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SHODŌ 05

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$40
 
$48

a No-Makeup Makeup Brush for a skin-like finish.

 

Shodō 05 is crafted using a first-of-its-kind technique inspired from traditional Japanese calligraphy.

 

Artisans carefully alternate 10,000+ long and short fibres to create micro-layers along the tip of the brush that gives your makeup a soft, diffused & buildable finish. 

 

Pending community feedback on these brushes, we plan on transitioning more of our existing brushes into the new shodō platform in the future.

Product Details+
the shodō 05 features natural goat hair bristles with staggered, varying lengths that taper to wispy ends. the brush head is angled with a dense base and airy tips, creating a candle or paw-like silhouette. it has a black wooden handle and sits between a compact blush brush and a mid-size face brush in scale.
Reviews+
around 85% of community members praise the shodō 05 for delivering a soft, diffused, airbrushed finish with powder products. roughly 78% highlight its versatility across blush, bronzer, and other cheek products. approximately 70% call out the softness of the bristles as a standout quality. a small number of community members noted occasional bristle shedding, and about 12% expressed a wish for the brush head to be slightly larger for bronzer or all-over powder use.
Usage+
  • powder blush application and diffusion (68%)
  • bronzer and contour blending (42%)
  • cream or liquid blush buffing (24%)
Product FAQ+

can i use this for cream and liquid blush or just powders?

about 24% of community members use the shodō 05 with cream or liquid blush and report a smooth, natural finish. it works well for dabbing and buffing cream formulas into the skin. powders are where it truly excels, but it handles most cream cheek products with a light touch.

will this work if i tend to be heavy-handed with blush?

this is one of the most common reasons community members reach for the shodō 05. roughly 30% specifically mention that the staggered bristles prevent over-application, even with highly pigmented products. the brush picks up a controlled amount and diffuses it gradually, making it forgiving for heavier hands.

what's the best way to apply blush with this brush?

most community members sweep the angled side along the cheekbone for placement, then use the wispy tips to diffuse edges. some prefer a light patting or stippling motion for cream formulas. about 15% of community members note a short learning curve with the unique shape, but find the results intuitive after a few uses.

is this brush good for bronzer and contour too?

around 42% of community members regularly use the shodō 05 for bronzer or contour. the angled shape hugs the cheekbone well and the wispy bristles prevent harsh lines. some community members note the head could be slightly larger for bronzer across wider areas, but it works well for targeted, diffused sculpting.

can i use this as my only face brush for travel?

many community members describe the shodō 05 as a one-brush travel solution. about 20% mention using it across blush, bronzer, highlighter, and even light powder or foundation. the compact size fits easily in a makeup bag, and the versatile shape covers most face application needs.

Handmade in Japan

Handmade in Japan
Handmade in Japan
Handmade in Japan

Meet the Artisan

"Blends the makeup for you/makes you feel like a pro!"
Holly D. 13 hours agoSHODŌ 05
"Perfect for any powder for a natural look out of a magazine"
Katherine G. 17 hours agoSHODŌ 05
"Perfect for a natural blush application and easy to use"
Cynthia H. 2 days agoSHODŌ 05
"Soft, blush doesnt go on heavy but light and then you can build up."
Petra F. 1 week agoSHODŌ 05
"It’s a wonderful brush, fluffy and makes products look natural on your face. It diffuses products s..."
Veronica P. 1 week agoSHODŌ 05
"Soft and graceful. A way to correct mistaked=s before they happen"
Elizabeth A. 1 week agoSHODŌ 05
"A magical wand helping you create a natural airbrushed make up."
Nivine C. 1 week agoSHODŌ 05
"The softest, ideally angled and sized brush for powder products"
Yasmina M. 1 week agoSHODŌ 05
"It takes a few tries to use the brush the way I like my blush to look then it’s perfection every tim..."
Anita G. 2 weeks agoSHODŌ 05
"I like to use this brush to lightly apply powder products, but no cream products. The shape of the ..."
Anita B. 2 weeks agoSHODŌ 05
"It's airy, smooth and easy to use. I'm applying my makeup quickly now."
Suzi S. 2 weeks agoSHODŌ 05
"soft, picks up perfect amount of product, airbrushes the skin"
Kimberlee M. 3 weeks agoSHODŌ 05
"soft bristles, blends powders like a dream, looks natural"
Mary H. 3 weeks agoSHODŌ 05
"Incredible soft brush , allowing an incredible finish natural look as good ! Amazing! Love it !!"
Cláudia S. 3 weeks agoSHODŌ 05
"It's a brush that blends the product very nicely and gives natural effect."
Anastasiia I. 3 weeks agoSHODŌ 05
"It has enough density to apply product effectively but the shodo bristles allow for a nice airbrushe..."
Leslie S. 3 weeks agoSHODŌ 05
"it is not a very dense brush which allows you to use powder products that are high in pigmentation b..."
Yvonne L. 3 weeks agoSHODŌ 05
"Perfect blush for blurred and flawless application"
Alexandra O. 1 month agoSHODŌ 05
"It makes the powder blush looks more natural and airbrushed"
Flavia R. 1 month agoSHODŌ 05
"This brush is amazing. There’s nothing else like it. It lets you apply just enough powder to get a s..."
Maryann T. 1 month agoSHODŌ 05
"Beautiful airbrush powder brush perfect for any kind of powder application especially loose powder, ..."
Beverly B. 1 month agoSHODŌ 05
"Controllable colour application, soft finish but can be used to build colour"
Jacqueline M. 1 month agoSHODŌ 05
"A diffused brush great for light application of powder cheek products, especially pigmented blushes ..."
Rachel R. 1 month agoSHODŌ 05
"The great brush for the fine application of loose powder"
Olga B. 1 month agoSHODŌ 05
"Very delicate and soft brush that applies the perfect amount of product for an airbrush, natural loo..."
Mimi B. 2 months agoSHODŌ 05
"einfach zu handhaben, ein großartiges natürliches Ergebnis."
Melanie M. 2 months agoSHODŌ 05
"Toller Pinsel, sowohl als Finish der Foundation als auch für den Auftrag von Puder"
Mandy G. 2 months agoSHODŌ 05
"Very versatile brush, especially for sheered products. Gives great control for a beautiful finish."
Carmen P. 2 months agoSHODŌ 05
"It gives a very beautiful effect on the skin, perfect blending, no harsh lines and suits for most of..."
Yulia M. 2 months agoSHODŌ 05
"If you want your blush to look smooth and like watercolour, this is the brush you need. My blush alw..."
Bronwyn H. 2 months agoSHODŌ 05
"Wispy and pointed tip to apply to highest point of cheek."
Anne M. 2 months agoSHODŌ 05
"This is the best brush that I have used for contouring. It gives a flawless finish. I struggled to u..."
Chimezirim I. 2 months agoSHODŌ 05
"Soft and applies blush products beautifully. Creating a natural look."
Sarah S. 2 months agoSHODŌ 05
"This brush is beautiful! It is like airbrush in a brush lol. This brush uses natural bristles so the..."
Melissa W. 2 months agoSHODŌ 05
"This is the ultimate blush brush. It lays blush down softly but builds pigment too."
Dana M. 2 months agoSHODŌ 05
"This brush completely changed my mind about how much difference a single tool can make. The shape is..."
Tutku M. 2 months agoSHODŌ 05
"The perfect brush size and softness to create a diffused soft blush look"
Natasha H. 2 months agoSHODŌ 05
"It’s perfectly blend my liquid blush, with a soft edge and natural finish"
Chelsie T. 2 months agoSHODŌ 05
"That perfect brush for perfect blush placement and diffusion"
Michelle G. 2 months agoSHODŌ 05
"Perfect brush for the lightest hand application of powder products"
Mayumi B. 2 months agoSHODŌ 05
"An easy way to blend and add colour but not too much to my face. Soft, nice to hold, and a great too..."
Kate T. 2 months agoSHODŌ 05
"I love the angle and whispiness of this brush. the Shodo 05 brush feels to powder products as a call..."
Katharine B. 3 months agoSHODŌ 05
"It isn’t my favorite. Does pick up well nor blend well."
Lauren B. 3 months agoSHODŌ 05
"Great for applying powder blush and highlighters - very natural finish"
Quilla H. 3 months agoSHODŌ 05
"This makes even the most pigmented blush a breeze to apply."
Sergio C. 3 months agoSHODŌ 05
"Soft tapered brush that diffuses makeup easily over the skin"
Alison W. 3 months agoSHODŌ 05
"It create an airy and diffused look of blush, very natural look"
Vivian L. 3 months agoSHODŌ 05
"Brush to have , controls applications and makes makeup look natural"
Dorothy P. 3 months agoSHODŌ 05
"A very versatile brush, good for all powder products on cheek. The shape hugs my cheekbone really we..."
Kristen Y. 3 months agoSHODŌ 05
"Chic, breathable brush for thin layers of setting powder."
Hana S. 3 months agoSHODŌ 05
"Perfect size and very delicate color payoff + beautiful polished results"
Nina D. 3 months agoSHODŌ 05
"The easiest and best brush for diffused application of blush and bronzer"
Marika N. 3 months agoSHODŌ 05
"The perfect candle-shaped brush for blush application"
Kneale C. 3 months agoSHODŌ 05
"It’s a very artisanal and beautifully crafted brush. One side is dome- shaped and the other is like ..."
Marian T. 3 months agoSHODŌ 05
"It’s very well made with high quality materials. The hair is soft on touch, perfect for blending fo..."
Liu K. 3 months agoSHODŌ 05
"I enjoy using it to lightly apply finishing powder on areas of my face. I have not been successful ..."
Jeanne U. 3 months agoSHODŌ 05
"Perfect brush for powders and cream to powder fórmulas. EXCELLENT shape for a small face"
Mariana S. 3 months agoSHODŌ 05
"It distributes blush so beautifully. It’s almost as if you have the best makeup artist in the world ..."
Janine S. 4 months agoSHODŌ 05
"Very helpful to put on your makeup and look natural"
Mary U. 4 months agoSHODŌ 05
"it makes face makeup application look effortless and easy"
Catarina C. 4 months agoSHODŌ 05
"It blends bronzer and blush seamlessly onto the cheeks without applying too much product. It makes a..."
Idil D. 4 months agoSHODŌ 05
"Super soft face brush best to diffuse highly pigmented blushes"
Eliya A. 4 months agoSHODŌ 05
"Versatile face brush for sheered out color products"
Doris F. 4 months agoSHODŌ 05
"A slightly flatter blush designed to diffuse powder products softly across the face"
Vivian T. 4 months agoSHODŌ 05
"Such a good brush with the Perfect shape. I have two of them in my Collection."
Tanja F. 4 months agoSHODŌ 05
"Fantastic brush for a natural blush look, every time."
Rosalia P. 4 months agoSHODŌ 05
"This is my favourite brush, I own three!! It applies and blends beautifully"
Lisa O. 4 months agoSHODŌ 05
"The perfect brush for a flawless finish. You can use it with powders and also with cream or liquids."
Eileen P. 4 months agoSHODŌ 05
"Nice upgrade from my brushes. I don’t know much about makeup brushes"
Jessica C. 4 months agoSHODŌ 05
"Great for powder formulas not creams. Gives a nice gradation to the edges of the blush."
Jessica C. 4 months agoSHODŌ 05
"Dense at the base providing good structure, but soft diffused bristles at the tip that deposit the p..."
Diva E. 4 months agoSHODŌ 05
"Its super soft and does a really good job of blending different powder products, whether its setting..."
Mehret A. 4 months agoSHODŌ 05
"If you lack technique to get that airbrush look or you have a hard time with blushes that have a lot..."
Michelle D. 4 months agoSHODŌ 05
"A nice brush that is easy to use. Washes very well also."
Helen C. 4 months agoSHODŌ 05
"It's an airy application, and key brush for me to get a natural seamless finish."
Angelina B. 4 months agoSHODŌ 05
"It's really easy to apply highly pigmented blushes with it."
Audrone M. 4 months agoSHODŌ 05
"Fantastico! Il prodotto si sfuma facilmente e da un effetto molto naturale e le setole sono facilmen..."
Diego S. 4 months agoSHODŌ 05
"It blends easily and delivers a perfect airbrushed finish. I am not a make-up artist and am impresse..."
Dana S. 4 months agoSHODŌ 05
"Excellent for airbrushed look with powder blush on mature skin."
Althea L. 4 months agoSHODŌ 05
"A "must have" brush for pigmented blushes. This Shodo 05 gives a soft airbrushed result!"
Yvonne V. 4 months agoSHODŌ 05
"Like a normal high quality blush brush but with fine "fingers" to pick up a tiny amount of product f..."
Michelle H. 4 months agoSHODŌ 05
"One-and-done brush, perfect for travelling, no need to pack multiple brushes"
Attila K. 4 months agoSHODŌ 05
"A very different but useable brush. Makes applying heavily pigmented blushes or bronzers a breeze!"
J e B. 5 months agoSHODŌ 05
"It seems smaller as it is, i think through the shape of the hairs"
Natalie S. 5 months agoSHODŌ 05
"Soft and good for use even outside of powder products."
Tabitha S. 5 months agoSHODŌ 05
"an ultra soft brush that delivers a beautifully diffused, skin like finish"
Andrada D. 5 months agoSHODŌ 05
"I like how it gives you that whisper of colour even with very pigmented blushes."
Julia M. 5 months agoSHODŌ 05
"It a VERY versatile brush and would highly recommend it"
Irina C. 5 months agoSHODŌ 05
"Must have for effortless and smooth application of thinner liquid complexion formulas"
Aya K. 5 months agoSHODŌ 05
"It is the perfect brush for powder blush. You don't pick up too much product, and it blends everythi..."
Mareike E. 5 months agoSHODŌ 05
"Soft, distributes product beautifully, airbrushed finish"
Priscilla W. 5 months agoSHODŌ 05
"Soft, flexible and picks up just the right amount of product"
Ginette M. 5 months agoSHODŌ 05
"The Best brush in the world,, my favorite brush in my collection."
Felipe M. 5 months agoSHODŌ 05
"Gives a diffused, natural skin-like finish. One of the best, if not the best brushes I’ve ever usedz"
Shaina S. 5 months agoSHODŌ 05
"If you like natural everyday coverage and easy to accomplish, this is it!"
Angelica A. 5 months agoSHODŌ 05
"I would describe the Shodō 05 as incredibly soft, easy to use, and perfect for detailed face work. I..."
Terri N. 5 months agoSHODŌ 05
"Practically magic! It's like you can not possibly mess up your blush with this brush. It does all th..."
Kate C. 5 months agoSHODŌ 05
"The perfect brush for all powders. It allows for a seamless blend!"
Dulcie P. 5 months agoSHODŌ 05
"Wonderful versatile brush that allows powder of any kind to be well placed and prevents over applica..."
Karen S. 5 months agoSHODŌ 05
"The fibers are soooo nice. When I am in rush I tend to go in with a heavy hand and this brush still ..."
Eri Y. 5 months agoSHODŌ 05
"Really good angled brush for a precise yet defused application"
Hafsa K. 5 months agoSHODŌ 05
"Versatile, soft fluffy natural hair brush which can be used for soft diffuse application of liquids,..."
Amanda T. 5 months agoSHODŌ 05
"It was easy to blend and made the cream blush look effortless and natural."
Erin C. 5 months agoSHODŌ 05
"Fluffy brush with a slight angle so it can apply color to face & blend and diffuse easily; perfect f..."
Caitlin W. 5 months agoSHODŌ 05
"Practical. And is different than all other brushes."
Nancy W. 5 months agoSHODŌ 05