Billy B on his Life, Career, and What He Hates in a Brush
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by Beautylish Staff
Published Sep 04, 2012
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"The best brush is the brush that does the job that I need for it to do," legendary makeup artist Billy Brasfield declares.
Billy's 13-piece brush set looks unassuming, but there's much more to them than meets the eye. Each design choice was informed by a lifetime of experience. He's created pop culture's most iconic beauty moments, and has done it all with this 13-piece set.
We're going crazy for them, and we know you will too. Beautylish sat down with him for a breakdown on all the nitty gritty details that went into developing each brush. In classic Billy style, we also got a healthy dose of inspiration and encouragement from the master. Listen in, get excited—and be on the list for Billy B's brush debut!
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Oct 28, 2012
Win L.
I truly adore this man. He was the main inspiration for me to get into this industry-ever since I met him in person years ago. I was lucky enough to get some of his brushes but now I'd like to complete my set. I love them.
Sep 10, 2012
Noemi R.
i love this man!
Sep 09, 2012
Vanessa A.
it was really good.....nice story....
Sep 09, 2012
Claire E.
Billy B... one of the best ! Talented, professional and humble. And from what my friend Bethany told me, he's quite funny and real too !
Sep 08, 2012
Astrid R.
I loved watching this! I was so sad it ended!
Sep 08, 2012
Amber Does Nails x.
love him!
Sep 08, 2012
Maria C.
Love him. He's so right about the brush size, I always thought that!
Can't wait to buy some of the brushes, especially the foundation one!
Sep 08, 2012
Billy B.
xoxox
Sep 08, 2012
Dawn B.
Sep 06, 2012
Charmy N.
Amazing story & he's such a role model!
Sep 06, 2012
Imani L.
I'm obsessed with his honesty! Billy B is an incredible makeup artist and person, such a fantastic role model!