SHODŌ 05
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.
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- powder blush application and diffusing (78%)
- bronzer and contour blending (41%)
- cream or liquid blush and foundation (27%)
Product FAQ+−
can i use this for cream and liquid products or just powders?
about 27% of community members use the shodō 05 with cream or liquid formulas, including cream blush, liquid blush, and even light foundation. most find it blends creams smoothly, though around 65% say it truly excels with powder products where its staggered bristles create the most diffused, natural finish.
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 80% say it makes it nearly impossible to over-apply product. the wispy, varied-length bristles pick up a controlled amount and deposit it gradually, so even bold, pigmented blushes go on as a soft wash of color.
is it big enough to use for bronzer or setting powder too?
about 41% of community members use the shodō 05 for bronzer and contour, and many find the size works well for targeted placement on the cheeks. for all-over setting powder, some note the brush head could be larger. a number of community members have requested a bigger version for broader face application.
how do i get the best results with the angled shape?
community members use the shodō 05 in a few ways. the tapered tip is popular for placing color at the highest point of the cheek, while the flatter side covers a wider area for a more diffused sweep. many find that a light patting or stippling motion works well for building color gradually, while sweeping motions give a softer wash.
does it work well on smaller faces?
many community members with smaller faces say the shodō 05 is an ideal size for precise placement without covering too large an area. around 15% of community members actually wish for a slightly smaller version for even more targeted work, but the majority find it well-suited across face sizes.
Handmade in Japan
