#21 Small Eyeshadow Brush

The NARS #21 Small Eyeshadow Brush has a paddle shape, which is what makes it a placement tool rather than a blending one. It's cut for shading a specific part of the lid and for setting highlight under the brow bone, and it's built from durable synthetic fibres.

Shape	Paddle
Use for	Targeted shading on the lids · highlight below the brows
Coverage	Medium to full
Fibres	Synthetic · hypoallergenic

What it actually does

• Puts colour exactly where you aim it. The flat paddle head is made for precise shading on the lid rather than sweeping shadow around.
• Doubles as a brow-bone highlighter. NARS lists highlighting beneath the eyebrows as one of its two intended jobs.
• Picks up pigment properly. It's rated for medium to full coverage, so a single press moves a real amount of product.
• Suits sensitive skin. The fibres are hypoallergenic, and the brand notes they're well suited to sensitive skin.
• Easy to keep clean. Synthetic hypoallergenic fibres wash and dry without the fuss natural hair needs.
• Cut to the house method. Each brush in the range is shaped around François Nars' own signature techniques.

How to use

1. Press the flat side of the head into your shadow — don't swirl it.
2. Pat the colour straight down onto the lid where you want it darkest, then stop.
3. Flip to the thin edge for tighter placement along the lash line or in the crease.
4. Use the same brush dry to press a lighter shade under the arch of the brow.
5. Wash with a gentle soap, reshape the head with your fingers, and dry it lying flat.

Is it right for you?

Questions

Is this a blending brush?

No. The paddle shape is built for targeted shading and for highlight under the brow. You'll want a separate fluffier brush to soften the edges afterwards.

What are the bristles made of?

Durable synthetic hair. The fibres are hypoallergenic, which NARS notes makes them simple to clean and suitable for sensitive skin.

Can I use it with cream shadow?

Synthetic fibres handle cream and powder formulas alike. Wash it between the two so cream product doesn't cake into the base of the head.

How long does delivery take, and how do I pay?

Delivery takes 3 to 21 working days, depending on availability. Payment is by credit card, debit card, Instapay or mobile wallet — cash on delivery isn't offered.

Can I return a brush?

Only if it arrives defective, damaged or expired, and only if you tell us within 1 day of delivery. Send a photo and we'll sort it; approved refunds go back to the original payment method within 15–30 days. Used brushes can't be returned for change of mind.