Chikuhodo Z Series vs Kazan Homare by Alicia Archer (aka Kinkysweat)

One of the most common questions we hear is whether to go for the Chikuhodo Z Series brushes, or Kazan Homare brushes. We hear you! It's a difficult choice. Both made of...

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Meet the Maker: Houkodou

Houkodou celebrated its 120th anniversary in 2020, making the company one of the oldest Fude producers in Japan. Located in Kumano, Japan’s premier region for Fude brushes, Houkodou is also...

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Holiday Gift Guide 2020

It's time to treat your loved ones (including yourself!) with beautiful brushes to make you feel good. We've put together a collection of our popular, new and special brushes just for this...

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Meet the Maker: Nakamura Seisakusho

In the countryside of southern Kumano in Hiroshima prefecture, Nakamura Seisakusho was founded in the early Showa period (1953) as a manufacturer of metal fittings. Over the next two decades,...

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Koyudo Premium Series reviewed by Alicia Archer (aka Kinkysweat)

*The post contains affiliate links to support the work of the content creator. If you're new to Koyudo, or looking to expand your Koyudo collection, the Premium Series offers a set of...

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Our best-reviewed: Powder Brushes for Finishing + Setting

Finishing and setting are two important parts of a makeup routine. Finishing helps to create an airbrushed finish, lightly sweeping powder over facial contours for a smooth, even look. Setting powder helps...

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Comparing Cheek Brushes (Above/Below $50) with Alicia Archer, aka Kinkysweat

Looking for a new cheek brush? Curious about synthetic-bristled brushes? Keen to try a brush that doesn't break the bank? In her new video, Alicia Archer (aka Kinkysweat / @kinkysweat) answers all these...

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Comparing Chikuhodo Powder Brushes with Alicia Archer, aka Kinkysweat

We've had a lot of questions about Chikuhodo's powder brushes. We've left it with Alicia Archer (aka Kinkysweat) to use her vast knowledge and passion for fude brushes to help...

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