I've had PP for some time (and found my own way of getting past the pocket work) and really enjoyed
the reactions I've gotten with it.
Branded is a similar effect except for the fact that
there is no pocket work. Its all done in the open relatively easily.
So here is my basic
breakdown.
-Ease of getting blister - Branded
-Consistency of look of blister -
Branded (PP can be a little inconsistent depending on hand position)
-'Font' of blister -
PP (branded uses a bubble font which I'm not the biggest fan of)
So to sum it up, I
personally like PP for my handling (spectator holds the lighter) of the effect. However if you don't
have either I'd recommend Branded (and if you don't have either....WHY NOT?!). Having said that I'll
be switching between the two from now on.