Excerpt: We were intrigued by the LAURA GELLER NEW YORK Retractable Black Kabuki Brush, a sleek aluminum tool designed for liquid, cream, and powder makeup. Upon first glance, the design impressed us—its retractableengine smoothly hides the synthetic bristles when not in use. The aluminum handle feels sturdy and lightweight inhand, offering a comfortable grip with minimal slippage. Testing it on liquid eyeshadow, we found the dense, flat brush applied color evenly without streaking. For cream products, it blended seamlessly without picked-up excess product. With powders, the Kabuki delivered full, buildable coverage in a single sweep. The retractable feature itself proved handy, reducing cleanup time and preventing the bristles from getting tangled or dusty. While not ideal for highly pigmented formulas, ours handled its tasks with confidence. The setup is universally practical, making it a reliable addition to our makeup arsenal.