What it is: A soft and dense brush designed to shade or blend powder eyeshadows. What it does: The MAC 239S Eye Shader Brush is a soft and dense brush to shade or blend any form of eye shadow. This MAC eye shadow brush has a rounded edge with smooth, firm, fine fibres. It can be used in a sweeping, stamping or stippling motion to apply eye shadows or pigments. This brush can create a soft smoky eye look or pack intense colour onto lids. It can be used for layering to build colour, or to blend out or smudge liner for a smoky look. MAC professional brushes are hand-sculpted and assembled using the finest quality materials. They feature wood handles with nickel-plated brass ferrules. The brush is hand-sculpted and assembled using the finest-quality materials. It is engineered with high-grade synthetic fibres that are resistant to breakage. The nonporous fibers make the brush easy to clean. How to use: Apply color by either sweeping, stamping or stippling, then blend if necessary. Proper care will maintain the integrity and quality of the bristles so they continue to deliver perfectly consistent results over time. Clean brushes daily using a soft cloth or a towel dampened with MAC Brush Cleanser (sold separately). Gently wipe brush head over the cloth until all makeup has been removed. For weekly care, wash brushes using MAC Brush Cleanser (sold separately) and warm water. Wet the head, making sure the brush head is pointed downward to prevent water from seeping into the barrel, as you gently massage the fibers with your fingers - working toward the tip. Rinse well. Carefully squeeze excess water from the brush head, wipe on a soft towel and gently arrange fibres back into their original shape. Lay flat on a fresh towel and allow brush to dry naturally. Do not stand up or use until completely dry. Synthetic bristles