My truth....about my FAVORITE BRUSHES | Yes. I'm a jerk. But kind of a funny one 😬

11:22 Foundation
Kevyn Aucoin Foundation rstyle.me/n/c8...
ESUM T45 bit.ly/2ygfk1P
MUFE 108 rstyle.me/n/c8...
Zoeva 104 bit.ly/2NxWjiy
ESUM T47 bit.ly/2fyp2EV
Sephora 56 rstyle.me/n/c8...
Natasha Denona 21 shrsl.com/16y70
Real Techniques Expert Face rstyle.me/n/c9...
Real Techniques Buffing rstyle.me/n/c9...
17:28 Concealer
ESUM T41 bit.ly/2tiSvMz
ESUM T43 bit.ly/2FdxAQK
ESUM T38 bit.ly/2FeRBpP
ESUM T37 bit.ly/2H5wa7m
Sephora 75 rstyle.me/n/c8...
Crown C517 bit.ly/2LCCwwP
Bdellium 938 shrsl.com/16y79
Sephora 57 rstyle.me/n/c9...
21:03 Contour
Inglot 20T rstyle.me/n/c8...
Bdellium 966 shrsl.com/154sc
ESUM T39 bit.ly/2vpSMJA
KVD 5 rstyle.me/n/c8...
ESUM T59 bit.ly/2DnM3Ug
Sonia G Sculpt 3 shrsl.com/151wp
Sonia G Face 2 shrsl.com/151wk
Bdellium 944 shrsl.com/154sb
RT Contour rstyle.me/n/c9...
Wayne Goss Air Brush shrsl.com/151x0
24:44 Bronzer
Marc Jacobs The Bronzer rstyle.me/n/c8...
Wayne Goss 00 shrsl.com/151z6
Sonia G Sculpt 1 shrsl.com/151zc
ESUM G53 bit.ly/2nVIDV7
Bdellium 974 shrsl.com/154s5
It Cosmetics 8 rstyle.me/n/c8...
27:19 Blush
Wayne Goss 14 shrsl.com/1525y
RT Multi Tasker (Mini) rstyle.me/n/c9...
28:40 Powder
ESUM Puff S/3 bit.ly/2xWms4c
Hourglass Powder rstyle.me/n/c8...
It Cosmetics 7 rstyle.me/n/c9...
ESUM T49 bit.ly/2h9J1tQ
Sephora 55 rstyle.me/n/c8...
ESUM X57 bit.ly/2FBg09h
Wayne Goss 02 shrsl.com/1526a
Wayne Goss Air Brush shrsl.com/151x0
ESUM X51 bit.ly/2oS01so
Chikuhodo Z-1 shrsl.com/plf8-...
34:13 Highlight
Wayne Goss 10 shrsl.com/1526i
Sephora 98 rstyle.me/n/c8...
Bdellium 991.5 shrsl.com/154s3
Eyes
37:18 Transition
Bdellium 785 shrsl.com/154sl
ESUM W35 bit.ly/2wF8vF1
38:23 Crease
ESUM W36 bit.ly/2Jgc8Ma
Sonia G Worker Two shrsl.com/zal7
Chikuhodo T-7 shrsl.com/154ti
Wayne Goss 4 (Anniversay Set Vol 2) shrsl.com/zalj
Wayne Goss 20 shrsl.com/1462c
Hakuhodo J146BkSL bit.ly/2LGHQ1W
Hakuhodo J5523BkSL bit.ly/2Ny0Od8
Wayne Goss 18 shrsl.com/154t6
Bdellium 776 shrsl.com/154ta
Sonia G Builder Two shrsl.com/154t3
Hakuhodo J5533BkSL bit.ly/2LGqtP6
ESUM S33 bit.ly/2nlT2GZ
42:52 Pencil
ESUM S33 bit.ly/2nlT2GZ
ESUM S31 bit.ly/2nDGzAo
Sonia G Pencil 2 shrsl.com/zalw
43:59 Pack on lid
ESUM W23 bit.ly/2xirfdH
ESUM W21 bit.ly/2n8lYkQ
44:29 Large Blending
Chikuhodo GSN-7 shrsl.com/plf8-...
ESUM G29 bit.ly/2nlJBY7
45:05 Inner Corner
RT Shading Brush amzn.to/2wvy2Di
Zoeva 223 bit.ly/2NvZ4Rn
45:34 Undereye
Sonia G Smudger 2 shrsl.com/zaly
ESUM T05 bit.ly/2n8E464
Wayne Goss 08 (Anniversay Set Vol 2) shrsl.com/zalj
Chikuhodo GSN-9 shrsl.com/plf8-...
46:26 Eyebrows
Lancome 27 rstyle.me/n/c8...
Chikuhodo GSN-13 shrsl.com/plf8-...
It Cosmetics 12 rstyle.me/n/c8...
KVD 75 rstyle.me/n/c8...
Wayne Goss Brow Set (21,22,23) rstyle.me/n/c9...
Wayne Goss 21 shrsl.com/151tj
Wayne Goss 22 shrsl.com/151t0
Wayne Goss 23 shrsl.com/151tg
47:40 Detail Brushes
ESUM T11 bit.ly/2tltbFC
Bdellium 937 shrsl.com/154s8
Zoeva 317 bit.ly/2OYbrGT
ESUM T43 bit.ly/2FdxAQK
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[@MsStephNic]

I’m healing from an IPL so my forehead looks extra dark in this. No one panic! All is right in the world 😬

[@mireyahardy2801]

Save on crafts sells the glass beads for $5.99 a pound. I have bought lots of them and they are great quality! Just search glass beads 4mm on their website.

[@ItsmeLNR]

Stephanie Nicole I’ve been dying for this video!!!!

[@kimmyball4961]

Hi, love ur videos!! Fyi.....you can also get glass stones at " Dollar Tree " big savings!!

[@marcelaa9498]

😆🖤❤

[@tamarabotha6584]

Thanks for this video Stephanie! Just beginning my journey and it's been a tad overwhelming with all the choices out there x

[@saraortiz7000]

This is what I want to watch in KZbin. Somebody educated educating me. Not a commercial. Thanks for giving this review... for trying to help the consumer and not being bought.

[@MsJcmJcm]

Sara Ortiz Stephanie can NOT be BOUGHT. Love her.

[@MimiMoments]

I couldn’t have said it any better.

[@wendyedler3857]

New and upcoming line from Wayne Goss + Stephanie Nicole Collab...*Drumroll Please* NATURALLY Browned Alpaca butthole hair! No Alpaca's OR their BUTTHOLES, were harmed in the making of these brushes. (Pre-sale disclaimer) I personally would buy anything from either of these two and a COLLAB!!!! That would be an awesome idea. Just Sayin'

[@wendyedler3857]

LOL! Glad you liked it. I am so fangirling right now!

[@nikkiforrester740]

Thank god someone finally uploaded a "My Truth" video that we actually wanna watch!!!! 😉😂

[@BethaneyLilly]

RIGHT! ....give it to Stephanie to give us quality content ....

[@geekbabe100]

Kelly Forrester Nikki yes! 😀

[@caribbeantigress]

I don’t think you’re a jerk hunnay, you’re just a misunderstood genius 😉

[@MsStephNic]

I like your attitude 🙌🏻😂❤️

[@paulaanncurran7521]

Totally agree......xPx

[@dgudgka]

Provably the fist youtuber in the beauty comunity i watch who has not mentioned not 1 Morphe brush 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 bravo ,i love your recomendations can't wait to try some of then . Lots of love ❤

[@elliearr96]

Tsvetelina Tomova. Morphe blocked her on everything for her video calling them out for private labelling years ago 😂

[@MelissaQ]

I am screaming over here 😂😂😂 I was like... NOT STEPHANIE NICOLE!!!! 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 I should have known you would put your cynical twist on this! Okay let me see what ya talking about!

[@KendraMorgan]

14:32 about Zoeva brushes. They’re actually made in PRC and the makeup is what is made in Germany. The following is what is on FAQ page from the Zoeva website: “WHERE ARE YOUR PRODUCTS MADE? Every brush is traditionally handmade in the PRC by specially-skilled brush masters. ZOEVA makeup products are made in Italy or Germany.”

[@lizzeeeee2945]

This is probably the most comprehensive makeup brush video that has ever existed. I’m terrible at applying makeup, but have improved since I finally have the right tools. Brushes are an investment and this is a great resource. Thank you so much.

[@pettyx008]

At first I didn't like you back then ( I thought you were mean in some way) but I really appreciate you point of view. After seeing more of your reviews, in some way I realized we are very similar on how we scrutinized situations, ppl or products, personally I'm picky. Small things count as much as the big ones. Thank you for your reviews and saving ppl tons of money, if you ever have a make up brand I know I would trust it.

[@kennypryce4617]

I am looking out for that Stephanie Nicole palette or beauty product. Would buy with my eyes closed. I know cGMP and QbD will be her #1 prioritt

[@SelinaCat]

It's cool you're open minded enough to admit you misjudged her. Most aren't that smart

[@kellysblackcat]

You've been telling your truth the entire time. 🙌 thanks for your video, always like your recommendations. 😘💚🐕🐾

[@stephanieparadine7953]

Oh my gosh I LOST it at the "alpaca butthole hair" Stephanie you are too much I LOVE IT!!!

[@kirstenglae]

Btw, coffee beans work REALLY well for the vases you hold brushes in, and then you get that rich cafe smell in your makeup room!!! My fiancé got a bunch of free coffee beans at a trade show, so I used them and they work beautifully!!!

[@misscrackyouupalot]

Wow I’ve never heard of this but I love this idea!! I’m trying it ASAP lol I love the smell of coffee ☕️

[@PinCushionQueen]

The only issue with using coffee beans is the acidity in the beans may overtime affect the handles integrity.

[@renwang6003]

The explanation Artis gave for those brushes sounds like pure marketing. If they work for you, that's great, not denying that. However, normal makeup brushes are that straight shape not simply because you apply paint to a canvas or makeup on someone else, but because they allow you to use your wrist/finger motion. That way you don't have to move your entire arm to buff eyeshadow or foundation. It's like how children grip a pencil with their palms and draw with huge strokes of their arms, but once you learn to write properly, you grip the pencil with your fingers so you can write finer print. You get greater detail regardless of whether your canvas is yourself or somebody else. That's evident by how people may like the artis foundation brushes (because foundation blending is not detail oriented) but nobody talks about their eye brushes. Just my two cents

[@elise4026]

'My Truth' always makes me laugh. Truth by definition can't be subjective.

[@theewildrose]

Uhhh no.

[@isthatjackson]

Elise Upton Right?! It kills me lol

[@MrsBungle78]

Exactly! “The Truth” is more accurate!

[@Andrea-dm4gd]

Actually the philosopher Ortega y Gasset subjected that each one has an "individual truth" that combine with all the other "individual truths" generates the "general truth" which is the reality of the situation that no one can fully see untill all the individual truths are put together. This is what inspired Pablo Picasso to paint the way he did, "cubism" is just painting the same thing from different angles and perspectives and represent them all together at the same time. Makes sense since Pablo Picasso and Ortega y Gasset were both Spaniards.

[@Prokomeni]

It’s not subjective? It’s what is true about you lol

[@carissamessina1908]

Alpaca butthole hair. I’m dying!!! 💋🤣🤣 this is why I love you.

[@di3486]

No mention of morphe (only in regrets)...*satisfying evil laugh*🤣 I don’t have many brushes, I have also hooded eyes but much much more than you, they are also small. I have Wayne’s 06 and 05 and I can do my entire hooded eye girl shadow look with only those 2 brushes. I also have the Charlotte Tilbury smudger and I absolutely love it as well that it cosmetics one that is discontinued (that one blends shadow in mili seconds). For the face I have one it cosmetics and the rest are real techniques. Beautiful collection, Steph!💕

[@cyan8181]

Charlotte Tilbury smudger has been on my loves list so glad to hear you like it as I haven't seen it in person.

[@shelbychocolate]

I use coffee beans for my vase beads for my brushes! I love the smell every time I use my brushes 😍

[@-TotallySaneCatLady-]

I always feel like I've stepped up my beauty education whenever I watch your content. You have an amazing no-nonsense approach. Thank you once again for sharing.

[@sighingcassandra57]

Lmao - "Alpaca But Whole Hair" - I love it. Thanks for making my day

[@kirstenglae]

I just absolutely love your videos, even if I’m not in the market for whatever you are talking about. Your videos are like comfort food to me, a KZbin place I feel at home (you know, we’re BFF, even if you don’t know about it😂😂). I live about an hour and a half from you, in Riverside, can we please do lunch sometime?? 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@nicolefrazer2800]

thats a bit odd haha

[@horsegirl1598]

Same! I'm a broke college student so I'm not in the market for any brushes, makeup, or skincare but i still watch and rewatch stephs videos lol

[@friermama]

New words of the day: alpaca butthole hair!!! Bwahahahahahahahahaha!!!! My kids walked by me grabbing a snack and were cracking up everytime you said it 🤣😂. It was great to see a new video from you, happy weekend!

[@wendyedler3857]

Can I just say your eyes are extra beautiful today? They also kind of look like butterflies the way your wing and the tips of your lashes flare up. I'm a kindergarten teacher, so shoot me if I see butterflies everywhere... LOL

[@kagitsune]

I agree, I could stop staring at them! Such a gorgeous shadow/liner shape combo!!

[@jwhite3149]

Love the caption😂👏I am so sick of all the “My Truth” videos that are mostly full of lies🙄

[@abby44666]

Stephanie...you stand with the elite in the industry’! You know your product, explain thoroughly without the fluff and drama we see from so many amateurs Professionalism will always rise above the self-proclaimed experts.

[@zzpick]

So cool how you mentioned that chronic pain may play a big part in brush choice because it's true. I'm in Canada, where 1 in 5 adults have chronic pain (Schopflocher, 2011), and for me it's something called Complex Regional Pain Syndrome. Chronic pain is something so many people have, but for many it's invisible and makeup is a great way to keep face and get on with a high pain day. Or even a regular day. Thank you for mentioning chronic pain. Hopefully people who don't think about it will take a moment, and those who do have it will feel heard. :)

[@oliviacampos8732]

I missed your educational videos and your sharp wit so much! I'm so glad you uploaded this one. Thank you!

[@christelisland]

Lol, yes you are, but that's one of the reasons why I love you and your channel! You're very real and honest and that's a wonderful combination. Don't ever change, I trust your opinion. And it's a "dry or wry" sense of humor, I think you're amazing !💋💓💋

[@MsG110]

That Chikuhodo Z-1 brush is everything...despite costing an arm and a leg! 🤷🏽‍♀️🤦🏽‍♀️ I'm a fude fanatic! When I got the notification for this video I got so excited‼️ I adore your videos. Thank you for being so authentic and just an all around beautiful human being. 😉

[@xajaso]

Never commented before but gotta say it: THANK YOU for always putting clear time stamp info in your videos, as well as thorough info/links in description. Really appreciated.

[@kagitsune]

Got a gluten free pumpkin pie in the oven, perfect timing!! 🎃 Let me actually spot clean my brushes while I watch this. 😁❤️ Thank for considering chronic pain and poor eyesight with your recommendations. Still loving my Hakuhodos... Need to replace a couple I abused too much. 😅 I hope you and your business and family are doing well! ❤️

[@Enirutas]

The title cracked me up 😂 Happy to see you on my feed again, Stephanie! ♥️

[@SangriainTO]

I'm so glad you didn't talk about the usual brands most KZbinrs advertise, I will definitely look into some of the brushes you mentioned. TY

[@stacym735]

I've been wanting to start using better makeup brushes for quite awhile, but didn't even know where to start! I also know we have to be very careful about encountering biased reviews (if not flat-out bought opinions) in the youtube beauty world, which has only confused me more. You, on the other hand, are someone I'm confident would only give 100% honest opinions. Add it all up, and this video was not only perfectly timed for me, but extremely helpful. As an added bonus, I just really enjoy your style :) I appreciate you and what you do, Stephanie. Thank you!

[@AdrianaBarron1]

Realist chick in the beauty community.

[@malloriesmith1]

You handle the bullshit and the asshole comments with grace. I love that you shut it down before it starts. Your very knowledgeable and very humble. I've been a subscriber for quite awhile and I think it's cool that you've never changed.

[@kagitsune]

Alternative to the KVD contour brush (in case folks are interested but also not supporting her): Sigma has a few brushes of very similar shape. I think they're part of the "3D Kabuki brush" line. 😉🖌️

[@AtlasEve]

Why are people not supporting her?

[@pamelawolf313]

Naomi PR thank you, that’s exactly what I needed. I don’t KVD.

[@Cevalip]

@@AtlasEve the latest thing i heard is that she is anti-vax which rubbed a lot of people the wrong way

[@bellaboopixi]

Tara Parker at the moment, people don’t agree with some statements she has made about vaccinations. I know people have also had issue with how hard she pushes veganism. 🤷‍♀️

[@sakotsuku]

@@AtlasEve Her most recent contraversy with not being in support of vaccinations for her child and racial contraversy as well.

[@Sara-rd8nr]

"Dip the Tip" then you giggled. Ha! Why am I 40 yrs old and still cracking up at stuff like that? Never gets old and clearly my sense of humor won't either. Thanks for another great video. Super informative. I know you've had a rough year, but it sure doesn't show in any of your videos. Thanks for being professional, and human as well. You're the sh*t, Stephanie!

[@fenica6513]

Just what I need!! An hour informative beauty video is hard to find Love your videos always, Steph! ❤️

[@kathrynwhitbeck9798]

Stephanieeeee. You make me wanna have integrity and be calm.

[@wirinaholstein4076]

This is hilarious. I love it. And its right on spot. All these KZbinrs have come out retrospect and stated that "we need to get back to what the KZbin beauty community is all about - the makeup" and thats exactly what you're doing here. My personal fave brushes are cruelty free, short handles for my tiny hands and very soft bristles for my sensitive eyes.

[@suzannaheike2302]

Dear Stephanie I am in the process of self teaching myself how to do makeup and watching your videos is like watching a masterclass, thank you so much.

[@aireanemmons3165]

"Alpaca butthole hair..." dying 😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣

[@NoBody-zb3so]

Why oh why was this video so f-ing enjoyable? So much valuable information and honesty. Stephanie you are 👏.

[@leslie6049]

I want to truly thank you for including the affordable brushes for those of us who want an excellent brush but can't afford the best..love that u included real techniques..wet n wild..etc. and i really enjoyed this video! Thank you!

[@jessicabrissette4531]

Totally agree with you about the lack of Real Techniques eye brushes. I love their face brushes for me, but I'm really lacking a good fluffy blender brush from them.

[@christinamezadiaz7916]

Stephanie your videos are always so informative and honest. Thank you for putting out quality content. 💕

[@ShazzaDazzle]

oh and alternative to split peas are those little glass beans that you can get from garden centres, they come in a container or mesh bag, I use them and they're excellent, look pretty and inexpensive as well.

[@Rie_TheQueen]

Finally a video actually explaining makeup brushes to me . I'm a beginner in makeup and have no clue where as to finding the right brushes. I have sensitive skin so I don't know if synthetic brushes would be the best route or budget friendly .

[@BeautyByLinnoria]

I love videos like this...if I'm investing in my brushes...i need options and reasons why💕💕💕💕💕💕ty for making us better consumers Steph

[@libee84]

Thank you for another awesome video! I made the jump to Wayne Goss brushes a few years ago and OMG the difference was unreal! I tried taking my old, mostly real techniques or old Sephora brand, on vacation after using the others and I hated my makeup the whole time and they all felt so scratchy.

[@shelbielynne9609]

I absolutely love the Elf blush brush for highlighting, and I love the Real Technique's Expert Face brush for concealing larger areas when I wear concealer under powder foundation. They're amazing given how affordable they are.

[@Arazanzu_ruiz]

I got home from work trying to watch this video but fell asleep lol now doing my night skincare watching this. Thank you Stephanie. Hope You have a great weekend ❤

[@ShelleyPolarbelle]

My love for good brushes are what drew me from my art business into makeup. Finding out makeup had brushes changed everything about my life. I had no idea anyone else felt the same way! You look incredible - absolutely am inspired by your eye application today.

[@michellerauklimas600]

I swear not one does it like you, YOU'VE got to be the best at not only explaining but also showing a little demo of what and how you do it. My goodness I pray you NEVER EVER leave you tube. I do have you on insta gram but im kind of goofy trying to figure it out. You would think im drunk lmao. Stephanie you have no idea how screwed up my life's been since you're not always here😢 I so miss the heck out of you. I just want you to know I hope and pray you're getting along good and becoming happier. I've watched you long enough to be able to see you're still NOT at your happy go lucky self and out breaks my heart. I truly love you and all you do and have done. Even all the money you've made me spend😁😂🤣 it's true but I love you for it never ever have I been upset with anything you've made me buy ever. Just know you have some on this side of the screen who wants nothing but the best for you and I truly want you to be happy and love all you do. Love you and all your videos. Truly the best no bull and no drama your NOT THE ONE.. 💖💝💝💝💝💖💖💖 ALWAYS THE QUEEN IN MY EYES.

[@KendraMorgan]

Okay now that I’m finished with the video. Just a couple other notes, and I looked for an email address as I’d rather send this privately but you don’t post one so I’ll just note them here. I hope you don’t find it insulting, i just thought I’d help fill in the blanks on a couple of the brushes. Bdellium states they are headquartered in CA and they have a hand crafted brush artist in a factory in China. Sephora, Natasha Denona, even the current MAC brushes, it gets a little convoluted. I think based off what I can find, Sephora’s brushes are “private labeled” (I use quotation because technically I would call it a co-manufacturing not the traditional shitty Morphe situation from Crown brushes) through Anisa International (headquartered in GA, corporate office in NY) and they have a brush plant in Tianjin (Eastern port of China). At one time I thought I read Anisa‘s site that she even stated she private labeled for such companies but I am not able to find it anymore. It’s on the rumor mill for MAC as they continue to have Japan and France printed on their handles. Lastly, IT cosmetics brushes. I’ll give you a hint, i think they quit selling their brushes when someone either A) produced a really really believable replica that they sell on AliExpress that shifted profits or B) Just don’t wish to pay that amount of money for a synthetic brush. Hope that helps fill in a couple gaps, again not trying to step on toes I know you have a wealth of knowledge pouring out just thought I might be helpful for those question marks.

[@rachelmummert5747]

I love that you mentioned Moda! The only affordable brands that are ever talked about are RT and Elf, but I use mostly Moda. Always wondered if I was just using terrible brushes 😂

[@sarahheilweil193]

THIS TITLE!!! girl you kill me. awesome vid, stephanie

[@aundreaclark8357]

You've never lied to us👏👏👏 so no "my truth" needed here😂😂, so happy for this video!

[@resveratrolv5]

I love how upfront and transparent you are with your affiliate links. I also love your content

[@MsStephNic]

I dislike being lied to, to I pay the same courtesy I expect ❤️

[@fitfatbrittrny]

“Bend and snap” made me think of legally blonde 🤣😂🤣🤣

[@MrsBungle78]

“My Truth...” 😂 So funny! I can’t believe you have to explain all about your lips & how they’re naturally full etc to *hopefully* not get dragged about going too hard on the filler!🙄 I purchased that exact elf (I think from what I can see) brush & I was so surprised! It’s really good & super soft! I want to know how Sephora can possibly charge the same prices for machined brushes as ESUM does for hand made brushes?! I love that you can’t be bought & you don’t allow certain companies...or company to scare you into line. In fact they’ve pretty much done the opposite! Lol. These videos are super interesting & helpful for someone like me- when I’m interested in something I like to know *everything* about it. So thanks as always for your diligence & thoroughness! xox

[@yolandapratts1900]

Love this video! You not only review in length but educate with such details and always seem to cover all scenarios. I love that about you and your channel. Thank you for all the time you take. It’s appreciated! xx

[@cynthialandry8782]

Thank you so much for the time and effort you dedicated to this matter. I appreciate your review and suggestions so that we are making more informed choices. Additionally, I really appreciate your desire and even focus on sanitation. Maybe not everyone wants to hear but most influencers don’t even talk about it or include it as part of their dialogue/narrative. From my perspective, no need for you to apologize. Makeup can be responsible for horrible bacterial problems on our skin and in our eyes.

[@STAN_LOONA]

It’s sad that if someone has a naturally nice feature, some people assume it has to be fake. Some people have naturally desirable features. It does exist.

[@professionaldogtrainer968]

Two videos in a single day! I watched them yesterday, and I'm re-watching this one today. So much info!

[@arlynbug]

wait, morphe brushes are not your favorite? 😂😂 any thoughts on smith cosmetics brushes? i see some other youtubers (Desi, RawBeautyKristi, etc.) loving them and it seems like it blends things well for them. the reviews on beautylish are very mixed 😏

[@AnniePBeautyDefyingAge]

I love the Smith Brushes. They're a little pricey but worth it in my opinion

[@misscompassionate]

are yours soft? i've heard that they work really well but are not the softest.

[@elizabethgreer27]

Arlyn La Rosa i love smith brushes

[@danaljarvie]

I only have one Smith brush but I love it! Will definitely buy more

[@elizabethf3910]

Thank you for coming back. We miss you a lot. I hope you will do a lot more videos.

[@CourtayMichele]

I’ve wanted the Kevyn aucoin foundation brush for yearrrssss and never got myself to pick it up..it looks like the perfect foundation brush to me. And that MUFE foundation brush is one of my all time favorites

[@jessicalau7853]

I love your recommendation videos. I purchased all my brushes based on you recommendations and I've got zero complaints. You know their pros and cons. I love that you explain what's great for small and larger faces. Your make up/skincare/brush recommendations are on point. Thank you!!!!!

[@berri_marie]

You are the best kind of jerk Steph. I'm of the opinion that everyone is crazy and life is all about finding the crazy that goes well with your kind of crazy and that's how we find our friends and partners. You are definitely my kind of crazy! Your videos are so informative and I can watch them countless times without getting bored. Which is good cuz it's hard to get all that info in the brain in one go :P Thank you for doing what you do

[@bioknitkitty]

Dip the tip in...Snort. Thank you for making this video Steph. I always appreciate how thorough your videos are. The more affordable brush lines you mentioned have been the backbone of my brush collection for years. I'm looking forward to trying some of the mid range and higher end brushes you recommended.

[@bandigraham]

I LOVE LOVE LOVE your reviews. I as well, love ingredients, where products are made, etc. Plus, you're gorgeous - thanks for being so real.

[@Velor77]

Who was waiting for Stephanie to say “These Crown brushes are the same as the Jaclyn Hill Master Collection set for ALOT cheaper”? 😂😂😂 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♀️🙋‍♀️

[@singingxroo]

Aahh I'm so happy you have Bdellium Tools in this video! They've been a staple in my kit for so long and I've always been curious how the other brushes you have about compare. This is so perfect. And I agree I only have like 2 morphe brushes that I still use (cuz I can't find ones the same shape and density) but I hate the fact that they shed like crazy. Drives me up the wall. Can't wait to replace them.

[@tartipsyapple]

I definitely skipped around to the brushes I was most interested in, your time stamps are soooo helpful :)

[@jessicaolson2837]

I LOVE your sense of humor Steph! "Alpaca butthole hair" is now my 13 year olds favorite phrase 🤣

[@amandahiggins424]

Stephanie I so appreciate your reviews and you are by far one of my fave KZbinrs to watch. I recently was so disheartened when I saw that someone I followed her bragged about being “ real” went on a brand Trip with a company she has never used. When I commented I was attacked!!! You are truly genuine and I will always appreciate and respect that

[@chrissycat7883]

Agree on the RT brushes. My fav drugstore brushes- I use the 'eye shader' for blending cream shadows & deluxe crease brush for setting eye primer. I use the Bold Metals eye crease brush to blend my under eye CC. They do need to up their eye brush game. Their face brushes are 💣.

[@olamideoladapo8496]

Stephanie his video is SO on time! I've been looking to get more into brushes for foundation application! Thank you!

[@elsiemari]

One thing I am curious about are eyelash curlers. You do great education videos--perhaps you could you do a video about different types/brands of eyelash curlers, what you like, what to look for/avoid, different eye shapes, etc.? I've been having an eyelash curler crisis, trying to find one that works. Also, I love your brush videos! I've purchased a couple of the Wayne Goss sets, as well as the "airbrush" brushes based on your suggestions. I only wish I done it sooner! The cost is worth it, for sure. :)

[@blueeyedbeauty2496]

Love love love this video! It’s so helpful! I appreciate you showing us less expensive to more expensive and in between bc everyone has a diff budget. I love that you are not afraid to tell us when something just isn’t good! You are so knowledgeable and break things down in such a thorough way and I love that! 💕

[@MsStephNic]

Thanks for watching Kim & I’m happy you liked it ❤️

[@Las55407]

Although you don’t upload a ton of videos (which I’d love to see your face more often!), I can appreciate the quality and effort that is put into your videos you upload. You are so informative, which I LOVE! I really take your recommendations into consideration 💜💜

[@lynnadams5816]

Such a great video, I love videos like this that give this much information. And I LOVE brushes too! I have spent a crap ton of money on brushes that I have actually thrown in the trash because they were so scatchy on the eyes that someone on You-tube raved about. And your opening comments about you have to find the brushes you like and find out what you like about them and why has me questioning my favorites.. One of the best way to explain that.

[@vorkutyanka]

Oh wow! You look beautiful! This makeup look is so flattering!

[@espear2249]

I love ur "dry" humor or whatever they call it now on Instagram and this title. Lolll and I am so excited to see this vid!!

[@wendyedler3857]

Also, best brush video ever! Could you keep going? I love to hear you talk.... LMAO Can't help it.

[@lizmoulton8628]

Totally agree with you!

[@suryabaray8227]

Dying over the crayola joke😂😂You have the best sense of humour

[@shonabre7211]

Love how thorough and informative this video is and as most of your videos are. I love that about your channel. Thank you for making this video as I've been contemplating "upgrading" my brushes.

[@KingsMom831]

The best JERK around! 💜🌈😘

[@taraball1030]

Yay! Another Steph video!! I have a question....I dont have dark circles but because I am see through pale (lol) I have veins that show really strong. Would a color corrector work for that? Or a special concealer? Thanks!!

[@drgirl4443]

Kevin Aucoin skin enhancer works great under the eye if your veins are showing. It's expensive, but it goes a long way. You don't need much. My mom has vitiligo and the skin enhancer covers her perfectly

[@BMS453]

I miss you Stephanie. I know you have a busy life and an actual day job and life. I just really miss your videos. You are always my go to on new products and esp skin care. Hope to see a video soon. Xoxo

[@cinemaocd1752]

Have you tried the Sonia G Smudger #2 on the inner corner? It's fantastic, it fits perfectly in there. Also it's great with the kind of tricky shimmer shadows that you might need to use wet or with your finger. I wish she'd come out with a bigger one, but I've been making it work to press and drag shimmers across the whole lid (I have small eyes so that helps.) Since you know her, maybe you could put in a good word for my idea? My two hobby horses in brushes: life is too short for scratchy brushes. (LOL at alpaca buthole hair) and paying more than $20 for a synthetic, machine-made brush is a mistake, just save your pennies and buy a natural hair brush. Synthetic brushes are great, I have a ton of them (I like Bdellium, Sigma and Real Techniques) but they are so often over priced. All those big synthetic face brushes branded with a cosmetic name are a rip-off in my book. You can usually get a natural hair brush that is hand made for the same or even less money.

[@KendraMorgan]

Omg!!! Every single time you ask us what we want, I always just say “updated brush review” and I feel like you listen so well to us!!!!!! Thanks so much

[@teacheschem]

Real techniques has 40% off at Ulta. I love their brushes that look like the Artis brushes (like hair brushes)

[@gcdub3585]

When your videos come on, I literally hit ⏸ to what’s going on in life to watch. Thank you for what you do, I’ve learned so much from you.

[@sydneyekeroth8737]

Wow. This was TRULY FANTASTIC. I just discovered you and love your fresh approach. Thanks for posting this.

[@lindseywilson4708]

I love your content! 😂❤️ you are definitely one of my favorite KZbinrs hands down 👏🏽

[@mistyparsons7710]

Bawhaha!! The title for this video is great..your humor is A+++!!😂🤣😅😭💀 And, another detailed, thorough, informative, and helpful video!! Thank you for sharing your favorite brushes with us. Have an amazing weekend. Love you, Stephanie!!🖤😘 xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo

[@samanthamccracken9239]

Thank you for all of your hard work putting together detailed and informative videos like this! Brushes are so intimidating and it is so helpful to have a starting guide of what to look at.