Thanks so much for testing the prototypes and providing such insightful feedback Alicia! We can’t wait to read everyone’s feedback forms and start working on version 2!
I placed my order. I'm excited to be apart of development in My small way. I do think she had a great idea with the chikuhodo t11 shape. That would be GORGEOUS from Rephr
Hey Rephr team! Just received my brushes and can’t wait to play with them! I noticed however that the wrapping on the brushes says “made in china” are these not handcrafted in Japan ?
@@nesssa. I think this was addressed in the video. If I remember correctly, company in US but fibers made in China because the company has the 'best' synthetic fibers?
I actually loved the B02 and wanted to get another, but they were finished. I am looking forward to version 2. I have very sensitive skin and worry about natural fiber reactions. Some brushes cause an eczema flare and some do not. It is tricky. Thanks for your review and happy to have found you online.
I am perfectly happy with my Sigma and BK Beauty synthetics. I have too many great synthetic brushes to be tempted. I have a lot of rephr as well. I was kind of hoping rephr would venture into more “exotic” natural fibre brushes. I haven’t decided if I will buy these. I certainly don’t need another face brush.
I finally caved in and bought them today after getting a final notice of their availability at that price, so this video is very useful ahead of using the brushes. thank you!
The shape of the B02 foundation brush is very similar to my old faithful Mac 170. While I’m not a pouncer, I also have sensitive skin around my eyes. I’m looking forward to providing Rephr with feedback.
I appreciate your thorough review and Rephyr sending the brushes to you. My skin has an adverse reaction to natural hair brushes. I can only use synthetic. I'm happy with the brushes I have and have several videos on my favorites. Anyway, I was still excited that Rephyr was making synthetic brushes. Hearing your review, I'll wait. I dislike prickly feelings on my sensitive skin.
I do want to try these brushes because I'm interested to see how the feel, and i do love Rephr. The Chikuhodo J-G2 foundation brush is fantastic synthetic quality 👌 it's my most expensive synthetic brush, and you can tell its better quality than my other synthetic brushes.
Thank you for the thorough review. The 02 sounds wonderful for how I like to apply my foundation. But the others seem meh to me, for how I like to do my makeup. I'll probably wait until the next launch or they sell them separately.
I was ready to get these. But after seeing your review, especially B01, I don't think I will. Btw I find Rephr #12 works well with Phytosurgence pot shadows.
I placed my order and it shipped today. I love their brushes. I would LOVE them to make your suggestion of the chikuhodo flat base brush. I love that design.
Thank you so much for your thoughts! You are so knowledgable about brushes, and it is always a treat to hear your reviews. These are an easy pass for me since I don't really use cream/liquid formulas aside from concealer, and I have very, very sensitive skin. I am surprised with the shapes they decided to go with as two out of the three seem to maximize the potential for feeling the prickliness of the synthetic fibers. Completely agree with you that they should have gone with a more angled brush shape like the 36 (or like BK Beauty's brushes) for the foundation and concealer brushes.
Right, or with a more paddle shade. I think the best combo with a brush this dense is natural and synthetic. But since people wanted exclusively synthetic, Rephr has to play with the shape and density a little more.
I wonder what the synthetic fibre used is? I have some Rae Morris brushes which are made with micron crystal fibres and are meant to be on par with goat hair - not saikoho, hakutotsuho. Would be interesting to know whether used MCF or something else. Also, I remember from a blog post by Sonia G that it is quite expensive to make fude brushes with synthetic fibres in Japan - she was commenting on the Wayne Goss synthetics and said everyone thinks it will be cheaper because it's synthetic but that's just not the reality of the market in Japan atm. I wonder if Rephr outsourced production to China to avoid consumer backlash if Japanese-made synthetics were considered too expensive. Personally I am not tempted - sorry Rephr. I would rather keep buying Japanese made synethics like Rae Morris, Koyudo Makiko, Bisyodo Futur... :)
Outstanding video. I clicked to purchase these so fast and did. I think the merit synthetic foundation brush is outstanding. Will be interesting to see how they compare. Agree that the 36 is such a great concealer brush.
@@aliciaarcher yeah I will do. It says they are somewhere by Poland currently. I’m in the UK so it takes a little while to get them. They’ve also sent another brush. Not quite sure what it is though. Love your channel btw. Keep up the good work. 💖
Hey Alicia, how does that concealer compare to like a Pat McGrath’s or Rare Beauty’s concealer brushes? I love those. There is also a nice one by BK beauty that was done with Angie from Hot and Flashy that is also a nice concealer synthetic brush. Do you feel the rephr is comparable in feel and quality as those mentioned? I have many Rephr brushes. But, so far no synthetic. They are a staple in my makeup brush routine. Thanks for another great video!💖 P.s. an after thought when you were summing it all up, check out the BK Beauty brushes. A synthetic brush line out of The US. I really like their 101 Countoured Foundation. As well as their A506 Concealer. They have some really nice eye brushes as well. And many influencers get a coupon code for their viewers. Lisa J is the founder of the company and has a channel on UA-cam.
I ordered these earlier in the week. I like a synthetic brush, so I will be interested to see if I have a similar take away as you. As always, thank you for
I have the Rae Morris mini buffer and the one shaped like the Rephr 36 (and the Rephr 36). They're fine, not worth the $, unless you're into magnets (which ARE awesome) - i think the mini buffer is too dense for the foundations I use. I love the Rephr 36 and Sonia G Jumbo worker for concealer. . BK's brushes are pretty darn soft, even for pouncing. I got one of their first kitten paw concealer brushes and it does poke but I think it's that individual brush and not the model or the brand, since all the others are quite soft. I'll probably skip the Rephr synthetics, I find their natural hair brushes fine for liquid and cream products. I am interested in the Chicuhodo synthetics though. Are you using yours with any regularity? What is your favorite for cream & liquid eyeshadows like the new Surratt pots, LE liquids, DM colorfix and SG cream eyeshadows - Sonia G fusions? Also, what is a brush that works with creams/liquids (and perhaps separately with powders) that acts as like a finger for eyeshadow toppers (aside from Rephr 21)?
The Chikuhodo J series is outstanding, and I regular use their foundation and cheek brushes. I haven’t tried the new Surratt pots, but yes Sonia’s fusion series is one of my go-to’s for the blend and lay down. And for their ability to hop from cream to powder seamlessly. The shapes are overall more dense, which I feel makes for terrific pickup. The Fusion Builder will act as the finger applicator.
So glad for this review. I was interested in this launch but after this review I'm thinking I'll hold off. What I'm really interested in is synthetic cream blush brushes, if anyone has an recommendations I'd be grateful!
I’m not really into these. My skin doesn’t like prickly. I’m 53 and have chronic pain and fibromyalgia. It’s very sensitive and I’m just not sure I’m going to purchase these
Hi Veronica 👋🏽. Same. Disabled Veteran, chronic joint pain and fibromyalgia and other disabilities. Also, sensitive skin. My face and eyelids don't tolerate natural hair brushes. I have an allergic reaction to them. Even though, I'm glad Rephyr is now making synthetic brushes, I'll wait for softer ones. I do love the brushes I have and have done brush reviews on my channel.
For synthetic brushes I'm very happy with my Sigma Brushes.... For natural hair I love my Rephr ones.... I wish I could try Sonia G, but the taxes and shipping to Spain increase their high price to an imposible point😅😅😅
I’ve been waiting for them to release synthetic brushes, I was hopping they weren’t white. 😢 An amazing review, thank you. I’ve been looking at the Sonia G Fusion Eye Series cause it’s synthetic and goat, do you recommend this set if I’m looking for synthetics that don’t have to be so careful to wash them or do you have a brand that has good synthetic brushes preferably made in Japan? I have almost all of Rephr’s brushes, a collection of Wayne Goss and Sonia G. Thank you
I haven’t in a long time. From what I remember, they feel a little plastic-y? In regard to the foundation brush, but I haven’t used them in a long time.
I received these this week. I like the foundation brush. I can’t stand the concealer brush 😭 It’s sooo scratchy under the eyes, I can’t see myself using it much. I’m not even sensitive either. I haven’t used the cream shadow brush yet
Hello from Mexico, I love your videos. Could you recommend me a liquid blush and cream brush that doesn't hurt. I have very sensitive skin and I like to use stippling (dabbing) movements, BK beauty brushes hurt me.
Bummer I was wondering how these were compared to BK Beauty, since apparently they’re the GOAT for creams. But these Rephr brushes sound like they aren’t soft like BK.
I still have to review the rephr brushes I bought from their "small" series 😬 I'll probably skip these synthetics since I already have lots of synthetic brushes
on the topic of prickliness, i took the plunge after only using synthetics for my face and bought a full face worth of brushes from the bisyodo long series and found them incredibly prickly. are those the best saikoho bristles can get or does anyone else have recommendations?
I like that the brand is expanding into synthetics but as someone who has had to switch to Natural bristles because they leave the natural point at the end and I avoid the irritation most of of my synthetics has caused, I may skip this. I always used synthetics and was able to handle them; even with sensitive skin. Now in my 40s I have hyper sensitive skin and eczema in my face and neck too. Last year, I had a really horrible sensitivity rash and even scratches when I used most synthetics and had to give them away to friends and family. Even with natural bristles I have to be careful 🤦🏻♀️ or I can get sensitized. I will say, I do like the shapes of the brand’s brushes and I really hope they have success with this new launch.
For eye makeup I use only brushes with natural hair because all my eyeshadows are powder based. I have 5 Hourglass eye brushes (first eye brushes I bought) but I don’t use them anymore. They are soft but they don’t pick up the product like the ones with natural hair. For face I tend to use more often brushes with synthetic hair because I wash them frequently and they are more resilient. I have a few Chantecaille face brushes but the majority are Rae Morris. Both brands make soft brushes but Rae Morris are out of this world. They are extremely soft, beautiful and high quality- handmade in Japan. It wasn’t easy to build a collection because the price is sky rocket but I don’t regret. Let’s say if you buy a Rae Morris brush you can’t go back and you will want more. I live in Australia and for one powder brush from Rae Morris I paid $170. Maybe you think it’s a big brush but actually is not as big and can be used for blush as well. Also I have one with similar shape and dimension like the Rephr concealer brush and it was $90. It’s good for concealer, for setting powder under eyes or eyelids and any other small areas where a bigger brush can’t do it. I just love it and after few weeks I bought one more. I don’t have Rephr brushes and no plan to buy. Thanks for your honest review! 🙂
Rae Morris is exceptional, as I have one of her foundation brushes. And I understand completely why you would use synthetic for face, due to wash frequency. My Chikuhodo J series brushes are insane. The blush brush is outstanding, where pick up likens to a natural fiber.
One of the Main reasons to justify the purchase and Cost of luxury make up items is the country of origin. I dont want my Products to be produced in China with their ethics and Sense of (or lack of) quality which is why I will skip china made items and am also not interested in the Brand florasis or whatever it is called
Is that true across the board for all manufacturers? If you take silk for instance, most products come from China since that is one of their main resources. Same thing with bamboo, and all these materials that are made with it. Or do you think these items should exported and made elsewhere?
If you want good quality synthetic brushes made with excellent quality and softness Rose and Ben brushes are beautiful. They’re much better than BK Beauty which I find cheaply made and over priced.
@@aliciaarcher The handles on the Rose and Ben are exquisite. Weighty solid wood handles and the metal ferrules are solid and tight with no rough edges. The fibers and extremely soft and dense but not too dense. They are quite beautiful for synthetic. I mean no one can beat the artistry of Japanese Fude brushes. I've been purchasing from Hakuhodo for over 30 years. The brand came into my radar when my dad back in the 80s was stationed in Japan. They made calligraphy brushes and my gawd were they the most beautiful brushes my little ol eyes ever set sights on. I'm glad that the tradition of Fude brush-making continues but I've noticed my older Hakuhodo brushes are now showing some wear and so I turn to my synthetic brushes as my workhorses.
Thanks so much for testing the prototypes and providing such insightful feedback Alicia! We can’t wait to read everyone’s feedback forms and start working on version 2!
I placed my order. I'm excited to be apart of development in My small way. I do think she had a great idea with the chikuhodo t11 shape. That would be GORGEOUS from Rephr
I would love to know what you think @jayadora 🙆🏽♀️
Thank you for sending them, and allowing me to share my feedback!
Hey Rephr team! Just received my brushes and can’t wait to play with them! I noticed however that the wrapping on the brushes says “made in china” are these not handcrafted in Japan ?
@@nesssa. I think this was addressed in the video. If I remember correctly, company in US but fibers made in China because the company has the 'best' synthetic fibers?
I actually loved the B02 and wanted to get another, but they were finished. I am looking forward to version 2. I have very sensitive skin and worry about natural fiber reactions. Some brushes cause an eczema flare and some do not. It is tricky. Thanks for your review and happy to have found you online.
I've been waiting for Rephr to make synthetic brushes! 😃🤗
I am perfectly happy with my Sigma and BK Beauty synthetics. I have too many great synthetic brushes to be tempted. I have a lot of rephr as well. I was kind of hoping rephr would venture into more “exotic” natural fibre brushes. I haven’t decided if I will buy these. I certainly don’t need another face brush.
They just might 👀 I would love to see more saibikoho brushes, as well as various squirrel types 🤩
I agree. I would love to see more brands come out with fox hair brushes.
You're really great at reviewing products/ brushes! ❤
after using Sonia g brushes which are soft , I didn’t find myself reaching much for rephr unless I ran out of clean brush for my eyes.
Great thorough review. I unfortunately already ordered them otherwise I might have gone a different route. I will see how I like them.
Great review Alicia! The thoroughness with how you move is second to known! Keep it up💕
This is so in depth and detailed. Gives me the data I need to make an informed decision.
Happy to know this helped!
That lipstick color and formula looks great on you.
Thank you! It’s the Suqqu Moistute Glaze in 06 ☺️
I really like your brush reviews, very informative. Thank you.
Thanks for sharing but for all sintétic brushes BK Beauty the best of the best ❤
I finally caved in and bought them today after getting a final notice of their availability at that price, so this video is very useful ahead of using the brushes. thank you!
Good morning! Yes give me something to watch on my way to work! ❤
Have a great day at work! Thank you for letting me hang out with you 🤗
Such a perfect and honest review ❤ thank you
Thanks for another great review. I want to try them out.
I'm gonna have to try that Suqqu foundation. It looks beautiful on you. I didn't see the lip shade in the comments. It's beautiful too!
Always a pleasure Alicia. I love your reviews, they are so thorough and interesting.
Thank you for watching!
Thank you for a great review and the honesty. I think I’m going to skip these for now.
Let’s see what other designs they come out with ☺️
I simply love your content! Thanks so much!
Thank you for taking the time to watch!
I have some Real Techniques brushes that look exactly like these… however I will probably get them to try out… I really like rephr brushes!
You are the best reviewer. Hence why they love sending you these brushes..
Thank you, Lisa 🥰
The shape of the B02 foundation brush is very similar to my old faithful Mac 170. While I’m not a pouncer, I also have sensitive skin around my eyes. I’m looking forward to providing Rephr with feedback.
Such great reviews with lots of hands-on knowledge. Thank you! I ordered a set. Curious to find out how they work for me!
Thank you! Definitely keep me updated!
I appreciate your thorough review and Rephyr sending the brushes to you. My skin has an adverse reaction to natural hair brushes. I can only use synthetic. I'm happy with the brushes I have and have several videos on my favorites. Anyway, I was still excited that Rephyr was making synthetic brushes. Hearing your review, I'll wait. I dislike prickly feelings on my sensitive skin.
Hopefully they make the necessary adjustments that will soften the feel. Looking forward to see what they come up with!
@@aliciaarcher I hope so. I know you'll keep us informed 😀
I just ordered these. Thrilled. I use a lot of creams and I love synthetics for that.
Definitely keep me updated!
I do want to try these brushes because I'm interested to see how the feel, and i do love Rephr. The Chikuhodo J-G2 foundation brush is fantastic synthetic quality 👌 it's my most expensive synthetic brush, and you can tell its better quality than my other synthetic brushes.
Thank you for the thorough review. The 02 sounds wonderful for how I like to apply my foundation.
But the others seem meh to me, for how I like to do my makeup. I'll probably wait until the next launch or they sell them separately.
I was ready to get these. But after seeing your review, especially B01, I don't think I will.
Btw I find Rephr #12 works well with Phytosurgence pot shadows.
Good morning Alicia!! 😊 I haven't used Rephr yet, but there's a few smaller eyeshadow styles on my radar. Thanks for sharing these!
Also, that's unfortunate that they're prickly, because I too have sensitive skin. No fun.
I placed my order and it shipped today. I love their brushes. I would LOVE them to make your suggestion of the chikuhodo flat base brush. I love that design.
Definitely keep me updated!
Thank you so much for your thoughts! You are so knowledgable about brushes, and it is always a treat to hear your reviews. These are an easy pass for me since I don't really use cream/liquid formulas aside from concealer, and I have very, very sensitive skin. I am surprised with the shapes they decided to go with as two out of the three seem to maximize the potential for feeling the prickliness of the synthetic fibers. Completely agree with you that they should have gone with a more angled brush shape like the 36 (or like BK Beauty's brushes) for the foundation and concealer brushes.
Right, or with a more paddle shade. I think the best combo with a brush this dense is natural and synthetic. But since people wanted exclusively synthetic, Rephr has to play with the shape and density a little more.
I wonder what the synthetic fibre used is? I have some Rae Morris brushes which are made with micron crystal fibres and are meant to be on par with goat hair - not saikoho, hakutotsuho. Would be interesting to know whether used MCF or something else.
Also, I remember from a blog post by Sonia G that it is quite expensive to make fude brushes with synthetic fibres in Japan - she was commenting on the Wayne Goss synthetics and said everyone thinks it will be cheaper because it's synthetic but that's just not the reality of the market in Japan atm. I wonder if Rephr outsourced production to China to avoid consumer backlash if Japanese-made synthetics were considered too expensive.
Personally I am not tempted - sorry Rephr. I would rather keep buying Japanese made synethics like Rae Morris, Koyudo Makiko, Bisyodo Futur... :)
Outstanding video. I clicked to purchase these so fast and did. I think the merit synthetic foundation brush is outstanding. Will be interesting to see how they compare. Agree that the 36 is such a great concealer brush.
I would love to know what you think!
I’ve just had a the notification of mine being sent. Love Rephr brushes.
Keep me updated, as I would love to know what you think!
@@aliciaarcher yeah I will do. It says they are somewhere by Poland currently. I’m in the UK so it takes a little while to get them. They’ve also sent another brush. Not quite sure what it is though. Love your channel btw. Keep up the good work. 💖
Hey Alicia, how does that concealer compare to like a Pat McGrath’s or Rare Beauty’s concealer brushes? I love those. There is also a nice one by BK beauty that was done with Angie from Hot and Flashy that is also a nice concealer synthetic brush. Do you feel the rephr is comparable in feel and quality as those mentioned? I have many Rephr brushes. But, so far no synthetic. They are a staple in my makeup brush routine. Thanks for another great video!💖 P.s. an after thought when you were summing it all up, check out the BK Beauty brushes. A synthetic brush line out of The US. I really like their 101 Countoured Foundation. As well as their A506 Concealer. They have some really nice eye brushes as well. And many influencers get a coupon code for their viewers. Lisa J is the founder of the company and has a channel on UA-cam.
Thank you for this fantastic review! I just ordered my set and will keep the method of application in mind ❤️
I love your makeup look! Thank you for your review. ❤❤
I ordered these earlier in the week. I like a synthetic brush, so I will be interested to see if I have a similar take away as you. As always, thank you for
Definitely keep me updated! I would love to know your thoughts ☺️
I have the Rae Morris mini buffer and the one shaped like the Rephr 36 (and the Rephr 36). They're fine, not worth the $, unless you're into magnets (which ARE awesome) - i think the mini buffer is too dense for the foundations I use. I love the Rephr 36 and Sonia G Jumbo worker for concealer. . BK's brushes are pretty darn soft, even for pouncing. I got one of their first kitten paw concealer brushes and it does poke but I think it's that individual brush and not the model or the brand, since all the others are quite soft. I'll probably skip the Rephr synthetics, I find their natural hair brushes fine for liquid and cream products. I am interested in the Chicuhodo synthetics though. Are you using yours with any regularity? What is your favorite for cream & liquid eyeshadows like the new Surratt pots, LE liquids, DM colorfix and SG cream eyeshadows - Sonia G fusions? Also, what is a brush that works with creams/liquids (and perhaps separately with powders) that acts as like a finger for eyeshadow toppers (aside from Rephr 21)?
The Chikuhodo J series is outstanding, and I regular use their foundation and cheek brushes. I haven’t tried the new Surratt pots, but yes Sonia’s fusion series is one of my go-to’s for the blend and lay down. And for their ability to hop from cream to powder seamlessly. The shapes are overall more dense, which I feel makes for terrific pickup. The Fusion Builder will act as the finger applicator.
Face is flawless
I think that I will pass for the time being.
Thank you for explaining 👍🏻👍🏻
Your feedback is enough for me
Happy to provide it ☺️
So glad for this review. I was interested in this launch but after this review I'm thinking I'll hold off. What I'm really interested in is synthetic cream blush brushes, if anyone has an recommendations I'd be grateful!
❤❤❤ your makeup look
I’m not really into these. My skin doesn’t like prickly. I’m 53 and have chronic pain and fibromyalgia. It’s very sensitive and I’m just not sure I’m going to purchase these
I would wait until they finalize the design, or just use what you already have!
Hi Veronica. Sorry to hear you have fibro. I have fibro too. Sending you a big hug 🤗
@@Fallonita thank you . I wish you well. I hope this horrible disease isn’t too hard on you
Hi Veronica 👋🏽. Same. Disabled Veteran, chronic joint pain and fibromyalgia and other disabilities. Also, sensitive skin. My face and eyelids don't tolerate natural hair brushes. I have an allergic reaction to them. Even though, I'm glad Rephyr is now making synthetic brushes, I'll wait for softer ones. I do love the brushes I have and have done brush reviews on my channel.
@@DionLuvsMakeup I love your channel. Bless you
I need Rephr to make a travel brush kit where the brush bag/container also doubles as an upright brush holder lol!
Maybe they’re working on that! Because that’s a great idea-
I'm saving my pennies for Wayne Goss's new line but these are nice.
I can’t wait to see what he releases ☺️
For synthetic brushes I'm very happy with my Sigma Brushes....
For natural hair I love my Rephr ones....
I wish I could try Sonia G, but the taxes and shipping to Spain increase their high price to an imposible point😅😅😅
😮💨 I hear you on the shipping! If only there was a carrier in Spain! Sonia needs to do a pop up shop 🤣
I’ve been waiting for them to release synthetic brushes, I was hopping they weren’t white. 😢 An amazing review, thank you. I’ve been looking at the Sonia G Fusion Eye Series cause it’s synthetic and goat, do you recommend this set if I’m looking for synthetics that don’t have to be so careful to wash them or do you have a brand that has good synthetic brushes preferably made in Japan? I have almost all of Rephr’s brushes, a collection of Wayne Goss and Sonia G. Thank you
Thank you for such an honest opinion! Have you ever used Sigma brushes?
I haven’t in a long time. From what I remember, they feel a little plastic-y? In regard to the foundation brush, but I haven’t used them in a long time.
I received these this week. I like the foundation brush. I can’t stand the concealer brush 😭 It’s sooo scratchy under the eyes, I can’t see myself using it much. I’m not even sensitive either. I haven’t used the cream shadow brush yet
It is, right? If only they could make it less dense? What do you think?
Couldn’t pass up 3 rephr brushes for 36$. Even if they are sub par, it’s worth it.
It’s a good deal- looking forward to what you think!
Hello from Mexico, I love your videos. Could you recommend me a liquid blush and cream brush that doesn't hurt. I have very sensitive skin and I like to use stippling (dabbing) movements, BK beauty brushes hurt me.
The Mizuho CMP510 is sensational!
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Thank you very much, I send you a big hug.
Bummer I was wondering how these were compared to BK Beauty, since apparently they’re the GOAT for creams. But these Rephr brushes sound like they aren’t soft like BK.
They do feel softer overall, but the density and cut I feel affects the pounce.
I still have to review the rephr brushes I bought from their "small" series 😬 I'll probably skip these synthetics since I already have lots of synthetic brushes
Right there are so many synthetic brushes out!
on the topic of prickliness, i took the plunge after only using synthetics for my face and bought a full face worth of brushes from the bisyodo long series and found them incredibly prickly. are those the best saikoho bristles can get or does anyone else have recommendations?
These are not for me, I hate prickliness when I apply makeup. Thank you for your honest review 🙂
Thank you for taking the time to watch!
I like that the brand is expanding into synthetics but as someone who has had to switch to Natural bristles because they leave the natural point at the end and I avoid the irritation most of of my synthetics has caused, I may skip this.
I always used synthetics and was able to handle them; even with sensitive skin. Now in my 40s I have hyper sensitive skin and eczema in my face and neck too. Last year, I had a really horrible sensitivity rash and even scratches when I used most synthetics and had to give them away to friends and family.
Even with natural bristles I have to be careful 🤦🏻♀️ or I can get sensitized.
I will say, I do like the shapes of the brand’s brushes and I really hope they have success with this new launch.
For eye makeup I use only brushes with natural hair because all my eyeshadows are powder based. I have 5 Hourglass eye brushes (first eye brushes I bought) but I don’t use them anymore. They are soft but they don’t pick up the product like the ones with natural hair.
For face I tend to use more often brushes with synthetic hair because I wash them frequently and they are more resilient. I have a few Chantecaille face brushes but the majority are Rae Morris. Both brands make soft brushes but Rae Morris are out of this world. They are extremely soft, beautiful and high quality- handmade in Japan. It wasn’t easy to build a collection because the price is sky rocket but I don’t regret. Let’s say if you buy a Rae Morris brush you can’t go back and you will want more. I live in Australia and for one powder brush from Rae Morris I paid $170. Maybe you think it’s a big brush but actually is not as big and can be used for blush as well. Also I have one with similar shape and dimension like the Rephr concealer brush and it was $90. It’s good for concealer, for setting powder under eyes or eyelids and any other small areas where a bigger brush can’t do it. I just love it and after few weeks I bought one more.
I don’t have Rephr brushes and no plan to buy. Thanks for your honest review! 🙂
Rae Morris is exceptional, as I have one of her foundation brushes. And I understand completely why you would use synthetic for face, due to wash frequency. My Chikuhodo J series brushes are insane. The blush brush is outstanding, where pick up likens to a natural fiber.
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One of the Main reasons to justify the purchase and Cost of luxury make up items is the country of origin. I dont want my Products to be produced in China with their ethics and Sense of (or lack of) quality which is why I will skip china made items and am also not interested in the Brand florasis or whatever it is called
Is that true across the board for all manufacturers? If you take silk for instance, most products come from China since that is one of their main resources. Same thing with bamboo, and all these materials that are made with it. Or do you think these items should exported and made elsewhere?
If you want good quality synthetic brushes made with excellent quality and softness Rose and Ben brushes are beautiful. They’re much better than BK Beauty which I find cheaply made and over priced.
I love the design of the handle!
@@aliciaarcher The handles on the Rose and Ben are exquisite. Weighty solid wood handles and the metal ferrules are solid and tight with no rough edges. The fibers and extremely soft and dense but not too dense. They are quite beautiful for synthetic. I mean no one can beat the artistry of Japanese Fude brushes. I've been purchasing from Hakuhodo for over 30 years. The brand came into my radar when my dad back in the 80s was stationed in Japan. They made calligraphy brushes and my gawd were they the most beautiful brushes my little ol eyes ever set sights on. I'm glad that the tradition of Fude brush-making continues but I've noticed my older Hakuhodo brushes are now showing some wear and so I turn to my synthetic brushes as my workhorses.
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