Last week, while people were accusing Kylie Cosmetics of copying Rihanna's Fenty Beauty, drama surrounding her $360 brush kit was brewing.
In short: People were NOT OK with paying almost $400 for a Kylie Cosmetics brush kit.
But now, Kylie is responding to people's criticism by explaining why her brushes cost so much money.
I have developed for you guys the most amazing luxury brushes ever. I am very excited! Real brushes don’t compare t… https://t.co/7vinh2kLhU
She claims they're just as expensive as other real brushes.
I always fight for the lowest price on all my products. Here are some other real brush lines for reference
And she truly wants to put out the best products for everyone.
But i hear you guys, love you guys and truly just want the best.
Many were happy she took the time to acknowledge their feedback.
@KylieJenner Thanks for listening to your fans feedback♥️ really shows that you’re truly invested in not only your… https://t.co/7EmWMypTmt
@KylieJenner Y’all can’t hate Kylie. She’s hearing out her fans and trying her hardest 😘
@KylieJenner I’ve paid a lot of money for a decent brush kit before, I don’t know why people are so surprised that… https://t.co/IPR1wlz1Af
But most people still argued that $360, no matter the reason behind it, is a still bit steep.
@danielsux_ @RozlynVictoria @KylieJenner why come out with a product that’s too expensive for most of your customer… https://t.co/atpQA50w1q
They also called her out for comparing Kylie Cosmetics to other luxury brands that have been around for a while now.
@KylieJenner Kylie honey I love you but Mac and Kevin Aucoin have been around a long time. They had earn the privil… https://t.co/lBU7ALMYba
@KylieJenner babe look at their quality, the packaging , and how long Mac has been in the makeup industry
@LIJAHGL0W @KylieJenner Man she thinks she deserves that “15 + year in the industry, renowned, known for amazing qu… https://t.co/Tj3A1ZgizF
@KylieJenner The only thing luxury about your brand is your name. The world knows you can charge 5x what it’s worth and call it a day 🙄
People also pointed out that just because something is expensive, it doesn't mean it's actually good.
@KylieJenner Wet n Wild has better looking brushes for like $30 lmao
@danielsux_ @KylieJenner Good quality brushes don’t have to be that much money. Yall are basically buying basic bru… https://t.co/IJvWxPA9Oq
And some even went as far as saying she copied Wet n Wild's packaging.
@dianaakalilbit @stotlesz @KylieJenner sheactuallystoletheideafromthenewwetnwildholidaybrushset You didn't hear that from me
@dianaakalilbit @stotlesz @KylieJenner I mean look at that.....
Whether you like Kylie Cosmetics or not, it's clear that whatever she does, teenage dramz follows.
