by Sonia G

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Fav blush brushes of 2014

by Sonia G. 12 March, 2015

I am very lucky to own 1’876’765 blush brushes today -just kidding (maybe not)… – anyway, just like the powder brushes, in order to select my favs I constantly go…
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Fav powder brushes of 2014

by Sonia G. 8 March, 2015

It took me some time to select the most loved face brushes in my collection because I love a brush beyond its functionality, I see those who made it and…
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Fav foundation brushes of 2014

by Sonia G. 4 February, 2015

My subconscious mind gathered so many brushes in the past year(s) that my brain crashes every time I have to select my favs, whatever the strategy, I freeze. I am…
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Highlights of 2014

by Sonia G. 3 January, 2015

Yet another year is gone, enriched with so many new encounters and friendships, with still the same passion about Japan and, of course, their magnificent brushes. It feels like I…
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Brush Awards of 2012

by Sonia G. 2 January, 2013

I thought it could be a fun idea to start the year with some pictures of the most exceptional brushes I have come across during 2012. I have tried to…

Sep 21

The Kumano Fude Matsuri is not going to happen as

The Kumano Fude Matsuri is not going to happen as usual this year, however, I am happy to share that for the first time they will have an online version of it, with several demonstrations of artisans and live events. It will start on the 22nd until the 27th of September. 🎉⛩️

This year, it's going to be in Japanese only and you can shop (provided that you have a Japanese address), but actually they would love to do more next year...

If this is a successful online event, they are looking forward to expanding the portal so they will be able to ship to anywhere in the world! Hopefully next year we will have both the Kumano town Fude Matsuri as well as the online option! 🙏

I will share more info about the upcoming events but I wanted to let you know that I actually made a video about it, my first ever... on YouTube!! (linked on my Insta bio). 🙈

I am so nervous, on top of that my English is very far from perfect....YouTube is not my thing... I hope that you still find it useful and interesting and that you like it! 🙏🙏🙏

And by the way, if you would like me to do more videos in the future, please do let me know, I will do my very best to bring some more content in there. My hubby did enjoy working on this so huge thanks to him for his precious help!!

Thank you for your incredible support as always, I keep repeating myself but your love is what made this possible! ♥️

The biggest warmest virtual hugs to all of you!!!!!

If you want to stay tuned into their activities please follow @fudematsuri 🤗 thank you!!!! 🙇🙇🙇

#fudematsuri

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Sep 13

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I believe that some of you liked the porcelain coa

I believe that some of you liked the porcelain coasters under the Qusavi brushes? 😅 so here is a close up, they are Kutani Ware Kissho Square plates and they actually match nicely the porcelain colors of the kabukis 🤗🌸🌊

If you are in Tokyo and happen to be near the Kabukiza theatre, go under the theatre and there is a gallery with little shops, the artisans are working there and selling the pieces they make. Some items are souvenirs they simply bring there but in some boots you can actually watch them work, I love to go there every time I visit Japan! I see the same artisans each time and I find the coasters always at the same booth 🤗 it can be busy so better go in less crowded times.

This is where I bought these coasters but I think you can also find them online if you Google it.

I go to Japan with one luggage full of chocolates, I come back with my luggage full of porcelain, towels, kitchen tools, organizers, brushes, drugstore and skincare items, cakes, okonomiyaki ingredients... Packing is like a game, I used to hate it but I learned to enjoy it and I have now a well deserved PhD in packing 😂😂😂 🧳🏅

#japanesecrafts
#kutaniware
#kutani
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Sep 13

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In kabukiland ✨ . . . . . #hakuhodo #koyudo #

In kabukiland ✨

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#hakuhodo
#koyudo
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Sep 11

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I just wanted to let you know that I posted some p

I just wanted to let you know that I posted some pics and more info about the newest Smooth Buffer, it's now on my blog Sweetmakeuptemptations.

It will join the Sky collection but will be available individually as soon as it launches next Tuesday 15th September, its price is 70 usd.
The bristles are saikoho, the ferrule is 17.4 mm, the hair length is 26mm.
The diameter at the surface differs by approx 1cm versus the Face One, if you have the Face One already, it depends on how yours splays out 😊

It was created to replicate the same functionality as Face One, with similar density and flexibility, but in addition, easier to carry, with a size more appropriate for smaller areas and a diameter that better fits in smaller pans...

While we patiently wait that Face One makes it back in stock, I don't know when yet, I sincerely hope that you will be interested and will love this Smooth Buffer! 💙💙💙🖌️ Thank you!!! 🙏🙏🙏

With love ♥️♥️♥️

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#soniagsmoothbuffer
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Sep 11

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11 years ago I travelled to New York for the first

11 years ago I travelled to New York for the first time, I sat on the stairs in front of Ground Zero just to think and mourn. I was the only one there so the security guard came to see what I was doing, he was really nice and then we talked about 9/11 for a while, we even cried together. For sure, we will never forget.

I told the security guard how sad and how horrible it must have been for the firemen then he said: "why don't you go and talk to them? They will appreciate your visit... "

So, as I was walking besides their location next to Ground Zero, I saw they were working on their trucks, I waved and said hello, they waved back and told me to come and chat, that was so nice and they were so friendly! I talked to them for a while as they were on stand by, they showed me pictures and names of their colleagues, some of them had worked on 9/11, it was very emotional and their eyes were full of tears. They told me it still felt like yesterday although that happened years before. I asked them if they were scared now and replied that they were so happy to be alive, it made them appreciate each day and each moment with their loved ones to the highest extent.

I am grateful for everyday I spend with my family and friends and with you here ♥️🥰
Stay safe and enjoy life to the fullest!

Have a wonderful peaceful weekend!!

#enjoylife
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Sep 10

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It probably looks familiar... That's because this

It probably looks familiar... That's because this is Face One's baby... ✨😊
Face One is not ready to be restocked yet and it will still take some time...but, in the meantime, I thought we could maybe welcome a baby version of it, paired with the Sky handle 🎉💙🖌️

I am so excited to add this little workhorse buffer to the Sky series!

I will share pics and more info over the weekend so you will have all the details before it launches!

As always, I am forever and immensely thankful for your support and your interest in Face One which exceeded my wildest dreams!! Hopefully we will also see this brush back in stock in the future, we have to give it more time unfortunately.

Beautylish have posted a link on their website where you can enter your email and get the notification when the Smooth Buffer becomes available!!

Love you all!💙💙💙💙💙💙

Speak soon!!

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Sep 9

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I am enjoying playing with blushes a lot lately,

I am enjoying playing with blushes a lot lately, especially with my fav neutral shades 🤗

I have many Surratt, not the entire range yet but not far from it so I'll swatch the ones currently in my collection -swipe to view the sunny swatches ✨😊

Some look new because they have been repurchased, Grisaille, Aureole have been hitting pan repeatedly, they are amazing for my daily little routine.

The first must have is Grisaille - if that shade works for you, but they are all gorgeous and with different finishes, so effortless to apply and blend.

The ones I use the most are La Vie en Rose, La Rosee du Soir, Chérubique and Parfait. I guess I truly do love my soft neutrals!!! ✨

#surrattbeauty
#troysurratt
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Sep 3

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I cannot believe I got this palette from Mel... I

I cannot believe I got this palette from Mel... I am so grateful!!! Thank you so much Mel for sending it to me, it's very special for so many reasons 🙏 I had set my alarm to not miss your launch !!!⚡😂

I use Sydney Grace shadows a lot, I sometimes do my brush swatches on the blog using the Sydney Grace shadows because the quality is fantastic and the price tag is really fair.

I had only neutral shades so far, within my comfort zone, so this palette will be quite challenging to wear for me 🙈 the metallics are opaque and all shades very pigmented so if you are looking for statement shades with great color pay off, this Tiny Marvels is going to deliver and be super fun. It makes me smile everytime I use it!

This SD Tiny Marvels by Mel Thompson palette is sold out but you can actually back order it on Sydney Grace's website 💚💛💚💛

Thank you @mel.thomp 🙏 I hope you are feeling better ♥️♥️♥️ I am thinking of you ❤️✨

@sydneygraceco
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Aug 26

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I know these are crappy pics but I had to quickly

I know these are crappy pics but I had to quickly take a picture before I left home, I received it yesterday, washed it and have been admiring it with such excitement!
It's a kabuki brush inspired by the Hachiko story, the base is porcelain and the bristles are saikoho goat.
I have other porcelain kabukis but none is as soft and as special to me...

This is just to tell you to not miss this launch, I understand it is launching today, it's truly special so whether it's for you, for your mum, your friend, your partner, just go for it. For many reasons, first is that it is gorgeous but it also comes with a great price and you may know that Fude will get more and more expensive so this is really an opportunity to get something so amazing!!
In terms of how solid the porcelain is, well I dropped it on the wooden floor and it did not break 🙈 😱this is not only to be admired but to be used, if you can avoid it, don't drop it though 😂

It was a gift to me by Beautylish, just want to say it, but I would have purchased it and the reason I won't get duplicates is because I don't want to buy all their stock...

I am familiar with this type of brushes so if you need any info before getting it, let me know 👍❤️

https://www.beautylish.com/s/beautylish-presents-the-hachiko-kabuki-brush

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