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A Lesson in Kabuki (Brushes!)

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So-called “kabuki” brushes have become pervasive in the cosmetics industry. But if you shop around, you may find yourself wondering: What is a kabuki brush anyway? Historically, it was easy to identify a kabuki brush by its distinctive appearance: A cosmetic brush that had a short stem, or ferrule, with a flat bottom that allowed […] Read more…

One Beauty Blogger’s Makeup Brush Obsession

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“Be-wa-re, do not try to do this at home.” So says Sonia, over at the blog Sweet Makeup Temptations. Her passion for makeup brushes is legendary. The self-described “brushpeologist” has a collection that is very Japanese in origin and so large that she just dedicated an entire dresser to her collection. It also happens to […] Read more…

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