I remember being around sixteen when Nude by Nature launched and made their way into all of my favourite stores. Unfortunately I was a bit of brand snob back then I remember not thinking overly highly of the brand back in its heyday, comparing it to Designed Brand Cosmetics. Oops!
Skip ahead to 2016, and I'm a little less judgemental these days and a lot obsessed with anything rose gold. I found myself in Priceline recently, as I hadn't visited in a while and wanted to check out what was new in-store. Out of the corner of my eye I saw a set of Nude by Natures Ultimate Professionals Brush Set, which instantly caught my eye with their shine and rose gold detailing. I'm a complete sucker for anything that shines, and sparkles.
Priceline had some of the brushes in the kit out on display, which allowed me to get an idea of the length of the brushes, the size of the brush heads, and of course to touch them to get an idea of their density and feel. I was immediately blown away by how lush these brushes felt on my hand and fingertips, and their medium density. Somehow I found myself at the checkout with the Limited Edition Ultimate Professional Brush set and became a Nude by Nature convert.
This set contains ten beautiful pieces, including nine brushes and a beautiful travel case which holds each individual brush in place. Guess I won't be needing to purchase that Smithfolio for a while.
Each of the brushes had that beautiful rose gold collar v. black handle, with Nude by Nature printed on each brush handle. The kit contains the following:
- a powder brush: to apply any pressed or loose powder.
- a blush brush: to contour and define your cheekbones.
- a liquid foundation brush: to apply and blend liquid.
- a concealer brush: to cover dark circles, blemishes or imperfections.
- an eye defining/eyeliner brush: to apply eye shadow lose to the lashes or to blend eyeliner.
- an eye shader/shadow brush: to apply and blend base eye shadow.
- an eye blending brush: to smudge eye shadow in the crease of your eyelid.
- a brow brush: to maintain well groomed brows.
- and a lip brush: to apply lipstick, gloss or balm.
From L - R: Powder Brush, Blush Brush, Liquid Foundation Brush, Concealer Brush, Eye Defining / Eyeliner Brush, Eye Shader / Shadow Brush, Eye Blending Brush, Brow Brush, & Lip Brush.
'Ergonomically designed for precision, control and ease of use, each brush has been expertly developed and shaped - soft edges and fine tapered tips deliver a smooth application and easy blending for a flawless finish'.
Packaging
The Ultimate Professional Set comes in beautiful, minimalist packaging. Nude by Nature's marketing team have outdone themselves with this. It's honestly a thing of beauty.
The card board packaging is minimalist white, with images of all nine brushes on the front. I found that my focus was immediately pulled towards the images of the brushes and the brand name, which is uniquely off to the side but still very noticeable. I am honestly so in love with this packaging.
Inside the cardboard packaging was the faux leather case, with each of the brushes packed away within the faux case. Each brush head had been individually wrapped in plastic. Although the chances of dust and germs getting inside the packaging was slim to none, I still gave my brushes a deep clean when I got home. I was disappointed to see that the water did not run clear initially, with the water turning brown from what I can assume to be dye used to colour the brush fibres.
If you have bought any Nude by Nature brushes then I highly recommend giving your brushes a deep clean prior to use.
'A collection of nine professional grade make-up brushes encased in a beautiful animal-friendly faux leather lip bag'.
User Friendly
I found the brushes in this set to feel lightweight in my hand and the bristles felt super smooth when used on my skin. These brushes have a good density and allow for even distribution of product.
Accolades
Nude by Nature pride all of their brushes on being cruelty free, using high-quality synthetic fibres as an alternative.
Affordability & Retailers
This product is Limited Edition and is no longer being sold directly though Nude by Nature. Thankfully, Priceline are still have a limited number of these kits in stock, retailing for $59.95 AUD. You can purchase yours here.
Final Verdict
These brushes are absolutely beautiful to look at and use. This limited edition set is such good value and is one purchase that I have absolutely no regrets over.
I firmly believe that each girl should have a good set of brushes to be able to do her make-up with, and this is a set that I highly recommend. Nude by Nature, your brushes have won my heart.
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- B xo
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