I’m happy to welcome back our Beauty on a Budget expert Jessica! Ms. Jessica has worked in the skin and beauty industry for 10+ years and is an awesome resource for all things beauty related. She’s also a girl on a budget, and knows what its like to want more bang for your buck and to walk the fine line between cost and quality. Her monthly contributions will give us all the lowdown on what brands and products can give us the best beauty boost without breaking our bank accounts. Without further ado, here is her take on one of her favorite budget beauty tips –
Buying Your Makeup Brushes At Michael’s!
Brushes are an integral part of your makeup arsenal— brush quality determines how evenly color is distributed over the skin’s surface. The better the brushes, the easier it is to produce natural looking contours and a smooth complexion. Michael’s has a diverse selection of brushes, which are comparable to those from different pro brands and priced at a fraction of the cost. And to sweeten the deal, Michael’s often times has coupons! Below are some of my finds from a recent trip to Michael’s.
Eyes:
Loew-Cornell 270 (Maxine’s Mop-1/2)
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– $4.99
– Natural, textured bristles move eye shadow color well, making it an excellent crease blending brush.
– Similar to the MAC 217 brush (retails for $22.50)
Loew-Cornell 7400 Angular 1/8 Brush
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– $4.99
– Fine, synthetic bristles create smooth, defined lines while bending to the curves of facial features
– Ideal for gel eyeliner and brow powder application
Complexion:
Simply Simmons Fan Blender Brush (#4)
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– $3.99
– Synthetic, soft, and splayed bristles for an airbrushed look
– Great brush for light application of bronzer and/or highlighter
Loew-Cornell 4 (7500) Filbert
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-$5.79
– Densely-packed synthetic bristles for a precise application
– Wonderful lip brush.
If you’d like to try these out for yourself, this weekend would be an awesome time to pick up a few – we’ve for a 50% off coupon good through Tuesday here and a 40% off coupon good through Saturday here. If you try them out, be sure to come back and tell us what you think!