Tuesday, May 17, 2011

Techie?


When Sam Chapman of Pixiwoo announced she was creating a line of makeup brushes with Real Techniques, I knew they were something I just had to have. Her assurance that they would be affordable for all was a bonus, and to be honest had they been high-end brushes with high-end prices I wouldn't have objected.

After they arrived on Friday, I have spent the last two days obsessing over them and testing them out. While its too early to formulate my thoughts on them just yet, I'm pretty impressed by them. If you would like a review on them, let me know! Using synthetic taklon bristles in each brush means that they are 100% cruelty free. And they're "soft fibers help create a flawless, high-definition finish in any type of light – from sunlight to harsh indoor lighting". While the prices were slightly more than the American prices, they are very affordable at £18.99/22euro for a set.

Core Collection

L-R - Contour brush, Pointed Foundation brush, Detailer brush, Buffing brush

Contour brush - delicately applies highlighter to contour or create sheer, soft-focus.
Pointed Foundation brush - use with liquid to build custom coverage
Detailer Foundation brush - precision cut to effortlessly conceal problem areas; or use with lipstick for long-lasting shape and definition
Buffing brush - ideal for full coverage application of powder and mineral foundation

Eye Definition Starter Set

L-R - Brow brush, Deluxe crease brush, Pixel-point eyeliner brush, Accent brush, Base shadow brush

Brow brush - distinctive shape easily defines brows
Deluxe Crease brush - soft, oversized design for effortless contouring
Pixel-Point Eyeliner brush - tapered cut is ideal for dense or fine eyeliner application
Accent brush - designed for precision detailing, spotlighting, highlighting and smudging
Base shadow brush - applies a smooth, flawless foundation colour
Sam's collection for Real Techniques can be bought here.
Have you bought/ are thinking of buying these brushes? What do you think of Sam's efforts?

Happy Monday x