SPECTRUM X KATIE JANE HUGHES BRUSHES | review and comparison of these cruelty free brush sets

I'm FINALLY bringing my review of the spectrum x katie jane hughes brushes ! The edit set launches tomorrow at 1:00PM EST. I wanted to compare the two cruelty free makeup brush sets, and compare to other Spectrum Collections brushes. #spectrumxkjh #spectrumcollections #kjh
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Details on the sets:
25 piece brush set:
$240 USD
11 piece edit:
$150 USD
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Timestamps
00:00 Intro
1:40 25 Piece Set
22:20 11 Piec Edit
26:09 Comparison to Other Spectrum Brushes
31:04 Final Thoughts

[@KeepBeautyReal1]

I hope you find this video helpful! The edit launch and full 25 piece restock goes LIVE at 1:00EST on June 9th! Check out the collections here: bit.ly/3z6HP1v

[@mollyohara4971]

Omg your eyes in this vid☠️ stunning! I hope she sells these separately some day.. I love KJH.. I love to hear no regrets..

[@KeepBeautyReal1]

Thank you Molly! This look is coming tomorrow 💙 and yes, I would get a few more of a handful of these in singles!

[@kristiepope8254]

I really appreciate the detail that you provided on these brush sets! The olive green with the tapered handle is beautiful! Your makeup look is stunning Kelly! 🥰

[@KeepBeautyReal1]

I’m glad that I’ve had these for a good amount of time since the initial launch-it gave me a chance to really put these to the test! (And thank you, this look should be coming tomorrow if the editing angels are nice 🤣)

[@saba722]

This is the most comprehensive and thorough review I've seen. You really answered so many questions I had trying in determining which set to pick up. Thank you so much! ❤️

[@KeepBeautyReal1]

That truly means SO much to me! You'll have to let me know what your thoughts are if yu get a set!

[@auntiedramey3855]

I have sooo many eyeshadow brushes.I don't know why, but I have a thing about eyeshadow brushes:)

[@KeepBeautyReal1]

Then we are kindred spirits! 😉 I have many as well.

[@AlyssaPope0429]

I really appreciate how much you went into detail on each brush, very helpful! Also these brushes are so pretty - I love anything olive green!

[@KeepBeautyReal1]

The color is to die for!

[@foldudeney]

I love how you share your beauty/makeup favorites with us. I'm really enjoying your channel 👌😍 🔥

[@NataliaLavrovaBeauty]

While I can’t afford this set, this was still so helpful because now I have a few more ways to use similar shaped brushes ❤️❤️❤️

[@KeepBeautyReal1]

Glad it was helpful! That's so great! It is a lot...but when you break it down...it ends up being $10 a brush for the full set. Hard to chew in one sitting though! If you want some new brushes keep an eye out for another Spectrum sale!

[@shay7820]

Thank you!! 😍😍 This is by far the most thorough review I have seen.

[@KeepBeautyReal1]

I’m so happy that it was helpful!

[@BeautyAndTheFrizz]

So glad you got your hands on these! I know how much you love KJH!!!!

[@KeepBeautyReal1]

Yes I do! 😉

[@PrettyPsychedBeauty]

Your eyeshadow looks STUNNING!

[@enchantedtamara]

Looks like a really amazing brush set! Love your eye look!

[@KeepBeautyReal1]

Thank you so much!!

[@luciaayaso2260]

That last pencil type nail art looking brush I believe just comes that way. I’m watching videos to better inform myself b4 I buy the set just because it is so much even tho it’s a good deal when you brake it down but I too am a cosmetologist and I little tip is to maybe cut the hairs so it’s not so frayed. I’ve done that with nail polish brushes in the past and was great 👍. Btw I love what you said about the duo fiber brush having a bad haircut 💇‍♀️ lol. That was sooooo cute! I am also obsessed with your hair color. My hair is very long and grown out natural and your giving me that itch for some beautiful color. Love the video. thanks so much 🙏 you’re a doll 🤩

[@KeepBeautyReal1]

Yes I keep meaning to give that brush a little trim 😂 I have another one of the same but it wasn't flayed out so much. Another synthetic brand that I've been trying lately is LaraFaye, if you want to check them out. I believe they are less expensive than Spectrum, and they have some GREAT brushes. Maybe not as many small shapes as the KJH set here, but theyre very nice. I reviewed the eye brush set in my Nomad Cosmetics Whistler palette video, in case you want to see them. Thank you so much for watching! And my hair is SO faded from what it was here and I am itching for an update too! Why is it that we cosmetologists are always last on the list for ourselves? 😉

[@AMerchBeauty]

These brushes look great! I am not a brush junkie since I wash my brushes after every use. But these and the WG have definitely been tempting me.

[@KeepBeautyReal1]

I’ve been so happy with them!

[@seansheree1360]

These brushes do look amazing and they have such a great variety 😍

[@KeepBeautyReal1]

It really is a great set!

[@mrsunnecessary910]

This eye look though 🔥🔥

[@KeepBeautyReal1]

Thank you!!! I don’t want to wash it off LOL

[@tedoymisojos]

Just got these. I love having them, they arr great at manipulating creams and liquids so far. But to anyone wondering about the fibers, they are very similar (if not the same) to white brushes from BH Cosmetics. Theres nothing wrong with that, but the price difference is significant. That said, the style of the brushes are super easy to use and effective, i would repurchase if i lost mine. Its just a great curation. Your descriptions and suggestions are right on the nose, very helpful and accurate. Loved re-watching

[@KeepBeautyReal1]

Thank you so much, Liz, for sharing your feedback on these! I appreciate knowing your thoughts on these, too. How do they compare to the brands like MSQ that you mentioned?

[@tedoymisojos]

@@KeepBeautyReal1 The MSQ eye brushes that I have (they arent white) have bristles with a texture somewhere between this and real techniques brushes. These are more slick vs real techniques brushes wich are more fuzzy/textured. The MSQ have less drag on the skin than the KHJ though; i like that a lot about them. I bought the MSQ eye brushes because they were reccomended for sensitive, mature skin (the reviewer reccomended also the Nabla brushes. She uses only cruelty free products). She doesnt like brushes that move the skin around a lot. Ill try and find her name.

[@tedoymisojos]

@@KeepBeautyReal1 its Nikki Raven 💄

[@KeepBeautyReal1]

@@tedoymisojos thank you!!!

[@PrettyPsychedBeauty]

I remember one of the first videos I watched of yours and I noticed like 600 brushes on the table that was behind you! LOL You definitely love your brushes!!!

[@KeepBeautyReal1]

hahahah yes. no one sees my hoarde now...until my declutter video, anyhow.

[@liz_perry]

I love that I basically use these all the same way as you. 😁 I like less that the description box reminded me how much I spent on this set 😭

[@KeepBeautyReal1]

Eeek, sorry! BUT...when you break it down...that's like $2.50 a brush! 😉

[@liz_perry]

@@KeepBeautyReal1 excellent point 😁

[@KeepBeautyReal1]

@@liz_perry I NEED MORE COFFEE. That is $10 a brush...wow. Hi my name is Kelly and I cant do basic division. hahaha

[@liz_perry]

@@KeepBeautyReal1 I mean... I didn't even question your math because I never math 😂

[@kloves9712]

Wow beautiful brushes 😍😍😍

[@kellywolfe5930]

Great video 💙💛❤💚💜

[@KeepBeautyReal1]

Thank you so much!

[@yukokokoko3343]

Even watching your review, I bought this brush. Because many say this is worth buying, I was curious!!!! And...I have the same opinion as you!!!😂😂😂

[@KeepBeautyReal1]

I do really like several in the set! Thank you so much for watching!

[@lucymcadory2014]

Lots of hype so I cant wait to see your thoughts

[@KeepBeautyReal1]

What are YOUR favorite brushes?

[@livingwithlov3959]

You look gorgeous 😍

[@KeepBeautyReal1]

Thank you, LOML! You are wonderful!

[@LittleMakeupChannel]

I want these !! 👋🏻👀👍🏻

[@KeepBeautyReal1]

They are very nice! Not quite like Wayne but very nice 😉

[@KendraMorgan]

You know um a brush snot. Inhad to come by and see your thoughts!!!

[@KeepBeautyReal1]

Hahaha, I love that about you!

[@BetsyGotcher]

im enjoying my spectrum brushes

[@KeepBeautyReal1]

I'm so glad you and Steven told me about the sale! That marble eye brush set was a steal for sure!

[@BetsyGotcher]

@@KeepBeautyReal1 they definitely are

[@amandawright9790]

I have never tried spectrum I have always been curious of them

[@KeepBeautyReal1]

I've been really happy with them!

[@Sonia10Read]

Hello! Now that you had the brushes for quite some time what’s your opinion on them? I ordered them and received today but I’m not 100% convince on the quality… maybe I’m wrong and the performance is great, I want to hear your thoughts since you have them now long and you are a MUA, thank you 🙏🏼

[@KeepBeautyReal1]

Some of them I reach for all the time! Mine have lasted well, haven’t excessively shed, and still feel soft. I did actually order a second set on Black Friday when they were on sale(which I’m not allowing myself to open until I declutter my collection). Don’t get me wrong, they’re not luxury brushes by any means, but I do really like them.

[@beaherzberg]

A year out, is this a brush set you reach for? I’m considering buying the 25 piece set during Cyber Monday (pretty good discount). I’m hoping to completely swap out my entire very old and raggedy brush set for this one. Let me know if there’s another set you’d recommend other than these! Thank you!! ❤

[@KeepBeautyReal1]

At this point, I think LaraFaye and BK Beauty are a bit better quality, BUT I do love a lot of the shapes in this set. At a good price, I still think this is a good option. I was tempted to pick up some LaraFaye in their 40% off but shipping is pretty pricy and goodness knows I have so many brushes.

[@beaherzberg]

I appreciate your thoughts. I’m going to hold off, I think and probably look into BK and LaFaye! Thank you!!!

[@KeepBeautyReal1]

@@beaherzberg absolutely!

[@KeepBeautyReal1]

@@beaherzberg oh I should mention that LaraFaye is doing 40% off right now (but shipping if you’re US can be a bit pricy). There is a beauty site that sells them stateside but only a few sets I believe. BK is still doing their sale, That one I think I linked on my page. They’re both great options!

[@nzilanifrancq5838]

@@KeepBeautyReal1 hi! Did you also ever have a chance to try the Sculpt set by Spectrum?

[@shay7820]

I would like to invest in a good brush set. The question is X Ariel set or KJH?

[@KeepBeautyReal1]

It looks like the KJH set is sold out. BUT 😉 if you want my opinion regardless, I think it depends on what brush shapes you like. Katie has a lot of smaller brushes (which I prefer). I will say, I have the KJH set and another set from Spectrum and I felt Like the KJH were a bit nicer So I don’t know if the quality is the same across the board within the brand. The Ariel set IS cute! If you are looking for another great quality brand I am LOVING my Lara Faye brushes as well! I have a few videos that I’ve used them in.

[@shay7820]

@@KeepBeautyReal1 Thank you so much for getting back to me on this, I really appreciate your advice. The KJH set looks more professional, but I’m going to have a look at the Lara Fave brushes before I decide..❤️❤️

[@PrettyPsychedBeauty]

This comment is for Jeremy: I hope you told Kelly how hot she looks in this video!