These brushes are FANTASTIC. I am in love with my brushes. They are extremely soft, thick, sturdy and in my experience don't shed.. which is difficult to find with "cheap" brushes. I am genuinely so pleased with their quality, you'd think they cost me a $$$. They make my products last! Researched a ton of brushes online and thought that these had the best reviews at the best price. hence the 5 stars. I have replaced my other brushes with these brushes (and by replaced, I mean use these more often than my Sephora/MAC brushes because I love the overall application as well as the feel).