Until recently I had been using
all Clinique makeup brushes, as after trying a number of cheaper brushes by
other brands, I found that these worked best for me. But although I clean my
brushes regularly, I noticed that my Clinique foundation brush was starting to
leave my foundation looking streaky. So after hearing a lot of good reviews
about Real Techniques brushes, I decided to invest in a Real Techniques
Stippling Brush, to try and solve my foundation foibles!
Unfortunately I no longer have
the packaging to show you, but I’m sure that most of you will be familiar
with it already. On the Real Techniques website, the Stippling brush is described
as follows:
“This dual-fibre stippling
brush is the trade secret for creating airbrushed, high definition results with
all types of makeup.
- Look pixel-perfect even in
harsh light.
- Ultra-plush, synthetic taklon
bristles are hand cut and 100% cruelty free.
- Self-standing for easy storage.
- Extended aluminium handle is
light and easy to use.”
There is also a Real Techniques
Stippling Brush Tutorial available online that demonstrates how to use the
brush, which can be found here.
This tutorial shows Samantha
Chapman, creator of Real Techniques and Pixiwoo blogger, using the brush to
buff liquid foundation into her skin. However, when I came to try the brush out
for myself, I found this method to be a little harsh for my skin type. As you
will know if you have read some of my earlier posts, I have quite dry and
sensitive skin, and I found that applying my foundation in this way only served
to highlight the problem.
Nevertheless I persevered, and the
next time I used my Real Techniques Stippling Brush I did exactly what the name
suggests and lightly stippled my foundation into my skin, which worked
perfectly! This method enabled me to apply my foundation quickly and easily, whilst
providing an even, streak-free coverage.
I also found that this brush is well suited for use with cream blushers, such as
Stila Convertible Colours, and cream highlighters.
I purchased my Real Techniques
Stippling Brush from my local Boots for £11.99, but they are also available online
from the Real Techniques website.
Grace xXx
Label: Makeup
ah i love this brush, although once you purchase one you want to purchase more ;) xx
ReplyDeleteMe too :). And you're right, since buying this brush I've been eyeing up the Real Techniques Starter Set! xXx
DeleteI love this brush! I actually just finished my two-part review on all of my Real Techniques brushes - they're the best!
ReplyDeleteI'll take a look :). I'll probably be investing in more Real Techniques brushes at some point, so it would be good read some reviews first! xXx
DeleteI absolutely love this brush! It was one of the best buys I've had :) I had to run out and buy the core collection last week, I'm that impressed haha xxx
ReplyDeleteI think it's one of my best buys as well! I use it for pretty much everything (foundation, highlighter and cream blusher). Good for travelling too as I only have to take one makeup brush with me! xXx
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