Its round and slightly domed, slanted shape paired with densely packed, luxuriously soft synthetic fibres makes this brush ideal for applying, buffing out and blending thick creams and liquids with a smooth, even finish. Like i said before, i really do love still trying out drugstore products, because a. As you can see, it is actually called 217, but they seller isnt trying to sell a mac replica, just using the same number to get more sales. A large full circular brush used for lightweight application and blending of face powder or pigments. So here i am going to share with you guys the brushes i think to be the best affordable dupe for mac brushes for half the price or less. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Also i am pretty tight on the budget and i wish i could get a mac brush that would be multitasking as much as possible bouth for powder and for blush, which brush would you. Another great dupe for mac 224 brush is sigma e35, perfect blending brush. Ive been reading that this brush has problems with shedding. It is gently curved along the edges but has a rather flat, only slightly domed, shape overall.
I only got into makeup a little more than a year ago but the people at mac convinced me that this is what i needed. A mac brush set containing all the musthave essentials is perfect for beauty beginners to makeup mavens. These brushes are sold individually as well as in a brush kits, the professional kit contains 15 brushes. Ecotools makes a great dupe for this brush that is much, much softer. Like i said before, i really do love still trying out drugstore products, because a lot of them are sneakily amazing. I know theres probably a proper name for these kinds of brushes, but im not good at stuff like that. I have already talked 2 of my friends into buying it and they both want backups as well. This versatile brush regularly appears on best makeup brushes lists due to its high quality and multipurposeness yes thats a word now.
This guide should be able to clear things up a little if you want to go from mac to sigma or sigma to mac. Im pretty sure ive talked about morphe brushes before and, if i havent, lets talk about them now. There are many good alternatives and this post is mainly to show what other brushes are available to achieve similar results read. I do not have a single negative thing to say about this brush except the fact that it is not permanent. Does anyone know a dupe for the mac 190 foundation brush. Mac 217 brush vs dupe one of the most important tools for creating beautiful eye makeup is a good blending brush. My top 15 most used brushes affordable dupes for mac hi all. Mac 217 brush dupesalternatives the truth is i dont think there is an absolute dupe for the mac 217 brush especially after using it consistently for a few weeks. It has a rounded edge with smooth, firm, fine fibers and can be used to build or press intense color on the lid.
I also noticed that the label is so big and its situated in the middle. Quite honestly, it drives me a bit wacky since they are very different. Alternative brushes that compare to mac for a lower price. I also stumbled across some mac dupes while surfing through the crownbrush website.
I use all of them on a daily basis as well as professionally when i am working with a client. I just want to thank my husband for all the love, support and inspiration he has given me i love you babe. I mentioned the brush in my may favorites, but because this little guy is so amazing, i thought it deserved a more in depth post. They work very well when foiling shimmers but i find they dont work great for packing on colors without wetting the brush. The morphe brush is nearly identical to the mac brush in everything except color. Take a trip around the world with juvias place and our brand new i am magic velvety matte foundation formulas. It is quite unique in its shape, density and function. The small angled brush is great for eyebrows and for lining the eyes. In fact, the only mac brush i own is the 217, and that was after an intense and failed search for a suitable alternative. Above are pictures of the mac 188 and crownbrush c404, other than the shape of the ferrule and the cut of the brush hair. Pencil brush is for drawing lines then smudging it for a softer blended finish. This is a firm and dense brush so it picks up lots of pigments, and the pencil shaped tip allows precise application around the eye corners and along lash lines. C 217, this is probably my most used blending brush. Doesnt have to be exact but that style of shader brush not super dense and very flat.
I immediately clicked on the link and went to find out if this brush was in fact a comparable dupe. It comes wrapped in a flimsy plastic wrap duhh mean mac. Wishlist this item to be notified when we get more. Short, tapered blending brush with ultrasoft, natural bristles. In my opinion, a dupe should perform as well as the original, at least when it comes to tools. Apply, buff, and blend your makeup to utmost perfection with mac s full range of professionalquality makeup brushes. Actual product packaging and materials may contain more andor different information than that shown on our web site. Hi everyone i know i have been gone for a while but im back. Sometimes makeup tutorials will refer to specific brushes by numbers, which can get confusing if you do not own that specific brand. Feb 25, 2017 hi everyone i know i have been gone for a while but im back.
If you havent tried a mac 217 blending brush, youre missing out because it is literally the best eye shadow brush ive ever used. The truth is i dont think there is an absolute dupe for the mac 217 brush especially after using it consistently for a few weeks. A short, round, flattopped brush ideal for the smooth, easy application of foundations, creams, emulsions and select powder products, especially all mineralize products. C cosmetics makeup brush dupes from crownbrush uk zoe. May 29, 2015 dont get me wrong, the mac 7 long blending brush is fantastic, but its not going to be the brush for all blush finishes.
Face brushes foundation, eyeshadow brushes and more. I heard about these mac dupe brushes selling on ebay and i had to check them out. Absolutely must have if you like to smudge a soft wash of color along the lower. Mac short duo fibre brush for all formulas, flattopped, two fibres a brush thats ideal for the easy application of. Actual item may vary depending on fill and condition. The hair that we use in our striping brushes is 100% unmixed squirrel hair and the brush is made in america by americans in jonesville, michigan. Dont get me wrong, the mac 7 long blending brush is fantastic, but its not going to be the brush for all blush finishes. As much as i love mac, i just couldnt bring myself to shell out the money for a brush i could find somewhere else that was also a good quality and friendlier on my wallet. There are many good alternatives and this post is mainly to show what other brushes are available to achieve similar results. Ive been reading that this brush has problems with shedding and bleeding. Sigma e25 is very similar to mac 217 but of course much cheaper.
Aug 25, 2015 the 2nd installment of comparison week will feature the ever popular mac 217 blending brush. Mac professional brushes are handsculpted and assembled using the finest quality materials. Find the perfect brush for your foundation, powder, blush, and more. Paint brushes are very similar to makeup brushes and the majority of them are sold at affordable prices. I have a ton of shader brushes but i find that they are all pretty dense. Overall in terms of the closest dupe to the mac 217 i would have to go with the sigma e25 it is almost an exact match it performs almost the same, has the same brush head and shape, blends nicely the only major difference in my eyes is the longer handle.
From sudan to marisol, our 42 expertly formulated shades are globallyinspired for longlasting, allday wearability. Not all brushes have exact dupes and some mac brushes are limited edition. It doesnt have to be an exact dupe, i just wanna try one of these flat foundation brushes. There are quite a few, so i recommend you get your notebook and pen ready, grab a juice and get comfy.
A brush thats ideal for the easy application of foundations, creams and select powders. Some of the items will show that items not for resellitems not for individual sale. While we work to ensure that product information is correct, on occasion manufacturers may alter their ingredient lists. Mac is notorious for being overpriced, and their brushes can definitely put a dent in your bank account. My top 15 most used brushes affordable dupes for mac. Jan 08, 2014 the cheapest dupe you can ever find is this cheap and cheerful ebay brush i ordered from hong kong. Mac keepsakes collection for holiday 2014 temptalia. Zoeva 228 luxe crease brush, new in cellophane authentic dupe mac 224. C cosmetics 283 small eyeshadow brush mac 283 small eyeshadow brush easy to use awesome brush and the eyeshadow goes smooth with the brush and it is a must get the product doesnt need improvement its just all the way around awesome. Use in a swirling motion for a sheer application of product. They hold the same shape, work the same way and can give you an amazing contouredbronzed look.
Being an eye makeup lover i have been really wanting to buy this brush but somehow the price factor always bothered me rs 1900 for just one brush omg. Morphe m433 vs mac 217 if there is one brush every makeup artist from here to edge of the earth has owned at one time or another, its the mac 217. Most of my foundations are liquids and the 190 was thin and floppy and if i didnt want streaks, id have to go over it with. Get an email alert when this product is back in stock. I have seen so many videos and blog posts citing the elf eyeshadow brush as a dupe for the mac 239 brush. Its not only that the makeup is better applied with a good brush. This is a statement that no other pinstriping manufacturer can claim.
Mack brush we are the originators of the pinstriping. The other cheaper alternative to the mac brushes are the brushes by. The crown brush c433 is a good alternative too, but it is a bit scratchy, so is the 99p ebay option. I gave this brush multiple chances but every single time i use it, it leaves an absurd amount of brush hairs everywhere it touches my face that are difficult to remove. Jul, 2011 sigma mac brush dupe guide updated for 2019. Jun 05, 2015 the mac 224, mac 221, it cosmetics for ulta blending crease brush and mac 217 i think this look really shows how much precision the 221 allowed me to have. There are great makeup brushes that arent that expensive e. Dupes for 24 of mac brushes sigma makeup brushes and crown brush. The large shader brush is the perfect size for applying eyeshadow and the powderblush brush is perfect for quick blush application without requiring much control. My favourite makeup brushes sunday, 24 may 2015 hi everyone. The 239 eye shader brush is a soft, dense brush ideal for shading or blending eyeshadow. I also love my mac 217 brush which is made from natural hairs maybe, it is also goat hair. If youre just getting into makeup and dont want to break the bank on brand name brushes.
I bought a few morphe brushes because i was looking to find a mac 217 dupe. Apply, buff, and blend your makeup to utmost perfection with macs full range of professionalquality makeup brushes. Below are pictures of each brush and description of use along with the links of where you can purchase them. May 25, 2014 there is one more that i have completely forgotten to take a photograph of, and that is the m. Find great deals on ebay for mac brushes and mac brushes set. This is new to macs brush collection and i love it. Mac 239 brush versus elf professional eyeshadow brush posted on september 4, 20 by melissac i have seen so many videos and blog posts citing the elf eyeshadow brush as a dupe for the mac 239 brush. Free shipping and returns on mac 239 eye shader brush at nordstrom. I will mainly reserve it for my highly pigmented blushes or high sheen highlighters that require a light hand and precise application. Shop our selection of brushes, tools and applicators for everything you need for the eyes, face and lips. Mac brushes dupes if youre just getting into makeup and dont want to break the bank on brand name brushes. The mac 217 blending brush comes in a smart black wooden and nickel plated packaging with snowy white and silky soft fibres which makes me want to tuck it away instead of making it all gooey and dirty with colored products. May 24, 2015 i use the name mac dupes loosely for identification because the actual brushes themselves are labelled on the same mac brushes, and you get an idea of what they look like. Buy from the worlds leading professional makeup authority at m.
Free shipping and returns on mac 226 small tapered blending brush at nordstrom. This brush has a thick bundle of fibres arranged in a rounded shape. Browse the complete foundation, eyeshadow brushes and more collections today. More than a humble blending brush, the 217 has the perfect tapered edges for crease work, while still being flat enough to lay down colour, and its soft enough to blend. But when you go brush set hunting not all the brushes in the set are worth buying or there are brushes in the set that you dont really need. A brush that applies, buffs out and blends thick creams and liquids.
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