Thursday, June 30, 2011

Make Up For Ever Brow Corrector in 0




my sister wearing MUFE brow corrector

(She did her own make-up; I did her brows)

Pros:

Waterproof

Highly Pigmented. A little goes a long way

Time Saving. Merges the effect of a brow powder and a brow set


Cons:

Price. It retails for Php 1280 (However the combination of In2it and MAC Browset would cost you more)


Is it needed or nice to have?

You definitely need this if you have plans of becoming a make-up professional


Will I repurchase?

Yes! I got the last stock in MUFE Shang yesterday :p


Rating: 4/5

MAC Browset in Girlboy



my sister wearing MAC Girl Boy


Pros:

Perfect for people with thick brows who are tired with just a clear mascara

Tames unruly brows with a touch of color

Complements the overall look of people with cool skin tones

This can be used for both sexes (well, I use it - haha)


Cons:

Application could get messy for first time users

Price. It retails for Php 950


Is it needed or nice to have?

I personally use it. This is one of my favorite MAC products


Will I repurchase?

Yes!


Rating: 4/5

Elianto Nose Shaper Brush


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Website description:

Get appearance of a slimmer nose with this! Apply colour along sides of nose brushing downwards over the nostril area and tip. Skip the nose's bony ridge as this will be highlighted against the contoured areas.

Pros:

  • Versatile. It was originally designed to be a nose shader brush; but this works more as a crease brush especially for small eyes. You can also use this brush to deposit color on the hollows of the crease.
  • Cheap. Retails for about Php 170


Cons:

It sheds most of the time


Is it needed or nice to have?

I personally think that you need it


Will I repurchase?

Yes


Rating: 4/5. (I could have given it a five if not for the shedding)

MAC 109 Brush


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MAC Website describes it as:

Use on the face to apply, blend or contour powder products. Softly rounded dome tip delivers just enough colour; smoothly blends colour into the face. Of natural fibres.

Pros:

Versatile. It can be used to apply foundation for an airbrush finish. Also, it can also be used to apply contour on the hollows of the cheeks and jawline as well. Finally, you can use this to apply powder on the under-eye area and highlighter on the highest planes of the cheeks.


Cons:

  • It’s expensive. Got this in Singapore for Php 2200
  • It sheds during the first few use and when you use it to apply liquid foundation


Is it needed or nice to have?

I personally think it’s nice to have


Will I repurchase?

No. I think with proper use, this will last me a long time if not a lifetime


Rating: 3/5

Elf Studio Line Powder Brush


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Elf website describes it as:

This new anti bacterial, synthetic haired Taklon brush is softer and more absorbent and can be used with wet or dry products. Be a professional makeup artist and create a flawless look with this e.l.f. studio brush!
-Creates a professional sculpted look
-Full coverage color
-Use for powder or blush for perfect contouring
*Vegan Friendly

Pros:

  • Cheap. Got it for Php 330 (including shipping) from an online seller. It retails for Php 250 in local Elf counters
  • Versatile. It can be used to buff powder for a flawless finish or to apply foundation for an airbrush finish


Cons:

  • Unstable handle. Mine was wobbly. I had to literally remove the handle from the ferrule and re-attach it to make it more stable.
  • The overall diameter of the bristles may be too wide for liquid foundation application.


Is it needed or nice to have?

I personally think it’s nice to have; but if you are a powder junkie, this is a must


Will I repurchase?

No. I have my eyes on Sigma F80


Rating: 4/5

Elf Studio Line Blush Brush


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Elf website describes it as:

This new anti bacterial, synthetic haired Taklon brush is softer and more absorbent and can be used with wet or dry products. Be a professional makeup artist and create a flawless look with this e.l.f. studio brush!

  • Creates a defined and sculpted look
  • The tailored design allows for easy maneuvering and precise color application
  • Use to apply blush or bronzer

    *Vegan Friendly


  • Pros:
    • Cheap.Got it for Php 250 in local Elf counters
    • Versatile. It can also be used for precise blush application or to apply contour on the hollows of the cheeks and jawline as well. Moreover, it ‘s perfect for achieving the Korean Look.

    Cons:

    None


    Is it needed or nice to have?

    I personally think it’s needed


    Will I repurchase?

    No. I have my eyes on MAC 116


    Rating: 5/5