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bareMinerals Precision Face Retractable Brush

What it is: A professional-grade synthetic-hair face brush designed to perfectly apply bareMinerals foundations.What it does: Ideal for tossing into your purse for on-the-go application, this travel-ready brush blends effortlessly for smooth, even foundation application. The specially designed brush head is angled to fit the contours of your face. Silky synthetic bristles glide over the complexion, seamlessly building coverage from sheer to full with ease.What it is formulated WITHOUT:- Parabens- Sulfates- Synthetic Fragrances- Synthetic Dyes- Petrochemicals- Phthalates- GMOs- TriclosanWhat else you need to know: The more you buff, the more coverage you get. This brush pairs perfectly with bareMinerals READY™ Foundation.
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Review 1 for Precision Face Retractable Brush
tinabluebonnet
Location:Dallas,TX
Age:over 54
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
The brush is perfect the lid is NOT
-05.12.13
Quick Take: synthetic hair
I love the brush. The lid stays on the brush but it doesn't stay down like its suppose to. I have another one of the bareMinerals travel brushes but the brush is rounded. I have no problem with it. Thats why I chose to buy another one of this brand and not the sephora brand. I have a kabookie that I love but didnt want spend that much and its too big for my purse.But sephora has the same problem with its brush lids. The lil nipple needs to be bigger to keep the lid in place,it would be a really easy fix,if they just paid attention to it. Manufacturer defect I guess. Maybe by writing this they will get the hint.
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Review 2 for Precision Face Retractable Brush
tinabluebonnet
Location:Dallas,TX
Age:over 54
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Ok
-05.12.13
Quick Take: i don't know
I like the brush a lot, I bought it to carry in my purse,that's why I bought one with a cover. Well the cover doesn't stay snapped down. Just like the Sephora brushes. I have another one from BareMinerals that does stay closed so I gambled and ordered another from them .... Well it doesn't stay in place but other than that the brush is great... I love the slant ....
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 3 for Precision Face Retractable Brush
mjones0618
Location:New York, NY
Age:25-34
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Love this for Travel
-04.26.13
I have been using this brush for a few weeks now and I really love it. It holds a lot of product, which makes it easy to get good coverage, but it blends very well so you don't have to worry about your makeup getting cakey or too heavy. The bristles are soft, and it's the perfect size for everyday or for travel. As many others have noted, the retractable part of the brush is a bit flimsy, but I don't expect it to break. I really enjoy this product.
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Review 4 for Precision Face Retractable Brush
pattypalumbo
Location:Boston, MA
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Great brush! Super soft, great size!
-03.15.13
Quick Take: soft
It's very little so it fits great in a small cosmetic bag, but it is also big enough to be a blush brush! GREAT BRUSH!
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 5 for Precision Face Retractable Brush
cshutch
Location:Meridian, ID
Age:45-54
3 out of 5
3 out of 5
A little flimsy handle
-02.10.13
Love the brush, but the handle is a little weak.
Have to be careful when using the brush as it holds alot of foundation powder. It is very good at evening out makeup.
+1point
2out of 3found this review helpful.
Review 6 for Precision Face Retractable Brush
tacogrrl
Location:San Francisco, CA
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Perfect travel brush
-01.20.13
Quick Take: soft bristles, angled bristles
This mini retractable brush is great for traveling lightweight. It's perfect for luggage or a small purse.
+2points
2out of 2found this review helpful.
Review 7 for Precision Face Retractable Brush
ichabodsupercat
3 out of 5
3 out of 5
Works but not for me
-01.06.13
I bought this by accident thinking it was the retractable powder. I had just purchased the loose powder formula. It CAN be used for it but after returning it and getting a kabuki i realize that the kabuki is so much better for loose. I bet it is great for the ready foundation though
+2points
2out of 2found this review helpful.
Review 8 for Precision Face Retractable Brush
pinkypenguin
Location:San Francisco, CA
Age:25-34
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Great travel brush
-12.12.12
Quick Take: convenient
I have both the retractable and the full size precision face brush and they're both good. The retractable one is less full and fluffy, but it still does the job. Plus its a lot more convenient to carry around if you travel or need to store your brushes in a tight space. I keep this one in my purse for touch-ups and leave the full sized one at home.
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 9 for Precision Face Retractable Brush
INB1
Location:Philadelphia, PA
Age:35-44
2 out of 5
2 out of 5
Eh. Nothing special.
-12.05.12
Quick Take: synthetic hair
While I like how it stores for travel and to keep the bristles protected, I find this brush to be too soft - it doesn't pick up enough powder. Definitely not worth the money.
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Review 10 for Precision Face Retractable Brush
Moni29
Location:Chicago, IL
Age:25-34
2 out of 5
2 out of 5
Disappointed
-11.27.12
Quick Take: soft bristles
I brought the brush because it's small and portable...However, I was very disappointed because its rather flimsy and cheap. The bristles are already bent, and the handle is moving around as if its going to break (I've only had it for 3 weeks).
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Review 11 for Precision Face Retractable Brush
Cissyrene
Location:Seattle, WA
Age:25-34
3 out of 5
3 out of 5
It's ok
-10.25.12
Quick Take: synthetic hair, it's very soft
This brush was recommended when I purchased the new pressed powder Bare Minerals foundation. It works ok. It's very compact and easily used. The only problem is that it took a long time to get the makeup on my skin. I switched back to a small bookie brush that worked much quicker.
-1point
1out of 3found this review helpful.
Review 12 for Precision Face Retractable Brush
ItGirl
Location:New York, NY
Age:35-44
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
good for the compact
-10.24.12
Quick Take: soft bristles
I use this when I use the compact makeup. It presses nicely. It blends pretty well but not *quite* as good as the regular buffing brush.
+1point
2out of 3found this review helpful.
Review 13 for Precision Face Retractable Brush
yummmy
Location:San Diego, CA
Age:18-24
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
LOVE!
-10.09.12
Quick Take: synthetic hair, soft bristles, travel-friendly
I love this brush! Although I do understand that it doesn't "feel" right like one of the reviewers mentions (compared to the full size brush) it does it's job. It's suppppppper soft and travel friendly. Highly recommend if you just want something to small to travel with and yet gives greatcoverage.
+2points
2out of 2found this review helpful.
Review 14 for Precision Face Retractable Brush
pmega
Location:York, PA
Age:18-24
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
-09.16.12
I got this brush to use with the new foundation compact, and it's horrible. It creates streaks on your face.
-1point
1out of 3found this review helpful.
Review 15 for Precision Face Retractable Brush
Theresa2Go
Location:Los Angeles, CA
Age:45-54
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
New Favorite Brush
-09.15.12
I bought this brush because the full size brush was sold out. I had planned to use this and then replace it with a full sized one. This brush is so soft and applies the make-up flawlessly, I won't be replacing it.
+3points
3out of 3found this review helpful.
Review 16 for Precision Face Retractable Brush
ladiediver
Location:El Paso, TX
Age:over 54
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
Worse brush ever!
-09.07.12
Quick Take: soft bristles
I added this to my collection of BE brushes and must say it's the first one I just do not like. It doesn't "feel" right in my hand and is nowhere near as nice as other BE retractable brushes. I ordered online and took it right back and bought the same brush with the regular handle. That one feels like it's more dense and plusher than this one--and much nicer quality.
-1point
0out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 17 for Precision Face Retractable Brush
bhobho
Location:Minneapolis, MN
Age:18-24
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Good brush for on the go!
-08.30.12
Quick Take: soft bristles
Not as great as the full sized brush, but it's definitely worth having in your purse! It's still soft and dense, with a nice cap so it doesn't get dirty on-the-go :)
+5points
5out of 5found this review helpful.