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post #1 of 574
2/7/09 at 10:03pm
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So I just saw the review EnKore did on Sigma Brushes and they seem interesting..These brushes are supposedly comparable to MAC and they also have the same numbering as MAC (ex SS187 is a stippler, SS182 is a buffer).

YouTube - Sigma Brushes: MAC Comparables Initial Review
YouTube - Sigma Brushes: Feedback & Review

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What do you guys think? Anyone planning on giving these a try?
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post #2 of 574
2/7/09 at 10:22pm

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I saw the video too and then I checked out the website and it just given off a bad vibe to me, because of the way they named their brushes, it seems like it's totally copying MAC in my opinion. If they didn't name it like that, I might've thought otherwise, but the way the names are written just turned me away from it =/ That's my opinion on it though, others might think differently since it is a cheaper alternative.
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post #3 of 574
2/7/09 at 10:48pm

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I saw the video and I liked the brushes. I think i would give the face brushes a chance. Not really liking the eye brushes. Hey if i pay with paypal and things dont go right at least i can try and get a refund. Anything is worth trying. With the prices of MAC brushes i can have 5 of those sigma brushes for the price of one mac brush.
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post #4 of 574
2/8/09 at 4:21pm

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I saw the vid too, but now I want somebody brave enough to actually order and use the brushes. The face brushes do look interesting, but the copy MAC thing is kinda a turnoff for me...
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post #5 of 574
2/24/09 at 11:14am

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I saw the vid too, but now I want somebody brave enough to actually order and use the brushes. The face brushes do look interesting, but the copy MAC thing is kinda a turnoff for me...
I just wish it was possible to order the brushes individually beyond the kabuki (which is on the site but near impossible to find). I'd rather order like 2 brushes to test, than invest in a whole set only to learn I hate them. Plus I really don't NEED all of them
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post #6 of 574
2/24/09 at 11:47am

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I saw the vid too, but now I want somebody brave enough to actually order and use the brushes. The face brushes do look interesting, but the copy MAC thing is kinda a turnoff for me...
Exactly, they should have come out with a more original concept, but I am sure someone with give them a go.
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post #7 of 574
3/12/09 at 6:05pm

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I saw the vid as well...if I got them and liked them I would probably use them for others who want their makeup done as nobody can touch my MAC ones....check out this girl's review...she has used them...the naming really doesn't bother me...but they could have been original..jmo.

YouTube - sigma brushes video 001
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post #8 of 574
3/23/09 at 3:27pm

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I like the idea of them numbering the brushes the same. It is easier for someone like myself ( new to the makeup world ) to know what they are compaired to. I would like to try these brushes. Also Encore just posted a new video up about them this weekend I beleive.
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post #9 of 574
3/24/09 at 10:54pm

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makeupbytiffanyd just posted a vid on youtube, she gives a really good review about them. im thinking of getting the eye kit...

YouTube - SIGMA! Affordable MAC-Quality Brushes
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post #10 of 574
3/24/09 at 11:13pm

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i think i'll try....as if i really needed more brushes!! is there a such thing as too many brushes?
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post #11 of 574
3/25/09 at 12:37am

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I don't like how the website doesn't say what they are made with, what type of fibres...
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post #12 of 574
3/25/09 at 3:05am

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^^^That's very true...

I have that issue with alot of other stores too...
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post #13 of 574
3/25/09 at 10:34pm

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^^^ I have to agree with that statement. I emailed the creator (Simone?) to ask about their animal cruelty policies with regard to the sourcing of animal fibers. We'll see what she says. It's the one issue I have!

(I'm not that picky about their numbering system being the same as MAC's. I think, as Brenda mentioned, that might make things easier for people who are new to makeup, new to MAC, new to brushes etc. That said, I have to wonder what MAC has to say about it!) :P
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post #14 of 574
3/25/09 at 10:43pm

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hm i really want to try out these brushes and would be willing to buy the whole set, but the way that our canadian dollar is right now, its not a necessity so i will just wait
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post #15 of 574
3/25/09 at 11:27pm

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I saw Tiffany's video too and I would really like to try them... she gave a great review..
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post #16 of 574
3/26/09 at 1:15am

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My comments in Tiffany's video were not well received. Like others have said in this thread, the fact that they're using MAC's lettering system is uhm.. embarrassing. It's like they're trying to trick their customers, imo.

Then I went to Tiffany's blog and it's even worse than I thought. Not only are they using the same numbers and names, but they're also using the exact same descriptions for the brushes that MAC is using. word for word..

click here to see the pamphlet:

MakeupByTiffanyD: Sigma Makeup Brushes
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post #17 of 574
3/26/09 at 12:09pm

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My comments in Tiffany's video were not well received. Like others have said in this thread, the fact that they're using MAC's lettering system is uhm.. embarrassing. It's like they're trying to trick their customers, imo.

Then I went to Tiffany's blog and it's even worse than I thought. Not only are they using the same numbers and names, but they're also using the exact same descriptions for the brushes that MAC is using. word for word..

click here to see the pamphlet:

MakeupByTiffanyD: Sigma Makeup Brushes
i do think its kind of weird that they use the same #ing even for brushes that are slightly different!

i know people have posted that these are not private label, the the owner "says so", and that they are cruelty free. i want to see something more concrete....like some information on their (very barebones imo) website regarding the composition and sourcing of their materials and manufacturing.
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post #18 of 574
3/26/09 at 12:31pm

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I love my MAC brushes but if I can find something just as good at a cheaper price, I'm all over it. As for the numbering system, I'm with Brendakay on this one. I think a universal numbering system would be so much easier for peeps new to the makeup scene.
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post #19 of 574
3/26/09 at 12:50pm

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i don't think it was necessary for them to use the same numbering system, if you look at the brush and the name of it i think most of us can figure out what it could be duped for, i also what to know what the fibers are made out out of I'm really not in to animal fur on my face
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post #20 of 574
3/26/09 at 1:02pm

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Based on the reviews I ordered the ss224. I'll keep you all updated as soon as I receive mine.
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post #21 of 574
3/26/09 at 2:52pm
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My comments in Tiffany's video were not well received. Like others have said in this thread, the fact that they're using MAC's lettering system is uhm.. embarrassing. It's like they're trying to trick their customers, imo.

Then I went to Tiffany's blog and it's even worse than I thought. Not only are they using the same numbers and names, but they're also using the exact same descriptions for the brushes that MAC is using. word for word..

click here to see the pamphlet:

MakeupByTiffanyD: Sigma Makeup Brushes
Wow word for word?? That is a bit embarrassing..I really don't like the fact that they're trying super hard to be comparable to MAC

but...I'm still tempted by that cheap "187"..
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post #22 of 574
3/26/09 at 3:25pm

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Wow word for word?? That is a bit embarrassing..I really don't like the fact that they're trying super hard to be comparable to MAC

but...I'm still tempted by that cheap "187"..
In my opinion, all of the brushes look good, Except that "187". It looks flimsy as shit. My coastal scents stippler looks way more dense.
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post #23 of 574
3/26/09 at 7:01pm

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I went on their website and the brushes are temporarily out of stock
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post #24 of 574
3/26/09 at 8:17pm

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It is really temporarily because I went this morning to take a look, one our later they were out of stock. Went tonight again and they had them and when I finnaly decided to purchase... they were out of stock again! xD
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post #25 of 574
3/27/09 at 12:00am

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i wanna get this after seeing tiffanyd's video on it. i bet they got a crapload of orders after the video went up.
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post #26 of 574
3/27/09 at 4:50am

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You know... I'm also not really into how they literally "copied" the brushes from MAC as to possibly get MORE people to buy them.

But at the same time, a good brush is a good brush, and I'm into the fact that the quality may be even better than some of the MAC brushes. Doesn't mean I won't BUY MAC brushes ever again... but if I can find something better for cheaper, I'm all over it.

I'm going to buy these once I get my tax return and try them out
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post #27 of 574
3/27/09 at 11:54am

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once again youtube proves to be an excellent marketing tool!

mail from sigma:
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Individual brushes (including the new SS109 and SS188) are scheduled to be available on April 25th. Complete, Eyes, and Face kits are scheduled to be available on May 15th.
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post #28 of 574
3/27/09 at 9:43pm

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I got 2 complete sets of these brushes (12 brushes in each set) 1 for me and 1 for my daughter... and I LOVE them....I use them daily....I am sad that they are out of stock because I really wanted to order a 3rd and possibly 4th set (3rd set for my sister who is coming down to visit me next week) and the 4th just for back up....the price is great and I don't have to put so much wear and tear on my MAC brushes...I personally like the way they named the brushes (for those of us who are new to MAC) its easier when watching a video and they say use a 239, I don't have to play the guessing game of "quick lets see what shape it is and find one similiar"...instead when someone says with your 239 brush, I know exactly what brush to pull out...no guessing games....thats just my opinion though. Great customer service and very fast shipment. I hope this review helps someone...they really are great brushes.
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post #29 of 574
3/28/09 at 11:50am

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Originally Posted by mizuki~ View Post
Wow word for word?? That is a bit embarrassing..I really don't like the fact that they're trying super hard to be comparable to MAC

but...I'm still tempted by that cheap "187"..
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Originally Posted by HeavenLeiBlu View Post
In my opinion, all of the brushes look good, Except that "187". It looks flimsy as shit. My coastal scents stippler looks way more dense.
They have revised the 187 brush so it does not look as flimsy...I am gonna get some cause I bought those cheap ass Coastal Scents ones so I can try these...these are really big on YT right now..and like somebody said less wear & tear on my MAC brushes....and u can always use them for other folks...

YouTube - Revised Sigma 187..YAYYY!!!
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post #30 of 574
3/29/09 at 9:20pm

Sigma Brushes... are they worth the hype?

Several of my fave YT gurus have posted favorable reviews on these brushes. All of mine are MAC.. and I invested some serious dough in them.. but if these brushes are "really" that good.. am I missing out not picking up the set? Just as a 2nd set/travel.. I used to use the holiday kits for traveling but.. it'd be nice to have a full size 187.

I thought I'd take it grassroots and ask you guys. What do you guys think?
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