A year ago, when I first laid eyes on the Essence of Beauty brush set at the CVS website...
Early this year, when I studied at the Basement Academy for makeup class, my dear friend Shen took out her Essence of Beauty Dual ended foundation and concealer brush and I was in awe! I touched it and fell in love with it again....then several months after, I saw this....
Yes, on a local seller site! Talk about FATE right? It's available at Dollface Cosmetics site and it's within reach! I messaged the owner Pearl of Dollface right away and asked if this is the same brush as Essence of Beauty, she didn't know about it but looking at it closely, looks like it came from the same supplier! Same or not, I don't care, I got to get this!
Dollface 3-pcs Dual Ended Brush says ---
3 dual ended brushes with very soft hairs
Pros
Cons
Overall
Essence of Beauty or Dollface, I don't care! These brushes are pure love! Coming from someone who owns several pieces of brush, I don't mind purchasing more of these! I prefer using these brushes for personal use. I like how I can easily do makeup early morning with only a few brushes!
Out of the 3, my ultimate favorite dual ended is the Foundation/Concealer! The Foundation brush is the best foundation brush I've tried to date, it has the perfect density and it applies liquid or cream foundation easily! I like using the concealer brush to spot conceal then blend the rest of the concealer with the foundation brush! Since I got this set, I swear, I've been using these daily and I am actually looking forward for my makeup application daily!
Based on my statement above, sounds like I fell deeply in love with just the Foundation/Concealer combination right? Well to be honest, the other 2 aren't bad as well. But I can easily find dupes for those other 2 easily, but really, because the foundation/concealer combination is just too great, I wouldn't' even care if the rest are crappy! Well it does help that all 3 aren't crappy! So thank you Brush lord! :)
Tips
Yes! Is it bad that I want another set for backup? Just in case? That this set gets lost? Or am I just being paranoid and greedy? lol
Where to purchase and how much?
At Dollface Cosmetics site for Php950.00 (approx $20.00) + Shipping
3 dual ended brushes with very soft hairs
- Foundation and Concealer brush
- Angle Brush and Purse Powder Brush
- Blending eyeshadow and Angle eyeshadow brush
Pros
- very soft
- affordable for 6 types of brushes
- the set can be used for travel and you can put makeup on your whole face with this set
- no weird scent
- no bleeding or shedding after washing (note: the Blush & Powder duo, the black one bled only a tiny bit but only for the first washing, 2nd and 3rd? No problem)
A photo of the brushes after washing, it dried up looking as good as new!
- each brush are labeled, so you won't have difficulty in using them especially for first time makeup users
Cons
- for people like me who's used to storing brushes in a mug upright, how will I do the same with this? lol
- the beautiful brand name "dollface" surprisingly is only a sticker, it was really pretty so I thought it was etched, after first washing, the edge of the sticker is coming off. Not a biggie but still...too bad the silver sticker is just too cute and I want to keep it that way.
Overall
Essence of Beauty or Dollface, I don't care! These brushes are pure love! Coming from someone who owns several pieces of brush, I don't mind purchasing more of these! I prefer using these brushes for personal use. I like how I can easily do makeup early morning with only a few brushes!
Out of the 3, my ultimate favorite dual ended is the Foundation/Concealer! The Foundation brush is the best foundation brush I've tried to date, it has the perfect density and it applies liquid or cream foundation easily! I like using the concealer brush to spot conceal then blend the rest of the concealer with the foundation brush! Since I got this set, I swear, I've been using these daily and I am actually looking forward for my makeup application daily!
Based on my statement above, sounds like I fell deeply in love with just the Foundation/Concealer combination right? Well to be honest, the other 2 aren't bad as well. But I can easily find dupes for those other 2 easily, but really, because the foundation/concealer combination is just too great, I wouldn't' even care if the rest are crappy! Well it does help that all 3 aren't crappy! So thank you Brush lord! :)
Tips
- if you plan to keep the brand name, swipe the "dollface" sticker with a clear coat of nail polish!
- if you have brush roll, store these brushes in a brush roll or pencil case to protect the bristles
- wash the brushes well prior to usage
- keep them clean, if you don't have brush roll or pencil cases, wrap these brushes in a towel after every usage to keep them from germs
Yes! Is it bad that I want another set for backup? Just in case? That this set gets lost? Or am I just being paranoid and greedy? lol
Where to purchase and how much?
At Dollface Cosmetics site for Php950.00 (approx $20.00) + Shipping
Let me show you up close and personal
the brushes and its usage
Foundation and Conceal Brush
Foundation (L) - cream or liquid foundation application and blending all over the face, great to blend out harsh lines from concealers too
Concealer (R)- used to spot conceal under eye circles, spots, can even be used to apply lip products if needed to
Concealer (R)- used to spot conceal under eye circles, spots, can even be used to apply lip products if needed to
Angle and Purse Powder Brush
Purse Powder Brush (R) - I find this great for highligting the undereye area, nose bridge, upper lip area and forehead. Powder highlighting products or pressed powders are great
Blending Eyeshadow and Angle Eyeshadow brush
Blending Eyeshadow Brush (L) - for highlighting powders, contouring powders. I find this perfect for blending contouring powder on the nose area.
Angle Eyeshadow Brush (R) - for powder eyeshadow application or highlighting the brow bone area
Angle Eyeshadow Brush (R) - for powder eyeshadow application or highlighting the brow bone area
*whew*
I have never taken so much photos for brushes! Hope this post is useful for all you brush addicts out there who wants to get your money's worth. This set is definitely worth every single penny!
Keep smilin'
Stay happy!
I have never taken so much photos for brushes! Hope this post is useful for all you brush addicts out there who wants to get your money's worth. This set is definitely worth every single penny!
Keep smilin'
Stay happy!
