


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
Product Details+−
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Usage+−
- packing shimmer or matte shadow on the lid (74%)
- smudging shadow or liner along the lower lash line (31%)
- applying cream or liquid eyeshadow (22%)
Product FAQ+−
can i use brush 02 for shimmer and glitter shadows?
yes, and this is one of its most popular uses. about 41% of community members specifically mention using brush 02 for shimmer, glitter, or metallic eyeshadows. the dense bristles pick up sparkly formulas effectively and deposit them on the lid with strong color payoff. many community members say it performs close to using a fingertip for foiled or metallic shades.
will this work on hooded eyes?
around 12% of community members specifically mention having hooded eyes and finding brush 02 well suited for their lid shape. the compact size allows for precise shadow placement in limited lid space without color spreading where you do not want it. several community members with mature or hooded lids call it their go-to daily brush.
can i use brush 02 with cream eyeshadow?
about 22% of community members report using brush 02 with cream, liquid, or stick eyeshadow formulas. it spreads cream products evenly across the lid and works well for patting and smoothing. a small number of community members noted that very dense or cream-to-powder formulas can be slightly harder to blend compared to powder shadows.
how does brush 02 compare to a mac 239?
community members frequently draw this comparison. the general consensus is that brush 02 has a similar paddle shape but is softer, picks up pigment more efficiently, and offers slightly better blending capability. some note it is a bit thinner and more flexible than the mac 239, which gives it added versatility for detail work along the lash line.
is brush 02 good for a quick one-and-done eye look?
many community members use brush 02 as their only eye brush for simple, everyday looks. its size covers the mobile lid efficiently, and the tapered edge lets you smudge along the lash line or work the outer corner without switching brushes. roughly 15% of community members describe it as their most reached-for or daily-use brush.



