What means XGF goat hair ?
XGF goat hair stands for Xi Guang Feng, which is the highest grade and most premium quality of goat hair used to make luxury cosmetic and artistic brushes.
Harvested mainly from the animal’s back, neck, legs or armpits, XGF goat hair is characterized by an exceptionally fine, long, straight and ultra-soft tip.
Due to its superior quality and rarity, it is the most expensive goat hair on the market.
Key features of XGF goat hair :
- Extreme softness: Offers an ultra-soft and delicate feel, safe and non-irritating for sensitive skin,
- Excellent powder adhesion: Adheres naturally to powder formulations, ensuring even distribution and a flawless result,
- Perfect blending: The fine, tapered bristles allow for easy blending of lines for a flawless finish.
Common uses :
- Luxury makeup brushes: Used by high-end brand for liquid, cream & cushion foundation textures, powder brushes (fan, face, contour and eyeshadow blending),
- Association: HighEnd brands like ESASH® • Natural Beauty Deluxe Brushes always pair XGF goat hair with copper ferule and premium handle for balance and targeted application,
- ESASH® Artistry makeup brush Collection is using exclusively XGF goat hair for its unparalleled softness, perfect blending and durability while ESASH® Creativity makeup brush Collection is using a blend 70% XGF goat hair with synthetic hair.
Would you like to know how XGF goat hair compares to other qualities of goat hair ? Follow the guide regarding the classification of goat hair.