I was tempted to start this off by
stating that Real Techniques brushes are amongst some of my favourites, but actually they are my favourites! I've tried makeup
brushes from Sigma, Eco Tools, Royal & Langnickel and No7 but
hands down I've been most impressed with the brushes from Real
Techniques – they are simply well designed, of high quality and
really are the softest brushes I've come across!
Which is why I thought today I would
share with you the Real Techniques Nic's Picks set as it's also my
favourite set to date and one that every makeup lover needs.... it
really would make a great gift this Christmas.
Where to buy online (cheapest first) - £14.99 Gorden Direct (p&p £3.00), £23.99 Amazon, £25.40 Escentual (p&p £1.95), £29.99 Look Fantastic
Nic's Picks is a 5-piece set which
covers most full face applications you would need (the only obvious
brush not included is one for foundation). The brushes feature a
lovely silver ferrule and handle which is my opinion make them look a
lot more expensive compared to other brushes in the Real Techniques range! You are also guaranteed the softest man-made
fibres that hold the perfect amount of product and don't shed or splay
out after continued use.
Here is a run down of the brushes in the
set plus how I use mine...
Duo Fiber Powder Brush
Perfect for
powder application without it looking at all cakey or applying too
heavy. I personally love using this brush for loose powder to set my
makeup and remove shine; in particular my Clarins Loose Powder.
Firstly this feels amazing swept over the face, feeling so light and
soft, plus it lightly buffs the powder into the skin with no effort at
all. This really goes beyond other powder brushes I own.
Cheek Brush
Another brush that
offers perfect application so you never over apply and again one of
the softest feeling brushes. This brush is reserved for my favourite
ever blusher – the Balm Frat Boy (an amazingly light pink shade)
and gives an even more amazing look/finish.
Angled Shadow Brush
A cleverly
sized and shaped brush that fits into the eye crease to contour and add depth.
Possibly my favourite from the entire set as I was just blown away as
how easy it is to contour the eyes with this brush... this really
does turn you into a pro. Again blends amazingly well and doesn't
shed at all.
Base Shadow Brush
Another great eye
brush to pack on colour onto the eyelids and to blend with. Also great
as a brush for concealer. This is now my go-to eyeshadow brush to lay
down my base eyeshadow and compared to the Urban Decay one I was
previously using, they are literally miles apart... I really did need
this brush in my life. Doesn't do anything overly special but gets
the job done and well.
Eyeliner Brush
Ideal for applying
powder or gel eyeliner to the lash line or creating a cat flick. Can
also be used to fill in brows with brow powder as it's just the right
side of firm to give definition to the brows. So far I've been using
this with a matte brown powder eyeshadow to smudge against my bottom
lash line for a slightly smokey look and also using it through my
brows to give shape and definition. This really is a versatile
brush that I will be using with gel liner on my upper lash line and
even to smudge out kohl pencil. This is soft yet sturdy which is
exactly what you need from an angled eyeliner brush. Another
favourite here!
Overall I really can't fault any of the
brushes and think this would make an ideal gift to give or ask
for this Christmas! Whether you own a lot of brushes or none at all these
will impress you and get you applying makeup perfectly. A set
worth every single penny!
What do you think of the set?
Fee xo.
