Kabuki brushes are so cute and fun but other than being just great looking brushes, they have a great history and a variety of uses. The traditional use of a Kabuki brush dates back centuries ago in Japan's Kabuki Theatres. These brushes were used to create a flawless finish with thick makeup.
In recent years, the Kabuki brush has become popular again with the introduction of mineral makeup. Mineral powder foundation was one of the products Kabuki brushes were introduced for. Application of the product involves picking up the powder with the brush and applying it to the face in a circular motion.
These days, I've seen Kabuki brushes being used for more than just powder products. They can be used to apply liquid foundation and cream blushes too. Similar with powder products, the finish is beautiful and flawless.
I'm going to show you the difference between using your fingers and a Kabuki brush to apply a cream blush. I'll be using the same amount of product for each application
Important Tips:
1) If you do have a cream blush, want a very natural flush on your cheeks but don't have a Kabuki brush, a good trick to create a natural look is to apply your cream blush on your cheeks before applying foundation.
2) Kabuki brushes should be soft but sturdy. It shouldn't be as soft and limp as the hairs on your powder or blush brush. I bought a cheep Kabuki brush (even though I tell you not to) and was very disappointed that the length of the hairs were too long and moved around too much when applying product in a circular motion. I did a quick fix by tying a hair elastic at the base of the brush but will definitely invest in a good quality Kabuki brush this year.
3) If you have very oily skin or live in a hot and humid country, a powder blush is a better option. Cream blushes should be used by people with dry skin or live in countries that make your skin dryer than usual.
4) If you are using a Kabuki brush to apply your cream blush, get some product on your fingers then transfer it on to your mixing palette first. Do not grab the product out of it's container using the Kabuki brush. You'll get way too much on it.
If you know about a great Kabuki Brush other than MAC 182, let me know all about it!!!
In recent years, the Kabuki brush has become popular again with the introduction of mineral makeup. Mineral powder foundation was one of the products Kabuki brushes were introduced for. Application of the product involves picking up the powder with the brush and applying it to the face in a circular motion.
These days, I've seen Kabuki brushes being used for more than just powder products. They can be used to apply liquid foundation and cream blushes too. Similar with powder products, the finish is beautiful and flawless.
I'm going to show you the difference between using your fingers and a Kabuki brush to apply a cream blush. I'll be using the same amount of product for each application
Application Using Fingers:
Notice that the finish looks a bit thicker.
Application Using a Kabuki Brush:
The finish is more dewy and natural looking.
Important Tips:
1) If you do have a cream blush, want a very natural flush on your cheeks but don't have a Kabuki brush, a good trick to create a natural look is to apply your cream blush on your cheeks before applying foundation.
2) Kabuki brushes should be soft but sturdy. It shouldn't be as soft and limp as the hairs on your powder or blush brush. I bought a cheep Kabuki brush (even though I tell you not to) and was very disappointed that the length of the hairs were too long and moved around too much when applying product in a circular motion. I did a quick fix by tying a hair elastic at the base of the brush but will definitely invest in a good quality Kabuki brush this year.
3) If you have very oily skin or live in a hot and humid country, a powder blush is a better option. Cream blushes should be used by people with dry skin or live in countries that make your skin dryer than usual.
4) If you are using a Kabuki brush to apply your cream blush, get some product on your fingers then transfer it on to your mixing palette first. Do not grab the product out of it's container using the Kabuki brush. You'll get way too much on it.
If you know about a great Kabuki Brush other than MAC 182, let me know all about it!!!
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