Pig bristle shaving brush

How do you use a boar bristle shaving brush?

Shaving soap or shaving cream should be foamed with water and a shaving brush. With the shaving brush you can apply and distribute the shaving foam well. Wet the brush with lukewarm water and apply a little shaving cream. Or soap it with the shaving soap. Move the brush with a light circular motion over the area to be shaved. Beard hairs are as hard as copper wires. But also absorb water. So take your time. Apply the shaving foam to the face for at least 1 minute. This makes the beard hairs softer and softer. This makes shaving easier. Applying less pressure with the razor ensures more shaving comfort and less shaving irritation afterwards.

How do you maintain a pig bristle shaving brush?

A shaving brush is a handmade product and has a long lifespan. Poor maintenance and improper cleaning cause a brush to lose hair. After use, clean the shaving brush thoroughly with lukewarm water, blow it dry and finally hang it upside down in a shaving brush holder. This allows it to diffuse well. And you will enjoy your beautiful shaving brush for longer.

Which shaving brush should I buy?

The choice is huge. There are shaving brushes of different price ranges and sizes. Most pig bristle shaving brushes have a plastic or plexiglass handle and are comfortable to hold.

Which brands sell pig bristle shaving brushes?

The largest manufacturers of shaving brushes are the German Mühle en nom, the English Edwin Jagger and Omega from Italy. If you like sleek and modern design, choose Muhle or nom . Edwin Jagger from Sheffield sells typical English shaving brushes: classic and traditional. If you are more of a fan of frivolous, classic and fresh design, then use a shaving brush from Omega.

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