EcoTools Retractable Face Makeup Brush, Kabuki Brush for Foundation, Blush, Bronzer, & Powder, Travel Friendly & Perfect for On The Go, Eco Friendly, Synthetic & Cruelty Free Bristles, 1 Count

The basic things everyone wants out of their makeup brushes are softness, easy care, bristles that don't shed, and effectiveness at putting on the makeup they are intended to be used with. This brush, and every other Ecotools brush I have tried, fit every criteria. The Ecotools line also has the bonus feature of using kind-to-the-earth materials--synthetic bristles (no animal products!) and recycled aluminum. (Their other brushes have bamboo handles, which I approve of as well.)Softness: Other brushes I tried poked my skin and were uncomfortable. The Ecotools brushes are soft and don't bother my sensitive skin one bit.Easy care: I use Dr. Bronner's liquid castile soap to clean the brushes, then stand them upright to dry in a ceramic toothbrush holder I have repurposed for my brushes. They are just as good as new after washing.Shedding: I have never seen a single bristle shed, though another brand shed horrendously the first time I washed them--what a waste!Effectiveness: Fit the tool to the job and you will do fine. Many of the Ecotools brushes are perfect in both shape and size for mineral makeup. The kabuki brush is perfect for on-the-go application of anything from mineral concealer to mineral foundation to mineral blush. It also works great with compact-style makeup.I particularly like this retractable kabuki brush because it has a cap that completely covers and protects the bristles. Some of the smaller brushes I used to carry in my purse, even though I had them wrapped in a cloth case, got battered pretty quickly. The kabuki brush is proof against any of that. I've had it for many months at this point, carrying it in my purse everywhere, and it is just a nice as the day I purchased it. I highly recommend it--and at a fraction of the price that you might pay for brushes of lesser quality, it is as easy on your pocketbook as on your skin.

This brush has very soft bristles which apply my powder foundation evenly and seamlessly. It picks up enough powder but not an excessive amount. The first time I used it, I was amazed at how much smoother my face looked using this brush as opposed to how it looked with my old powder brush from a different company.The fact that it retracts and has a cover so you can take it along with you is very helpful too. Highly recomment.

I previously had another makeup brush from EcoTools that I'd had for quite a while and when it was time to replace it, I couldn't find the same the same model of the brush anywhere I looked! I decided instead to try this version of the brush, as my previous experience with this brand was certainly positive, however I did have my reservations, especially with it being a retractable version, I was concerned that despite the convenience of the retractable feature that it would have a negative effect on the usability of the brush. After using this brush for some time now, I have to say that I love this brush and am very happy with the experience thus far. The bristles are just the right amount of soft and firm and it is a really good size and there are definitely no negative effects from the retractable function, just convenience. I highly recommend this brush and now prefer the retractable version over the non retractable version, it is great to take with you and doesn't leave a mess behind in your makeup bag / purse! The overall quality of this brush feels very similar to much more expensive brushes, the makeup goes on evenly and smoothly and never seems to bind into clumps, which with certain cheap brushes can be a problem. I would definitely buy this product again in the future and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great, convenient and good quality makeup brush.

I bought this brush a few years back and loved it. So I decided to buy again. The brush is not as dense as it used to be and the quality isn't as great. Still a good makeup brush that's perfect for taking with you. So I do recommend it, just a little disappointed that the quality has changed. Overall a good brush for a reasonable price.In the photo - the brush on the right is the new one in the photo - definitely looks better because it's new. You can kind of see that the bristles are more spread out which makes it lighter and looser when applying powder. Guess it really depends on your preference for applying powder.

Works well, and feels soft.

I love my retractable brush. I like how it keeps the bristles from getting frayed. Puts my makeup on nicely and evenly.

This looked and sounded great. It seems to be well made, except...I couldn't get the cover to go back on. When the brush is retracted all the way, a bit still sticks up and the cover wouldn't go on over it. Great idea, but I returned it.

I bought one of these brushes for a cream blush and now I am going to get more for 2 different mineral powders (an SPF and another one for an every day powder).I originally got it because I didn’t want to spend a lot of money on an expensive brush that I don’t use unless I’m going out.However… Not only is it fabulous for transporting because it reacts inside its case with a very secure cap, But it’s fabulous the quality of the bristles. The manufacturing of these bristles makes it not too tight, but not too loose. It is very comfortable for an all over, pressed powder, or for a more concentrated cream blush. It does not shed, and it does not feel irritating on my highly sensitive face.I have some very expensive brushes, and I am absolutely buying two more of these to replace the more expensive ones.I also want to add that this brush is very very easy to clean as the bristles are just long enough where I can clean and dry them and the water does not go into the retractable end.A great product.