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Why it's impossible for mink lashes to be cruelty-free

Cruelty-free mink lashes is a blatant lie. Based on my own experiences working with brush and lash manufacturers, let me tell you why.

THE CASE AGAINST ANIMAL USE FOR CURIOSITY-DRIVEN RESEARCH

Cut classes, not frogs! Dissection teaches that animals are throwaway objects. It teaches a profound disrespect for the life it aims to study. Through the adoption of humane non-animal study techni...

A clarification on beauty terminologies

You’d probably have encountered certain terminologies while reading up on your favourite beauty brands. What i personally found confusing in my search for ethical beauty products were the differenc...

13rushes's guide to primers

What’s a primer and what does it do?   The cosmetic primer is one of the most important step in achieving a beautiful complexion. Primers usually come in the form of soft creams or gels. They often...

13rushes reviews: Max Factor’s Lip Elixir Lipstick (Read to the end for giveaway!)

Read on to find out why this is our favorite Lipstick at the moment! Colour Elixir Lipstick features the following: - Color: Intense - Finish: Satin finish - Coverage: Medium - Rich colour lipstic...

13rushes reviews: Max Factor’s Lipfinity Lip colour (Read to the end for giveaway!)

Earlier this month, we did a review on Max Factor's Healthy Skin Harmony Foundation. Next up, we’ll be reviewing two of the company’s signature lip products- the Lipfinity Lip Colour and the Colour...

13rushes reviews: Max Factor’s Healthy Skin Harmony Foundation

Foundation is one of the most important, yet challenging, cosmetics items. Just a touch of the right foundation can even skin tone, blur imperfections, enhance radiance, and provide a smooth canvas...

Urban Decay Naked Heat- Swatches and video tutorial for Asian eyes

The Naked Heat palette is literally fiery hot. With 12 rusty red and spicy copper tone, it might be a little daunting if you're a beginner to eye makeup and have always stuck to the safer brown sh...

Concealing 101- Colour-correcting and concealing with brushes!

Choosing a concealer: First, determine what you are trying to conceal.  Is it a raised bump? An indent such as a scar? Or hollowness under the eyes?  For indented scars or deep dark circles unde...

13rushes's proprietary synthetic bristles

  Thought would be nice to share the properties of our synthetic fibers so that we can care for our brushes better! General overview: Our bristles belong to the polyester family and is 100% synth...