Beauty on a Budget Examiner

Makeup Brushes: Cheap versus Expensive

Bobbi Brown Deluxe Brush Set $225 (yeah...that's right, $225)

So when it comes to makeup brushes, are the more expensive brands worth it?

Budget Girl's general rule of thumb is to use higher-end natural brushes for powders and to use inexpensive synthetic brushes for liquids.

The natural bristles from high quality brushes pick up pigment from powders better and offer a more even and smoothing application.  Thier great for face powders, eye shadows, powder blushes and bronzers.  

And for mineral makeup, I am a huge fan of the kabuki brush.  Bare Essentials' (Bare Minerals) kabuki brush if my fave!

Inexpensive-synthetic versions work well as lip brushes or for cream based eyeliner, liquid foundations, cream concealer and smudgers.  (But as an exception to the rule, they still work great for eye shadow as well.)  Buy these brushes cheap from any drugstore or mass-retailer like Wal-mart. 

Now switching back to face powders...there is big problem.  Although many of the luxurious brush lines like Bobbi Brown are wonderful, with some sets costing up to $225, it will definitely cost you! 

Kashuk Tools - Luxe for Less

So what is a "Beauty on a Budget" to do?

"Kashuk Tools" by Sonia Kashuk is a line of quality make-up brushes that really stack up to it's princess competitors.  They are available at Target.

Although not super cheap either, the natural hairs on the brushes are effective in picking up pigment and feels soothing to the face. 

For hygiene purposes (and to keep your brushes lasting longer) wash with shampoo and lay them flat to air-dry.  Do not allow them to stand with the bristles facing up while wet.  The water may drip down inside the brush base and loosen the adhesive that ties the hairs together, which will cause shedding.

photos from target.com and bobbibrowncosmetics.com

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