Nº 9 Domed Shadow Brush

Hourglass Nº 9 Domed Shadow Brush packs its bristles tightly and rounds off the top, and that combination is what gives you depth of colour on the lid instead of a faint wash. The dome keeps the edges soft while the density keeps the pigment strong.

Type	Dense domed eye shadow brush
Head shape	Rounded top, densely packed bristles
Bristles	Ultra-soft Taklon, high grade and PETA-approved per Hourglass
Handle	Metal with built-in weight
Animal-free	Vegan and cruelty-free

What it actually does

• Builds definition on the eye. Hourglass links the dense packing and the domed top directly to creating definition that you can keep under control.
• Carries more pigment per pass. Tightly packed fibres hold colour rather than scattering it, so a deep shade lands deep the first time.
• Rounds off hard edges. Because the top is domed, the perimeter of the colour diffuses as you work, which is why it does not leave a hard stamp.
• Gentle on eyelid skin. The brand grades the Taklon fibre as high quality and ultra-soft, which keeps a dense brush from feeling scratchy.
• Free of animal hair. Hourglass flags the Taklon as PETA-approved, more hygienic than animal hair and suitable if animal hair sets off an allergy.
• Not powder-only. The brand states cream and liquid formulas can go on it as well, so cream shadows are fair game.
• Steady to hold. Weight in the metal handle is tied by Hourglass to easier blending.

How to use

1. Press the dome flat into your shadow pan rather than swirling — it loads evenly that way.
2. Pat colour onto the centre of the lid first, where you want the most depth.
3. Use small circles at the outer edge to let the rounded tip diffuse the boundary.
4. For cream shadow, work in thin layers and let each one set before adding more.
5. Smudge a little of the same shade under the lower lash line with the very tip.
6. To clean: mild soap, lukewarm water, gentle pressure, then dry it flat so the dome keeps its shape.

Questions

Is this a blending brush?

It diffuses edges as it goes, but its strength is placing colour with definition. If you want to soften a whole crease you will still want a looser, fluffier brush alongside it.

Will it work with cream shadow?

Yes — Hourglass says the bristles take cream, liquid and powder. Wash it after cream use so the density of the head does not trap product.

Is it cruelty-free?

Yes. The brush is vegan and cruelty-free, and the Taklon bristle carries PETA approval.

What is the delivery time?

3 to 21 working days, depending on availability. In-stock brushes arrive sooner; anything ordered in for you takes longer.

What can I pay with?

Credit card, debit card, Instapay and mobile wallets. Cash on delivery is not offered.

What if mine arrives faulty?

Let us know within 1 day of delivery. Returns cover defective, damaged or expired items only; refunds go to the original payment method within 15–30 days.