Among the hairs used for makeup brushes, it is one of the rarest and most high-quality materials. The thin and delicate bristles feel good on the skin, and its excellent firmness and superior powder retention cover all the elements that are essential for a makeup brush. As the hair is short, it is usually used in eye shadow brushes. The incredibly rare long hairs are used in cheek and highlight brushes, and their production is limited to only a handful of manufacturers.