Paint brushes used for makeup application?

So I am in desperate need for new brushes, both eye and face brushes.


What I am looking for: Eye brushes to stock up on, maybe a few face brushes (I don't wear foundation anymore, although I am looking for a nice pressed powder foundation suitable for oily/combo acne prone sensitive skin - any suggestions?), a brush similar to the 187 to apply moisturizer to my face.





Because my skin is sensitive, animal bristles cause a lot of irritation. I can use them however on my eyes, as irritation is minimal to non-existent.





I was watching a few youtube vids where they mentioned using paint brushes for makeup. Does anyone do this? The one brand that was mentioned most was Loew Cornell, and I would love to go check those out seeing as they are way more affordable and are (apparently) softer than MAC brushes. Anyone use these?





So, for anyone that uses paint brushes, what are your recommendations? And do NOT suggest MAC, because I will thumbs down your answer is anyone suggests it!








Also, has anyone ever used EcoTools or Sicara brushes?Paint brushes used for makeup application?
Loew cornell brushes are good for packing on eyeshadow color but they are pretty stiff. I personally don't use them so I don't know much =P however I must say, Eco tools brushes are great! And sicara brushes are even better! Sicara brushes are so soft! And I'm sure it's synthetic hair because it doesn't have that smell that animal hair brushes have. I don't know what kind of eye brushes you want so I can't tell u much on that. And if you are looking for something similar to the 187 and u live in Canada, I must suggest you go to shoppers drug mart and pick up a quo bronzing powder brush ( I think that's what it's called... You'll know when you see it cuz it looks just like the 187) I don't own one so I don't know what kind of hair it's made of... its $22.50 CAN I think... If u live in the us I have no clue where to get quo brushes, sorry. My only other suggestion is to order online from coastal scents or sigma...though I don't know much about the brushes from those two places.


Hope I helped!Paint brushes used for makeup application?
i've never heard of doing that but it would probably work really well. especially for eyeliner. i have oily/combination skin too and i also have acne prone skin (annoying isn't it?). i have actually used a couple of eco tools brushes and they work good for me. i have their eyeliner brush and their foundation brush and their really soft and easy to clean.
I would try Sigma brushes. They are just as good quality as Mac's brushes, and they have animal hair AND synthetic. Plus they are SO much cheaper than Macs. They are softer than Mac's brushes too. You should check them out.
CVS has makeup brushes called Essence of Beauty. They are really soft and good quality. Plus, they're cheap.





Target also has the Sonia Kashuk line of brushes. They're awesome.
i agree With out.. mac is terrible for brushes and its expensive. and yes, paint brushes do work, but make sure that they are soft and for you, not animal fur. and Loew Coell isn't exactly the best, just go into a shop like The Works... fine the softest, right size brush and they are usualy the cheapest. is you dont have 'The Works' shop near you then any crafts shop will do. but buying desinger paint brushes will probaly be more expensive than make up brushes, so keep them cheap, they wont be the best, but they still work perfectly good :) i hope ive helped
i actually bought paint brushes cuz i had no money at all to afford the brushes at the retail stores like sephora%26amp;ulta ...


yeah they do work but not all brushes are as soft there are a couple that are all dry and rough but then again i forget they are paint brushes.


If you do decide to get them make sure you get the brushes that are silky looking not as rough...


I don't know why i bought the one but i did.


the only brushes i bought were brushes that were mainly for eyeshadow


so i couldn't tell you how the brushes for you're face will work .


Go online like Michael's,joannes or any craft store that has a website and find out what the bristles are made out of i do believe the ones i got are animal hair i just forget what kind...
I would NOT recommend using paint brushes as makeup brushes. There is a reason why they are different than makeup brushes, and thats because, yes, the bristles are harder, and do irritate most peoples skin.





As for Loew Cornell, ehh...If they were actually better and softer than MAC brushes, you would think that they would be MUCH more popular than they are, and, more expensive. Right? Yeah. For some of the YouTube people that recommend those brushes, they may just be receiving money to give the product good reviews. Either way, I would maybe buy one cheap eye shadow brush, see how it is, and then if you like it, buy more!





For the brush you want to use to apply moisturizer with, I would say, save your money, and use your hands! Moisturizer is meant to be put on with your hands, not a brush, so save a buck!





Oh, and for the pressed powder, my personal favorite is MAC Select Sheer Pressed Powder. This is geared more towards putting over liquid foundation to reduce oiliness, so if you want one thats more geared towards being a actual foundation, I would recommend the Cover Girl Tru Blend Powder. Its amazing, too!





Finally, I have tried EcoTools, and although MAC is my favorite for brushes, EcoTools is amazing too! They are super soft, cheap, and you can also buy sets of them, to get a good deal! I would definitely recommend Eco Tools brushes over paint brushes (Loew Cornell).





Hope I helped %26amp; Good Luck!





xoxo,


Erica