Mineral Makeup Basic Toools : Bare Escentuals Kabuki Brush

The Mineral Makeup Blog’s first entry was about the kabuki brush. My very first mineral makeup brush was a kabuki brush. Its stubby handle stands out from the conventional long-handled face brushes. My first kabuki brush shed a lot, which made me switch to a flat top brush. I was very happy using a flat top brush until I got my hands on the famous BE Kabuki.

My boss’ wife handed down her Bare Escentuals stash to me, which instantly brightened up my day. But if there was one product I was most excited about, it was the BE Kabuki. Even if I love my Monave Flat Top brush, I was willing to give the BE Kabuki a try.

I’ve read mixed reviews about the Bare Escentuals Kabuki on Makeupalley.com. Some people find the natural hairs scratchy, while others complain about the shedding hairs. So far, I don’t think the brush is scratchy, and it hardly sheds. The brush head is dense — something I like in any brush that I use to apply mineral foundations. The stubby handle is great for traveling.

Now, I interchange my Monave Flat Top and my Bare Escentuals Kabuki Brush when applying mineral foundation. The BE Kabuki instantly picks up the minerals from my swirling bowl and I can buff with ease, just like my Monave Flat Top brush. The Bare Escentuals Kabuki is a great choice if you want full coverage.