F80 Flat Top Kabuki Review - FINALLY!

 From L-R F84 Slanted Top Kabuki, F80 Flat Top Kabuki and the F82 Round Top Kabuki.

Original post HERE.

I've had the brushes for months now. I do realize that I still owe everyone a review even though there are so many reviews about this brushes online and I will probably just be reiterating what others may have said but anyway here's what I think:

I received another F80 a while ago when I applied for the Sigma Affiliate Program. :) 

Description from Sigma

This exclusive flat top synthetic kabuki was designed to deliver a flawless makeup application. The Sigma Makeup F80 is a buffer brush that can be used to blend powder or liquid products. The short and dense bristles make it easy to buff your liquid foundation. The long handle adds comfort to your makeup application. The synthetic fibers are ideal to be used with liquid products and can be easily cleaned. Made of Synthetic Sigmax HD filament.

This is what it looks like when it's new. It comes with a brush guard.

L-R My New F80 and my old F80.

Please excuse my dirty brush,I do use it a lot. (Like everyday and every opportunity I get.) 

As you can see, there's not much of a difference between my old and new brush. So yes, the F80 is a durable brush. Mind you, I am not kidding when I say that I use my brush a lot. 

See how fluffy and dense my brushes are? 

I initially thought that the F82 would be my favorite among the three brushes but I was wrong. If I were to keep only one face brush this would definitely be it without 2nd thoughts.

I have used this with all kinds of foundations and would recommend that you use it for creams and liquids. It can be used for stippling and buffing makeup. :)

You might want to know why I love this brush so much? After all it should be the makeup and not the brush that makes a difference in the application of products. Before I bought this brush I have also used a lot of brushes and none of the brushes I have used is at par with this when it comes to giving a flawless finish. It glides effortlessly on the skin.

My skin is far from perfect and I believe this brush does help even out the foundation when I apply it on. Never had I encountered a problem with foundation caking on my face nor an uneven finish. It does not hurt my face either because the bristles are soft. 

PROS:

- Durable.

- Very dense.

- Bristles are soft and won't irritate the skin.

- Gives an airbrushes effect when properly used.

CONS:

- It takes a while to dry.
- Can only be bought online.
- It may take a while to clean the brush.
- Thanks Pammy for confirming this! The new brushes have brush guards that stick to the brushes and it's super hard to yank the brushes out. :/ (EDIT)

NEUTRAL:
- While this is cheaper than MAC it is still expensive compared to other brushes in the market. I am under the opinion that this is worth the money.

Overall I still love the brush! <3

Make me happy and click my Link for more information on Sigma brushes and other products. :3

Sugar sugar's - Sigma F80 Giveaway

Hi everyone! I have used the Sigma F80 brush for quite a while now and I have to tell everyone that it's my favorite brush for foundation! :) I know I still owe everyone a proper review but my brush is always dirty because I use it a lot.  

As a Sigma affiliate, I was given an opportunity to get another brush and to host a giveaway for the followers of my blog. I am happy to be able to share such a wonderful brush with someone; so I hope everyone takes time to join this giveaway. Sigma is truly an amazing and generous company! :)

BTW, I promise to do a proper review when I get the new one. :P I will be showing both brushes. I tend to use it for cream foundations, liquid and even powder ones.

Sugar sugar's - Sigma F80 Giveaway

RULES:

1. Must be a follower of my blog via GFC or networked blogs (I will check!)
2. Please leave your GFC/networked blog follower name and your email address on the comments section below.
3. Please leave one comment and specify the number of entries you have.
4. This contest is open to everyone in the whole wide world. :D
5. I will draw the winner on July 18, 2011 and will announce the winner in a couple of days or so after the said date. Sigma will send out the price to the winner.

Additional Entries +1 for each:

1. Just for fun try to guess how old I am. If you already know just type "??"

I will send a consolation price to the first Philippines based follower to correctly guess how old I am. + 1

2. Follow me on Twitter @saccharine_ +1
Tweet about this giveaway +1 don't forget to mention @saccharine_ when you tweet about it. +1

3. Link this giveaway on your blog or re-blog. +1 each

4. Follow Sigma on Twitter. +1

5. Like Sigma's Fan page on Facebook. +1

Thank you! :)


xxx,
Sugar

Sigma - Sigmax High Definition Synthetic Brushes

Hi everyone! :3

I just want to share the pictures of my latest purchase. Ever since I saw Holly Ann-AeRee do a video on Sigma Sigmax brush set I knew I had to get one. I previously acquired a Sigma Nice in Pink Travel set and was pretty impressed with the brushes so I went and ordered the Sigmax HD Syntetic brushes too.

I will let the pictures do the talking --

The blue packaging is so pretty! :3

A brochure with a description of each brush.

All the brushes come with their own brush guards. :)

From L-R F84 Slanted Top Kabuki, 

F82 Round Top Kabuki and F80 Flat Top Kabuki.

 Pretty brushes must camwhore. xD

Here are the brushes with their descriptions taken from the Sigma's site

F80 Flat Top Kabuki

This exclusive flat top synthetic kabuki was designed to deliver a flawless makeup application. The Sigma Makeup F80 is a buffer brush that can be used to blend powder or liquid products. The short and dense bristles make it easy to buff your liquid foundation. The long handle adds comfort to your makeup application. The synthetic fibers are ideal to be used with liquid products and can be easily cleaned.

F82 Round Top Kabuki

The F82 Round Top Kabuki brush simplifies precise makeup application under the eyes and around the nose. This brush is also perfect for achieving flawless coverage using liquid and powder products. Made of Synthetic Sigmax HD filament.

F84 Slanted Top Kabuki

The F84 Angled Top Kabuki brush is the perfect brush for precise, yet blended application of products on the cheeks. It seamlessly applies cream, powder and liquid products. Made of Synthetic Sigmax HD filament.

My Initial thoughts on the brushes:

Super soft! As in velvety soft and nice to touch. All the brushes are dense and seem promising. I can't wait to try these for makeup application! I imagine that it will make my life a lot easier. 

I washed all the brushes after I took their photos and they're taking quite a while to dry. =/ During the initial washing I didn't notice any bleeding and only about a couple of hairs came off. :)

Super soft and dense. :3

Look at how fluffy my brushes look! 

More pictures! x)

A free gift! Who doesn't love a free gift? :3 I have

2 of these brushes now.

Description from their site: Blending - E25

Oval-shaped brush with gently chiseled sides. Blends and softens the look of powder or cream shadows. Ideal to apply eye shadow primer, base eye shadow colors, and blend harsh lines.

I bought the brushes from - Pinkslippers@Multiply or Pinkslippersbotique@FB

The seller , Ms. Trisha is nice and is prompt in replying to queries. For those who live in the Philippines, she will have ship out your purchases within the day or the day after payment has been settled. :) Yes, I'm impatient. I love sellers who don't make me wait. She even included the free gift in the set and included 2 free gifts during my first purchase. :3 I'm definitely buying from her again.

Have you tried Sigma brushes? If you have please share your experiences.

Let me know if you lovely ladies want me to review these brushes. :)


xxx,
Sugar