Brushes

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Makeup brushes are one of those things that I understand, but I also just don't get. For example, I understand the value of NOT using your (probably) dirty hands to apply product. Makes total sense. Also for eye looks--brushes are worth their weight in gold. 

The main piece I don't understand about brushes is why they cost so stinking much! Why am I paying $50 for some bristles. Why? I mean, kudos to them I'd probably try to max out my margins too, but I just don't see the value there. I find it hard to believe that, while Wet n Wild makes some kick ass vegan brushes for $5, other high-end brands MUST charge $40 for something very comparable.

But I'm no pro, so feel free to argue. All I'm saying is that the Wet n Wild flat-top brush is one of the only brushes I use on the regs along with a crease brush for shadow. The rest are touch and go.

If you're going to spend on brushes, definitely check some of these out before you feel the need to splurge. While I haven't tried the Artis brushes, I find it hard to believe that the set is worth $350+.

Wet n Wild Flat Top Brush -- its $2.99 and blends everything from contour to highlight and liquid foundation. Also, I love their aesthetic with the pink and white.

Wet n Wild Flat Top Shadow Brush -- IT'S 99 CENTS. I CAN'T NOT RECOMMEND THIS. Also v good for lining the lower lash line with shadow and packing product onto the lid.

Sephora's Pro Crease Brush -- this is a good, classic brush for your collection. Bonus, its only $11 at the moment.

Beauty Blender -- OK so this isn't "cheap," but its just too dang good. This is a great tool for liquid foundation, blotting and diffusing highlight, and dabbing powder into traditionally oily spots on the face.

To be honest, I think you could do all your makeup with these four tools. 

*drops the mic*