Named after the Japanese drama theaters where they were used to help create elaborate makeup, the traditional kabuki brush has a short handle and dense bristles with a rounded shape. The brushes are primarily used to apply powder products seamlessly as the bristles help dust on just enough product without making your face look cakey or overdone. While face powders, namely loose powders, are the name of the game when it comes to the kabuki brush, you can also use them to apply liquid foundation, just don’t switch back and forth during the same makeup session.Editor’s tip:The kabuki brush has evolved in form over time. While a traditional kabuki brush is perfectly rounded, new versions are available in different shapes, including angled, dome, and flat, which you can choose depending on your beauty needs.Kabuki brushes might work miracles for your makeup, but they don’t have magical self-cleaning powers — you still need to wash them regularly like you do your other brushes. Per the American Academy of Dermatology, dirty makeup brushes are a breeding ground for bacteria. So, to protect your skin and keep your makeup brushes bacteria-free, they recommend washing your brushes at least every seven days. 

Crafted with dense, ultra-soft bristles, the Kabuki Brush effortlessly picks up just the right amount of product, blending it to perfection for a natural, airbrushed finish. The specially designed head diffuses powder products in half the time, making it a time-saving essential for busy mornings or touch-ups on the go.

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For Face: Swirl in your product (foundation, powder, or blush) and blend onto skin in light, circular motions for a flawless finish. For Body: Use with bronzers or shimmers on larger areas like shoulders or arms. The dense bristles ensure smooth, even coverage effortlessly.