


BRUSH 05
flagship powder brush
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
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Usage+−
- powder blush application and blending (65%)
- bronzer placement and diffusion (40%)
- setting or finishing powder application (18%)
Product FAQ+−
can i use this for cream blush or just powder?
most community members use brush 05 with powder products, where it truly excels. around 15% of community members report success with cream blush and cream bronzer as well, noting that a tapping or stippling motion works well. a few community members found creams harder to blend with this brush due to the softness of the bristles, so a lighter hand helps.
will this work on a small face?
about 20% of community members specifically mention having a smaller face and find brush 05 to be a great fit for targeted placement of blush and bronzer. the slightly flattened shape gives control over where product lands. a small number of community members with very petite faces felt it was a touch too large for precise blush, but most found the size versatile.
how do i get a natural look with really pigmented blush?
community members consistently say brush 05 is ideal for taming highly pigmented blushes. the natural bristles pick up a controlled amount of product, so color builds gradually rather than landing all at once. many recommend tapping off excess before applying and using light, sweeping strokes to layer color to the desired intensity.
can i use it for both blush and bronzer or do i need two?
brush 05 is widely used as a multitasker. roughly 30% of community members use a single brush 05 for both blush and bronzer, sometimes wiping it between products. many community members who love the brush end up purchasing a second one to dedicate to each product.
does the brush change shape after washing?
about 10% of community members noticed the brush becomes slightly fluffier or loses its original tapered shape after the first wash. most found this resolved by gently reshaping the bristles with their fingers while damp and letting it dry in its original form. some community members actually preferred the slightly bloomed shape for a more diffused application.


