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SHODŌ EYE SET

$43
 
$55

introducing the shodō collection - the latest innovation from Kumano, Japan.

handcrafted by artisans using a new brush making technique that's adapted from Japanese Calligraphy, the shodō brushes allow you to apply/blend using the side of the brand and get really precise by engaging the tip... much like a traditional calligraphy brush.

key features:

  • use side of brush for diffused application and blending
  • engage tip of the brush whenever you need precision
  • works well with creams. exceptional for powders.
  • set of 3

did you know? Before Kumano, Japan became the makeup brush capital of the world, they were famous for making the world’s best calligraphy brushes.

Product Details+
three natural goat hair brushes with staggered bristle lengths inspired by japanese calligraphy brush construction. each brush features a dense base that tapers to sparse, wispy tips. handles are lightweight with a slim profile. brush head sizes graduate from a narrow detail shape to a broader blending shape.
Reviews+
roughly 85% of community members highlight effortless blending and soft, diffused eyeshadow application as the standout quality. about 38% specifically mention the shodō eye set as a strong performer on hooded or mature eyes. around 12% note a learning curve with the unique brush shape, and a small number of community members noted the brushes can be too sparse or wispy for packing on heavy color. approximately 8% wish for more size variation or a denser brush option within the set.
Usage+
  • blending and diffusing powder eyeshadow (68%)
  • precise outer corner and crease placement (41%)
  • applying cream or liquid eyeshadow (14%)
Product FAQ+

can i do a full eye look with just these three brushes?

about 30% of community members say they use the shodō eye set as their only eye brushes for a complete look. the graduated sizes let you pack color with the flat side, place shadow precisely with the tip, and blend edges with the wispy ends. for shimmer-heavy looks, some community members supplement with a denser flat shader.

will this work on hooded eyes?

roughly 38% of community members specifically mention hooded eyes, and the consensus is strongly positive. the tapered tips fit into smaller lid spaces and crease areas with precision, and the soft bristle construction avoids dragging on delicate skin. many community members with mature or hooded lids say these have become their primary eye brushes.

how do i actually use the calligraphy shape?

the key is angle and pressure. use the tip for detail work like the outer corner or lower lash line, the flat side to lay down a wash of color on the lid, and a light sweeping motion for blending. around 12% of community members note a brief learning curve, but most find the technique intuitive after a few uses. rephr tutorials and community videos on social media can help.

do these work with cream eyeshadows or just powders?

community members primarily use the shodō eye set with powder formulas, but about 14% report good results with cream and liquid eyeshadows as well. the wispy tips spread cream products smoothly and help avoid patchiness. for very stiff or hard-pressed formulas, some community members find pickup requires a bit more effort.

is one brush in the set more versatile than the others?

the shodo 00 is the most frequently praised single brush in the set, with community members calling it their go-to for everything from lid application to crease blending. shodo 02 is favored for precise outer corner and lower lash line work. shodo 03 handles broader blending and diffusing across the lid and crease area.

Handmade in Japan

Handmade in Japan
Handmade in Japan
Handmade in Japan

Meet the Artisan

"Super precise and puts down just enough color without over blending!"
Zihe L. 1 week agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"I love that I can be precise while also be able to softly diffuse product thanks to the shodo shape"
Loren L. 2 weeks agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"Soft bristles make blush placement easy and very blendable"
Cheryl C. 2 weeks agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"They lay down color so smoothly, I feel like a pro!"
Kathleen Z. 3 weeks agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"It is a great set for an ethereal application of eyeshadow. The bristles feel soft and the eyeshadow..."
Gabriela V. 3 weeks agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"These brushes are amazing and very high-quality. I own two sets of these brushes."
Irina I. 1 month agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"These brushes are amazing. They are high-quality and they blend out the eyeshadows so seemingly."
Irina I. 1 month agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"Everything…. I loved this set so much that I bought another one. Shodo collection is very airy, prec..."
Pascale D. 1 month agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"Very different from what i m used to have. Light application"
Isabelle G. 1 month agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"I have used these eye brushes on my hooded eyes and I have to say they do a great job. You can use t..."
Anne-catherine R. 1 month agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"The length of the brush head makes it so easy to apply eyeshadow to my deep set eyes"
Alicia P. 1 month agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"These brushes give your eyes a very natural & blended look because the shoe of these brushes are sti..."
Brenda S. 1 month agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"I love their versatility. Shodo 3 does it all. The others fill in any tiny gaps."
Aliza H. 1 month agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"This eye brush set works beautifully for the eyeshadow application on my maturing eyes- cuts down ti..."
Margarita C. 1 month agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"They are soft and create this gorgeous blended and diffused look"
Elizabeth K. 1 month agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"They are fluffy and give light coverage. Good feeling on the skin"
Rossella L. 1 month agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"The brushes are soft and well sized for me. I don’t like big brushes so these are nice"
Letty A. 1 month agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"The blend that's achieved with the tapered brushes is fantastic and the flat brush is great for pac..."
Marnie S. 1 month agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"This set has almost entirely replaced my other brushes. Because of the design, with a more sparse, b..."
Siri lovise E. 1 month agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"I like that the bristles diffuse the product and give a lighter application."
Spencer S. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"Makes applying eyeshadow so much fun. Luxurious feel."
Navreet K. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"The most silky feeling of the fibers. So well made. Best brushes."
Maria M. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"Love how soft they are and the smooth, easy application"
Ana lucia T. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"I love my shodo set. I don’t need to use any other brushes with this set."
Tonya G. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"I love how soft the brushes are, how they fit my eyes, and how easy it is to apply eye shadow."
Regina O. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"I say these brushes are like pointy paint brushes for your eyes. And it makes it so easy to blend yo..."
Iris G. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"I like the level of firmness on these brushes. They've enough softness to not be scratchy while als..."
Lisa A. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"I wash my brushes after each use and these have held up superbly. They have retained their integrity..."
Natalie R. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"These brushes make blending easier than any others I have ever used, and I am almost embarrassed at ..."
Angel S. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"The bristles are super soft and it blends like a dream"
Bara J. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"The soft bristles are incredible. It makes it super easy to target where the color should go and als..."
Norlene L. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"brush exceeded all my expectations. The bristles are the perfect balance of fluffy and firm, allowin..."
Fatmah Z. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"The bristles are very light and airy making it very easy to blend and give an ethereal application"
Isabel P. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"Diffused eyeshadow colour so easily and naturally ...effortless"
Gay L. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"Very high quality. Easy makeup application. Love it!"
Ann-kristine G. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"Beautifully soft brushes. Great for controlling pigment and detailing."
Lucy S. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"This is hands down one of the best brushes I’ve used for eye makeup. It’s exceptional for smudging e..."
Manika W. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"Shodo eye brushes are my favorite. Their softness and the ease with which they blend eyeshadow make ..."
Gracia G. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"They blend so well and the size gives a lot of control."
Maria L. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"I really liked the simplicity of the collection, there are three brushes which makes it easy to dist..."
Anne R. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"It’s the way I can use every piece of the brush. The tip the sides the top half all of it. It’s incr..."
Tracy J. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"These calligraphy-like brushes were completely new to me, so I wasn’t sure how they would perform at..."
Eva O. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"These brushes are unlike any other. I'm in love. The 00 is THE perfect brush for my aging and hooded..."
Laura L. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"Love all the brushes, they are the perfect addition to my brush collection"
Izabella F. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"Absolute favorite style of brushes for perfectly diffused powder products. Looking forward to more."
Rm D. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"The whole concept of the shodo brushes makes gentle yet precise application and blending superior to..."
Jan B. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"I have mature eyes. The brushes in the Shodo set apply shadows beautifully over mature skin."
Lisa H. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"precise blending with the wispy tips, while also having control with the density at the base"
Romeo V. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"Extra soft which makes me feel like an expert because they apply and blend so well"
Amy D. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"It lays down products in the most natural way so there is no fear for any heavy hand with eyeshadow..."
Kennis A. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"They are so soft in comparison to my other brushes, the build quality is superb. I used to wear mak..."
Pauline C. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"Shapes and pickup of the product. How the product lays down. The wispy nature of the brushes allows..."
Aleksandra Z. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"I'm still learning, but these gems help me keep shadows soft and subtle. Best for my aging eyelids."
Deborah M. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"The tip of the brushes is amazing. It’s so versatile, combining both precision and great blending in..."
Renata K. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"The brushes are soft and doesn’t hurt my lids. Application goes on smoothly"
Do-in C. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"I like how these brushes come to a point at the end. It really gets into the crease and does a great..."
Megan T. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"How it regulates pressure. And diffuses the pigment"
Daniella F. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"These eye brushes are the best. My eye makeup has become easier and more beautiful: always well blen..."
Alessandra B. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"The ease of application. You don’t really need to do much blending the brushes do that for you."
Denise A. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"The precision and diffusion of the brushes are really great"
Alban R. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"These are beautiful brushes. I have small eyes and these work very well. And the feathery tip makes ..."
Olimpia A. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"What I like most about these brushes is how soft they are and how well they blend eyeshadows. I have..."
Vanessa A. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"This is a really great set. I especially like the shape of the brushes. There's something for every ..."
Conny S. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"Great set for precise eye work. My favorite is the thinnest brush — it’s incredibly versatile. I can..."
Yana K. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"Nice soft goat brushes that produce a soft blend. Very happy with this purchase."
Donna M. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"So easy to apply and blend shadow without using to much."
Danette B. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"I like that these brushes are easy to use and doesn't deposit too much of eyeshadows. I don't like ..."
Atoka S. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"Love how easy they are to blend pigmented colors with"
Krysta R. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"Love how easy they are to use and blend many different eyeshadow formulas"
Krysta R. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"While I love the eye collection I don’t see much of a difference in product application with my synt..."
Mayra L. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"They are so soft but hold the pigment so strongly! Effortless use and perfect application each time..."
Courtney B. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"The Shodo 02 brush is the star of the show for me. I find the other two a bit large for my lids and ..."
Atinuke O. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"When you think you can't do better, the Shodo collection comes out. They're wonderful for my mature ..."
Pamela D. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"I love how soft and easy to use these brushes are."
Davette C. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"The blend is quick and almost like watercolor. They are the most unique brushes I own."
Allyson S. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"The minimalist approach and precision. I love How well thought the Shodo collection is. Every brush ..."
Zeljka P. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"These brushes are lovely. I love how they feel on the eyes. They do a beautiful job blending."
Yvette A. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"They apply eyeshadow so easily and don’t require much blending.excellent for a natural look."
Rania B. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"The shodō collection stands out for its craftsmanship. The brushes feel refined, durable, and perfor..."
Minh D. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"I love the versatility of these brushes. The different size in the bristles gives me a much more pre..."
Catherine L. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"Ok this set is next level for eyebrows applications. Love how bristles are designed to be fluffy but..."
Alma A. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"Perfect for dark pigmented eyeshadows and liquid eyeshadow blends like a dream"
Wedad 0554345587 A. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"I love the softness of the bristles on my crepey eyelids. They blend difficult shadows seamlessly an..."
Robin M. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"I love this brush set! This is my introduction into the Shodo collection of brushes and I was not d..."
Donna C. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"The softness of the brushes and how easy there are for blending"
Penny B. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"What a difference in eye makeup application this makes. It's so effortless and blends like a dream."
Katherine P. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"This set is amazing for eyeshadows that tend to go patchy due to over pigmentation. They apply seeml..."
Amy J. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"They blend so beautifully and don’t lay down too much shadow from the first."
Kerri T. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"The wispy tip on the brushes make blending edges of colour placement easy."
Marcia M. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"Due to the unique placement of the natural hair, one brush can do all my eye makeup. I love the Shod..."
Melissa P. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"They are very easy to use and the LED eyeshadow glides on very well."
Laétitia H. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"This set contains about everything you need to do a look from simple everyday to a full glam, effort..."
Nga D. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"Very easy to use; you can use the tip of the brush or the side of the brush; very good quality!"
Branca D. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"Good variety of brushes and a good size for my hooded eyes."
Christine H. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"The true balance of Wispy ends & a dense middle lends itself to such an ideal tool."
Patricia B. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"Hands down, my favorite eye set. I have very hooded eyes so placing color can be tricky, as well as..."
Jess S. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"I love how precise these are - the tapered shape makes it very easy to place eyeshadow and blend car..."
Gina N. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"I love these..the fact that I don’t have or think I’ve ever seen brushes like these..is fabulous The..."
Juliana C. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"They blend beautifully! I am still figuring out which to use best for what, but having played a bit ..."
Nabila E. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"These are my first natural hair brushes, they feel amazing. However, they lack precision for my begi..."
Daria G. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"It has everything you need to create a complete eye look."
Sherry H. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"I love the Shodo Collection brushes and use them daily. I have entire sets of artist created brushes..."
Shona G. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"These are some of my favorite brushes that I use daily."
Shona G. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"The best brushes - blend seamlessly and so effortlessly. I already own two sets. Use them everyday."
Malin E. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"I really enjoy all of the shodo brushes. They've become some of my favorite brushes."
Tammi R. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"These were the brushes I needed all along. I've had a lot of classic eye brushes but always felt lik..."
Gabbie T. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"This eye set diffuser powder shades beautifully. The goals work very well for hooded eyes."
Toni d S. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"A brush for every detail!!! I received a more airbrushed application. All shadows were easily blende..."
Darla H. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"I love how the bristles splay out at the tips so you can get the best blending for a softer effect."
Lisa G. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"Love the shodō eye shadow brushes. Love how eyeshadow application is easy and precise. I bought a se..."
Bernadette G. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"I love these eye brushes. I have loose eyelid skin due to my age, and these brushes lay my eyeshadow..."
Janet S. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"Beautifully crafted brushed that are supersoft and work wonderfully"
Estner M. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"These brushes are elegantly packaged and feel really lovely on the skin. I actually use 02 to smoot..."
Diana R. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"I especially love how soft the brushes are—especially the tips of the brush and how effortlessly eas..."
Diana N. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"Great for diffuse natural eye look and great pointed brush"
An B. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"Excellent products, I like the shape, especially for hidden eyelids. The material is easy to apply a..."
Anita T. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"I like their suppleness, while I enjoy my other eye brushes (01,02,14,14&15) they aren’t quite as su..."
Mayu V. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"I love these brushes for softly feathering color onto my lids rather than packing and blending out."
Kristina V. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"All of the shodo brushes are fantastic! These are great for every day eyeshadow, powders apply so ev..."
Sophia P. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"Just great at applying shadow and blending so easily"
Rachel K. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"Best eye make up brushes I have. Easy to use and great quality"
Leigh B. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"The way these bruises give me the best detail in my makeup look is incredible! I adore these brushes"
Tannia T. 2 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"The vibe :) I mean it's a very good brush, with unique qualities, super convenient for makeup with l..."
Daria G. 3 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"The way the brushes are cut just makes eyeshadow application really seamless! It deposits colour rea..."
Jennie T. 3 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"I love how soft they are and how good they are at diffusing color"
Fangyuan Z. 4 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"Softness and that it doesn’t pick up too much color for dark colors"
Anielka A. 4 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"Love how unique they are compared to anything else I own"
James G. 4 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"The soho brushes are my favorite brushes out of my entire collection! They are soft, easy to blend ..."
Larissa M. 4 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"They blend really well and I can easily achieve new shapes I’m experimenting with"
Nicole S. 4 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"the shape is so perfect for applying and blending shadows"
Verena P. 4 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"I love the softer and smaller bristles for blending and shading. I use them every single day."
Molly O. 5 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"I can’t live without these brushes, I could easily replace all my number ones and number two brushes..."
Yulia K. 6 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"I particularly love the Shodo 02 and Shodo 00. They are some of the most unique brushes in my collec..."
Magda J. 7 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"Easy to control and blend eyeshadow beautifully without"
Vivian B. 9 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"These brushes add more accurate application to an eye look while still blending softly."
Tiffany J. 9 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET
"These are small but fluffy so I can lay down shadow h blend easily for a light application"
Candi H. 9 months agoSHODŌ EYE SET