Reddit reviews e.l.f. Professional Set of 12 Brushes for a Flawless Finish, Synthetic

Definitely. I actually just ordered an E.L.F brush set (This one: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001HKR6WM/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 ) and it is a really good beginner set. I didn't wash them before first use, though, and there must've been some kind of chemical on them because it really irritated my skin. After washing they've been perfect though! It's only twelve, and they have directions on the packaging.

Supposing your friend has no brushes/tools:

• e.l.f brush set - $12
  
  
• A super-cheap knockoff beauty blender sponge from the Dollar Tree. - $1
  
  
• Tru Match Foundation - $8
  
  
• Blush, dealer's choice - $3+
  
  
• NYC Smooth Skin Loose Face Powder - Translucent - $4
  
  
• NYX Eye shadow base - $7
  
  
• Liquid Eyeliner, dealer's choice. - $6
  
  
• Clump Crusher Mascara - $7
  
  
• NYX setting spray, Matte finish - $6
  
  That brings us to around $54, but if you keep an eye out for sales, you can definitely find some good deals. The NYC eye shadow base and setting spray and the clump crusher mascara are VITAL to me. Everything else can probably be subbed.
  
  
  

Check out Amazon. I got a 12-piece set of e.l.f. brushes for about $12 with Prime.

Edit: Found it!

I think the best way to think about your theme is, just the things that make us feel pampered, loved, and beautiful. What gifts can you buy that could put self-love back into someone's life? Maybe it's just giving someone a few things to alleviate stress, like some nice bath products or a subtle candle scent. Or maybe you could just look for items that accentuate femininity and grace, like a embroidered handkerchief! Here is a list of things that will give the ladies in your life some help giving back to themselves:

1. Soap miniatures
   
2. Face masks
   
3. Elf brushes:
   e.l.f. Cosmetics 12 Piece Brush Set https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001HKR6WM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_GqlDwb1AXC858
   
4. Coconut oil samples: Found some at World Market in those wood bins in the food section
   
5. Miniature shampoo/conditioner: found in the travel sections at most any store like Target or Walmart
   
6. Facial exfoliating brush (non-electric) or sponge:
   Konjac Sponge (3 Pack) Activated Bamboo Charcoal. Facial Cleansing & Exfoliating Beauty Sponges https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00WFSBHO8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_thlDwbXZ3YMEQ
   
7. razors and a nice shaving cream
   
8. loofa and body wash
   
9. Stud earrings: Authentic Freshwater Cultured Pearl Set of Five White,Grey,Peach,Pink,Peacock Pearl Earrings with Stainless Steel Backs (6-6.5mm) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OZVCRBA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_6xlDwbMKZ8A0K
   
10. Small makeup bags: you can also get these for like 1-3 bucks at the discount bins in Target and Michael's or at paper/pen stores. Set of 4 - ZICOME New Cute Candy Colored Travel Theme Memories Pastorable Style Pencil Case Coin Makeup Bag Purse Case https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0181YIDXC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_sDlDwb6JHV8YT
    
11. Chocolates (because they make us feel good)
    12 discount panties (like 6 for 20.00 or less at target
    
12. Pumice stones, foot file, pedicure set
    
13. Bath bombs, bath salts, bath pearls
    
14. Aloe Vera socks
    
15. Burt's Bees miniature set:
    Burt's Bees Fabulous Mini's Travel Set https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00V0XQAU0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_yXlDwbYEBEK56
    
16. A pack of tea (so good for you) and tea cup!
    
17. Summer's Eve Cleanser or cleansing wipes: Hail to the V y'all, cause this stuff is AMAZING!!!
    
18. Oil blotting paper or face cleansing wipes
    
19. Nail polish remover pads:
    6 LA Colors Nail Polish Remover Pads Aceton Free Fruit Scent 6 Different Ones (Total 199 pADSs https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007TXJKES/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_WdmDwbNM22R2N
    

As someone mentioned before, the ecotool brush set. Or you can always go with E.L.F.

Not sure with the lipsticks, as I'm still a beginner (and kind of makeup challenged myself) and I right now opt for lip balm or the couple lip stains I have.

As for eye shadow, you can always go with something like this for your neutrals. Or something by NYX (which can be found in some Targets) like this

As for other things to start with, you might want to figure out how her skin care routine is, and toss in a few things that she could use in that regard. It'll make the makeup look better :)

Some other tools that she might not have, like an eyelash curler (E.L.F. has one for $3), NYX Milk is a good base/primer for eyeshadows as well.

SrslyGlammin

Apply lightly in layers. Use a huge, thick, fluffy powder brush. Then, take a spritz bottle on the lightest mist setting you can get and spray it up into the air maybe twice times. Look up into the mist and let it sprinkle on your face. That should get rid of some of the residue.

Here is a decent brush set.

I used to do stage makeup.

Edit: If you can, put the powder into a child's tight (You can get them at the dollar store) and tie it off. Hold it over one another's face and tap it so it dusts the face with powder. Use the brush to dab it into the appropriate places, don't swipe. Then mist.

So, honestly, I think you should gift /u/meowbabymeow.

I have a few reasons and here I will list them for you. :)

• She's smoking hot. I mean, hello?! Have you seen her?!
  
  
• She and I became friends on here- little did we know, we ended up living just minutes from one another and had never known of each other's existence.
  
  
• When I was in the hospital for 10 days just recently, she surprised me with flowers, a milkshake, and balloons! It was super sweet. Because my sister and I were bored out of our minds, she brought up board games for the three of us to play together. (She may or may not have whooped my butt once or twice- but I'll always claim to be the #1 winner.)
  
  
• She recently saved a lady's life. She stopped and made sure the woman received help before heading to her destination. Then, followed up with the lady and family to be sure that she was alright. In my book, that is pretty damn amazing.
  
  
• She's a 2 time cancer survivor.
  
  
• She's a total badass and I love her. I want her to be happy and have everything she could ever want in life or more. <3 <3 She deserves it.
  
  I would choose that it all goes to her- and with that said, this is what I'd give.

These ones

I got these. But honestly, one of my brushes fell off the stick. i'm going to fix it with a little bit of glue, the bristles are fine, but it's a $10 set ya know you get what you pay for.

When I rebuy, I'm going to get this set which is better quality from what I've read.

[Yep!] (http://www.amazon.com/E-l-f-Cosmetics-Piece-Brush-Set/dp/B001HKR6WM/ref=wl_it_dp_o_nS_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=3U9HMFZ94UP1Q&coliid=I1AOZGM7ZLYJXH) :)

This was fun :)

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Bonus - hmmmm, this?

Heya, welcome to RAoM!! I hope you enjoy it here :D Also, happy birthday c:

I'd definitely recommend picking up the NYX Jumbo Pencil in Milk -- it's a great base that really makes colors pop! It's also really creamy, so it blends out easily.

I also love my Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stains. I have Rendezvous (a very orange-y coral) and Lovestick (bright pink), which are perfect for summer. I also have Romantic (pretty true red) and my sister has Crush (a darker plum), which are great for fall. These are really easy to wear because they feel just like lip balms, but they're also very nicely pigmented.

If you want to play around with a lot more colors, I would say go for the Coastal Scents 88 Original Palette -- I use at least one color from this every time I do my make-up! It's not too pricey, but it gives you a lot to experiment with :)

I think it would be a pretty great time to pick up some brushes. Since you're just starting out, I'd probably go with ELF brushes because they're super cheap. Here are a few of my favorites (although I'd recommend looking in store at Target, because the white brushes are only $1 and the black ones are usually only $3; they might be cheaper on the ELF website too):

Eyeshadow Brush -- great for packing on the color
Blending Brush -- because everyone could use a nice blender!
Contouring Brush -- really great for applying color in the crease
12 Piece Set -- I don't actually own all these brushes, but it looks like a great set to start with, especially for only $12!


As for something I'd like...well, I'm currently obsessing over this lipstick in Black Cherry, because it is the PERFECT color for fall, and I don't have any other dark lip colors :3

Oh yea, and Summer Fun !

Thanks for the response! For brushes do you think just ordering something like this or this would be good? I have no idea what half of them are for but ~$1 per brush (+case on the one) seems like a pretty good deal. Like it looks like the case one has one of those little angle brushes which I think I've seen used with eyeliner goop stuff I think but the other doesn't. And for eye shadow do you think just getting a giant thing like this would be smart? It seems cheap and there are so many colors so I'd have no problem figuring out which ones I like hahaha.

1. I own these make up brushes and by golly, I adore them. Up until I got those, I was basically using my fingers for everything...and when I put on my foundation for the very first time using the foundation brush I just about fainted from how good it looked.
   
2. Infinitly Improbable Pink is GORGEOUS ! And looks neutral enough that I can sneak it on my fingers for work, mwahahaha.
   
3. My goal would probably to take a womans self defense class. I have a tiny 1 session one on Sunday, but I feel like I wanna know/learn more. Hopefully sign up for a multi session one afterwards.
   
4. poppin bottles
   
   Thanks for the contest c:

do you mean something like this?
http://www.amazon.com/E-l-f-Cosmetics-Piece-Brush-Set/dp/B001HKR6WM/ref=sr_1_4?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1377871627&sr=1-4&keywords=brush+set