BRUSH 02
a firm shader brush that's dense and soft at the same time - optimized for maximum pigment payoff. works with both powders and creams and is perfect for laying down pigments, quick smokey eyes and delicate work near the lower lashline.
the 02 is our flagship shader brush and has been optimized to work for all eye shapes, including hooded eyes and monolids.
handmade in Kumano, Japan by master artisans using uncut natural hair.
bristle length: 10mm
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Usage+−
- packing shimmer or glitter shadow on the lid (68%)
- smudging shadow or liner along the lower lash line (24%)
- applying cream or liquid eyeshadow on the mobile lid (18%)
Product FAQ+−
can i use brush 02 with cream eyeshadows or just powders?
about 18% of community members specifically mention using brush 02 with cream or liquid eyeshadows, and the consensus is that it handles both formulas well. the dense bristles spread cream products evenly without streaking. some community members also note it works nicely with shadow sticks and cream-to-powder formulas, though a small number of community members found it absorbs liquid product quickly.
will this work on hooded eyes?
many community members with hooded eyes report that brush 02 is one of their go-to brushes precisely because of its compact size. roughly 12% of community members specifically mention hooded eyes, noting the shorter bristles and smaller footprint help place shadow on a limited lid space with minimal fallout. a small number of community members with very small lids felt it was slightly too large and preferred a mini version.
is this good for picking up glitter and shimmer shadows?
about 68% of community members highlight brush 02 as their preferred tool for shimmer, glitter, and metallic shadows. the dense bristles grab product efficiently and deposit it on the lid with strong payoff, with many saying it rivals using a fingertip. community members frequently pair it with brands like pat mcgrath and natasha denona for maximum sparkle.
can i blend with brush 02 or is it only for packing on color?
while brush 02 is primarily used for packing shadow onto the lid, around 24% of community members also use it for smudging and blending along the lash line. the tapered edge can soften harsh lines and blur out pencil or gel liner. for broader crease blending, most community members reach for a dedicated blending brush and use brush 02 for placement and detail work.
how does brush 02 compare to the mac 239?
community members frequently compare brush 02 to the mac 239, noting it has a similar paddle shape but softer bristles and better pigment pickup. several community members who previously relied on the mac 239 say brush 02 replaced it entirely. the natural goat hair is described as noticeably gentler on the lid while still offering the density needed for controlled shadow placement.
Handmade in Japan
