In a perfect world, I’d always have at least 45 minutes to do my makeup. Not because it always takes that long, but because I like being able to take my time and relax.
Unfortunately, the clock doesn’t always cooperate, especially with the holidays approaching fast.
That’s why ’tis the season for makeup shortcuts! 🙂 I’m always looking for makeup time-savers, and one of my new favorites is Sonia Kashuk’s Twist & Shout Kabuki Blush Brush ($13).
Remember Sonia’s Twist of Fate brush set last week? Well, her new kabuki brush models the same twisted faux silver handle, which, like its sisters, broadcasts every smudgy fingerprint (aargh!), a flaw I can easily forgive.
Why?
Baby, you’re much too fast!
Twist & Shout screams! With it I’m able to apply and blend blush in half the time it takes me with a regular blush brush. Fantastic when I don’t have minutes to spare.
Like a wand, this brush exudes magic. When I rest Twist & Shout’s wide and slightly flattened brush head against my cheek, it covers the entire apple — a large swath of cheek! It’s able to blanket almost my entire cheek with a light-to-medium layer of color in just a couple quick swipes.
Can’t get enough Sonia? Check out her spectacular (and oh-so-affordable!) holiday sets…
Works best with natural shades
I’ve tried Twist & Shout with several different blushes, and I think it works great with natural shades in peach, pink and golden bronze. I’ve been using it often it with my “Oh-Crap-I’m-Running-Late” blush colors: MAC Blushbaby, the NARS Orgasm/Laguna duo (this, after talking smack about Orgasm for years, oops!), MAC Sunbasque and Chanel Fresque.
A few strokes with this magic weapon and my cheeks look flushed and healthy, yay! Oh, and have I mentioned the price? Not bad for $13. Makeup and Beauty Blog Rating: A
You might like Sonia’s Twist and Shout Kabuki Brush if…
- You don’t always have lots of time in the mornings to apply and blend
- You like to wear natural peaches, pinks and bronzes on the apples of your cheeks
- You like the look of super flushed cheeks
Migraines = misery
Heya, gals… I’m nursing a fierce migraine today — you know, the kind that feels like your brain is pulsating in your skull? I’ve had this one since last night, and I’m fairly worn out.
How’s your day been? Everything mellow, I hope?. 🙂
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Karen
Christina says
November 18th, 2009 at 1:10 pmAww, feel better, Karen!
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Karen says
November 18th, 2009 at 1:43 pmHi Christina,
Thanks homie. 🙂 How’s your Wednesday going?
Kajal Couture says
November 18th, 2009 at 1:11 pmAw, I hope you feel better soon! I used to get migraines a few years ago and they magically disappeared. Get lots of rest and take it easy today.
As far as the brush, I am intrigued by its magic to be able to apply blush in less time. Now I DEF need to go to Target!
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Karen says
November 18th, 2009 at 1:42 pmHi Kajal Couture,
It’s really great for those rushed mornings.
Oh, I hope my migraines magically disappear! That would be heavenly.
Kelly says
November 18th, 2009 at 1:19 pmSorry about the migraine, I get ’em all the time and feel your pain 🙁 Snuggle with Tabs, it helps!
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Karen says
November 18th, 2009 at 1:42 pmHi Kelly,
LOL, he’ll only snuggle with me on HIS terms. He’s funny like that!
Tavia says
November 18th, 2009 at 1:49 pmI haven’t yet a kabuki brush, I desperately looked for one, but it seems that I can’t get the right one. From your description Karen, this one looks perfect for my needs. Thanks for sharing. I hope you will feel better and you migraine pass soon. I don’t know any advices, fortunately for me I don’t have these problems. Maybe 1-2 times I had a headache in rest I’m OK. Take care!
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Karen says
November 18th, 2009 at 4:06 pmHi Tavia,
Sweet! I hope you can find this brush or something like it. 🙂
Marce says
November 18th, 2009 at 2:25 pmI really need a kabuki brush! I might ask for MAC’s for Christmas, since it’s cheaper than a trip to the US and back, LOL! Oh and answering your question back a few posts, we don’t get Tarte here either…just most department store brands and “global” drugstore brands (Rimmel, L’Oreal, Revlon, Maybelline, etc)
Hope you get better! Headaches suck…
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Karen says
November 18th, 2009 at 4:06 pmHi Marce,
Aww, that’s too bad. They have some nice things that you’d probably like. Well, hopefully you’ll be able to come here sometime soon and go crazy at Sephora. 🙂
Tiffany says
November 18th, 2009 at 2:33 pmHope you feel better soon, Karen! This brush sounds great; I’m gonna try to find it at target soon!
Karen says
November 18th, 2009 at 4:05 pmHi Tiffany,
How are you? I hope you’re having a good week!
shontay says
November 18th, 2009 at 2:52 pmHey Karen! I hope you feel better. I def feel your pain because I have frequent headaches and I actually woke up with one this morning. I usually get mine from lack of sleep. There’s really nothing I can do about it until I actually get some sleep. Tylenol did help a bit, though. Those rapid release gel capsules. They are heaven sent. 🙂
Karen says
November 18th, 2009 at 4:05 pmHi Shontay,
Glad to hear you are feeling better.
I’ll put those rapid release caps on my grocery list. 🙂
Aleksis says
November 18th, 2009 at 2:57 pmThis is super cute!!…. and Karen my favorite elixir for getting rid of a migraine is Alka Seltzer extra strength + Orange soda of any sort. Everyone thinks it sounds so strange and then they try it and they think omg!
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Karen says
November 18th, 2009 at 4:04 pmHi Aleksis,
That’s an interesting remedy! I am getting to the point of desperation… I may try it!
Khalia Bentson says
November 18th, 2009 at 4:07 pmMigraines are the worst. If I can get it just dull enough to lay down and fall asleep that is always the best cure for me. Nothing really makes it go away until I sleep.
Now about that brush… I LOVE when you can find affordable products that actually WORK. I could definitely use a fuller brush these days so I might just have to try this one out!! Thanks for the review!
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amy says
November 18th, 2009 at 4:13 pmI love makeup shortcuts! I find that with regular makeup blush brushes such as MAC 129, I tend to pick up either too much colour or too little. I would love to try this one out for a super flushed cheek look.
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Glosslizard says
November 18th, 2009 at 4:42 pmSo sorry to hear about your migraine, I hope you feel better super-soon!
Ooooh, I’m always up for a good blush brush! My faves are the angled type that let me effortlessly sculpt & define the ol’ cheekbones!
Tiffany says
November 18th, 2009 at 4:46 pmGirl, this week is killing me! I know I’m way too busy with work and school when I fall behind on reading your blog, lol! The end of the semester always stresses me out and I have about 2 more weeks 🙁
Are you feeling any better? Hopefully you are resting!
Kate & Zena says
November 18th, 2009 at 4:59 pmAh, the migraine. I know thee well. The worst ones are when they hurt so bad it doesn’t feel like your in pain until you move your head or blink and everything makes your head hurt, even the dark. Those normally include upset tummy too. I hope Tibby Tabs is keeping you company.
I’m currently finishing up my gender & sexuality essay. It’s raining too. Ich.
Feel better soon!
Ellie says
November 18th, 2009 at 5:12 pmAww, I hope you feel better soon! I hate when you wake up with a headache- the day just drags with a bad night’s rest.
Cute brush- It looks like a lot of fun to play with!
evo says
November 18th, 2009 at 6:27 pmsounds interesting…we seriously need a target in canada! hopefully i’ll be able to find the brush when i head to seattle over the weekend
Marisol says
November 18th, 2009 at 6:29 pmHope you feel better. My day started out badly and got worse. But, now I am nursing some mango juice w/ Patron & relaxing by browsing some of my favorite sites.
Are you going to brave the movie theater for the New Moon midnight show?
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Catherine says
November 18th, 2009 at 6:39 pmSounds like I need this brush LOL! Though I do love my EcoTools f/s blush brush it always seems that I’m blending and layering and blending and layering forever in the mornings to get my blush just right!
Awwww, hope you feel better soon!! I also suffer from migraine and I can definitely empathize. =/ *hugs*
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Blovet Beauty says
November 18th, 2009 at 8:23 pmwow.. looks like a beautiful brush!
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