Evening guys!
As you probably know (they've been all over blogs!), the Real Techniques brushes were created by one half of the fabulous Pixiwoo sisters, Samantha Chapman.
A while ago, I bought the Stippling brush, from Boots for £11.99.
Real Techniques say "Create a flawless base with this beautifully designed Stippling brush by Samantha Chapman, which helps you build coverage gradually for an airbrushed, high definition result."
I've had it for about a month, so have had plenty of time to test it out!
It's a really well made brush, with super soft, dense dual fibre bristles. The bristles are synthetic, so 100% cruelty free, and the brush is cleverly designed so that it can stand alone.
There's alot of hype about stippling brushes being able to create a flawless, airbrushed finish, so I was really excited to try one.
I've been using it with MAC Studio Sculpt foundation, and applied with a stippling/buffing action. The effect was really beautiful, no patches, no streaks, just a natural, healthyl looking coverage.
It was super quick, and easy to apply, perfect for when you've overslept and are in a hurry!
Personally, although I love the finish this brush gives, I'm not confident enough to use it on a daily basis, as it's not quite the coverage I need for my far from perfect skin. I am however, really looking forward to using it in the summer when it's hot, and I don't want heavy makeup.
I can't remember where I read it, but I saw someone say that this brush was perfect for blusher. I've been using it to apply my blusher recently, and its amazing! Doesn't pick up too much colour, and when stippled on to the cheeks, gives the most perfect rosy cheek look, and doesn't give the 'stripe of blusher' look that I sometimes accidentally give myself!
Pros
Gives a lovely, lightweight application of foundation
Cruelty free
Doesn't shed hairs
Reasonably priced
Works amazingly for blusher
Cons:
Doesn't give a heavier application of foundation
Uses quite alot of product, when I use my Eco tools foundation brush, I only have to use about half the amount
So, overall this is a fabulous, multi use brush. I'm using it as my go to blusher brush, and when the weather gets hotter, (or my skin gets better!), then I will use it for foundation. As I said above, I do use quite alot of foundation when I apply with this brush, but I'm willing to overlook this for the nice, natural finish!
I've washed it quite a few times, and I haven't noticed any shedding whatsoever.
Has anyone tried this brush? Or have any Real Techniques recommendations? I really want to try the Buffing brush!
P.S The brushes are still on 3 for 2 at Boots!
