Every makeup fanatic knows the importance of having good brushes. Here I'm going to share my thoughts on my eye brushes collection. I have divided my collection into 3 parts: flat paddle brushes, crease brushes and eyeliner brushes, so it is easier to compare different brushes.
Flat paddle brush, like its name suggested, has a flat shape and round edge. It is particularly good for packing on eyeshadow, and it is a staple shape for eyeshadow application since they are very versatile.
Here are my thought on the individual brushes...
Japonesque 230 is a medium size brush with *extremely* soft squirrel hair. It is great for a wash on the lid, but because of its fluffier shape, it can't do much detailed work.
MAC 239 is similar to Japonesque 230 in terms of shape, but it is less fluffy. Since it is stiffer than Japonesque 230, it can pack on more color to increase intensity.
Japonesque 213 and 211 look very similar in the picture but 213 is way bigger than 211. Both of them have the same "flatness" and are made of sable. They are even stiffer than MAC 239, but they are not scratchy at all. They are my absolute staples. 213 is great for applying color all over the lid and packing on colors; 211 is good for apply highlighter in inner corners, layer eyeshadow over eyeliner or whatever detailed work you want to do.
MAC 228 is another small brush in my collection. The bristles isn't as soft as Japonesque 211 and I usually just use it as a smudge brush.
MAC 242 resembles Japonesque 213 but it is not as flat as 213. It is also made of synthetic material and doesn't pick up powder as well as 213. Though it is made as an eyeshadow brush, I now use it mainly as undereye concealer brush.
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