eBay Make Up Brushes!

Hello and Happy 2015- lets get things going with a good cheap find shall we?

So, when I was a poor student and I was really getting into playing around with make up I decided to get some brushes from eBay- I didn't have high expectations for these at all, I expected shedding and poor application but gave them a go anyway.  To my surprise these were actually lovely- nice soft brushes good for blending both powder and cream eye shadows, I also got a new buffing brush at the same time- god knows why, I already have far too many, again not expecting much from these but well over a year later I'm still loving these!

So, I got a 4 pack of eye brushes containing 3 fluffy style brushes, great for applying and blending and 1 pencil brush. The 3 fluffy brushes are great, they apply colour really easily and evenly, blend like a dream and wash up great too! The pencil brush is something I've learnt to love- I use this for a smoky close to the lash line kind of job, it's also great to apply colour under the eyes! These wash up great, they're still looking really new after a wash and seem to dry pretty fast too! I can't say these are on par with mac or Zoeva but they are a brilliant cheap and cheerful alternative if like I was- you're a little short on cash and wanting something for your eyes!

I also got a buffing brush, and believe me when I say it's the most dense brush I've ever had my hands on! This is something I had to really practice with, it's great for the more sheer foundations or something not too thick- I love using this with the Bourjois Healthy Mix Serum or Rimmel True match! This buffs in your base until its so natural looking you wouldn't believe you're wearing any make up! It's density can be a little off putting to me occasionally as it is more work to blend and buff with this but I do find myself reaching for it on a 'no make up- look' kind of day! I've found washing this a bit of a pain though- really have to give it some welly to get it clean and takes a pretty long time to dry too!

I couldn't find the exact match to what I've got but these are pretty close! 

Have you tried any cheaper make up brush alternatives?

M x

Boots No.7 Make Up Brush Cleanser Review

Hello again! 

So Recently I have purchased some new Make Up Brushes, and in order to keep them in the best condition and get the best wear out of them, a make up brush cleaner/cleanser, is vital! 

I'm a huge Mac Brush Cleanser fan, but as I am trying to buy all my Beauty product on a smaller budget I thought I'd stay in the high-street for this one!

I spotted No.7 Brush Cleanser in my local store; it retails for £8.00, but I had a £3.00 off No.7 Make Up voucher so it was a bargain for £5.00.  

The bottle is a clean and clear 185ml, with a slightly green tinged liquid inside, the pump action at the top is a good reason why I picked this up, makes for easer use when applying this to your cloth to clean.  

As with all No.7 products, this is hypo-allergenic, so that if you're like me, and have sensitive skin, worrying about what is in this product, or hesitating whether to purchase is not an issue.

The product itself isn't thrilling though; the smell is very clinical and smells a lot like alcohol; whilst I know this is a cleaner I would prefer a softer scent to it.  The cleaner does a brilliant job however, removing the last traces of make up left on my brushes extremely fast.   I tend to clean my brushes every 2-3 days with a quick wipe of this. I have noticed that it as not damaged the brushes, it does not leave a horrible smell on them and leaves them very soft. 

The packaging is fine, I'm not overly bothered about it, although I think a lid to put on top on the pump would be brilliant as I travel a lot this is an issue with it getting knocked! 

I can't say that this is much worse or better than Mac Brush Cleanser, it is only £1.50 less and obviously, being from boots a lot more accessible! 

I would rate this product a 4/5, down sides being the pump with no lid, and the strong alcohol smell, apart from that this is a perfect good cleanser, and a bargain! 

M x