Enter To Win In The Brush Company Contest

Use your creative talent to tell us why you love The Brush Company makeup brushes. Enter The Brush Company “My Favorite Brush” Video Competition. Make a 30 second or one minute testimonial about your favorite makeup brush by the brush company and why you love it!

The best video submissions covering brush use, brush type, brush set and general testimonials accepted from students as well as the general community, will be featured on The Brush Company website. Prize includes: one brush set of your choice.
The DEADLINE for submissions is November 15, 2008.

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

All entries must be submitted in .WMV, .AVI, .MOV, .MPEG and .MP4 formats.
Entries may be uploaded to video site listed below in entry form and submitted via link or you may mail your submission via DVD to: The Brush Company 626 S. Victory Blvd. Burbank, CA 91502-2423

All entries must be clearly marked with title. Title should be displayed on the DVD as well as on the accompanying case.

No copyrighted material may be used in contest submissions without written approval of the lawful owner of the material.

All cast and crew members must be credited properly on the DVD.

There are no language or geographic restrictions. However, if a language other than English is spoken, subtitles must be used.

There is no entry fee or maximum number of entries per contestant.

A completed entry form must accompany each submission. More than one video may be submitted per DVD. However, each title should be clearly marked on the DVD.

Submissions will be judged in two categories:

A. Student (Youth - Grades 6 to 12)

B. Community (the General Public / non-students)
Winners will be selected by a panel of cosmetics industry professionals.

How to Enter and Win:

a. Except as otherwise provided in specific contest rules, entries may be submitted by postal mail or email located at contest@thebrushcompany.com No video will be accepted via email due to large files.


Video must be uploaded to http://www.utube.com/

Login: BrushCompany
Password: contest
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b. Contest entries must include:

1. Name

2. Postal address

3. E-mail address

4. Daytime telephone number

5. Testimonial, video/DVD on DVD and Cover or view page address link if submission is done via utube.

d. Incomplete entries will be disqualified.

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The Brush Company General Contest Rules

Introduction: By participating in a contest sponsored by The Brush Company, you agree to the specific rules, terms and conditions provided for that particular contest as stated, either in addition to or in place of the Official General Contest Rules given here.

1. Eligibility and Odds of Winning:

a. No purchase necessary to enter. Purchase will not improve chances of winning.

b. You cannot win if you are an employee of The Brush Company, affiliates, immediate family members of anyone so situated. “Immediate family members” shall include spouses, siblings, parents, children, grandparents, and grandchildren, whether as “in-laws”, or by current or past marriage, remarriage, adoption, co-habitation or other familial extension, and any other persons residing at the same household location, whether or not related.

c. Odds of winning this contest are determined by number of entries and specific structure.

d. Participation, DVD release, photos and testimonials in the contest is the responsibility of the contestant.

e. The Brush Company reserves the right to disqualify participants who do not adhere to these official contest rules. Prizes will not be awarded, even if announced, if the contestant is not eligible in accordance with these rules. Persons who provide fraudulent contest entry information will be disqualified.

2. How to Enter and Win:

a. Except as otherwise provided in specific contest rules, entries may be submitted by postal mail or email located at contest@thebrushcompany.com No video will be accepted via email due to large files,only entry information and video link page.

Video must be uploaded to http://www.utube.com/

Login: BrushCompany
Password: contest
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b. Contest entries must include :

1. Name

2. Postal address

3. E-mail address

4. Daytime telephone number

5. Mail In: Testimonial, video/DVD with name on video/DVD

6. Utube Submission: View page address link if video submission is done via Utube.

c. Incomplete entries will be disqualified.

d. All contest entries become the property of The Brush Company may use any of your entry for any purpose whatsoever, without further compensation to you.

e. The Brush Company reserves the right to delay contest announcements due to breaking news or other unanticipated events.

f. One winner per household.

g. Void where prohibited by law.

h. The decision of The Brush Company is final.

i. All federal, state, and local laws and regulations apply.

j. The Brush Company, their subsidiaries and affiliates, their officers, directors, agents, stockholders, insurers, and employees, and their advertising and promotional agencies and sponsors assume no responsibility or liability whatsoever for damages, loss or injury resulting from participating in any contest or acceptance or use of any prize.

k. In consideration of participation in a contest, and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, you, on your behalf, and on behalf of your heirs, successors or assigns, administrators and personal representatives, do hereby COVENANT NOT TO SUE, FULLY RELEASE AND FOREVER DISCHARGE:

1. The Brush Company and each of their respective direct and indirect subsidiaries, affiliates, partners and related entities.

2. Each of their respective directors, officers, employees, agents, insurers, attorneys, shareholders and representatives.

3. Each predecessor, successor, and assign thereof from and against any and all actions, charges, claims, losses, costs, damages, expenses (including attorneys’ fees and expenses) and liabilities of any kind or character, whether known or unknown, in connection with, arising out of or in any way related to your participation in any contest.

l. Mail Entries:

If a contest accepts email or mail entries (postal or electronic), The Brush Company is not responsible for the late, misdirected, lost, misplaced, illegible, mutilated or postage-due entries for any reason, including electronic or computer malfunctions that may affect the delivery or content of the entry, nor are they liable for any injury or damage to your or any other person’s computer or hardware related to or resulting from participating in or downloading any information necessary to participate in the contest.

m. Web Site Entries:

In the event that the contest accepts website entries, you must accurately complete all required fields or entry will be deemed invalid. The Brush Company shall have no liability for any malfunction of the Internet, or any other computer-related processor system.

a. Prizes are specified within individual contest rules.

b. Prizes are non-transferable and non-exchangeable.

c. No substitution or cash equivalent will be made.

4. How to Claim Prize(s):

a. Winners will be selected as described in the specific rules of the contest.

5. Prize Winners Shipping and Tracking:

a. In the event that a prize is mailed to you, pursuant to your prior written consent, you assume the risk of the prize’s safe arrival. Prize winner will be given a tracking number for verification purposes.

b. Signing for the prize(s) indicates you have received the prize(s), abide by these rules, and the publicity disclaimer. Prize is forfeited upon refusal to sign or provide required information.

c. The Brush Company reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to award unclaimed prizes to alternate contestants or not to award the unclaimed prizes.

d. Any additional costs relating to the prizes, and incurred as a result of accepting the prizes, is your sole responsibility as the winner.

e. ANY ATTEMPT BY YOU OR ANY OTHER INDIVIDUAL TO DELIBERATELY CIRCUMVENT, DISRUPT OR DAMAGE ORDINARY AND NORMAL OPERATION OF THIS CONTEST, TELEPHONE SYSTEMS OR OR UNDERMINE THE LEGITIMATE OPERATION OF THE CONTEST IS A VIOLATION OF CRIMINAL AND CIVIL LAWS. SHOULD SUCH AN ATTEMPT BE MADE, THE BRUSH COMPANY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO SEEK DAMAGES FROM ANY SUCH PARTICIPANT TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.

6. Publicity Release:

Unless prohibited by law, your participation constitutes permission for The Brush Company, without any further obligation to you, to use your name, voice, biographical data and likeness for promotional purposes.

Perfect Brush Set for Makeup Artist Students

This brush set features 23 pieces of professional grade makeup brushes all perfectly packaged in a Brush Apron that you wear around your waist. The apron can be rolled up with the brushes still in their slots for portability. Great for on the go Jobs, such as weddings, photo shoots or runway shows. The brushes in this set are made with top grade Italian Badger bristles. Each brush is hand made. The makeup brushes in this set are just beautiful with their mohagany wood handels. Our price for this brush set is only 165.00

Expert Brush Set - Pure Kolinsky Bristles

Kolinsky makeup brushes have the best porosity for application of the most intense, truest form of color. Kolinsky, sometimes referred to as kolinsky sable, is not from a sable at all, but comes from the tail of a species of mink that is a member of the weasel family found in Siberia and northeastern China. It is generally conceded to be the best material for precise layering of color, especially for creation of specific gradations due to its strength, spring and ability to retain its shape ("snap"). It holds a very fine point or edge for precise application that is favored by professional makeup artists around the world. This is considered a professional grade of hair, and if properly cared for, Kolinsky will last for many years. These are the most expensive brushes. The price for just one Pure Kolinsky eyeshadow brush made by Shu Uemura is priced at $135.00.
At the Makeup Brush Company we have a 23 Piece Kolinsky Brush Set that is only $225.00. This brush set is used by professional makeup artist and teachers.

Italian Badger Makeup Brushes

Badger Hair - Badger "tapers" are conical in shape, and have more elasticity, making them springier and softer on your face. A high quality badger hair brush will have a variegated appearance: light to dark tips. Badger gray hairs are less tapered, less elastic, less soft, and less expensive. These brushes are really more suitable as barber's brushes! The Italian Artist collection of makeup brushes use the top grade badger hairs making them super soft. These brushes are preferred and used by professional makeup artist.

Makeup Powder Brushes - Guide for Best Uses

There are so many choices in Powder Makeup brushes. It can be difficult in choosing what kind of makeup brush you need. It really comes down to a matter of personal choice. It is about what you prefer for yourself. And what your makeup needs are. This is a quick guide to the two types of powder brush shapes or styles available.

Rounded or Dome Brush
There is the rounded brush also called a dome brush. This type is used in a buffing motion since in is symmetrical all around.

The other type of makeup brush is the

Tapered, paddle or chiseled style of brush.
This brush is best to be used in a sweeping method or dusting method. This brush is basically a rounded brush which has been pressed to flatten the base making it like a paddle see image above.

Great Gift Idea for Teen Girls - 12 Piece Makeup Brush Set

This makes a great gift Idea or a starter set for a young girl just starting to use makeup This Makeup brush set makes a great starter set for all your basic makeup needs. These brushes are made with all natural bristles and some synthetic brushes each made for a specific use This 12 piece brush set includes a nice snap case to keep you brushes protected when not in use. This set includes the following: This is Makeup Brush Set is Only $14.94

• Tapered Powder Makeup Brush
• Tapered Blush Brush
• All-over Eyeshadow brush
• Chisel Eyeshadow brush
• Angled eye liner brush
• Soft Fan Brush
• Eye smudger brush
• Pointed liner brush
• Flocked eye shadow sponge
• Mascara spoolie brush
• Oval lip stick brush
• Brow and lash groomer
• Leatherine snap case
  

Recomended Makeup Brushes for Breast Cancer Beauty Tips Article Below

Here are some great makeup brushes and tools that are mentioned in the below three tips to make your life easier. As you can see it deosnt have to cost a fortune.

Deluxe Concealer Makeup Brush $6 Great for concealing dark under eye circles

Italian Badger Bronzer Brush $17 Ultra soft brisltes will add a healthy glow to your skin.

Mini Eye Smudger $7 Smudge away those harsh eyeliner lines to create a soft and natural look.

Beauty Tips for Women Dealing with Breast Cancer Treatment Side Effects

These are some sugggestions taken from the article in the Health.com Website
Taken from the book Ramy Gafni's Beauty Therapy: The Ultimate Guide to Looking and Feeling Great While Living with Cancer
1. Try yellow-based concealer plus bronzer
If you have dark shadows under your eyes, Gafni recommends using concealer—yellow-based (not pink), because that looks the most natural. Choose a shade that either matches your skin tone or is slightly lighter. "Then add a little bronzer to get rid of sallowness or paleness in the skin, or add a rosy blush to the apples of the cheeks to give you a healthy pop of color. Keep it simple."

2. Use pencil or pomade to fill in your brows
"More than losing the hair on your head—if you're bald or have it shaved people could just think you're an artist—losing your brows and lashes are a bigger giveaway that you're going through cancer," says Gafni. If you have partial hair loss, he recommends using a pencil or pomade a shade lighter than your hair color to fill in brows. "If you have no hair [on your brows] at all, go a little darker than your hair color," he adds, noting that a wax-based brow filler, like his Miracle Brow!, will adhere better to the skin.

3. Smudge eyeliner on your lash line
"The best way to fill your lash line is to use an eyeliner—pencil, pen, or liquid, which is the hardest to work with and looks the most artificial," says Gafni. "Go as close to the lash line as possible with a brownish-black pencil or pen, but you don't need to make a perfectly straight line; it looks better if you smudge it a little bit. Do this on the upper lash line and you can do a little bit on the outer half of the lower lash line."

Women of color can use more intense colors, like a black eyeliner and a richer, burgundy blush, Gafni says.

Pink Breast Cancer Awareness Makeup Brush Set

We are very proud to be a part of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month To Show our support we have created this very special travel Makeup brush kit in Pink
In recognition of breast cancer awareness month, The Brush Company has created the exclusive Awareness Collection, in which 20% of the proceeds will benefit selected breast cancer foundations. The Awareness Collection is a set of five brushes complete with pink handles and stored in a soft roll case with flap closing. The set includes a powder brush, blush brush, a deluxe oval shadow brush, chisel fluff brush, angle liner brush and still fits in your purse, perfect for on-the-go beauty. The Brush Company offers this collection 365 days a year, 24/7, until a cure is found.


Powder Brush- This is a large brush that is perfect for applying face and/or body powder.

Blush Brush – This is a duo usage brush for applying loose face powder or cheek blush color.


Deluxe Oval Shadow Brush - This unique almond-shaped brush head is designed to apply color to the entire eye. Use it to blend and soften eyeshadow for a seamless, professional look.


Chisel Fluff Brush –This brush has longer fibers and a less dense brush tip for precision detail work after applying shadow. Use it to highlight under the eye brow or for creating a sexy smoky eye under eye.

Angle Liner Brush – This angle brush is used for filling in brow color or to apply dark shades to line your eye.

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in the United States. According to the American Cancer Society, it's estimated that About 178,480 women in the United States will be found to have invasive breast cancer in 2007. About 40,460 women will die from the disease this year. Right now there are slightly over 2 million women living in the United States who have been treated for breast cancer.

If you're worried about developing breast cancer, or if you know someone who has been diagnosed with the disease, one way to deal with your concerns is to get as much information as possible. Please Visit the NBCAM's Website for important background information about what breast cancer is and how it develops.

Eye Shadow Palettes, Eyeshadow Palette 88 Ultra Beauty

Eyeshadow palette is an Ultra Beauty of 88 Eyeshadow Colors. Enjoy Eyeshadow colors that are pure mica pigment. Each Eyeshadow color is a pure mineral makeup eyeshadow. Matte / Shimmer eyeshadow complete with an gloss black flip case with mirror and 2 sponge Eye Makeup Applicators. This one always sells out fast. The reason is beacuase of the quality.

Eyeshadow pallete contains 88 highly pigmented fashion forward colors. Both in Matte and Shimmers. This pallete is a wonderful addition to our eye makeup brushes. The looks you can create with this and our brushes are limitless.

The Quick Guide to Mineral Makeup Brushes

Mineral makeup has sure taken the makeup industry by storm. It has so many benefits over liquid foundation. Most mineral makeup wearers know the benefits.

• It is all natural
  
• It contains natural SPF
  
• It is good for your skin
  
• It resists bacteria
  
• It has good shelf Life
  
• A little goes a long way. Saving you money in the long run.

But when it comes to brushes to apply your makeup many people get lost on the different types of brushes available on the market.
When it comes to makeup brushes natural bristles are best. Natural animal hair bristles do a better job of Picking up and grabbing the mineral makeup. The bristles are porous therefore they will absorb the makeup deep into the hairs. However many vegetarians or those with sensitivities to animal hair like to use synthetic bristles. Modern technology has enabled these to work just as good as animal hair.

The Kabuki Brush – This is the most widely used brush for mineral makeup.
Pro’s- soft and full round head lightly grab the minerals and apply a light application to large areas. Quick And easy to use.
Con’s -Large head is usually to big to fit into the jars of mineral makeup making it messy.

Flat top buffer brushes
Pro’s -Smaller flat top fits great into the jars of loose mineral foundation less mess. The application is heavier because the bristles are evenly cut across the head grabbing more product on the tips of the bristles.
Con’s – Takes more time to buff in the minerals due to the smaller brush tip and the flat cut versus a tapered cut tends to create more of a sharp edge on your face versus a tapered brush which creates a diffused edge.

Vegan Brush Set Featured in American Cheeleder Magazine

Our 15 Piece Vegan Brush set was featrued in American Cheerleader Magazine. This Brush set is amde of high quality Taklon Bristles that are just as soft as natural bristles. Great for those who have sensitive skin or have animal hair allergies.

The Brush Co. is giving away 5 pink Kabuki brushes to readers of American Cheerleader Magazine

The Brush Company along with American Cheeleader Magazine is giving away Our Tickled Pink Kabuki Brush to Five lucky readers who enter in the sweepstakes. This Tickled Pink Kabuki brush is featured along with Mineral foundation from Afterglow Cosmetics.
This is a perfect combination for a beautiful and flawless face.