REVIEW: Crown Brush Eye Blending Brushes

Several weeks ago I happened to be at the Gold Coast a mere few streets from the Australian Crown Brush location. So you know I jumped on that opportunity.  I have hooded eyes so at least half of the shadow visible when my eyes are open is what I have blended above the crease. As such blending brushes are near and dear to my heart. So when I went to Crown Brush it was a given that I would be buying blending brushes. I got five in fact so I think that provides the perfect justification for a blending showdown, at least within the brand.

Note that for some brushes there is a discrepancy between the label on the brush and the name on my receipt.  I have included as much information as I can to help you to identify which is which.

C330 Pro Blending Crease: A fairly large brush for my small eyes with an almost pointed tip after a flare from the ferrule.  This brush blends well and gives a nice result on the eye.  It is however a little scratchy for my liking.  By no means is it painful but it is irritating and I have other brushes that perform as well and don't scratch so I prefer those.

SS012 Deluxe Crease:  A small brush which I think is perfect for application as well as blending of crease shades.  It flares gently from the ferrule with a rounded tip.  Due to its size it can be used for more precise application such as under the lower lashes or in a cut crease.  It's moderately firm though not so solid that blending isn't possible with it.  Bonus: it's super duper soft.

SS021 Deluxe Blending Fluff/Buffer: This one has a ferrule which is more pinched than any of the others meaning the brush has a wider and a narrower face.  It is soft and firm though less firm than the Deluxe Crease.  It performs nicely and I love it for a smokey eye as it can easily place colour on the lid and also into the crease.

SS027 Deluxe Blending Crease (no name on the brush): Bigger than any other, this brush flares widely and has a rounded tip.  Not ideal for application of crease shades (too large) but soft and great for blending out the already deposited colour.  Has a firmness in the bristles like that of the Deluxe Crease and SS021

BK38 Badger Blending Crease: Features longer, very loose bristles but again performs well and is soft on the skin.  This brush has more of a gradual taper and like the C330 almost becomes pointed.  Perfect for application of a light transition shade.

I haven't noticed any of the brushes shedding on my face nor when washing.

Overall I like most of these brushes, the C330 Pro Blending Crease being the exception.

So that's that.  As usual I welcome any questions or comments.  Have a good day,

Cassy