The pastry brush is made of natural boar bristles that remain soft and pliable. Each bristle is thick so you can apply more liquid and make spreading ice pastes, icings, butter, syrups and sauces faster. The angled head keeps the bristles off the work surface, so both the brush and the work surfaces stay cleaner. The soft, non-slip handle is comfortable to hold, and the brush is dishwasher safe.