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Achieve a naturally flawless finish with the 196 Slanted Flat Top Foundation Brush by M·A·C. This ultrasmooth, round brush features short bristles and a flat, slanted top that reaches each and every contour of the face. It's made of soft synthetic fibers, which give it a luxurious, silky yet supple feel. Its shortened, dense bristles allow for the highly controlled, quick and even application of a range of formulas, including liquid, cream, gel and powder. The result is a smooth, buffed-out finish.
- By M·A·C.
- Item #5023822
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Most helpful positive review
July 31, 2021
Love It!
I love M. A. C. brushes. I waited quite a while for this to be available and was told that it may have been discontinued. I’m so glad I found it! It is transformative for putting on foundation!
monkeybutt
TOP 500 REVIEWER
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Most helpful critical review
June 10, 2023
Waste of money
I was shocked at the bad quality of this product I was expecting it to be soft it's really rough on my skin and for the price I paid I could have got a whole set from other brands! I am really disappointed ☹️ I did expect better quality the brush just sucks in all the product which is a waste
Sai
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maccosmetics.com response
Thank you for your feedback, Sai, we always want you to love your MAC Cosmetics products and are very concerned to hear that you had issues with the #196s brush. Your comments are important, and if you have purchased an item from the MAC website that you are not delighted with we offer an easy returns process, so don't hesitate to get in touch with our Customer Care team on freephone 0808 281 0230 to discuss your exchange or return options.
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AnnaNJ
Nov 6, 2015
Nice application... But...
I like tgat brush its soft and applies foindation very well!
However, its impossible to wash it.
I've used few of brush cleaners. But still can see foundation in the brush after washing it. :(
9found this helpful
monkeybutt
TOP 500 REVIEWER
July 31, 2021
Love It!
I love M. A. C. brushes. I waited quite a while for this to be available and was told that it may have been discontinued. I’m so glad I found it! It is transformative for putting on foundation!
5found this helpful
kward7
Oct 4, 2015
too short
I think this brush is too short and absorbs wayyy too much foundation , I wouldn't recommend this to anyone unless they have lots of money for foundation
4found this helpful
Susu30
Verified purchase
Size purchased: One Size
Color: NO COLOR
Feb 18, 2023
THE VERY BEST
This foundation brush is incredible. I've tried tons of them from super high end brands like La Mer , Suqqu, Lisa Eldridge , and nothing puts on my foundation regardless of type better than this. It's amazing. You won't regret it.
2found this helpful
mtrow
Aug 11, 2020
Awesome Brush
I've tried many foundation brushes and this is by the far the best. It leaves my foundation looking flawless throughout the day.
2found this helpful
noirelan
Aug 16, 2019
Incentivized review
Best Foundation Brush EVER!!!!
I never wanted to use a brush because I thought that I would waste product, but I saw a video via Vogue showing Khloe Kardashian swearing by her MAC foundation brush that was no longer available. So I went to Mac to see what they had available now and found this baby. And boy this MAC 196 has changed my Foundation application FOREVER!! It should be called the perfecting brush, it blends my foundation to a flawless streak free finish. Thanks Khloe, and THANK YOU MAC for continuing to make products that make us beautiful.
2found this helpful