#22 Blending Brush

NARS #22 Blending Brush is the soft, tapered, fluffy head that takes a hard edge of shadow and turns it into a gradient. It is sized for the crease of the eye, and because the point is narrow it also doubles as a precise highlighter brush on small areas of the face.

What it actually does

• Diffuses colour into the crease. The large tapered, fluffy shape is designed specifically for blending shadow through the crease of the eye.
• Doubles as a small-area highlighter brush. NARS notes it can place highlighter precisely on narrow parts of the face.
• Powder, medium coverage. The brush is classed as powder formulation with medium coverage and a synthetic bristle type.
• Durable, hypoallergenic fibres. The synthetic hair keeps its shape, rinses clean easily, and NARS flags it as suited to sensitive skin.

How to use

1. Load very little product — a blending brush works best when it is almost clean.
2. Work in small circles or a windscreen-wiper motion along the crease to soften the edges of whatever you already laid down.
3. For highlighter, tap the tapered tip into the product and press it onto the inner corner of the eye, the brow bone or the top of the cheekbone.

Cleaning it

1. Dispense a little gentle soap or brush shampoo into the bristles.
2. Rinse with water until no colour comes out.
3. Keep water off the handle.
4. Reshape the fluffy tip gently, then leave it flat or hanging bristles-down to dry.

Is it right for you?

Questions

What is the difference between this and the #20?

The #20 is a flat paddle that places colour across the whole lid. This one is tapered and fluffy, so it moves colour around and softens edges in the crease rather than depositing a solid layer. Most people end up using both.

Can I use it for highlighter?

Yes — NARS specifically mentions targeted highlighter application on small areas of the face, which is where the tapered tip helps.

Is it alright for sensitive eyes?

The fibres are synthetic and hypoallergenic, which NARS says makes the brush suitable for use on sensitive skin. Washing it regularly is still the single best thing you can do for reactive eyes.

How long does delivery take?

Delivery takes 3 to 21 working days, depending on availability. In-stock brushes arrive at the short end of that; anything we bring in for you takes longer.

Payment and returns?

We take credit card, debit card, Instapay and mobile wallets — no cash on delivery. Returns are for defective, damaged or expired items only, reported within 1 day of delivery, refunded to the original payment method within 15–30 days.