Shaving Brushes

Mens shaving brush

Although you can certainly shave without a shaving brush, it does add an extra dimension. And if you already own a nice razor and other gear, why not use a good shaving brush for the perfect shaving lather?

Why use a shaving brush?

A shaving brush serves multiple purposes. First, a good shaving brush helps to whip shaving soap or shaving cream into a nice lather. This works best in a shaving bowl. It takes a bit of technique, but the result is worth it.

A second reason to use a shaving brush is that it helps to lift the beard hairs upright, making them easier to shave off. It is also a more effective method of applying the shaving foam with a brush than with your hands.

Badger hair shaving brush or synthetic shaving brush

In general, a shaving brush comes in two types, one with badger hair and one with synthetic hair. If you are vegan or vegetarian, it is best to go for a shaving brush with synthetic hair. A smaller group consists of shaving brushes with boar bristles.

A shaving brush with badger hair generally works best. The hairs are good at retaining water and shaving soap, which makes it easy to apply. In addition, the badger hairs also feel very soft. Unfortunately, badgers are shot for their hair, and their living conditions are also not great. That is why we at Moquer no longer offer shaving brushes with badger hair.

That is why a shaving brush with synthetic hair is a very good alternative. They work in the same way and no animal hair is used. They are usually also a bit more affordable and easier to maintain. There are Black Fibre and Silvertip Fibre shaving brushes. The latter category is of a higher quality. You can recognise an animal-friendly shaving brush by the word “fibre” or “fiber”, which means that the shaving brush is made with synthetic fibres.

How to use a shaving brush?

Make your shaving brush slightly wet and shake out the excess water. Now take some shaving cream or a shaving soap in a shaving bowl and move your brush in circular motions to whip up a nice lather.

Wet your face with warm water or use a hot towel. Now you can apply the foam to the area to be shaved using short strokes. This way, you soften the hairs and lift them upright, allowing the razor to glide through them easily for a better shave.

Rinse your shaving brush thoroughly after shaving and shake out the water before storing it in a shaving brush holder.

Best shaving brush

Of course, you can go for a shave brush from the supermarket or drugstore, but if you are looking for a proper shaving brand, the German brand Mühle is an excellent choice. They have everything related to shaving and also a great selection of vegan shaving brushes in various sizes, materials, and colours. Looking for a really nice affordable model? Then the Rockwell Shave Brush is ideal.