Adesign’s Customer Appreciation Week – 30% off all regular priced items. Promotion runs through Wednesday Oct 26th

Adesign brushes are my go-to brushes, from person use to my makeup kit.  If you have to go with only a single brush, go with the finishing powder brush in the specificity section.  I don’t think I’ve reviewed it but I’ll be sure to post it in a day or so. I have reviews of many of their brushes, just click the Adesign tag below.

 

BLACK OPAL Creme Stick Foundation " Truly Topaz ", FASHION FAIR Fast Finish Foundation Stick " Tender"

MAC Studio Fix Powder "C8"

SEPHORA Mattifying Foundation "Medium 31"

LORAC TANtalizer Baked Bronzer

CARGO BLUSH "LAGUNA"

MAC "COPPERTONE" Matte Blush, MAC "BLUNT " Powder Blush

aDesign Powder Brush

Small Foundation Brush, MAC 109 Contour Brush, Royal and Langnickel, SEPHORA PROFESSIONEL FLAT BLUSH BRUSH #42

LA Splash Liquid Eyeliner " Black " , YSL Mascara " BLACK "

NYC Eyebrow and Wax Kit

Beauty So Clean Cosmetic Sanitizer Wipes

Make Up For Ever Professional Makeup Bag *NOT SOLD IN STORES*

I’m working on a brand new foundation routine video this week…these products will all make sense later, I promise lol.

 

Happy Turkey Day!!  I had a super long day and wasn’t even sure I’d be able to get anything posted today.  Thankfully Christine at Temptalia posted a lot of wonderful beauty deals and I added a few as well.  Today the Man and I hosted our first Thanksgiving dinner and surprisingly everything turned out great.  But they wasn’t ready for my homemade cranberry sauce.  Haters!  It wasn’t even tart…but nooo they didn’t want it.  I was able to get in all my Black Friday shopping for the boys and I’m taking the family out to venture the city tomorrow before they head back to Los Angeles.  I hope you all enjoyed your day as much as I did.  Happy Holidays and enjoy the saving!

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Adesign “Essentials” Brush Set Review
Set Includes: Powder, Angled Cheek, Foundation, Pointed Crease, Gel Liner, All Over Eye, Eye 1 and Groomer.

Availability: http://www.adesignbrushes.com/index.html
Price: $110.00
Rating: A-

Look details

EYES
Urban Decay Primer Potion
Coastal Scents “88 Warm” Palette (3H, 4H, and 8K)
MUFE Aqua Cream Liner in “Matte Black 1″
100% Pure Fruit Pigmented Mascara in “Black Tea”

FACE
Jane Marini Antioxidant Daily face Protectant SPF 30
MAC Select Cover-Up in NC45
Black Radiance Pressed Powder in Creamy Beige (8604A)
MAC Refined Deeper Bronze
MAC “Bite of an Apple” Powder Blush
MUFE Super Matte Loose Powder

LIPS
MAC Tined Lipglass in “Viva Glam V”

Disclaimer: This product(s)was sent to the author for review by the manufacturer/PR. All reviews on http://www.addictedtoallthingspretty.com and from Krissy (aka Krissy90220) remain unbiased and unpaid. For more info, feel free to contact the author.

 

 

Adesign is hitting us with a brand new set of brushes.  I’m always on the fence about sets because they’re always missing 1 or 2 brushes that you really need or want.  Maybe I’m just being picky but if I’m going to purchase a brush kit –I prefer to have an all-in-one essential (no pun intended) brush kit.  I need to be able to apply my foundation without be restricted to a single type of foundation.  I go from cream, to liquid, to powder like nobody’s business.  I also need essential eye brushes.  I hate when a kit comes with 1 or 2 eye brushes.  These days we’re creating more flawless and defined looks.  With all that being said, the Adesign “Essentials” Set is going to be a hit!  The set includes the Powder, Angled Cheek, Foundation, Pointed Crease, Gel Liner, All Over Eye, Eye 1 and Groomer brush.  I can’t think of anything this kit is missing; for the woman on the go that just needs an everyday kit, a makeup pro, or someone getting into makeup and needs a starting point.  It’ll fit most liftstyles.  The black case isn’t my style but it’s very durable and you can wipe it off if you get makeup on it.  I wish is had pockets for makeup storage.

Powder Brush

  • Natural hair- Grade ‘A’ goat hair
  • Soft
  • Nice and light, with a nice handle.
  • Large, great for all over powders but too large to double as a blush brush (I’m okay with that)

 

Angled Cheek Brush

  • Natural hair- Grade ‘A’ goat hair
  • Soft…maybe too soft for some blushes.
  • Nice and light, with a nice size handle.

 

Foundation Brush

  • Synthetic hair- High grade synthetic blend
  • Dense and firm but taped tip is soft
  • Small paddle, great for blending concealer.  May be time consuming for an all over application.

 

Pointed Crease Brush

  • Natural hair- Grade ‘A’ goat hair
  • Soft, but not too soft
  • May not be pointed enough.  May make a good blending brush.
  • Natural hair- High grade synthetic
  • Firm
  • Nice tapered tip for precision
  • Small handle but widens at the contact point
  • Natural hair- Grade ‘A’ goat hair
  • Soft…maybe too soft but we’ll see
  • Full paddle shape, maybe too large for ladies with small eyes.
  • Natural hair- Grade ‘A’ pony hair
  • Soft but firmer than the All Over Brush
  • Nice pointed tip, great for blending.

 

Groomer Brush (double sided)

  • Very firm natural hair- slanted fine tip (brow applicator) & wide full bristles (brow groomer)

 

 

 

Disclaimer: This product(s)was sent to the author for review by the manufacturer/PR. All reviews on http://www.addictedtoallthingspretty.com and from Krissy (aka Krissy90220) remain unbiased and unpaid. For more info, feel free to contact the author.

 

 

     

    Adesign has finally released their new lineup of makeup brushes.  I’ve been hearing whispers about these new brushes since early spring and couldn’t be more excited.  Adesign is known for creating high quality, innovative makeup brushes.  We all know that great makeup brushes are the key to achieving a flawless look.  I’m not doing a complete review of theses brushes but wanted to share my first impression and photos.  I’ll do a video for the review.

     

    If you missed my first review of Adesign makeup brushes, be sure to check it out here.

     

    Finishing Face Brush

    • Duo fibers- Grade ‘A’ goat hair & high grade synthetic
    • Super light, like it could float on water lol
    • Handle is small in size
    • Unbelievably soft bristles
    • The span of the fanned out bristles are really wide but the width is wider than I normally see with these type of brushes

     

    Finishing Powder Brush

    • Duo fibers- Grade ‘A’ goat hair & high grade synthetic
    • Light
    • Nice large handle
    • I love the size.  It’s larger than the Sephora Mineral Powder Brush but not really a large brush.  We’ll just call is Medi-arge.
    • Dense fibers, soft.  But I’m curious to see how it’ll work with cream foundation.

     

    Finishing Crease Brush

    • Duo fiber- Grade ‘A’ goat hair & high grade synthetic
    • Nice pointed tip
    • Slightly firm
    • Synthetic fibers glide nicely

     

    Pointed Crease Brush

    • Natural hairs- Grade ‘A’ goat hair
    • Soft, but not too soft
    • May not be pointed enough.  May make a good blending brush.

     

    Gel Liner Brush

    • Natural hairs- High grade synthetic
    • Firm
    • Nice tapered tip for precision
    • Small handle but widens at the contact point

     

    Disclaimer: This product(s)was sent to the author for review by the manufacturer/PR. All reviews on http://www.addictedtoallthingspretty.com and from Krissy (aka Krissy90220) remain unbiased and unpaid. For more info, feel free to contact the author.

     

    Finishing Face Brush

    • Super light, like it could float on water lol
    • Handle is small in size
    • Unbelievably soft bristles
    • The span of the fanned out bristles are really wide but the width is wider than I normally see with these type of brushes

    

    Finishing Powder Brush

    Finishing Crease Brush

    • Duo fiber
    • Nice pointed tip
    • Slightly firm
    • Synthetic fibers glide nicely

    Pointed Crease Brush

    • Natural hairs
    • Soft, but not too soft
    • May not be pointed enough.  May make a good blending brush.

    Gel Liner Brush

    • Natural hairs
    • Firm
    • Nice tapered tip for precision
    • Small handle but widens at the contact point

     

    Bare Escentuals Full Flawless Face

     

    Bare Escentuals Hydrate & Brighten Brush

     

    MAC 188 small duo fibre

     

    MAC 190 foundation brush

     

    adesign pointed foundation

     

    no name slanted blush brush

     

    no name pointed kabuki

     

    MAC 130 short duo fibre

    Brand Number or Name Hair Type Category Formula
    Bare Escentuals Full Flawless Face natural face powder
    Bare Escentuals Hydrate & Brighten synthetic face cheeks powder
    MAC 188 small duo fibre duo face cheeks liquid cream powder
    MAC 190 foundation synthetic face liquid cream
    adesign pointed foundation synthetic face h/c liquid cream powder
    no name slanted blush brush natural cheeks h/c powder
    no name pointed kabuki natural face powder
    MAC 130 short duo fibre duo face cheeks powder cream liquid

     

    I did a video review of adesign brushes a couple months ago and still run to them for every makeup application.  When I initially purchased these brushes about 7 months ago (or longer, I don’t remember) the main reason I justified purchasing them was beucase they’re unique brushes.  Per adesign’s site.. Please note that the adesign foundation kabuki’s are patent pending. This design is the property of adesign and cannot be shared or used without prior written consent. Well not anymore.  I spotted both the pointed and flat top kabuki on CoastalScents.com $11 cheaper.  Not only do they appear to be the same brushes but the black patent leather snake skin printed case looks exactly the same as well.  I’m assuming (and we all know what happens when people assume) one of three things took place: one, adesign gave Coastal Scents written permission.  Two, adesign let their patent expire.  Three, Coastal Scent went around the patent and went straight to adesign’s manufacture.

     

     

    adesign Pointed Foundation Kabuki $26.00

     

    adesign Flat Top Foundation Brush $26.00

     

    Coastal Scents Synthetic Large Domed Kabuki Brush $14.95

     

    Coastal Scents Synthetic Wide Buffer Brush which is out of stock so no price is listed

     

     

     

     

     

    adeisgn Pointed Foundation Brush – $32.00

    A pro tool for heavier based foundation. Great for photo shoot and stage makeup. Use this foundation brush under your eye and around your nose.

     

    adeisgn Pointed Foundation Kabuki Brush – $26.00

    The unique design of this brush allows professional application in half the time. Smoothly covers large surface areas while achieving detailed results. Use with cream foundations to blend around the eyes, nose and hairline. Also, pair with your favorite facial masks or moisturizer for a fast, even application. Please note that the adesign foundation kabuki’s are patent pending. This design is the property of adesign and cannot be shared or used without prior written consent.

     


    adesign Flat Top Foundation Brush – $26.00

    The innovative shape of this brush creates a dramatic finish. Great for powder and wet-to-dry foundation. The soft synthetic finish and stylized design allows you to create flawless coverage. Ideal for buffing; stimulates your skin during makeup application. Please note that the adesign foundation kabuki’s are patent pending. This design is the property of adesign and cannot be shared or used without prior written consent.

     

    FOTD: neutral spring look

    ELF Brow Kit (medium)
    Wet N Wild Bronzer (Goddess)
    ELF Studio Blush (Merry Berry)
    Rimmel Max Volume Flash Mascara (black)
    Styli Style (black)
    Wet N Wild Glassy Gloss Lip Gel (clear/ Reflection)
    Wet N Wild Mega Last Lip Color (900 – Pink Sugar)
    ELF Nail Polish (Desert Haze)

     

    Fashion Fair FAST FINISH FOUNDATION STICK (Tender) – http://bit.ly/96mY33

    adesign POINTED KABUKI BRUSH – http://www.adesignbrushes.com/products/face-brushes.html

    MAC blot pressed powder (dark) – http://bit.ly/bX0ZdE

    NAILS – http://www.addictedtoallthingspretty.com/NOTD—OPI-Garga…

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