MAKEUP BRUSHES: How Structure Determines Function | What Should I Use This Brush For?

Today we are discussing how structure determines function in terms of makeup brushes! Join me as I compare bristle length & ferrule diameter and shape with my preferred applications. As always, makeup brushes are a very personal, individual thing and there is no wrong way to use a brush! Thanks for watching!
Brush Video Playlist: bit.ly/3s9qAYX
Some Places to Shop:
*Beautylish (Sonia G, Surratt, some Koyudo, some Chikuhodo) bit.ly/3ecnAr9
*rephr www.rephr.com/...
Fude Beauty (Koyudo, Chikuhodo) (not affiliated but I have a referral link to the Members Program and you get $20 off your first purchase and I may receive points in return) prz.io/ZOOz3npS5)
Visage USA (Chikuhodo) bit.ly/3mjTIuI
*Net-a-Porter (La Bouche Rouge, Surratt) bit.ly/3rPn05C
Brushes Mentioned:
• Chikuhodo P-FO
• Surratt Face Brush
• La Bouche Rouge Powder Brush
• Chikuhodo P-8
• rephr 16
• Surratt Smoky Eye Brush - Moyenne / Medium
• Chikuhodo T-11
• rephr 24
• Westman Atelier Blender Brush
• Chantecaille Buff & Blur Brush
• Koyudo F-07
• Koyudo F-04
• Sonia G Face One
• ESUM V34
• Sonia G Crease One
• Sonia G Soft Shader
• Sonia G Worker Two
• Sonia G Flat Definer
• Royalty Cosmetics 221 Synthetic Concealer Brush
• Wayne Goss 07
• Chikuhodo AF-8
• Chikuhodo KZ-05
• Chikuhodo KZ-03
• rephr 19
• Chikuhodo Z-2
• Sonia G Worker Two
• rephr 12
• Surratt Sculpting Brush
• Chikuhodo FO-4
• Koyudo Lunar New Year (Oxen) Brush
• Sonia G Sculpt One
• Sonia G Sculpt Two
• Sonia G Sculpt Four
• Sonia G Fan Pro
• rephr 20
• Koyudo Premium Fan Brush (P-3) SJ401
Products I Have On:
*Dior Forever Skin Veil Primer, $48 USD bit.ly/3mgva5Y
*Sisley Blur Expert, $100 USD bit.ly/2OhUP1w
*Koh Gen Do Brightening Moisture Powder in Blurring Beige, $62 USD bit.ly/2PrRIVf
*Koh Gen Do Moisture foundation in 012, $79 USD bit.ly/3fDOatM
*Melt Cosmetics Blushlight in Honey Thief, $22 USD shrsl.com/2w2jj
*Westman Atelier Super-loaded Tinted Highlight in Peau de Peche, $75 USD bit.ly/3rReKSG
*Victoria Beckham Beauty Lid Lustres - Mink and Blonde, $36 USD bit.ly/2R0FSlv
*Sisley So Stretch Mascara - Brown, $72 USD bit.ly/3wmLve2
*Surratt Brow Pomade - Light Brown, $35 USD bit.ly/3l9WthV
*Sisley Lip Liner - Sweet Coral, $60 USD bit.ly/3wsp6vI
Lisa Eldridge Lip Gloss - Go Lightly (returning soon?) bit.ly/3mgBwCt
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A little about me for reference:
Age: 39
Skin type: Normal to slightly dry
Skin tone: neutral but slightly cool, fair
Foundation Shades Worn:
Surratt Dew Drop - 1.5
Givenchy Teint Couture City Balm - N104
Chantecaille Future Skin - Porcelain
Guerlain L'Essentiel Natural Glow & High Perfection - 00N
Cle de Peau Radiant Fluid Matte - I10
Westman Atelier Vital Skin Stick - N
Merit Minimalist Stick - Silk
Armani Beauty Neo Nude - 1.5
Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow - BR12
Koh Gen Do Aqua - 012 (002 Summer)
Koh Gen Do Moisture - 012
Thank you so much for watching and for your support! I truly appreciate it!
#FudeBrush #ABunchofBrushes #LexiJong

[@pam8200]

Hi Lexi, what perfect timing to drop your brush video! Big congrats to you on winning Fude Beauty's Chikuhodo MK-2 Cherry Blossom 🌸 giveaway!! So amazing and so well-deserved! 🥰👏

[@LexiJong]

Thank you so much Pam! I am so excited!

[@shahinaismail1370]

Congratulations Lexi on winning that stunning brush in the Fude Beauty competition!!! X

[@LexiJong]

Thank you Shahina! I am so excited because it makes me think of my grandmother.

[@susanboemer6611]

You have an amazing work ethic. So much detail in your productions. Thank you.

[@LexiJong]

Thank you so much Susan! 💜

[@luxesbeauties]

Congrats on winning the gorgeous Chikuhodo brush... and thanks for this in depth overview... now I really want the Surratt angled face & highlighter brushes to add to my almost complete set... waiting for a good sale!

[@LexiJong]

They are really nice brushes! I particularly love the angled brush!

[@tammysummerswoodbeck1353]

I love this brush video. I will have to find your others. I just received the SG Face One brush and haven’t tried it yet.

[@LexiJong]

Oh wow! I am glad you were able to get the Face One, it has been hard to find. I will link the playlist for the brush videos in the description box. I forgot to do that!

[@bluemoon5411]

Such thorough helpful review ....Thank you

[@LexiJong]

I am so glad! Thank you for watching!

[@chicagolawluxurymakeup]

I love your brush videos. So informative. I found some new brushes I need to try now. Lol.

[@LexiJong]

Thank you Liz!

[@emerc377]

Great video Lexy, thanks! I splashed out on the Chikuhodo P8 during the Beautylish giftcard event. I figured all the coffee and lunch money I'm not spending while working from home could pay for it! That's my excuse anyway and I'm sticking to it!! I haven't used mine yet either, l've just been staring at it on my dressing table! I also bought the Koyudo foundation brushes and the Chikuhodo T11 that you recommended in your Beautylish event recs. I'm loving them so far. I must try the T11 for cream contour products. Have a great day!

[@LexiJong]

I am so glad you are enjoying them! You know, your coffee excuse is right on the money! I may have made some similar choices this past year since I had to do so much cooking!

[@caterinaiona6397]

Another great video Lexi. Congratulations on it and also on winning the Chikuhodo brush. I usually use my brushes in the way it fits me depending on the look I want to create and most of the times I don't use them in the way they were made for. I recently bought some Rephr brushes which I love and find of great quality. Up to now I used the Chanel brushes, the whole collection, which I find very good but I think I prefer others now that I am into brushes more. So this was a very informative video which we don't watch on other channels, and you analyze everything perfectly well. Thank you so much for sharing xx

[@LexiJong]

Thank you so much Caterina! Sometimes i don’t feel like washing brushes so i try to use only one or two brushes for everything and find functions I never really tried before. I am glad you are enjoying the rephr brushes! I use mine a lot! I hope you are having a wonderful Sunday!

[@maureenturk8578]

Love this - very helpful!

[@LexiJong]

I am so glad!

[@yuliabudd4401]

Lexi, you look amazingly gorgeous!!

[@LexiJong]

Thank you Yulia!

[@sheiladunbar3116]

I think I might try the Sonia G Sculpt Four when I get my gift card from Beautylish. 🤔 Thanks for the info!

[@LexiJong]

It is a nice brush!

[@kaorurl7039]

This is such an informative and useful video! Thank you so much for taking the time to do it! I’ve been trying to study my brush shapes and sizes, it’s so much fun! And I did end up getting T-11 to use as a contour brush and not as a foundation brush thanks to your other video and comment replies 🥰.

[@LexiJong]

I am so glad you enjoyed it! The T-11 is a wonderful brush. I am glad it is working out for you!

[@lipstickrulesmylife]

Thanks for your input! I use my flathead brushes to soften edges of bronzer, blush, or highlighter.

[@LexiJong]

That is a great suggestion!

[@shanncimakasky6836]

I was wondering if you could do a wear test for the KVD Good Apple balm foundation?

[@LexiJong]

I am trying to curb my purchases on foundations right now and be more selective. Unfortunately the KVD is one that I am not intending on purchasing at this time. I really want to use more of what i have right now. Sorry!

[@kara6767]

Hi dear! Which is better Chantecaille Buff and Blur Brush or the Sonia G Face Pro? For finishing and smoothing make up 😊 Which wont disturb my make up?

[@LexiJong]

They are both great and the major consideration is if you prefer synthetic or natural hair. I personally prefer the Sonia G and feel like there is more movement with the bristles while still being dense and buffing - this ensures that you are not disturbing your makeup below.

[@kara6767]

@@LexiJong Thank you dear. I think im getting the mini 🤍

[@LexiJong]

@@kara6767 nice choice!

[@BeautyHasBeenX]

Hey lexi .. you look beautiful loving your hair longer like this . Hope you and your family are loving Easter 🐣 🤗🤗💗💗

[@BeautyHasBeenX]

I’m really wanting this surratt face brush more now .. I have a few of their brushes and love them xx

[@LexiJong]

Thank you so much Michelle! The Surratt face brush is amazing and you can find it on sale sometimes so keep your eyes peeled!

[@BeautyHasBeenX]

@@LexiJong you’re welcome and I will do thank you lovely , and always for your help and over on Instagram you’re so kind and helpful xx

[@LexiJong]

@@BeautyHasBeenX anytime! I am not very ig savvy but i will help when i can

[@BeautyHasBeenX]

@@LexiJong you’re loads better than me 😩😂😂 xx