[MAC_Pixie04]

224 is great apply soft washes of color all over, or for blending shades together. As far as actually applying color on its own, I don't think it's dense enough.

217 is my favorite brush. I find that I can get a full eye look done with my 252 and my 217 only. 217 is still round enough for creasework and blending, but also is dense enough to apply color to the lid or browbone. It's also good for diffusing concealer under the eye, and applying cream eyeshadow bases without harsh lines on the lid.

I'd go for the 217, lol I'm obviously a huge fan.