\nBut I know I’m not alone in the MBAA (Makeup Brushes Addict Anonymous). I know that some people just love to rave about how pretty\u00a0makeup brushes are, to touch their soft bristles, to consider that cleaning them every week is more a ritual than an obligation… mindblown<\/span>
\nPlease, tell me I’m not the only one!!! wink<\/span> <\/p>\n
![\"Zoeva](\"https:\/\/bonniegarner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2014\/10\/zoeva_rose_golden_luxury_set_brushes_headline.jpg\" "\\"Zoeva")
<\/a><\/p>\nZoeva Rose Golden Luxury Set brushes and pouch<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
I’ve been hearing about ZOEVA brushes all over\u00a0the blogosphere.<\/p>\n
ZOEVA is a German makeup and makeup tools company\/brand founded in 2008. Yes, it’s quite recent.
\nThe makeup brushes made by ZOEVA have both natural and synthetic bristles, depending on the brushes. From a technical point of view, the natural bristles are more suitable to apply powdery makeup products. The synthetic bristles are perfect for both powdery or creamy products.<\/p>\n
ZOEVA brushes are known to be high quality brushes and said to have one of the best value for money in the market. They would even be a great alternative to MAC or Sigma brushes for example.<\/p>\n
Well, are they really? Let’s find out!<\/p>\n
\u00a0ZOEVA Rose Golden Luxury Set:<\/a><\/h3>\n![\"Zoeva](\"https:\/\/bonniegarner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2014\/10\/zoeva_rose_golden_luxury_brush_set.jpg\" "\\"Zoeva")
<\/a><\/p>\nZoeva Rose Golden Luxury Brush Set & Pouch<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
It includes 8 face makeup brushes and 3 eyes brushes.<\/p>\n
Face:<\/h4>\n\n- \n
106 Powder<\/a>:<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n![\"Zoeva](\"https:\/\/bonniegarner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2014\/10\/zoeva_106_powder_face_brush_rose_golden.jpg\")
<\/a><\/p>\nOK, let’s start with the only one which didn’t work for me: the 106 Powder.<\/p>\n
As the name suggests, this\u00a0brush is for\u00a0applying powder on your\u00a0face.
\nIt’s in synthetic bristles (tacklon) and it’s super soft! But for me however, it has 2 drawbacks: it isn’t thick enough, and it’s not very dense. I really prefer fluffier brushes that aren’t so\u00a0soft (the bristles are too long for how I use this type of brush) to apply powder.
\nI have a very oily skin, so powder is a must for me, and I like the velvet effect on my face. I need a brush which can actually put some powder on my face, not something that is too soft and ends up\u00a0just swiping the powder off my face.
\nBut that been said, if you’re not a big powder fan, and\u00a0you need a\u00a0light touch, this may well\u00a0be perfect for you!<\/p>\n
\n- \n
102 Silk Finish<\/a>:<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n![\"Zoeva](\"https:\/\/bonniegarner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2014\/10\/zoeva_102_silk_finish_brush_rose_golden.jpg\")
<\/a><\/p>\nI’ve been\u00a0trying to use foundation brushes for so many years. Until last year, I didn’t really know that you could use anything else than flat brushes… And really, I don’t like them. I always ended up with too much foundation and brush strokes all over my face. Then\u00a0I discovered the round shape foundation brushes. It really changes the result, I can tell you! Applying foundation is easy-peasy with round brushes!<\/p>\n
With the 102 Silk Finish, it’s even better. It’s like a “ball” shape. It really distributes the product evenly on the skin, with no strokes at all. It’s perfect to blend your\u00a0product onto the skin. This brush is quite dense, but it’s still soft enough to handle it easily. The bristles are synthetic and very soft.
\nThe foundation application is very quick. It’s a medium size brush, perfect because it’s not too small but it’s still quite precise.
\nTo use it, I would recommend to dot a little bit of foundation on the face and to blend it in circular motions.And don’t forget to stretch the product down to your\u00a0neck!;)<\/p>\n
\n- \n
\u00a0110 Face Shape<\/a>:<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n![\"Zoeva](\"https:\/\/bonniegarner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2014\/10\/zoeva_110_face_shape_brush_rose_golden.jpg\")
<\/a><\/p>\nThe 110 Face Shape is definitely my favorite from\u00a0the set!<\/p>\n
It’s like the little brother of the 102. The shape is exactly the same but it’s smaller. It’s also has synthetic bristles.
\nIt can be used for a very precise foundation application or for contouring (especially with cream products). But what I prefer to use it for, is under-eye concealer application. It’s just the perfect size, the perfect shape and the perfect density for that use! It’s not small, but my huge dark circles love that! It’s still precise though.<\/p>\n
\n- \n
142 Concealer Buffer<\/a>:<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n![\"Zoeva](\"https:\/\/bonniegarner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2014\/10\/zoeva_142_concealer_buffer_brush_rose_golden.jpg\")
<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n
142 Concealer Buffer is a brush for concealer (duh). It has also synthetic bristles. ZOEVA recommends to use it for under-eye concealer, but for me, it’s perfect to use it to apply some concealer onto any blemishes or redness in the face. It’s very easy to blend concealer\u00a0where you need it, and very quickly.<\/p>\n
\n- \n
\u00a0127 Luxe Sheer Cheek<\/a>:<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n![\"Zoeva](\"https:\/\/bonniegarner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2014\/10\/zoeva_127_sheer_cheek_brush_rose_golden.jpg\")
<\/a><\/p>\n127 Luxe Sheer Cheek is a muti-tasking angled brush. It has natural bristles. It’s better to use it with powder makeup products.
\nIt can be used to apply blush, bronzer, contour, highlighter… As an angled brush, I’m using it to apply my bronzer in a precise way. Like a contouring\/bronzer way.
\nIt’s not too dense, it’s more on the fluffy side, which is the good to help\u00a0you avoid\u00a0Pocahontas style color strokes all over your\u00a0face. It really blends pigments on the face very naturally.<\/p>\n
I quite like it, but the only thing that bothered me is that I already have a very similar brush: my Sigma F40<\/a>. I have compared the 2 in the photo below. They’re just like twins! Well of course, if you compare\u00a0the price, ZOEVA is the\u00a0winner.
\nWell, I suppose it’s always good to have a\u00a0backup, just in case…\u00a0;)<\/p>\n![\"Zoeva](\"https:\/\/bonniegarner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2014\/10\/zoeva_127_sigma_F40_brush_rose_golden.jpg\")
<\/a><\/p>\nEyes:<\/h4>\n\n- \n
227 Soft Definer<\/a>:<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n![\"Zoeva](\"https:\/\/bonniegarner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2014\/10\/zoeva_227_soft_definer_brush_rose_golden.jpg\")
<\/a><\/p>\n227 Soft Definer is a blending brush and it has natural bristles. It’s perfect to apply and to blend eye shadows. If you needed just one brush for the eyes, it has to be one with this shape!<\/p>\n
Let’s be real here, this brush is a perfect dupe for the famous\u00a0MAC\u00a0217<\/a>.
\nMAC 217 is one of the most loved brushes in the beauty world. It’s just the best to apply and blend all kinds of eye shadows. I bought my first one 12 years ago, and I recently bought a second one, just in case… It’s so efficient and the quality is beyond this world.<\/p>\n![\"Zoeva](\"https:\/\/bonniegarner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2014\/10\/zoeva_227_mac_217_brush_rose_golden.jpg\")
<\/a><\/p>\nSo, what about the ZOEVA 227?
\nIt’s efficient, no doubt about that. It applies and blends perfectly, exactly like the 217. I’d say that it may be softer than the 217, but it’s very similar. Regarding the quality, the future will tell… I’ve only had this ZOEVA set for a few weeks, time will tell.<\/p>\n
\n- \n
231 Petit Crease<\/a>:<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n![\"Zoeva](\"https:\/\/bonniegarner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2014\/10\/zoeva_231_petit_crease_brush_rose_golden.jpg\")
<\/a><\/p>\nThe 231 Petit Crease is the one I was the most curious about. So, is it really worth the hype?<\/p>\n
The 231 Petit Crease has got natural bristles. Its shape is tapered, which allows very precise eye shadow application, especially in the eyelid crease. It’s perfect for smokey eyes, especially those with several colors. It really intensifies the look of all the makeup. I’m also using it to apply some color under the waterline. It’s perfect for a very pretty and smudgy effect.<\/p>\n
In summary, I wouldn’t say that this brush is a must-have, but it’s still very unique and quite useful for those more dramatic smokey eye kind of days.<\/p>\n
\n- \n
317 Wing Liner<\/a>:<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n![\"Zoeva](\"https:\/\/bonniegarner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2014\/10\/zoeva_317_wing_liner_brush_rose_golden.jpg\")
<\/a><\/p>\nI didn’t think I would like the 317 Wing Liner that much.<\/p>\n
The 317 Wing Liner has synthetic bristles (nylon). It’s a dream for\u00a0applying any kind of eyeliner very precisely. It’s an angle brush, and the brush is very fine, which I personally prefer.
\nI tried it with gel liner, cream liner and even powder and it’s great in every case! It almost makes liner application easy. It’s soft but not too much, perfection!<\/p>\n
For those who wonder if it can be used for eyebrows, I’m not entirely convinced. I really prefer a much harder brush for eyebrows.<\/p>\n
\u00a0In summary:<\/h3>\n
[wprs-pros][wprs-cons]<\/p>\n
The Rose Golden Luxury Set is available on the\u00a0ZOEVA <\/a>website , for 78$.<\/p>\nAnd you, have\u00a0you already tried ZOEVA brushes? What are your thoughts?<\/h5>\n
Photos credits: bonniegarner.com<\/p>\n
<\/a><\/p>\nZoeva Rose Golden Luxury Brush Set & Pouch<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
It includes 8 face makeup brushes and 3 eyes brushes.<\/p>\n
Face:<\/h4>\n\n- \n
106 Powder<\/a>:<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/a><\/p>\nOK, let’s start with the only one which didn’t work for me: the 106 Powder.<\/p>\n
As the name suggests, this\u00a0brush is for\u00a0applying powder on your\u00a0face.
\nIt’s in synthetic bristles (tacklon) and it’s super soft! But for me however, it has 2 drawbacks: it isn’t thick enough, and it’s not very dense. I really prefer fluffier brushes that aren’t so\u00a0soft (the bristles are too long for how I use this type of brush) to apply powder.
\nI have a very oily skin, so powder is a must for me, and I like the velvet effect on my face. I need a brush which can actually put some powder on my face, not something that is too soft and ends up\u00a0just swiping the powder off my face.
\nBut that been said, if you’re not a big powder fan, and\u00a0you need a\u00a0light touch, this may well\u00a0be perfect for you!<\/p>\n
\n- \n
102 Silk Finish<\/a>:<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/a><\/p>\nI’ve been\u00a0trying to use foundation brushes for so many years. Until last year, I didn’t really know that you could use anything else than flat brushes… And really, I don’t like them. I always ended up with too much foundation and brush strokes all over my face. Then\u00a0I discovered the round shape foundation brushes. It really changes the result, I can tell you! Applying foundation is easy-peasy with round brushes!<\/p>\n
With the 102 Silk Finish, it’s even better. It’s like a “ball” shape. It really distributes the product evenly on the skin, with no strokes at all. It’s perfect to blend your\u00a0product onto the skin. This brush is quite dense, but it’s still soft enough to handle it easily. The bristles are synthetic and very soft.
\nThe foundation application is very quick. It’s a medium size brush, perfect because it’s not too small but it’s still quite precise.
\nTo use it, I would recommend to dot a little bit of foundation on the face and to blend it in circular motions.And don’t forget to stretch the product down to your\u00a0neck!;)<\/p>\n
\n- \n
\u00a0110 Face Shape<\/a>:<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/a><\/p>\nThe 110 Face Shape is definitely my favorite from\u00a0the set!<\/p>\n
It’s like the little brother of the 102. The shape is exactly the same but it’s smaller. It’s also has synthetic bristles.
\nIt can be used for a very precise foundation application or for contouring (especially with cream products). But what I prefer to use it for, is under-eye concealer application. It’s just the perfect size, the perfect shape and the perfect density for that use! It’s not small, but my huge dark circles love that! It’s still precise though.<\/p>\n
\n- \n
142 Concealer Buffer<\/a>:<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n
142 Concealer Buffer is a brush for concealer (duh). It has also synthetic bristles. ZOEVA recommends to use it for under-eye concealer, but for me, it’s perfect to use it to apply some concealer onto any blemishes or redness in the face. It’s very easy to blend concealer\u00a0where you need it, and very quickly.<\/p>\n
\n- \n
\u00a0127 Luxe Sheer Cheek<\/a>:<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/a><\/p>\n127 Luxe Sheer Cheek is a muti-tasking angled brush. It has natural bristles. It’s better to use it with powder makeup products.
\nIt can be used to apply blush, bronzer, contour, highlighter… As an angled brush, I’m using it to apply my bronzer in a precise way. Like a contouring\/bronzer way.
\nIt’s not too dense, it’s more on the fluffy side, which is the good to help\u00a0you avoid\u00a0Pocahontas style color strokes all over your\u00a0face. It really blends pigments on the face very naturally.<\/p>\n
I quite like it, but the only thing that bothered me is that I already have a very similar brush: my Sigma F40<\/a>. I have compared the 2 in the photo below. They’re just like twins! Well of course, if you compare\u00a0the price, ZOEVA is the\u00a0winner.
\nWell, I suppose it’s always good to have a\u00a0backup, just in case…\u00a0;)<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\nEyes:<\/h4>\n\n- \n
227 Soft Definer<\/a>:<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/a><\/p>\n227 Soft Definer is a blending brush and it has natural bristles. It’s perfect to apply and to blend eye shadows. If you needed just one brush for the eyes, it has to be one with this shape!<\/p>\n
Let’s be real here, this brush is a perfect dupe for the famous\u00a0MAC\u00a0217<\/a>.
\nMAC 217 is one of the most loved brushes in the beauty world. It’s just the best to apply and blend all kinds of eye shadows. I bought my first one 12 years ago, and I recently bought a second one, just in case… It’s so efficient and the quality is beyond this world.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\nSo, what about the ZOEVA 227?
\nIt’s efficient, no doubt about that. It applies and blends perfectly, exactly like the 217. I’d say that it may be softer than the 217, but it’s very similar. Regarding the quality, the future will tell… I’ve only had this ZOEVA set for a few weeks, time will tell.<\/p>\n
\n- \n
231 Petit Crease<\/a>:<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/a><\/p>\nThe 231 Petit Crease is the one I was the most curious about. So, is it really worth the hype?<\/p>\n
The 231 Petit Crease has got natural bristles. Its shape is tapered, which allows very precise eye shadow application, especially in the eyelid crease. It’s perfect for smokey eyes, especially those with several colors. It really intensifies the look of all the makeup. I’m also using it to apply some color under the waterline. It’s perfect for a very pretty and smudgy effect.<\/p>\n
In summary, I wouldn’t say that this brush is a must-have, but it’s still very unique and quite useful for those more dramatic smokey eye kind of days.<\/p>\n
\n- \n
317 Wing Liner<\/a>:<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/a><\/p>\nI didn’t think I would like the 317 Wing Liner that much.<\/p>\n
The 317 Wing Liner has synthetic bristles (nylon). It’s a dream for\u00a0applying any kind of eyeliner very precisely. It’s an angle brush, and the brush is very fine, which I personally prefer.
\nI tried it with gel liner, cream liner and even powder and it’s great in every case! It almost makes liner application easy. It’s soft but not too much, perfection!<\/p>\n
For those who wonder if it can be used for eyebrows, I’m not entirely convinced. I really prefer a much harder brush for eyebrows.<\/p>\n
\u00a0In summary:<\/h3>\n
[wprs-pros][wprs-cons]<\/p>\n
The Rose Golden Luxury Set is available on the\u00a0ZOEVA <\/a>website , for 78$.<\/p>\nAnd you, have\u00a0you already tried ZOEVA brushes? What are your thoughts?<\/h5>\n
Photos credits: bonniegarner.com<\/p>\n
106 Powder<\/a>:<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/a><\/p>\nOK, let’s start with the only one which didn’t work for me: the 106 Powder.<\/p>\n
As the name suggests, this\u00a0brush is for\u00a0applying powder on your\u00a0face.
\nIt’s in synthetic bristles (tacklon) and it’s super soft! But for me however, it has 2 drawbacks: it isn’t thick enough, and it’s not very dense. I really prefer fluffier brushes that aren’t so\u00a0soft (the bristles are too long for how I use this type of brush) to apply powder.
\nI have a very oily skin, so powder is a must for me, and I like the velvet effect on my face. I need a brush which can actually put some powder on my face, not something that is too soft and ends up\u00a0just swiping the powder off my face.
\nBut that been said, if you’re not a big powder fan, and\u00a0you need a\u00a0light touch, this may well\u00a0be perfect for you!<\/p>\n
\n- \n
102 Silk Finish<\/a>:<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/a><\/p>\nI’ve been\u00a0trying to use foundation brushes for so many years. Until last year, I didn’t really know that you could use anything else than flat brushes… And really, I don’t like them. I always ended up with too much foundation and brush strokes all over my face. Then\u00a0I discovered the round shape foundation brushes. It really changes the result, I can tell you! Applying foundation is easy-peasy with round brushes!<\/p>\n
With the 102 Silk Finish, it’s even better. It’s like a “ball” shape. It really distributes the product evenly on the skin, with no strokes at all. It’s perfect to blend your\u00a0product onto the skin. This brush is quite dense, but it’s still soft enough to handle it easily. The bristles are synthetic and very soft.
\nThe foundation application is very quick. It’s a medium size brush, perfect because it’s not too small but it’s still quite precise.
\nTo use it, I would recommend to dot a little bit of foundation on the face and to blend it in circular motions.And don’t forget to stretch the product down to your\u00a0neck!;)<\/p>\n
\n- \n
\u00a0110 Face Shape<\/a>:<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/a><\/p>\nThe 110 Face Shape is definitely my favorite from\u00a0the set!<\/p>\n
It’s like the little brother of the 102. The shape is exactly the same but it’s smaller. It’s also has synthetic bristles.
\nIt can be used for a very precise foundation application or for contouring (especially with cream products). But what I prefer to use it for, is under-eye concealer application. It’s just the perfect size, the perfect shape and the perfect density for that use! It’s not small, but my huge dark circles love that! It’s still precise though.<\/p>\n
\n- \n
142 Concealer Buffer<\/a>:<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n
142 Concealer Buffer is a brush for concealer (duh). It has also synthetic bristles. ZOEVA recommends to use it for under-eye concealer, but for me, it’s perfect to use it to apply some concealer onto any blemishes or redness in the face. It’s very easy to blend concealer\u00a0where you need it, and very quickly.<\/p>\n
\n- \n
\u00a0127 Luxe Sheer Cheek<\/a>:<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/a><\/p>\n127 Luxe Sheer Cheek is a muti-tasking angled brush. It has natural bristles. It’s better to use it with powder makeup products.
\nIt can be used to apply blush, bronzer, contour, highlighter… As an angled brush, I’m using it to apply my bronzer in a precise way. Like a contouring\/bronzer way.
\nIt’s not too dense, it’s more on the fluffy side, which is the good to help\u00a0you avoid\u00a0Pocahontas style color strokes all over your\u00a0face. It really blends pigments on the face very naturally.<\/p>\n
I quite like it, but the only thing that bothered me is that I already have a very similar brush: my Sigma F40<\/a>. I have compared the 2 in the photo below. They’re just like twins! Well of course, if you compare\u00a0the price, ZOEVA is the\u00a0winner.
\nWell, I suppose it’s always good to have a\u00a0backup, just in case…\u00a0;)<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\nEyes:<\/h4>\n\n- \n
227 Soft Definer<\/a>:<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/a><\/p>\n227 Soft Definer is a blending brush and it has natural bristles. It’s perfect to apply and to blend eye shadows. If you needed just one brush for the eyes, it has to be one with this shape!<\/p>\n
Let’s be real here, this brush is a perfect dupe for the famous\u00a0MAC\u00a0217<\/a>.
\nMAC 217 is one of the most loved brushes in the beauty world. It’s just the best to apply and blend all kinds of eye shadows. I bought my first one 12 years ago, and I recently bought a second one, just in case… It’s so efficient and the quality is beyond this world.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\nSo, what about the ZOEVA 227?
\nIt’s efficient, no doubt about that. It applies and blends perfectly, exactly like the 217. I’d say that it may be softer than the 217, but it’s very similar. Regarding the quality, the future will tell… I’ve only had this ZOEVA set for a few weeks, time will tell.<\/p>\n
\n- \n
231 Petit Crease<\/a>:<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/a><\/p>\nThe 231 Petit Crease is the one I was the most curious about. So, is it really worth the hype?<\/p>\n
The 231 Petit Crease has got natural bristles. Its shape is tapered, which allows very precise eye shadow application, especially in the eyelid crease. It’s perfect for smokey eyes, especially those with several colors. It really intensifies the look of all the makeup. I’m also using it to apply some color under the waterline. It’s perfect for a very pretty and smudgy effect.<\/p>\n
In summary, I wouldn’t say that this brush is a must-have, but it’s still very unique and quite useful for those more dramatic smokey eye kind of days.<\/p>\n
\n- \n
317 Wing Liner<\/a>:<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/a><\/p>\nI didn’t think I would like the 317 Wing Liner that much.<\/p>\n
The 317 Wing Liner has synthetic bristles (nylon). It’s a dream for\u00a0applying any kind of eyeliner very precisely. It’s an angle brush, and the brush is very fine, which I personally prefer.
\nI tried it with gel liner, cream liner and even powder and it’s great in every case! It almost makes liner application easy. It’s soft but not too much, perfection!<\/p>\n
For those who wonder if it can be used for eyebrows, I’m not entirely convinced. I really prefer a much harder brush for eyebrows.<\/p>\n
\u00a0In summary:<\/h3>\n
[wprs-pros][wprs-cons]<\/p>\n
The Rose Golden Luxury Set is available on the\u00a0ZOEVA <\/a>website , for 78$.<\/p>\nAnd you, have\u00a0you already tried ZOEVA brushes? What are your thoughts?<\/h5>\n
Photos credits: bonniegarner.com<\/p>\n
<\/a><\/p>\nOK, let’s start with the only one which didn’t work for me: the 106 Powder.<\/p>\n
As the name suggests, this\u00a0brush is for\u00a0applying powder on your\u00a0face.
\nIt’s in synthetic bristles (tacklon) and it’s super soft! But for me however, it has 2 drawbacks: it isn’t thick enough, and it’s not very dense. I really prefer fluffier brushes that aren’t so\u00a0soft (the bristles are too long for how I use this type of brush) to apply powder.
\nI have a very oily skin, so powder is a must for me, and I like the velvet effect on my face. I need a brush which can actually put some powder on my face, not something that is too soft and ends up\u00a0just swiping the powder off my face.
\nBut that been said, if you’re not a big powder fan, and\u00a0you need a\u00a0light touch, this may well\u00a0be perfect for you!<\/p>\n
- \n
- \n
102 Silk Finish<\/a>:<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/a><\/p>\nI’ve been\u00a0trying to use foundation brushes for so many years. Until last year, I didn’t really know that you could use anything else than flat brushes… And really, I don’t like them. I always ended up with too much foundation and brush strokes all over my face. Then\u00a0I discovered the round shape foundation brushes. It really changes the result, I can tell you! Applying foundation is easy-peasy with round brushes!<\/p>\n
With the 102 Silk Finish, it’s even better. It’s like a “ball” shape. It really distributes the product evenly on the skin, with no strokes at all. It’s perfect to blend your\u00a0product onto the skin. This brush is quite dense, but it’s still soft enough to handle it easily. The bristles are synthetic and very soft.
\nThe foundation application is very quick. It’s a medium size brush, perfect because it’s not too small but it’s still quite precise.
\nTo use it, I would recommend to dot a little bit of foundation on the face and to blend it in circular motions.And don’t forget to stretch the product down to your\u00a0neck!;)<\/p>\n- \n
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\u00a0110 Face Shape<\/a>:<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/a><\/p>\nThe 110 Face Shape is definitely my favorite from\u00a0the set!<\/p>\n
It’s like the little brother of the 102. The shape is exactly the same but it’s smaller. It’s also has synthetic bristles.
\nIt can be used for a very precise foundation application or for contouring (especially with cream products). But what I prefer to use it for, is under-eye concealer application. It’s just the perfect size, the perfect shape and the perfect density for that use! It’s not small, but my huge dark circles love that! It’s still precise though.<\/p>\n- \n
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142 Concealer Buffer<\/a>:<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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142 Concealer Buffer is a brush for concealer (duh). It has also synthetic bristles. ZOEVA recommends to use it for under-eye concealer, but for me, it’s perfect to use it to apply some concealer onto any blemishes or redness in the face. It’s very easy to blend concealer\u00a0where you need it, and very quickly.<\/p>\n
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\u00a0127 Luxe Sheer Cheek<\/a>:<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/a><\/p>\n127 Luxe Sheer Cheek is a muti-tasking angled brush. It has natural bristles. It’s better to use it with powder makeup products.
\nIt can be used to apply blush, bronzer, contour, highlighter… As an angled brush, I’m using it to apply my bronzer in a precise way. Like a contouring\/bronzer way.
\nIt’s not too dense, it’s more on the fluffy side, which is the good to help\u00a0you avoid\u00a0Pocahontas style color strokes all over your\u00a0face. It really blends pigments on the face very naturally.<\/p>\nI quite like it, but the only thing that bothered me is that I already have a very similar brush: my Sigma F40<\/a>. I have compared the 2 in the photo below. They’re just like twins! Well of course, if you compare\u00a0the price, ZOEVA is the\u00a0winner.
\nWell, I suppose it’s always good to have a\u00a0backup, just in case…\u00a0;)<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\nEyes:<\/h4>\n
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227 Soft Definer<\/a>:<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/a><\/p>\n227 Soft Definer is a blending brush and it has natural bristles. It’s perfect to apply and to blend eye shadows. If you needed just one brush for the eyes, it has to be one with this shape!<\/p>\n
Let’s be real here, this brush is a perfect dupe for the famous\u00a0MAC\u00a0217<\/a>.
\nMAC 217 is one of the most loved brushes in the beauty world. It’s just the best to apply and blend all kinds of eye shadows. I bought my first one 12 years ago, and I recently bought a second one, just in case… It’s so efficient and the quality is beyond this world.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\nSo, what about the ZOEVA 227?
\nIt’s efficient, no doubt about that. It applies and blends perfectly, exactly like the 217. I’d say that it may be softer than the 217, but it’s very similar. Regarding the quality, the future will tell… I’ve only had this ZOEVA set for a few weeks, time will tell.<\/p>\n- \n
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231 Petit Crease<\/a>:<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/a><\/p>\nThe 231 Petit Crease is the one I was the most curious about. So, is it really worth the hype?<\/p>\n
The 231 Petit Crease has got natural bristles. Its shape is tapered, which allows very precise eye shadow application, especially in the eyelid crease. It’s perfect for smokey eyes, especially those with several colors. It really intensifies the look of all the makeup. I’m also using it to apply some color under the waterline. It’s perfect for a very pretty and smudgy effect.<\/p>\n
In summary, I wouldn’t say that this brush is a must-have, but it’s still very unique and quite useful for those more dramatic smokey eye kind of days.<\/p>\n
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317 Wing Liner<\/a>:<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/a><\/p>\nI didn’t think I would like the 317 Wing Liner that much.<\/p>\n
The 317 Wing Liner has synthetic bristles (nylon). It’s a dream for\u00a0applying any kind of eyeliner very precisely. It’s an angle brush, and the brush is very fine, which I personally prefer.
\nI tried it with gel liner, cream liner and even powder and it’s great in every case! It almost makes liner application easy. It’s soft but not too much, perfection!<\/p>\nFor those who wonder if it can be used for eyebrows, I’m not entirely convinced. I really prefer a much harder brush for eyebrows.<\/p>\n
\u00a0In summary:<\/h3>\n
[wprs-pros][wprs-cons]<\/p>\n
The Rose Golden Luxury Set is available on the\u00a0ZOEVA <\/a>website , for 78$.<\/p>\n
And you, have\u00a0you already tried ZOEVA brushes? What are your thoughts?<\/h5>\n
Photos credits: bonniegarner.com<\/p>\n
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