Sonia Kashuk Synthetic Flat Blusher Brush Review

Yesterday I purchased the Sonia Kashuk Synthetic Flat Blusher Brush from Target. I have been in search of good brushes that are relatively cheap for their quality. I plan on ordering a Sigma Brush Set (sigmamakeup.com) as soon as I come up with the money but until then I have to use what I can get my hands on.


At first glance the Synthetic Flat Blusher Brush looks a little intimidating for those uncomfortable with makeup tools, like my mom. She asked, with a perplexed look on her face, "What in the world is something like that supposed to do?!"


Its ergonomically designed black handle and flat top bristles instantly grabbed my attention, so I was intrigued enough to check it out. The bristles are velvety soft and pretty dense. I have a decent blush brush at home (although quite worn out) but I decided I'd pick this up anyway since I've read reviews that this works great as a foundation brush and I've been meaning to get one.


I don't like using brand new brushes/products if my face isn't fresh, so I held out on my new brush last night to try it out this morning. I immediately jumped out of bed and rushed through a shower so I could try it out with foundation (I honestly do get excited about simple things like makeup brushes). I applied the foundation to the back of my hand, stippled the foundation onto an area of my face and swirled the brush in circles to blend. I have never applied foundation with a brush before so it was a new experience for me, and I'll tell you that I had no idea what I was missing! This brush applied my foundation so evenly and smooth, in a way that fingers never could, that I wanted to smack myself for not thinking to get one of these sooner. For using the Synthetic Flat Blusher Brush for blush, like it's supposed to be used, I expect it would do a good job. Contouring could easily be done with this brush as well.



(after applying foundation and a bit of concealor around nose and under eyes, no setting powder)


As far as pricing goes, I think this is a great buy. The brush was about $15 (14.99 I believe, if you want to be technical) and for the quality/price combined I think nothing could beat it. I'm not sure if I want to purchase the SS 188 Small Duo Fibre from the Sigma website along with a kit because the Flat Synthetic by Sonia Kashuk does the job of applying foundation well enough. (The Sonia Kashuk is less expensive, considering that shipping costs will be taken into account with the Sigma brushes).


I would completely recommend this brush to anyone willing to give something new a try. I'll stay updated with how well it keeps up.


Erin.