REVIEW - Real Techniques Stippling Brush

Hi again ladies,

Nowadays, it seems there is more hype about makeup brushes than actual makeup! I've always been the kind of girl to believe that if I have a really good quality makeup, a lower quality brush isn't going to ruin that, and vice versa - if I have really cheap make up, an expensive makeup brush isn't going to make up for that!

However, curiosity eventually got the better of me and I started researching different tools. If I'm honest I really don't have the money to buy whichever tools are apparently "in", at the moment, so it took me a long time to find a product that was affordable, effective, and basically, worth it. 

I've picked up so many little eyeshadow brushes over the years I knew that if I were going to buy any brush it should be some sort of foundation brush. After a LOT of researching, I kept coming back to the Real Techniques Stippling Brush.

On the Real Techniques website, the Stippling Brush is quoted to:

• "be a dual-fiber brush that is the trade secret for creating airbrushed, high-definition results with all types of makeup"
• "look pixel perfect in even harsh light"
• "ultra plush, with synthetic bristles that are hand-cut and 100% cruelty free"
• "be self standing for easy storage"
•  "have extended aluminium handle that is light and easy to use"

It's also worth noting that on the realtechniques.com website, this brush has over 122 customer review votes giving it an overall rating of 5/5 stars.

What really intrigued me about this brand and product was the fact that the creator, Sam Champan, is the amazing beauty vlogger and makeup artist behind the YouTube channel Pixiwoo. I felt that there was no personal or monetary agenda behind Real Techniques, aside from providing like minded customers with good quality, affordable tools to follow their makeup dreams. Plain and simple. And I'm so happy to say I'm right.

I purchased my stippling brush from BeautyExpert.co.uk and it cost €13.65 at the time with free standard shipping. I'm also aware that larger Boots stores stock the Real Techniques brushes and often have 3 for 2 deals on them!

I can safely say that I would never be able to go back to a simple foundation brush again. This brush is an amazing all rounder that really can be used for almost anything! I tend to use it mainly for liquid foundation however if you have a peak at this video here, you will see Sam herself explaining all it's many uses!

This brush allows you to really "buff" the product into your skin, getting rid of any tell-tale signs of makeup. It's perfect for those who might have combination or dry skin, where foundation tends to stick to certain areas unless properly applied. 

Aside from how natural my foundation looks, the one thing I've really noticed is that I don't use half as much product when I use my stippling brush to apply it. If you really take the time to buff it into your skin you'll be surprised how far a small drop will last you and it will also allow you to build coverage depending on what you like! This is great if you decide to invest in an expensive foundation like MAC or Chanel.

In regards to cleaning and maintenance, I've had my Stippling Brush over 5 months, and I've washed it 2/3 times simply in a sink of lukewarm water and baby shampoo. It's still as perfect as the day I received it.

I was on holidays recently so my skin tone is slightly darker than it would be usually. Since I know this probably won't last long. (Boo! :( ) I decided to purchase a cheap foundation in a darker colour that will get me by until my tan starts to fade, without splurging on a good foundation that will eventually be too dark for me! I bought the Catrice Cosmestic's Photo Finish 18hr Liquid Foundation in Penneys recently for about €4 and I've been pleasantly surprised! I really do feel that my Real Techniques brush has made the product which is extremely affordable, sit better on my face than any other brush would! Spending €13 on a brush which by the looks of it makes any foundation look good on me is definitely something I can get on board with!

So basically, I've been totally converted! From someone who never believed in the importance of makeup brushes, I'm officially swallowing my words. If you have considered investing in some professional tools and you don't know where to begin I can't recommended Real Techniques Stippling Brush enough! You won't look back, I promise ;) 

xx