BRUSH 01
a luxurious multi-purpose eyeshadow brush designed for effortless shading and blending. this brush works equally well with powder and cream products and is also capable of spot concealing and detail highlighting.
the 01 is our flagship eye brush that's been carefully calibrated to work for all eye shapes, including hooded eyes and monolids.
handcrafted in Kumano, Japan by master artisans using uncut natural hair.
bristle length: 16mm
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Usage+−
- blending transition shades in the crease (72%)
- one-and-done wash of color over the full lid (58%)
- packing shadow onto the outer corner (34%)
Product FAQ+−
can i do a full eye look with just this one brush?
yes, and this is one of the most common ways community members use it. about 58% say brush 01 is their go-to for single-brush eye looks. the flat side packs color onto the lid, while the tapered tip blends into the crease and outer corner. many community members own multiples specifically so they always have one clean and ready.
will this work on hooded eyes?
the majority of community members with hooded eyes report positive results, especially for crease blending and outer corner placement. roughly 15% of those with smaller or heavily hooded lids feel it runs a bit large for very precise work and pair it with a smaller brush for detail. if your lid space is limited, consider also looking at a compact option for tighter areas.
does it work with cream eyeshadow or just powder?
community members consistently confirm brush 01 works well with both powder and cream formulas. around 12% specifically mention using it for cream or liquid shadows and note smooth, even application. a small number of community members noted that very stiff cream formulas can be trickier, but soft creams and cream-to-powder textures perform well.
how does it compare to the mac 217?
community members frequently reference the mac 217, with many calling brush 01 a direct successor to the original natural-hair version. the consensus is that brush 01 is softer, slightly more tapered, and blends with less pressure on the lid. several community members switched after mac moved to synthetic bristles and say they prefer the feel and performance of brush 01.
can i use it for anything other than eyeshadow?
community members have found a range of uses beyond eyeshadow. common alternative uses include blending under-eye concealer, setting powder under the eyes, applying highlighter to small areas, and even nose contouring. the mid-sized head and soft bristles make it practical for any task that needs controlled, diffused placement on smaller facial areas.
Handmade in Japan
