Brush
Soft Focus Eyeshadow Brush
Wet/Dry Eyeshadow Brush
Precision Eyeliner Brush

Plus the very nifty and cute Escentual Brush Roll. Whether you’re a Bare Escentuals newbie or a huge fan of BE products, this Bare Escentuals Buffing Brushes The Essential Collection is definitely something to add in your own collection. $87 at Sephora.
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Before my friend Star from Banging Bags gave me the Bare Escentuals Kit as a Christmas present a few years ago, my makeup routine consisted of liquid foundation application using the makeup sponge then finishing it off with a CG pressed powder application.

Ever since I’ve experienced the “greatness” of the Full Coverage Kabuki brush and  Flawless Application Face Brush that came with the kit, I haven’t looked back. The bristles are soft and so smooth when it touches the skin. Even when I’m using either MAC, L’ancome and Wet’n’Wild brands of makeup. I’m lucky enough to actually …read more

When it comes to beauty, the task doesn’t stop on just finding the cool beauty gadgets that works for you. Part of it is maintenance. That means while you’re taking care of your self, you also have to take care of the beauty tools you use everyday. Makeup brushes for example. Here are 6 makeup brush cleansers you might want to check out as part of your beauty gizmos.

M.A.C makeup brush cleanser, $11. Disinfects and conditions the bristles while removing excess residue at the same time.

Bare Escentuals ‘Well-Cared For’ Brush Conditioning Shampoo, $14.50. Deep-conditioning shampoo specifically …read more

I am so fascinated over the Urban Decay Big Buddha Brush.

This Big Buddha Brush is Urban Decay’s answer to the kabuki brush. The big wide brush measures over 3"x2". It’s perfect for bronzing the arms and legs as well as highlighting the shoulders and décolleté. I am absolutely in love with it’s ombre style. Purple shades on the top and white at the bottom. The oblong handle makes it easy and comfortable in the grip.
How cute is this? I’d get it just because it’s purple . Joking aside, I’d love to feel the uber-smooth high-tech Taklon …read more

Benefit Primpcess – Eye Primping Kit is your one-stop kit that will give you all the tools and skills you need to primp your  eyes. With all the things you need in one spot and instructions on hand, you’ll be concealing, contouring, accenting, lining, applying shadow, and brightening your eyes in no time.
This limited Eye Primping Kit comes with :

0.04 oz Boi-ing concealer in 02 Medium
0.04 Eye Bright
0.11 oz Creaseless Cream Shadow Liner in R.S.V.P. (sparkling champagne)
3 Powder Shadows (for contouring, accenting, and lining)
0.14 oz BADgal Lash Mascara mini mascara
dual ended Fluff Shadow & Talent Brush
Concealer Brush …read more

Yes, I got another MAC brush this time, and it’s the MAC 228 Mini Shader Brush. This is a fantastic brush to use to pick up dark eyeshadow and deposit on the crease, for a precise application ( a big brush would not do ). This brush that picks up alot of product is also a good applicator for smoky eyes when you want the darkest colors, and use the brush to pack the heavy color on.