Handcrafted in Kumano, Japan, by the oldest brush maker in the world using traditional techniques, this silky-soft cruelty-free brush makes applying concealer and touching up makeup practically effortless. The tiny pointed brush tip is so precise, which is especially key with concealer: Swirl the brush in concealer (Vital Foundation Stick actually does double duty as concealer), brush the pigment over blemishes, dark circles, or other imperfections, then pat (never rub) with your finger to blend, so the pigment stays where you need it, blending imperceptibly into your skin.

• Nylon fibers with birch wood handle