Still riding the contour-highlight train? indie brand Beauty Junkees recently launched a five-piece set, much to my delight because the impeccable quality and affordability makes it a must-have, whether you're a pro or newbie in the makeup league.
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Sold via Amazon at $24.97, Beauty Junkees Contouring and Highlighting Kit includes the following: makeup sponge (great for liquid foundation/ concealer or cream-based contour product), pro highlighter (highlighting cheekbones, nose bridge), pro sculptor (contouring side of face/jawline), pro detailer (contouring side of nose or highlighting brow arch/cupid's bow/inner eye corner), and pro duo fiber (setting under-eye concealer or highlighting cheekbone).
I own several Beauty Junkees which I reviewed last year (kabuki set, eye brush set) and yes, they are still in excellent condition after countless uses and washings. The bristles from this set have the same stellar quality, notably soft and dense which makes application and blending easy peasy. And since we are on the subject of contouring and highlighting, I thought of sharing how I do these techniques fuss-free.
1. Use the flat surface of the makeup sponge (damp) to apply and blend liquid foundation
2. Use the pointed tip of the makeup sponge to blend around nose and under the eyes. I also use it to apply and blend concealer
3. Use the pro duo fiber to set concealer with powder
4. Use the pro sculptor to contour side of face (temple, below cheekbone, jawline). Use the pro duo fiber to diffuse sharp line if need be
5. Use pro highlighter to highlight cheekbones and nose bridge
6. Use pro detailer to highlight brow arch, inner eye corner and cupid's bow
Other products used (reviews are linked): By Terry Cellularose CC Cream, T.LeClerc Divine Compact Powder, Charlotte Tilbury Filmstar Killer Cheekbones, Urban Decay Naked Smoky, Tom Ford Lip Color So Vain.
Edit: Get 25% discount (any individual brush or brush set) with code FABZILL2 (unaffiliated). Expires 4/30/16.
Edit: Get 25% discount (any individual brush or brush set) with code FABZILL2 (unaffiliated). Expires 4/30/16.
Envious of your gorgeous cheekbones here. A dedicated contouring brush set should take the guesswork out. I'm planning to get the Morphe contouring set soon.
ReplyDeleteThanks Renu. The magic of makeup indeed!
DeleteThis kit looks like something I should try!
ReplyDeleteYes, good quality for the price!
DeleteWhat a great kit! It's got a bit of everything. I keep telling myself I need ot venture out into brushes, but there's so many different kinds to try!
ReplyDeleteThis kit is affordable and has good quality
DeleteI really need something like that Pro Highlighting brush. I know there are tons out there - I just need a few.
ReplyDeleteI like these shape of this highlighting brush. It delivers precise application
DeleteFantastic post! I'm working on my review now. I love this entire line of brushes
ReplyDeleteThanks Allison
DeleteI have and love these as well! They really do offer amazing quality products so affordably! Wonderful review, as always Kath!
ReplyDeleteAren't they amazing? Thanks twins!
DeleteThis is a great set and I love your collage of how you use the brushes and sponge. That visual is gold.
ReplyDeleteThanks Marcia. I figure it's the best way to showcase these brushes
DeleteSculpted bella, you are. I need to pick up some of these brushes and give them a whirl.
ReplyDeleteI think you''l like 'em
DeleteYou look gorgeous. Love all your rings. Great, easy to follow tutorial!
ReplyDeleteoh my, thanks much! I love knuckle rings :-)
DeleteLooks like a great kit, I just never take the time though I should.
ReplyDeleteI've been doing this lately and feel so much better about how I look.
ReplyDeleteI'm not a big contour person - but I'm starting to get into it and need proper brushes and tools! This would be PERFECT for me!
ReplyDeleteI love the classic style of the set - all black and white! Looks like the brushes hold up well, too. As many brushes as I have, it's nice to get a small set that does everything for the face!
ReplyDeleteI hve been LOVING these brushes lately
ReplyDeleteHello Gorgeous! I'm such a ;huge fan of Beauty Junkees and I really really need to check out this set. I think I would love it as much as I do the others.
ReplyDeleteThis set looks perfect! I really like that it includes the sponge.
ReplyDeleteI heard great things about these brushes!
ReplyDeletei have their eye brush set and love it
ReplyDeleteI haven't tried any Beauty Junkees brushes, but this set looks like a great place to start!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Kath! Beauty Junkees has great quality!!
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