FUDE MAKEUP BRUSHES: Where to Start? Best Basics? This is What I Would Start With...

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Sonia G. Soft Concealer: go.shopmy.us/p-642342
Sonia G Jumbo Concealer: go.shopmy.us/p-642343
Esum W23 - Medium Filbert Shader: go.shopmy.us/p-642341
Rèphr 31: go.shopmy.us/p-642345
Koyudo F-04 Mineral (Prev. Fu-Pa03): go.shopmy.us/p-642346
Sonia G. Jumbo Base: go.shopmy.us/p-642355
Koh Gen Do Buff: go.shopmy.us/p-642349
Mizuho Cmp510 Foundation: go.shopmy.us/p-642352
Koh Gen Do Perfect Finish Set: go.shopmy.us/p-642347
Chikuhodo Fo-9 Powder: go.shopmy.us/p-642359
Chikuhodo Fo-1 Powder: go.shopmy.us/p-642361
Chikuhodo Mk-Sk (Sakura): go.shopmy.us/p-642363
Kyureido Kiwami Powder (Kk-001): go.shopmy.us/p-642365
Fude Japan Powder (Not Affiliated): go.shopmy.us/p-642369
Eihodo Kingyo (Goldfish) Powder: go.shopmy.us/p-642371
Sonia G Master Face: go.shopmy.us/p-642372
Sonia G. Buffer Pro: go.shopmy.us/p-642417
Sonia G Smooth Buffer: go.shopmy.us/p-642418
Rèphr 24: go.shopmy.us/p-642374
Chikuhodo Fo-4 Cheek/ Highlight: go.shopmy.us/p-642378
Sonia G. Jumbo Bronzer: go.shopmy.us/p-642386
Sonia G Niji Pro: go.shopmy.us/p-642382
Rèphr 04: go.shopmy.us/p-642410
Sonia G. Face Pro Beautylish: go.shopmy.us/p-642425
Hakuhodo G5542 Powder Angled (not affiliated): go.shopmy.us/p-642486
Sonia G. Classic Cheek: go.shopmy.us/p-642448
Sonia G. Lotus Cheek: go.shopmy.us/p-642455
Sonia G. Cheek Pro: go.shopmy.us/p-642473
Kyureido Kiwami Cheek (Kk-002): go.shopmy.us/p-642474
Fude Japan Cheek (Not Affiliated): go.shopmy.us/p-642475
Omnia Fan: go.shopmy.us/p-642477
Rèphr 20: go.shopmy.us/p-642478
Chikuhodo Ze-5 Eyeshadow : go.shopmy.us/p-642482
Hakuhodo G511 Highlighter (Not Affiliated): go.shopmy.us/p-642484
Sonia G. Lotus Detail: go.shopmy.us/p-642488
Rèphr 27, 13, 15 (or 14, 16): go.shopmy.us/p-642489
Chikuhodo Z Series Z-11: go.shopmy.us/p-642490
Sonia G. Crease Pro Beautylish: go.shopmy.us/p-642491
Sonia G. Soft Shader: go.shopmy.us/p-642492
Sonia G Worker Pro: go.shopmy.us/p-642493
Hakuhodo B004g (Not Affiliated): go.shopmy.us/p-642494
Fude Japan Eyeshadow (Not Affiliated): go.shopmy.us/p-642495
Kyureido Kiwami Large Eyeshadow (Kk-003): go.shopmy.us/p-642496
Sonia G. Pencil Pro: go.shopmy.us/p-642497
Chikuhodo Z-10 Eyeshadow: go.shopmy.us/p-642498
Chikuhodo Takumi T-8 Fude Beauty: go.shopmy.us/p-642499
Byredo Eyeliner 11: go.shopmy.us/p-642500
Chikuhodo Af-8 Lip: go.shopmy.us/p-642508
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Timestamps:
0:00 Fude Intro
3:35 Concealer
6:11 Foundation
11:36 Powder
19:06 Buff
20:36 Bronzer
23:38 Angled
25:42 Blush
30:07 Highlight
33:48 Crease
37:33 Shader
40:27 Pencil
41:28 Extras
43:50 My Favorites
45:33 Lip

[@pam8200]

Hi Lexi, another super helpful and comprehensive video like the powder one you did which literally took forever bc of the magnitude of the task. This is a great resource for people who want to start or add to their collections. I wish I wasn't guessing as much when I started but at least I started with Sonia G when she first launched. Thank you for your dedication to excellence and always wanting to help others.

[@LexiJong]

Glad it was helpful! I was blind guessing a lot too and it can be a very expensive endeavor so i am glad this was helpful.

[@amberp5207]

Lexi, u blew this brush recommendation video 👏🏼OUT👏🏼OF👏🏼THE👏🏼PARK!! Your descriptions, explanations, intelligence etc…are absolutely excellent. I have learned so much from u. It’s so refreshing to watch someone that truly is so passionate and knowledgeable about what they enjoy & love. Thank u so much for all of your hard work & dedication to your channel and your viewers.

[@LexiJong]

Yay! Thank you! I am so glad you loved it Amber!

[@kuklakid]

Thank you! Not enough ppl do brush videos.

[@LexiJong]

More to come!

[@yuliabudd4401]

Such an amazing video Lexi!! I learn so much for all of your videos!! I highly recommend the Sonia G Fusion series! I love the mix of natural and synthetic hair. It’s so practical and beautiful!! Thank you again!!

[@LexiJong]

Thank you Yulia! The fusion series are incredible!!

[@bluemoon5411]

Fantastic thorough review and so helpful to people like me who find the huge selection of brushes available confusing ...thank you

[@LexiJong]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you so much for watching and I hope you find something you love!

[@alisondavis2601]

Lexi! ❤I feel like I have just finished a graduate course in fude and other makeup brushes. 😂 Thank you ! You always help me in the hunt for the best. 😊

[@LexiJong]

Thank you so much Alison!

[@kymmerriman7888]

Lexi that was SO informative for me as a novice. Your explanation of the different types of hair and how to use them makes this video super practical. Thank you!

[@LexiJong]

I'm so happy to hear that! Thank you Kym and good luck on your Fude journey!

[@bobabobaboba1303]

Your fude collection is just as drool worthy as your makeup collection. Thank you for sharing your thoughts on this and I am sure this took a lot of time to get together. It is much appreciated!!!!

[@LexiJong]

Thank you so much! I appreciate it!

[@lipstickrulesmylife]

Great review and explanation of hair and brush styles!!👏👏👏 I didn't really think about the bundled hairs not being cut and they are the real ends. Makes total sense.

[@LexiJong]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you Susie!

[@kateaye3506]

Lexi, I had to watch twice, to digest the sheer volume of information you provided. You excel at these types of videos.

[@LexiJong]

Thank you so much Kate!

[@loralee3232]

Lexi, excellent video on brushes! You are very knowledgeable on brushes. I wish I had this information when I first started purchasing brushes but I started with Sonia G and you can’t go wrong there. I definitely see my brush collection growing for different uses. You have so many brushes how do you keep all your brushes organized. 😆Great video very thorough & helpful one I’ll be saving. 😊🌺

[@LexiJong]

Thank you! I keep most of them in utensil holders on my desk, organized by brush category. My foundation brushes are in a drawer and some of my special powder brushes are as well. Starting with Sonia G was smart! I think overall, her brushes are the best mix of luxury and functionality.

[@lesliegelinas678]

Very informative. Your recommendations are helpful and appreciated by this novice. Thank you, Lexi❤

[@LexiJong]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you Leslie!

[@MsBNoodle]

I'm quite new to fude so watching this to get a better idea of what is what. Thank you.

[@MsBNoodle]

Though am pleased to see some of the brushes you recommend to start with are in my collection. I've just repurchased the rephr 31 as I like it so much I wanted two

[@LexiJong]

It's one of my top 3 foundation brushes! I'm glad you love it too!

[@llovesluxe]

Such a great, thorough video. Would love to see how you store/organize your brushes - by type or brand etc. Thanks!

[@LexiJong]

I will do an updated video on that but here is my previous one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i4OsYnh8rsyGmrs. Not that much has changed. I like to keep mine by category for the most part.

[@elainesimmons3450]

Excellent video! I have been ordering as you go along lol! You look lovely. Elaine xx

[@LexiJong]

Thank you so much Elaine!

[@yulianagonzalez2428]

Fusion series from SG are one of the best ones to use with cream liquid products , I’m so happy with rephr brushes for eyes. I also recommend the hakuhodo brushes too definitely the best with powders. I love the new jumbo SG bronzer brush. Well most all the ones you recommended are the ones I use the most Sonia G jumbo bronzer, lotus detail,smooth buffer Reprh 31,13,14,25,16,03,05,04,24, Hakuhodo g5545,g5700,g6530,g512,b507, b5521,g5522, g5523N

[@LexiJong]

Thanks for sharing!! Those are some great choices and now I need to look up all of those Hakuhodo brushes!

[@yulianagonzalez2428]

@@LexiJong 👍🙏🍾

[@thebeautytraveler9312]

Very informative and helpful!

[@LexiJong]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you!

[@danijelastojmirovic561]

Great video as always and very informative for beginners like I am❤️

[@LexiJong]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@jamiliawallace9103]

Lexi I love, love this video. I love how you paired the brushes and gave explanation for your choices. I am a fude lover also. I have no chickhuhodo brushes but I do have Hakahudo, Sonia G, Rephr and Esum brushes. Your 3 concealer, Sonia foundation, some of the eyeshadows etc I do have. My powder brush is from Hakhuhodo. Nonetheless, I am happy to see the ones I don’t have and know how they perform. Brushes are my favorite things. They cost a lot to me because I dont live in the US and the conversion rate and custom duties does hit hard so I plan my purchases. It also means I appreciate videos like these because I can’t afford to buy overhyped products/brushes. Can you also do a video for intermediate buyers.

[@LexiJong]

That is an excellent idea Jamilia! Thank you so much for the suggestion and I am so glad this was helpful. I will start working on an intermediate video soon!

[@yaminaabed]

Dear Lexi, thank you for a wonderful and comprehensive video! I've just placed an order of many Sonia G recommendations via your affiliate link. I can't wait to receive them! I hope you're doing great :) x

[@LexiJong]

Wonderful! Thank you so much Yamina! Enjoy!

[@derilyjoy]

Oooh this is exciting. I've just started my fude brush journey & I need some expert advice. 👍

[@LexiJong]

You got this! It will be a fun journey!

[@pulidobl]

Girl, you outdid yourself…Brush Queen!

[@LexiJong]

Thank you!!

[@yuzhezheng3539]

This is so so useful!! Would you consider making a video on how you look after your brushes? I’m really curious as how you wash, dry and preserve the longevity of these precious precious babies!!☺️

[@LexiJong]

Yes I will do an updated video this winter. Here is a link to an older version: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i4OsYnh8rsyGmrs

[@yuzhezheng3539]

@@LexiJong thanks so much will give this one a watch now☺️☺️

[@twoleftfeet9626]

Great video. i got a couple of fude brushes using your discount code

[@LexiJong]

Thank you!

[@alenkabernard5819]

Hello Lexi, Thank You very much for such as great video ! I just started my collection for fude brushes and your video is so helpful !!! I have a question, how do you taking care for your brushes ?

[@LexiJong]

I have a video on that here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i4OsYnh8rsyGmrs. I wash my brushes more often than most people. Most people wipe them on a cloth or brush them in some plain powder before wiping them on a cloth and use them for a month or so before washing.

[@naaberg1037]

Hello Lexi ☺️ happy Mother’s Day ! If choosing a back up brush between Sonia g lotus detail and sky mini cheek , which one would you pick ? Also what about a bronzer ( mini keyaki, jumbo and niji pro ..)what would you definitely get as a back up ?thanks for you reply

[@LexiJong]

Personally, I love the angle of the Lotus Detail over the Mini Cheek and I like the Jumbo Bronzer best provided you have both options already but I go for light bronzer so if you are looking for something to do more contouring and precision with, go with the Niji. I think the mini sizes of both of these are great and worth having for traveling so if you have a full-size, I would get the mini as backup.

[@alya27092]

Thanks for sharing such a great information!:) Regarding the powder brushes you didn’t specify which brush is best for pressed powder (to set and buff). Or the ones you recommended are good for both types of powder?

[@LexiJong]

It depends how you are using your pressed powder but for a light layer dusted over the skin, all of those are good options. If you want to really buff it in, go with something like the Sonia G Face One / Buffer Pro or Smooth Buffer. The Master Face is a great in between option for a mix of airiness and slight buffing action.

[@alya27092]

Thank you, Lexi! 😊

[@alineg5158]

I really love my Sonia g face one buffer and smooth buffer brush but I have Sahara dry skin and sometimes it’s pokey for me (not the brushes fault) .. do you think the Chikuhodo fo- 2 fox would work same? Or can you suggest another one? ❤

[@LexiJong]

Yes, that is the softest I have in that style and it will work the same but it is much smaller so it will just take a little bit longer. I think you will like it though. It is incredibly soft!

[@alineg5158]

@@LexiJong thanks sooo much. I will try it for sure now 😊

[@AnaLopez-zz8rk]

What is the total amount to get free shipping on fude Japan ? I know the yen is really low right now so it’s a better value than buying at fude beauty

[@LexiJong]

I am not sure. If you email Toshiya on fudejapan, he should be able to tell you. Either way his shipping is inexpensive even before the free shipping threshold.

[@renamartin469]

It’s $22-23 for shipping to the US from Fude Japan. The minimum for free shipping is around $350-$360. I just got some Hakuhodo mixed hair squirrel/goat brushes from him and the Kyureido cheek and eye brushes from him. The cheek one is perfect for under-eye powdering of maturing eyes. Spectacular! I think I’ll go back to pick up the powder brush on your recommendation Lexi! Thanks for your fabulous brush videos!

[@LexiJong]

@@renamartin469 I'm so glad you love it! Those brushes are just so soft. Thank you for sharing the information about FudeJapan!

[@AMerchBeauty]

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[@JenMakeupDollxo]

Actually a lot of fude brush makers do not consider sonia g or WG fude brushes…😅

[@LexiJong]

They are not traditional fude but they are made by the classic fude brush makers such as hakuhodo and created with the same techniques so i still consider them fude and they have the fude certifications as well. I have to admit that I don't find the WG as great and I consider SG to be more of a modern twist on traditional fude but she rarely uses specialized hairs anymore so I know that some people do put her brushes in a separate classification. In my opinion, a lot of it is like the "old money vs. new money" classifications that people use and SG are quality fude brushes although a newer brand. Rephr brushes are also technically fude brushes but because of their hair selections, they are more of an entry-level, lower tier in comparison.

[@fifimsp]

Gonna disagree on needing a good foundation brush. If you're a foundation that can't be applied with my hands and look good, you're not the foundation for me. You need to go away. I do not like using brushes for foundation at all. But otherwise, yes, you would probably need one! LOL

[@LexiJong]

Very true! I personally love a brush but I think foundations should apply well with hands.