Da vinci nova synthetics are blend of 3 different diameters of synthetic that enhance color-carrying capacity for clean, even brush strokes | Slightly softer in feel than the da vinci top acryl short handle brushes | High quality, elastic fibers maintain their shape after vigorous use easy to clean | Expertly shaped and tapered inherent to the qualities of synthetic rather than natural hair | Certified green manufacturing with sustainable wood handles handmade in germany at our family owned factory since 1890