I typically get cheaper makeup brushes. I find that the price doesn’t usually increase the quality or change the makeup outcome… EXCEPT with the brush. This bronzing brush is the exception to my rules. I legitimately use it everyday and it is one of my essentials. If I am in a rush, I will even apply all powders with it. It gives the most effortlessly flawless finish with zero work. Its soft yet dense and has lost NO bristles since getting it. My number 1 makeup tool.