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BRUSH 05

flagship powder brush

$45

an ultra soft cheek brush that will instantly elevate your face makeup in a luxurious way.

this flagship cheek brush has been a community favourite since its debut and is designed for blush, powder, highlight and bronzer applications.

handmade in Kumano, Japan by master artisans using uncut natural hair.

bristle length: 38mm

Product Details+
natural goat hair bristles with a slightly pinched ferrule and a tapered, oval-shaped brush head measuring approximately 38mm in bristle length. the black matte handle is lightweight and mid-length. white bristles allow visibility of product pickup. head shape is flattened on one axis, enabling both broad sweeps and more targeted placement.
Reviews+
roughly 88% of community members highlight the softness of brush 05 as a standout quality, and about 75% describe it as a versatile multitasker across blush, bronzer, and powder. around 68% use it primarily for powder blush, praising its ability to diffuse pigment evenly without patchiness. approximately 12% of community members report some bristle shedding, particularly in the first few uses. a small number of community members noted the brush felt slightly too large or too dense for their preference.
Usage+
  • powder blush application and diffusing (68%)
  • bronzer placement and blending (42%)
  • setting or finishing powder dusting (18%)
Product FAQ+

can i use brush 05 for cream blush or just powder?

about 72% of community members use brush 05 primarily with powder products, where it performs at its strongest. some community members have had success tapping and blending cream blush with it, though roughly 10% find it works less effectively with creams due to the natural hair bristles being less dense than what heavier cream formulas demand.

will this work on a small face?

many community members with smaller faces say brush 05 is a good fit, with the slightly tapered shape offering enough control for precise cheek placement. around 8% feel it runs a bit large for their face size. using the narrower edge of the brush head can help with more targeted application on petite features.

how do i get a natural look with really pigmented blushes?

community members consistently recommend a light hand with brush 05 when working with highly pigmented powders. the natural goat hair picks up product efficiently, so tap off excess before applying. about 60% of community members specifically praise brush 05 for taming intense blushes into a soft, diffused wash of color.

what else can i use this brush for besides blush?

brush 05 is widely regarded as a multitasker. roughly 42% of community members use it for powder bronzer, and about 18% reach for it to apply setting or finishing powder. some also use it for highlighter, light contour, or as a final blending brush to unify all cheek products at the end of a routine.

does it change shape after washing?

about 15% of community members mention that brush 05 becomes fluffier or slightly loses its original tapered shape after the first wash. most find this manageable or even preferable. reshaping the bristles gently by hand while damp and drying the brush in a sleeve or net can help maintain the original profile.

BLUSH with Brush 05
BRONZER with Brush 05
POWDER with Brush 05
HIGHLIGHT with Brush 05

Handmade in Japan

Handmade in Japan
Handmade in Japan
Handmade in Japan

Meet the Artisan

"The size and shape. It's the perfect blush brush and I also love using it for powders."
Stephanie F. 2 days agoBRUSH 05
"Probably my favorite foundation brush for sheer, quick application of liquid foundations. Sheds a li..."
Adriana C. 4 days agoBRUSH 05
"The softness of the bristles. The way it diffuses a powder product"
Tasneem H. 3 weeks agoBRUSH 05
"This brush is amazing. You can use it for a blush or powder. I am in love with this brush!"
Irina I. 1 month agoBRUSH 05
"I treated myself to Rephr brushes for the holidays and they are exquisite tools. Whomever said just ..."
Sara J. 1 month agoBRUSH 05
"Perfect for powder blush! Soft with even application."
Michelle D. 1 month agoBRUSH 05
"Great multitasking brush for blending bronzer or powder."
Lupita A. 1 month agoBRUSH 05
"I love that it can apply firmly and directly or broadly and softly depending on the angle and applic..."
Shannon F. 1 month agoBRUSH 05
"It is very soft, it gives a nice diffused look, not heavy at all, feels premium"
Snezhana M. 1 month agoBRUSH 05
"I like the fullness and just right firmness of this brush. The length of the bristles is just right ..."
Delana K. 1 month agoBRUSH 05
"What I love about this brush is how soft it is. It allows me to apply powder blush with a light hand..."
Margarita C. 1 month agoBRUSH 05
"softness of the brush, blends beautifully, multi-use"
Sara S. 1 month agoBRUSH 05
"Fluffy and soft, yet dense. Allows for a light hand and dispersion of face powders."
Kelsey E. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"It’s so soft and makes my blush look so natural. No streaking whatsoever."
Sonja C. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"It truly grabs the pigment in my powder products in a way no other brush has before! And it blends t..."
Pam D. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"The precision is better, while nicely blending. It’s perfect for diffusing highly pigment blushes."
Amanda C. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"I love it for applying bronzer more than any other brush I own. So natural."
Katherine M. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"The way it picks up pigment is amazing. I love that it's not too big or too small. It covers the per..."
Chaya L. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"This brush is very soft and applies powder with a light, effortless touch. Its size is perfect for m..."
Samar S. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"diffuses powder bronzer and blush more seamlessly than synthetic brushes, but does have significantl..."
Amy H. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"I love it’s luxurious feeling on my skin. It applies blush smoothly and precisely, and the quality i..."
Fatmah Z. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"this is my favorite because the bristles is so soft"
Martina H. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"application of bronzer so smooth, the right density"
Jenny T. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"The fluffiness, great for powder products and setting."
Stephanie P. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"I've never tried a fluffy brush that applies products so lightly, and doesn't disturb my makeup unde..."
Amanda A. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"It's the most versatile face brush I've ever tried. If I could only have one face brush, it would be..."
Gracia G. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"Perfect for the compact powder touch up or any powders products really. Very soft and feel luxurious..."
Uri S. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"The lightness and fluffiness of brush makes blush application easy. It allows you to build the pigme..."
Kani K. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"Love using this for powder blush and/or setting powder"
Cheryl B. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"This brush is also perfect. Soft and comfortable to use. A must-have tool for all your makeup."
Eva D. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"I use this brush for the blush. I love its softness and how it blurs even creamy blushes. The final ..."
Donatella S. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"Good size for blush application. Very soft. Picks up powder well."
Tatiana T. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"It's a nice everday blush brush, It was my favorite, but then Koyo has arrived :)"
Zsuzsanna W. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"This brush is a must have! So well designed and made. Silky and luxurious."
Bette P. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"I love this brush for any type of powder. The shape is fantastic."
Alina mihaela M. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"Shape and density are the strong points. Lay down and pick up of products are superb. I especially e..."
Aleksandra Z. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"I'm new to the Shodo brushes. It's a gentle dream with darker/brighter blushes that are more difficu..."
Deborah M. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"I love the softness of the brush and how flawlessly the brush blends the product."
Melissa H. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"I have multiples of this brush and I know I will buy more. Why? At this price point, the softness of..."
Lorraine B. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"It's a great all over powder brush especially if you have a small face and going around your blush"
Anamika S. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"Perfect size for bronzer application. Soft, perfect for sensitive skin. Very easy to clean."
Katharina S. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"Soft and fluffy, love the way it picks up powder product and blends . Easy to clean and looks new a..."
Tina C. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"SOFTEST brushes for my sensitive skin, absolute difference from any other brushes in the market."
Ana Y. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"The size of the brush is perfect for my face size."
Jennifer C. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"I am new to using brushes with makeup. This made applying makeup easy. I bought 3 of them. Love it..."
Mary C. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"I think it's a very pleasant brush, really a everything for a nice end result"
Romy R. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"Amazing staple in my brushkit. Perfect for bronzer and blush application"
Liza V. 2 months agoBRUSH 05
"Incredibly well made with soft bristles that gently buff and blend product into the skin. Brush 05 h..."
Ayesha M. 3 months agoBRUSH 05
"Blends powders/bronzer very nicely. Easy to get an even distribution of product."
Jacinta M. 3 months agoBRUSH 05
"Lovely brush, picks up product easily, trustee, I also got one for a friend who is new to placing bl..."
Alexandra T. 3 months agoBRUSH 05
"This is my new favorite blush brush. It blends our my powder blushes seamlessly."
Joanna S. 3 months agoBRUSH 05
"I love the softness, shape, size and density of this brush. It picks up the right amount of blush an..."
Wendy R. 3 months agoBRUSH 05
"Fluffy, soft. Now it’s my favourite blush brush. It picks up just right amount of product and applie..."
Natalia N. 3 months agoBRUSH 05
"Its so incredibly soft! I use it for finishing powder now, as I am still figuring out what the use t..."
Nabila E. 3 months agoBRUSH 05
"It’s very soft and picks up product evenly and easily."
Cynthia S. 3 months agoBRUSH 05
"This has been my favourite brush since the day I got it. It’s incredibly soft — like a kitten’s paw ..."
Yana K. 3 months agoBRUSH 05
"It delivers on its promises. A very soft and versatile brush that applies blush, powder, highlight, ..."
Mariya K. 3 months agoBRUSH 05
"My workhorse! Love this brush for everyday blush application. Size is perfect. Great powder pickup"
Linda W. 3 months agoBRUSH 05
"Every single brush I have gotten I absolutely love and look forward to applying my makeup again."
Jennifer C. 3 months agoBRUSH 05
"The combination of head size and softness of the bristles. It feels very luxe in the hand but is ve..."
Deborah S. 3 months agoBRUSH 05
"My go-to brush for blush. Deposits just the right amount of powder."
Leslie C. 3 months agoBRUSH 05
"This brush is so soft and somehow puts the blush on perfectly with just one sweep"
Julie J. 3 months agoBRUSH 05
"I love the shape and size, And the natural bristles"
Allison W. 3 months agoBRUSH 05
"It’s dense enough to get the product, I wish it’s more fluffy to create natural look"
Xiaohong H. 3 months agoBRUSH 05
"Multi functional brush, very nice design/looks, nice shape, can even be used for face powder. Blends..."
Yasmin F. 3 months agoBRUSH 05
"The bristles are so soft. It picks up powder real well and blends out the product well."
Belinda L. 3 months agoBRUSH 05
"It works well with powder and creams! It’s also the perfect size and shape to bronze, contour, and d..."
Natalia B. 3 months agoBRUSH 05
"It’s the softest, and gives the most blended look of all my blush brushes"
Shaheen F. 3 months agoBRUSH 05
"Beautiful brush, soft and works well with bronzer and blush. Even though it’s denser than the shodo ..."
Lialy B. 3 months agoBRUSH 05
"This is a fabulous blush and bronzer brush! It’s a bit firmer than I anticipated, so you can easily ..."
Sophia P. 3 months agoBRUSH 05
"Love the size and shape for my smaller face size! Great for powders, I use it for blush and it help..."
Karen G. 3 months agoBRUSH 05
"best brush for blush and bronzer, distribute product with smoothness and doesn't do any patches"
Beata C. 3 months agoBRUSH 05
"It is my everyday brush to apply powder blush. It has replaced all my other blush brushes I had purc..."
Natasha S. 3 months agoBRUSH 05
"Absolute staple, would purchase for a gift/personal use if you are planning on using with powders."
Irina B. 4 months agoBRUSH 05
"Blends product like a dream, highly recommend! If you want 1 brush for all the face that's it"
Yelyzaveta C. 4 months agoBRUSH 05
"Easy to use, perfect size and shape for the cheeks, and its soft, fluffy bristles that provide seam..."
Anna V. 4 months agoBRUSH 05
"Soft, picks up product well and blends it beautifully"
Jacqueline L. 5 months agoBRUSH 05
"I find it super versatile and picks up just right amount of product."
Yi Z. 5 months agoBRUSH 05
"I love that it is round, which makes it highly versatile"
Lorena N. 6 months agoBRUSH 05
"Enjoy this brush for bronzing the face as it allows to diffuse bronzer evenly. In addition the size ..."
Erika B. 6 months agoBRUSH 05
"The pedal shape is amazing. I use it for clients for powder, contour and blush! It’s easy to get und..."
Anastasia N. 6 months agoBRUSH 05
"how soft it is and how it is such a great brush for bronzer and blush"
Jespal P. 7 months agoBRUSH 05
"It works quickly. It seems to pick up blush really well, which makes applying it faster."
Nicole J. 7 months agoBRUSH 05
"I love the meticulous way this brush is made. It is versatile and can be used with every powder face..."
Deborah C. 7 months agoBRUSH 05
"Love this brush! This is my go to bronzer and finishing powder brush. Love how soft it is and helps ..."
Monica M. 8 months agoBRUSH 05
"The size and shape is great. Using it to apply a light dusting of powder blush/bronzer to ‘set’ liqu..."
Amritaa S. 8 months agoBRUSH 05
"The #5 brush is an all in one, all-rounder brush! Powder goes on seamlessly as well as bronzer and b..."
Ana F. 8 months agoBRUSH 05
"It’s an all in one product. So incredibly soft and blends like a dream!"
Antonella G. 9 months agoBRUSH 05
"It’s incredibly soft and I love using it for my blush. It picks it up so well and applies it evenly ..."
Abril M. 9 months agoBRUSH 05
"Been using this with cream blushes and it blends like a dream! Never looks overdone"
Kirsten P. 9 months agoBRUSH 05
"This brush is wonderful. It is the perfect brush for powder blush; much softer than my other face br..."
Maria rosario S. 9 months agoBRUSH 05
"Is doing magic with my highlighter after trying multiple different brushes - is easy to apply, looks..."
Iulia S. 9 months agoBRUSH 05
"I love the size when I want to feather my powered blush on the apples of my cheeks."
Wendy W. 9 months agoBRUSH 05
"It picks up product well but not too much that my powder looks chalky. It helps me dust the perfect ..."
Donna T. 9 months agoBRUSH 05
"It works well for buffing out blush and I really like the shape and how the bristles move"
August Z. 9 months agoBRUSH 05
"I use it to apply contour with the tip, and it fits perfectly along my cheekbone. With just a few st..."
Sara A. 9 months agoBRUSH 05
"somehow, it make the pigment of my less pigmented blushes MORE pigmented when applied. Magic!"
Sriniti S. 9 months agoBRUSH 05
"It was very easy to use and blended makeup products really well"
Manima R. 10 months agoBRUSH 05
"Very easy to use brush. Great for all types of powder blushes and allows for a variety of blush look..."
Rukudzo K. 10 months agoBRUSH 05
"I love how versatile this is. I am using it as a powder brush, as its shape allows it to even set my..."
Francesca A. 10 months agoBRUSH 05
"If you’re looking for a versatile makeup brush – this is the one. I use it for bronzer, blush, and p..."
Madlena M. 10 months agoBRUSH 05
"I use it with my hourglass bronzer/highlighter powder, my favorite brush. Let's me build slowly."
Coral F. 10 months agoBRUSH 05
"Love using this for powder blush. The shape allows for a very targeted application, but I have been ..."
Renee L. 10 months agoBRUSH 05
"Smooth application of powder blush, zero patchiness, very diffused look"
Jenny M. 10 months agoBRUSH 05
"I can see why people love this this, it's a great fluffy brush for blush."
Kelley N. 10 months agoBRUSH 05
"For pressed powder or bronzing. It is great and soft"
Jennifer D. 10 months agoBRUSH 05
"Nice shape and size. Comfortable for applying makeup. Beautiful design as with the other brushes"
Eden F. 10 months agoBRUSH 05
"I recently tried Brush Blush 05, and it exceeded my expectations! The bristles are incredibly soft, ..."
Stephanie Z. 10 months agoBRUSH 05
"Love this brush. It’s dense and applies powder or cream evenly."
Phoua V. 10 months agoBRUSH 05
"This brush now is my number one for powder blushes. Comparing with competitors, it has exact density..."
Bringme yuliia B. 10 months agoBRUSH 05