I stumbled across a folder on my desktop earlier this week and realized I hadn’t shared it yet. So, my apologies for the lateness, but here are my favourite photos from the most recent Milan FW! Images are all via Vogue.com if I am not mistaken.
- Reviews of the D225 and D230 {here}
- Reviews of the S125, S135, and S175 {here}
- Review of the P350 {here}
- These brushes run at about the same price (or less) as MAC brushes, so while they may be a bit of an investment, the prices aren’t too bad. (Plus, they’re totally worth it if you ask me!)
- I’ve washed these numerous times already (I try to make sure to wash brushes at least 3-4 times before reviewing them), and I haven’t had a single problem with shedding — of any of the brushes. Gotta say; I’m impressed.
- Cozzette brushes are all cruelty-free, and they’re made out of the *softest* synthetic ever. I challenge you to find a softer one, seriously. And you can’t be on hallucinogenic substances when you find it.
- The line is independent. In other words, a really cool makeup artist is profiting from your purchase, not a huge multinational corporation. For some reason, that makes me really happy!
I know, I’ve kind of OD’ed on Cozzette over the last little while… but I have some serious love for these brushes, ladies. I may stop writing theNotice just so I can spend all my time with my S125.
(Kidding! Calm down. It’s going to be okay).
Anyhow, I did want to wrap this up with a bit more info about the Cozzette line (aside from the fact that all of the brushes feature gorgeous purple handles). There are some things inherent to the Divinity collection, so I didn’t bother to mention them in every single review!
Things to remember…
Okay, so I’ve mentioned that these are gorgeous. I know. But I feel like I should say it again: these. are. gorgeous. Seriously; it’s a little bit ridiculous. I absolutely adore the aesthetic of the Trend collection, and the products themselves are just… [happy sigh]
What they are: Marcelle Graphic Eye Shadow Quads in Dimensional Blue and Dimensional Mauve
with the lovely blue shimmer overspray taken off
Dimensional Blue
Each quad is made up of four triangles of colour, but I was worried that this would only have three shades — the top and bottom triangles look remarkably similar. I am pleased to report that these are indeed different shades, but unfortunately, that neither strikes me as particularly wonderful. The lower grey pulls violet and its hard texture causes it to stubbornly remain very sheer, while the upper grey pulls more towards a neutral-warm taupe, and goes on with more pigment due to a softer texture. I forgot to take comparison shots of the two swatches while the sun was up, but here is one nonetheless:
Can you believe we’ve been at https://thenotice.net for two weeks already? (Hint: I can’t).
Well, whether you can or not, it doesn’t change that our first giveaway, for a Karmin G3 flat iron, is over! Congratulations to Morgan, who will be winning a shiny new white iron :) I’ve sent you an email and you have 7 days to get back to me with your details!
A huge thank you to everyone else who entered — don’t worry, there’ll be another giveaway shortly. And who knows? Maybe it’ll be even better!
What they are: Cozzette S-line brushes, in S125, S135, and S175.
The S125 ($30)
This one’s supposed to be a blush/powder brush, and it’s definitely my favourite of all of the Cozzette brushes. It’s ridiculously soft, but the bristles are still dense and firm — not very like an Ecotools brush, to be honest. The large handle is weighted gorgeously, and the brush feels luxe and is easy to use.
Good for: applying powder, bronzer, face powder, and pigmented blushers (it’s perfect for getting just a tiny bit of product, but you do lose a bit of control as the head is quite large).
Compare it to: MAC 150, maybe? I think it’s even larger, actually!
We’ve had our winter cold snap here in Edmonton which means two things: (1) It’s really @)#*!@ cold, and (2) Christmas is coming!
So: I wanted to share a “Luxe for a Lot” post with you today, because let’s be honest: sure, you can get some pretty luxe products for not a lot of dough, but there’s nothing quite like treating yourself (or someone else) to one amazing-but-pricy gift. Or maybe two. Or three… but anyhow, my point is this: sometimes it really is worth saving up all year to pick up just one or two Holiday items.
Here are a few of our recommendations! We’ll be sharing some “Luxe for a Little” items soon, too, so don’t you fret. (Plus, I’ll put together our annual “holy crap these items cost what??!” post soon. I’m sure it’ll make these price tags seem a little less startling!)
What it is: Cozzette’s P350 brush
The P350 ($18)
Okay, this is a really weird brush. If you’ve never used one like this before… you’re in for a big surprise! The bristles are really springy and really smooth. Like, really springy. I can practically bounce this brush off my face!
There’s a pretty good demo on how to use this brush on the Cozzette site; basically, you use the side of the cylinder (not the top) to blend your product. I like that they’ve chosen slightly thicker synthetic bristles, and that the brush is fairly dense — it “eats” less product, so you have to use less.
Good for: undereye concealer, and for applying/blending concealer on red/ruddy/discoloured patches.
Compare it to: I’m not sure! It’s sort of like a smaller version of Adesign’s Pointed Foundation Brush, or Stila’s One Step Complexion brush, I guess?
What they are: Cozzette D-line brushes, in D225 and D230.
The D225 ($16)
Cozzette’s D225 is their “depositor,” made for applying pops of colour and hilights. And it’s great at both! However, I don’t reach for it often, simply because I don’t usually use this type of brush — I tend to opt for a thicker eye brush (this one’s fairly thin) so that I can use it to deposit colour and start buffing out the edges.
That said, though… this is ridiculously soft, and it’s great at its job.
Good for: depositing pops of colour, hilighting, foiling (but not buffing) shadows onto the lid.
Compare it to: Sephora #12
Okay, so I feel like L’Occitane’s makeup line is like… the cutest thing to happen since, um, ever. I mean, it’s just SO cute! Phenomenally, mindblowingly, stunningly cute!
I don’t suppose anyone has seen it in person and can tell me all about it? I feel like the launch was pretty soft — didn’t hear much about it, really, and I haven’t read any reviews since.
Rainbow eyelashes.
Rainbow eyelashes!!!
P.S. I have a few Flirt! shadows from last year’s set and totally love them. Definitely recommended!