European’s leading brush manufacturer since 1793

For over 230 years, Raphaël has partnered with visionary brands, designing and crafting personalized, hand-made brushes that shape the future of beauty.

The expertise of a Master Brushmaker at the service of beauty

We’ve been making brushes for top Makeup Artists for decades. Their technique and creative vision shape our expertise. Raphaël brushes are known for their quality, precision, and lasting performance.

Close-up of artisan at Raphaël using hot stamping machine to mark brush handles – traditional French craftsmanship

By enthusiasts for enthusiasts

Discover the secrets behind the creation of an exceptional cosmetic brush

Download our exclusive white paper “The secrets behind the development of a cosmetic brush” and go behind the scenes of our expertise: materials, design, industrial processes… everything you need to know to create a high-performance, differentiating brush.

Unique expertise inherited from the Beaux-Arts

Raphaël Makeup Brushes is part of the Max Sauer group, a major player in the global fine arts industry that includes the brands Sennelier, Berge, Isabey, and Raphaël Fine Arts.
Born of the prestigious heritage of the Beaux-Arts, Raphaël cosmetic brushes are true tools of expression, adapted to each cosmetic formula to sublimate your talent.

The brush in an extension of the hand and is a fundamental tool for a makeup artist. And whether he is a professionnal or an amateur, his canvas is the face and/or the body.
Dany SANZ, Founder of Make Up For Ever

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Raphaël x Guerlain: the perfect selection

06/23/2025

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