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Brush Hair Guide
The bristle material of a makeup brush is the soul that determines its performance. Different materials vary significantly in texture, surface structure, and absorbency, directly impacting how well makeup adheres and how refined the finish appears.
Synthetic Fibers：
Modern synthetic bristles feature a smooth, scale-free surface, making them ideal for handling creamy and liquid products. They absorb minimal product (low product pickup), evenly distributing all foundations or concealers to prevent waste and deliver a streak-free, polished finish. They are typically easy to clean, exceptionally durable, and can be made to feel extremely soft.Synthetic fibers form the core of modern makeup brush technology. Through advancements in materials science, they have not only achieved 100% vegan and cruelty-free status but also attained a high degree of specialization and versatility in performance.
Engineered Synthetic Fibers for Custom Makeup Brushes Key Advantages:
As a trusted Cosmetic Brush Manufacturer, MECO Brush is dedicated to crafting high-performance tools that combine quality, innovation, and precision. Our synthetic brush materials are durable, easy to clean, and hypoallergenic, ensuring comfort and long-lasting use. They are also highly versatile — ideal for a wide range of cosmetic products, especially liquid and cream formulas. With excellent moldability, MECO Brush can design and produce Custom Makeup Brushes in any form, from ultra-fine eyeliner brushes to densely packed foundation brushes, achieving both professional functionality and a luxurious application experience.
Common Types:
🌟 PBT Fiber (Polybutylene Terephthalate): This is the mainstream material for high-quality synthetic bristles today. It is exceptionally durable, resistant to chemical corrosion (withstands cosmetics and cleaning agents), and easily molded into various shapes and thicknesses.
🌟 “Taklon” (a type of nylon): Once synonymous with high-quality synthetic bristles, specifically referring to an exceptionally smooth and soft nylon fiber. Today, “Taklon” has become a generic term, often denoting high-quality PBT or nylon fibers.
🌟 Performance/Bionic Fibers: This represents the forefront of material innovation. Leading manufacturers (such as Mecobrush) employ patented micro-processing techniques on PBT fibers:
🌹Textured/Bionic Scales: Physically or chemically creating microscopic textures resembling animal fur on smooth fiber surfaces. This enhances powder pickup while retaining synthetic hair's low-maintenance advantages.
🌹Shaped Cross-sections: Features like star-shaped or triangular cross-sections increase gaps between fibers, enhancing fluffiness and powder pickup capacity.
🌹Antibacterial Treatment: Infuses fibers with antimicrobial agents (e.g., silver ions) for enhanced hygiene, particularly suited for acne-prone skin.
🌟 “Taklon” (a type of nylon): Once synonymous with high-quality synthetic bristles, specifically referring to an exceptionally smooth and soft nylon fiber. Today, “Taklon” has become a generic term, often denoting high-quality PBT or nylon fibers.
🌟 Performance/Bionic Fibers: This represents the forefront of material innovation. Leading manufacturers (such as Mecobrush) employ patented micro-processing techniques on PBT fibers:
🌹Textured/Bionic Scales: Physically or chemically creating microscopic textures resembling animal fur on smooth fiber surfaces. This enhances powder pickup while retaining synthetic hair's low-maintenance advantages.
🌹Shaped Cross-sections: Features like star-shaped or triangular cross-sections increase gaps between fibers, enhancing fluffiness and powder pickup capacity.
🌹Antibacterial Treatment: Infuses fibers with antimicrobial agents (e.g., silver ions) for enhanced hygiene, particularly suited for acne-prone skin.
Performance and Application Areas:
🌟 Performance Core: Smooth surface, no hair scales (or controlled texture), non-absorbent to water/oil.
🌟 Application Areas (Liquid/Cream):
🌹Foundation brushes, concealer brushes, lip brushes: This is where synthetic hair truly shines. By not absorbing product, it delivers liquid foundations, concealers, and other wet formulas fully onto the skin without waste. Their smooth surface enables even, streak-free application and buffing for a flawless finish.
🌟 Application Areas (Powder):
🌹Highlighter brushes, blush brushes (for color payoff): Smooth fibers pick up the right amount of powder for precise, highly pigmented application.
High-Performance Bionic Hair (for blending): Specially treated bionic fibers now excel at blending powder products, achieving results increasingly comparable to high-quality animal hair.
🌟 Application Areas (Liquid/Cream):
🌹Foundation brushes, concealer brushes, lip brushes: This is where synthetic hair truly shines. By not absorbing product, it delivers liquid foundations, concealers, and other wet formulas fully onto the skin without waste. Their smooth surface enables even, streak-free application and buffing for a flawless finish.
🌟 Application Areas (Powder):
🌹Highlighter brushes, blush brushes (for color payoff): Smooth fibers pick up the right amount of powder for precise, highly pigmented application.
High-Performance Bionic Hair (for blending): Specially treated bionic fibers now excel at blending powder products, achieving results increasingly comparable to high-quality animal hair.
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Natural Hair
Natural animal hair has long been the preferred choice for luxury makeup brushes, valued for its unparalleled softness and superior blending capabilities. Its performance largely comes from its natural cuticle structure, which enhances powder pickup and release. Traditional animal hair — such as goat or squirrel hair — features a fine cuticle surface that allows it to “grip” powder at the tip of each bristle and gradually release it during application. This results in soft gradients and effortless blending, making it ideal for powder-based products.
As a professional Cosmetic Brush Manufacturer, MECO Brush utilizes high-quality natural materials to craft Custom Makeup Brushes that balance artistry and performance. Each brush is designed to deliver exceptional texture, smooth powder distribution, and a luxurious touch — while maintaining precise craftsmanship that meets the standards of top beauty brands.
Goat Hair:
🌟 Introduction: This is the most versatile and commonly used “mainstay” hair in natural bristle brushes.
🌟 Grading (Key): Not all goat hair is created equal. Grades are determined by softness, elasticity, and the integrity of the hair tips (tip integrity):
Saikoho: Top-grade hair sourced from the goat's neck and chin. Exceptionally soft, fine, and velvety to the touch with perfectly intact tips. Used for premium powder and blush brushes.
Medium Fine Tip (Zukohoko): Second only to Saikoho in quality, offering excellent softness and elasticity. Preferred for high-quality blending brushes and face brushes.
Coarse Fine Tip/Medium Coarse Tip (Jukoho): Features good elasticity and slightly less softness, but excels at powder pickup. Commonly used for eyeshadow brushes or contour brushes requiring elasticity.
🌟 Applications: Loose powder brushes, blush brushes, contour brushes, eyeshadow blending brushes.
Weasel / Kolinsky Sable:
Introduction: Renowned for its exceptional elasticity and tapered precision.
Performance: The bristle tip naturally forms a sharp point and quickly rebounds under pressure.
Applications: Lip brush (for precise lip lining), eyeliner brush (for fine lines), professional concealer brush (for spot application on imperfections).
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Horse Hair:
Performance: Relatively firm with good elasticity, but average softness.
Applications: Cost-effective. Commonly used in eyebrow brushes (requiring firmness to comb hair) or blended with goat hair to enhance elasticity and powder pickup in eyeshadow brushes.
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Squirrel Hair:
Introduction: Synonymous with “luxury,” typically referring to Grey Squirrel or Blue Squirrel hair.
Performance: Exceptionally soft, with a feather-light feel, though lacking elasticity. Its tightly packed scales provide excellent powder pickup yet deliver gentle release.
Applications: Designed for light, sheer makeup finishes. Ideal for highlighter brushes (creating a “dewy glow” rather than a “metallic sheen”), setting brushes, and blush brushes (for highly pigmented, prone-to-clumping blushes). Not suitable for techniques requiring ‘poking’ or “pressing.”
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Natural Hair Crafted for Exceptional Brush Performance：
Natural Hair Crafted for Exceptional Brush Performance：
Core Feature: Natural cuticles on the surface.
Powder Pickup: Cuticles act like “claws” to firmly grasp loose powders (eyeshadow, loose powder, blush).
Blending Power: During application, the cuticles gradually release powder with hand movements, achieving “seamless blending”—an unmatched advantage of natural hair.
Applications: Suitable for nearly all powder products, especially as blending brushes, powder brushes, and blush/contour brushes.
Disadvantages: High cost, requires meticulous maintenance (improper cleaning causes shedding), unsuitable for liquid/cream products (bristles absorb product), and does not align with vegan trends.
How to Choose Custom Makeup Brush Bristles： Synthetic Fibers vs. Natural Fibers
🌟 If your brand focuses on vegan or cruelty-free products, opt for high-end synthetic fibers.
🌟 If your brand targets high-end makeup professionals, natural hair like goat or squirrel hair may deliver superior performance.
🌟 For travel or everyday brushes, synthetic fibers are more durable and easier to clean.
🌟 For studio or professional-grade use, natural fibers offer refined texture and effects.
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| Features | Synthetic Hair | Natural Style |
| Softness | Very soft (depending on fiber grade) | Naturally soft, luxurious feel |
| Durability | Very durable, water-resistant | Frequent washing may accelerate wear. |
| Best suited for | Liquid and cream products | Powder Products |
| Maintenance | Easy to clean | Requires gentle care |
| Vegan-friendly | ✅ Yes | ❌ No |
| Cost | More affordable | Generally higher |
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