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Our Pro Brush Collection
One beauty category that we're very well known for is make-up brushes. We're incredibly proud to be Australia's No.1 Brush Brand.* Our Pro Brush Collection. Image courtesy of @sarah.and.co__ Our Pro Brush Collection is a collection of ergonomically designed, cruelty-free premium make-up brushes made of ultra-soft high-quality synthetic fibres. The collection is perfect for novices to experts, and features different brushes perfect for creating an array of gorgeous looks. We recently collaborated with a group of professional make-up artists and influencers who shared a few of their favourite looks and tips about the Nude by Nature brushes that they used to create them. Make-up artist Emma Chen finished this stunning look above with the 15 Blending Brush. Emma mentioned that she loves that our brushes are "super soft and the perfect size and shape." The 15 Blending Brush is designed for powder eyeshadow and features a flat, oval shape which blends eyeshadow colours together and softens any harsh lines for a professional, seamless finish. If you're after a make-up brush that is perfect for your handbag or to take travelling with you, then our 10 Retractable Travel Brush is the ideal solution! It's suitable for all powder formulas, delivering a beautiful airbrushed finish. The bonus for you is the retractable feature that keeps bristles clean in your make-up bag. Maria Thattil made sure to pack it in her travel bag, just before she jetted off to Italy! When it comes to sharing a winning beauty application tip, we're loving the below luminous all over look created by make-up artist Penny Antuar who used the 13 Ultimate Perfecting Brush to apply our Touch of Glow Highlight Stick sharing that this make-up brush, "enables you to apply an amazing amount of product to a large area and allows for a seamless and smooth application." Maria Thattil also used the 13 Ultimate Perfecting Brush to contour her cheekbones. This brush has been designed for liquid and powder formulas. Maria told us, "One of my favourite makeup techniques is contouring and I truly believe it can be quick and natural with the right tools. I used the Ultimate Perfecting Brush because it has densely packed fibres that allow a smooth, airbrushed application - and the brush shape nails pigment placement under the hollows of your cheeks for a perfect sculpt." Max May told us recently that he loves blush, saying "I feel like blush is the unsung hero of make-up. People talk about dark circles, and they want to cover it with layers of foundation, concealer and powders. They talk about that they don’t have a tan so they want to pack on lots of bronzers and liquid luminisers, or they talk about anti-ageing and putting on luminiser. Blush does all of that." Our 06 Angled Blush Brush is designed for applying powder blush like our Virgin Blush, or also the Sunkissed Pressed Bronzer, as it glides naturally over the cheekbones for expert application of cheek contour. Make-up artist Emma Chen did just that in the below, creating a gorgeous healthy glow and touch of colour to the cheekbones. Make-up artist Penny Antuar used the 04 Contour Brush to create the below sun kissed glow, and mentioned, "adding definition to the cheeks using Nude by Nature Contour Brush + Pressed Matte Mineral Bronzer on the beautiful Mary Stickley. Loving these cruelty free brushes!" The Contour Brush is the perfect brush for contouring and defining the face with blush or bronze powders. Karima McKimmie is also a fan of the 04 Contour Brush. She loves how soft the Nude by Nature brushes are, that they're all cruelty-free and how well they perform. We're loving her stunning make-up base! If you'd like to discover our complete Pro Brush Collection, click HERE to view all of the brushes in this cruelty-free collection. You may also like to check out our Brush Kits, such as the Essential Collection Professional Brush Set. It's a collection of 7 professional rose gold make-up brushes encased in a beautiful animal-friendly faux leather zip bag. SHOP OUR PRO BRUSH COLLECTION A selection of our Pro Brush Collection and make-up products, shared by Prudence Richardson. *Data sourced from IRI MarketEdge based on data definitions provided by Nude by Nature. Australia Pharmacy; Category: Cosmetics Brushes – Brushes, Dollars, MAT 27/01/2019.
WHICH MAKE-UP BRUSHES DO I NEED?
When builders construct a house they need to use the right tools. Similarly, when you create your favourite make-up look, it’s important to use good quality make-up brushes to ensure the exact look and flawless finish that you’re after. Deciding on which make-up brushes to use can be tricky. Let’s face it, there’s nothing worse than the confusion felt when viewing multitudes of make-up brushes in a cosmetics store, and having no single clue what you need. Ultimately, you need to find what works best for you, according to the beauty products you use and looks you prefer to create. Our Pro Brush Collection includes a comprehensive selection of premium, expert make-up brushes. Each brush in the collection has been ergonomically designed for the best control, and made of ultra-soft high-quality synthetic fibres. We are proudly cruelty-free, and therefore so are our make-up brushes. Next is deciphering what each different make-up brush is created for. We’ve prepared the below list with examples of a few of our own make-up brushes to help you out: Concealer Brush 01 Concealer Brush: Designed for: Liquid and powder formulas. Key results: The Concealer Brush is used for precision application and blending of all types of concealer formulas. Best Results with: Flawless Concealer, Liquid Mineral Concealer Liquid Foundation Brush 02 Liquid Foundation Brush: Designed for: Liquid foundation formulas Key results: This make-up brush provides smooth application and blending for all liquid foundations creating a natural, seamless look. Best Results with: Liquid Mineral Foundation Contour Brush 04 Contour Brush: Designed for: Powder bronzer Key results: The Contour Brush is what you need for contouring and defining the face with blush or bronzer powders. Best Results with: Mineral Bronzer, Highlight Palette Kabuki Brush 07 Kabuki Brush: Designed for: Powder formulas Key results: The large domed shape of this brush adds a polish to powder and bronzer applications. It’s great for creating a stunning airbrushed finish, created by buffing in a circular motion. Best Results with: Natural Mineral Cover, Pressed Mineral Cover Buffing Brush 08 Buffing Brush: Designed for: Liquid and powder formulas Key results: The versatile Buffing Brush is ideal for setting powder, liquid foundation and concealer formulas for a smooth, imperceptible finish. Best Results with: Flawless Liquid Foundation, Pressed Mattifying Mineral Veil Mineral Brush 11 Mineral Brush: Designed for: Powder formulas Key results: The short, tightly packed bristles of this make-up brush deliver the perfect amount of powder formula providing a polished flawless finish. Best Results with: Natural Mineral Cover, Pressed Mineral Cover Pointed Precision Brush 12 Pointed Precision Brush: Designed for: Liquid and powder formulas Key results: This brush is all about precise application due to the sharp point of the brush. It’s been created for smaller areas to apply liquid and powder formulas on every curve, crease and angle. Best Results with: Contour Fluid Trio BB Brush 18 BB Brush: Designed for: Liquid formulas Key results: The soft, dense bristles of the BB Brush deliver flawless blending and even coverage specifically for BB cream or liquid formulas providing a luminous finish. Best Results with: Sheer Glow BB Cream Essential Collection Brush Set If you’re completely new to make-up brushes, and are thinking about buying a couple, it’s worth checking out our Essential Collection Brush Set which includes a collection of 7 make-up brushes encased in a faux leather zip make-up bag. The make-up brushes included are: Kabuki Brush Powder Brush Concealer Brush Eye Shadow Brush Eye Blending Brush Eye Definer Brush Lip Brush The collection is designed to provide everything needed to create a flawless complexion, contouring and to add colour and definition to both eyes and cheeks. When it comes to looking after your favourite make-up brushes, we recommend cleaning them using the following step by step process: 1) Pour out a small amount of soft shampoo into a shallow bowl. 2) Soak the tip of the brush and gently swirl, being careful not to wet the base of the brush. 3) Rinse the brush under warm running water pointing downwards. Repeat steps two and three until water runs clear from the brush. 4) Use a cloth to wipe the brush clean, reshaping bristles as needed. 5) Lay the brush flat on a cloth until completely dry. In terms of frequency, it’s suggested to clean foundation and concealer brushes (that you use the most) every week. This will mean less chance of product build up and potential transfer of bacteria to your skin. Other make-up brushes you can instead clean a couple of times a month.
The Perfect Partner for your Foundation
When it comes to love, finding the perfect partner can be tricky. When it comes to beauty, finding the perfect partner is a lot easier. There are many beauty products that when used together, produce an even better finish. Take for example these every day partners; shampoo and conditioner, self-tanning foam and a mitt, or primer and foundation. In the spirit of perfect partners, we thought you may like to hear about a few great partnerships between our good for you foundations and Pro Brush Collection. Award-winning make-up deserves expert brushes. Each brush in our award-winning Pro Brush Collection is ergonomically designed for the best control and is made of ultra-soft high-quality synthetic fibers, as we are proudly cruelty-free. A couple of key benefits for using professional make-up brushes in your beauty routine include: Brushes allow for more precision and control than your finger or sponge Using a brush delivers a more even coverage and a smoother finish. Brushes make it easier to blend to create soft edges The natural oils in fingers can affect the performance of your product Natural Mineral Cover + Mineral Brush: The best selling Natural Mineral Cover is perfectly partnered with this cruelty-free make-up brush. The fragrance-free SPF 15 Natural Mineral Cover formula adapts to skin tones, evens out complexion, covers redness, and conceals enlarged pores. The short, tightly packed bristles of the Mineral Brush effortlessly deliver just the right amount of formula for a polished, flawless finish. When applying the Natural Mineral Cover with the Mineral Brush we recommend: Tap a small amount of powder into the lid. Dip the tip of the Mineral Brush into the powder Tap away the excess and then buff the powder onto skin in light, circular motions. Start at the centre of the face and work outward until your desired level of coverage is achieved. Another of our foundation products that the Mineral Brush also partners well with is the Pressed Mineral Cover which instantly illuminates the skin with a flawless coverage and contains antioxidant ingredients, including Kakadu Plum, known for its abundant Vitamin C content, and Cehami Extract, to benefit the skin. Flawless Liquid Foundation + Buffing Brush: The Flawless Liquid Foundation is a long wearing liquid foundation and provides a medium to full smooth satin matte finish. It’s suitable for all skin types and is formulated with good for you natural ingredients including Bamboo Powder and Kakadu Plum. The Buffing Brush is the perfect tool to easily blend the Flawless Liquid Foundation thanks to it’s ultra-soft, tightly packed bristles and flat surface area - making application quick and effortless. Our top tips for applying the Flawless Liquid Foundation are: It’s important to note that the Flawless Liquid Foundation is fast drying so we suggest applying a small amount of the foundation and blending quickly. Apply a small amount of the foundation (1 pump) to the back of the hand. Apply and blend foundation with the Buffing Brush, using quick circular motions to ensure even application. Coverage can be built from medium to full as required. Apply extra product to areas needing additional coverage with the Buffing Brush using a stippling (dabbing) action. Sheer Glow BB Cream + BB Brush: The BB Brush was awarded with Best Makeup Tool in the 2017 Beautyheaven Best in Beauty Awards, and is a make-up brush composed of soft, dense bristles that deliver flawless blending and even coverage. The BB Brush provides fast and effortless application of BB cream or liquid formulas. Our Sheer Glow BB Cream is an all-in-one BB cream that delivers sheer to light coverage with a luminous, natural finish and SPF 8. The lightweight, non-greasy texture is enriched with moisturising Aloe Vera and Desert Date Oil to benefit the skin and perfect the complexion. Our suggested application tips are: Place a small amount of the Sheer Glow BB Cream onto the flat side of the BB Brush. Apply product starting in the centre t-zone and blend out and downwards. Ensure even coverage with light strokes, not forgetting the nose and blending down the neck. Liquid Mineral Foundation + Liquid Foundation Brush: The Liquid Foundation Brush is the perfect tool for all liquid foundation formulas such as the Liquid Mineral Foundation. With its slightly pointed tip and tapered edges, key results provided are smooth application and blending. The Liquid Mineral Foundation is lightweight with a sheer finish that delivers light to medium coverage with a dewy radiant finish. It’s composed of active natural Australian ingredients such as Kakadu Plum and Quandong that together help fight visible signs of ageing and improve the skin’s natural radiance. We recommend applying as per the following: Load a small amount of the Liquid Mineral Foundation into the flat side of the Liquid Foundation Brush Apply foundation starting in the centre t-zone and blend out and downwards Ensure even coverage with light strokes, not forgetting the nose and blending down the neck Use the tapered tip and edges of your brush for a more precision application, for areas such as corners of the nose, mouth and eyes. Let us know if you’d like to hear about any other perfect partner combinations!
How To: Wash Your Make-Up Brushes
Not sure how to look after your brushes? Here’s a tutorial we’ve prepared to show you how in 5 easy steps: For optimal brush condition and hygiene it is recommended to clean your make-up brushes weekly. For quick cleanse or to avoid contamination the best is to spray with an alcohol based brush cleanser such as our Pro Brush Cleanser. For breakout prone skin, it’s recommended to clean before each use to prevent the spread of bacteria and further breakout. For a more thorough makeup brush clean, it’s recommended to shampoo your brushes. This method is recommended at least every few months, ideally monthly depending on use: Pour out a small amount of soft shampoo into a shallow bowl. Soak the tip of the brush and gently swirl, being careful not to wet the base of the brush. Rinse the brush under warm running water pointing downwards. Repeat steps two and three until water runs clear from the brush. Use a cloth to wipe the brush clean, reshaping bristles as needed. Lay the brush flat on a cloth until completely dry. View our brush collection here.
Blogger Review: Pro Brush Collection
Liv is a UK based Beauty Blogger with a passion for writing and photography. Liv was first introduced to Nude by Nature through a Contour & Highlight Masterclass and has since been crazy about Australia’s number one mineral make-up brand since. Keep reading to see her in-depth review of some of her favourite make-up brushes from the Pro Brush Collection. Pro Brush Collection Review The first thing that caught Liv’s attention was the rose gold packaging of the make-up products and the chrome and matte brown handles of the make-up brushes. “I have to say Nude by Nature totally nailed when it comes to their packaging. They are a joy to behold and to use and I feel super fly whenever I use them. I know it is very silly but I just feel really happy whenever I use them.” Beyond the luxe packaging, Liv was glad to be using 100% cruelty-free brushes that were “really fluffy but also offer good control”. Every Nude by Nature brush is made of ultra-soft high quality synthetic fibres suitable for both beginners and make-up experts with the additional benefits of being more durable, hygenic and hypo-allergenic. Concealer Brush The Concealer Brush is one of the most reached for brushes in Liv’s brush collection. “I use it with quite a few products and in different ways. I use it for pin point concealing and it works so well because it picks up the right amount of concealer. It also blends out nicely with as little waste as possible and I love that about it. I actually use it mainly for my eyeshadow because it has a beautiful flat shape which picks up eyeshadows or pigments so well and deposits it even better.” Liv also shared her insider tip of using the Concealer Brush to apply and blend the Touch of Glow Highlight Stick as an eyeshadow base or highlighter. The multi-purpose nature of the Concealer Brush is what makes it a front-runner in Liv’s brush collection. Pointed Precision Brush The Pointed Precision Brush has been created to get to the smaller areas when using liquid and powder formulas on the face. However, in the past Liv hasn’t had much like with similar shaped brushes and was hesitant to try the Pointed Precision Brush: “I always avoid brushes with this shape because I never find them effective for what I want. However, I was so happy to be proved wrong” Liv tested the Pointed Precision Brush with multiple make-up formulas including the Liquid Mineral Concealer and Touch of Glow Highlighter Sticks: “I prefer to use it for concealer. It is the perfect size for under my eyes and it fits in so well. The bristles do not irritate my under eye and it just blends out my concealer so well.” She used the brush in both sweeping and patting motions to blend and finished her look by using the pointed end of the brush to rid of any eyeshadow fall-out or eyeliner smudges which “worked like a dream” Ultimate Perfecting Brush Last but not least, The Ultimate Perfecting Brush was Liv’s favourite brush of the collection. “I only use this brush for one thing and that’s contouring and it’s one of the best contouring brushes I have tried. The bristles are short, fluffy and have a good deal of control which is essential to get the perfect contour angle. I believe Becca has a similar brush to this but I have not tried it yet so I can’t compare although I do think they have a similar quality.” The unique horizontal design and dense bristles of the Ultimate Perfecting Brush makes it the perfect brush for contouring and adding depth and definition to your face. The short handle also makes it easy to control it with the palm of your hand for the perfect application with even the most pigmented of powders. Which make-up brush from our Pro Brush Collection is your favourite? See Liv’s original blog post here.
