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With many years of production experience/quality technology precipitation, Beautyhome is one of top producers of men and women beauty shaving&barber items in China Mainland, We also already established a steady marketing system in American, Europe & Middle East market.
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With strong R&D ability, we can produce products according to our clients' requirements. OEM, ODM orders and specific production requirements are welcome,can cooperate the famous brands, help customer brands.
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We are providing to clients highest-quality products, competitive price, professional technique support and comprehensive sales service.
A shaving brush or shave brush is a small brush with a handle parallel to the bristles used to make lather from shaving soap or shaving cream and apply it to the face when shaving. Shave brushes are often decorative; antique handles are often made from materials such as ivory or even gold, though the bristle load may be composed of any number of natural or synthetic materials. The shave brush is used most often today by "wet shavers" in tandem with a single- or double-edged safety razor or a straight razor. However, this is not always the case, as shavers of all varieties may employ the tool.
Why You Should Use a Shaving Brush
1. Brushes get underneath your facial hair, really allowing the shave cream/soap to absorb into the skin and protect your skin from the razor.
2. Brushes help build an amazing lather with the shaving cream which will soften the hair much more than just a hand making the shave seamless with no razor tugging or razor burn.
3. Brushes help get facial hair to stand upright so the razor can shave off the hair properly. This will help reduce the amount of ingrowns significantly. If you use your hand, you tend to push down the hair for a worse shave!
4. Brushes act as a mild exfoliator helping sweep away tiny bits of debris and dead skin from the dermis so you're skin is cleaner prior to the shave.
What Does a Shaving Brush Do
Softens your skin
The bristles on a brush allow you to create a much richer and thicker lather than is possible by hand. By achieving a quality lather, your skin will be far softer in preparation for your razor, and you will end up with much less irritation after shaving.
Raises your hairs
Your shaving brush will be able to get underneath your facial hair and whiskers to lift them away from the surface of the skin. By raising your hairs and causing them to stand upright, the shaving cream can get right into the skin, and your razor can slice through the hair at the perfect angle and closeness.
Lubricates your face
The lather created by a shaving brush acts as a thick lubricant and provides your razor with a hydrated surface to glide across. The less friction between the razor and your skin, the smoother your shave will be, and the more comfortable your skin will feel after shaving.
Exfoliates your skin
Shaving brushes also act as a type of exfoliator. The bristles moving in a circular motion can brush away any debris or dead skin cells from the surface of your skin. This way, your razor can glide more smoothly and there is less chance of spots or ingrown hairs cropping up as a result.
In time, the hairs on a shaving brush may wear down and become shorter with use, though this can take many years. The hairs might also get too floppy and weak to be able to use the brush effectively and whip up a good lather. The hairs or bristles themselves may also warp and become deformed meaning they don't properly retain their shape and stiffness. You'll be able to tell from the shape of bristles and you may notice the brush doesn't track properly over the skin.
Brush durability will depend on how vigorously the brush is used and how frequently you shave. The harder the brush is treated, the quicker it will wear out. If you are shaving daily, or alternating between different brushes, or only shaving weekly, this will have a huge impact. It may also depend on your water mineral content, e.g. whether you have hard or soft water. Hard water with increased mineral content might result in increased wear to the brush over time. Hotter water will also likely weaken hairs over time and may soften any adhesives used in the construction of the brush. You'll also have to watch out for what creams and gels you use, as leaving these on the brush after use may also corrode it and weaken the hairs.
Poorer quality badger hair brushes can also become mouldy if they're not looked after properly or used for long periods of time. Organic hair is a much more fertile breeding ground for bacteria than synthetic hair.
Cleaning Your Shaving Brush – After Each Use
Rinse
After your shave, the first thing to do is to thoroughly rinse your shaving brush. Firstly, this will remove any excess shaving cream so that the bristles are clear for next time. Secondly, it gets rid of any skin debris and hairs that may have transferred to the brush during use.
Rinse it under tepid water – never hot water. If you use hot water, you could risk softening the glue that holds the bristles in place.
Air
Hopefully, by now, you should have removed most of the water. However, the last step is to let it dry naturally. The best way to do this is to place it in a brush stand.
A shaving brush stand usually has a drip tray and a holder. All you do is place the brush with the bristles pointing down into the holder. Any last dregs of water will then drip by gravity. You should ideally keep your brush stand in a dry place too without any moisture otherwise your brush may not dry properly.
Drain
Next, you want to get rid of that excess water. There is a temptation to give your brush a good shake or start vigorously rubbing it and massaging the bristles. Don't do this.
Flicking it, using force, and massaging can compromise the quality of the brush and bristles. For example, if you massage the bristles roughly by hand, they will dry, but you could also risk pulling individual strands out.
Instead, simply squeeze the water from your brush and apply gentle pressure. Just hold the handle with one hand and squeeze the bristles with the other with the brush pointing downwards over your sink. Most of the excess water your drain off and you shouldn't damage your equipment.
Towel
To dry it further, you can then use a towel. Again, a soft and gentle touch is needed so try and not be heavy-handed. You can press the bristles onto the towel or stroke it over the brush. Both methods work, but the key is to be soft as to avoid damage.
How to Choose Shaving Brush
Choosing your shaving brush is very simple. This is what you have to keep in mind:
Knot size
"Knot" is the name given to the bundle of hairs. Its size is given in millimeters and is defined by the diameter of the base of the knot. The most common sizes are 21mm and 24mm. They are both good sizes and the only difference between them will be the price, especially on a natural hair brush, being the latter more expensive than the former as it has more hairs. Smaller brushes will give more control, while larger brushes will cover larger areas more quickly. How big you want the knot to be is a matter of preference.
Loft height
This is the total height of the knot from the top of the handle to the tip. The average height is about 50mm. A higher loft makes the brush feel softer and hold more lather than a shorter height. How high you want your brush to be is a matter of personal preference.
Material
When it comes to the material, think about what is important to you. If you want a firm brush that gives you a good rubbing and increases blood circulation, then choose a black badger or perhaps, even a coarse bristle as boar or horse hair. For a very versatile, intermediate firmness you might want to go for a pure badger bristle (marketed also as best badger and fine badger). If you want the gentle massage of a softer brush, then a super badger or a silver tip are for you. If you are allergic to natural hair, want a brush that does not have animal hair, or simply want an affordable brush that does the job choose a synthetic fiber brush. Due to their softness, the last three types are also ideal if you have extremely sensitive skin.
Brush size
If you have really big hands, a small brush may feel dinky and awkward to handle. Other than that, there is no real reason to choose a very big brush. A smaller brush is quicker to rinse after use and takes up less room in your toiletry bag.
Shaving Brush Grades Explained
Shaving brushes are available with different styles and bristle types to meet every preference. The density and softness of the bristles impact exfoliation, how much water the brush retains, and the thickness of the lather created.
1. Boar brushes are our most economical brushes. They are best for exfoliation, as they have the stiffest bristles. Boar retains less water than badger, but in general they still create an excellent lather.
2. Synthetic bristle brushes are extremely soft. Some compare their softness to silvertip. They are an excellent choice for those who are vegans. While they do not hold as much water as genuine badger bristle brushes, they also are excellent for travel, as they dry quickly and can create an excellent lather.
3. Black badger brushes are the stiffest badger grade. They hold large quantities of water and create an excellent lather. Many wet shavers prefer black badger brushes because of their stiffness. Others prefer the softer grades of badger, especially those with sensitive skin.
4. Pure badger brushes are quite a bit softer than black badger. They cost a little more, but many prefer their softer texture. A 100% pure badger brush is nothing other than genuine pure badger.
5. Silvertip badger is the softest grade of badger. Many shaving enthusiasts will use nothing other than silvertip. Silvertip brushes are extremely soft. The silvertips are best for those with sensitive skin because of their super soft bristles.
Beauty home was established in 2006，is a professional manufacturer specializing in researching, developing and producing safety razor,system razor ,scissors ,shaving brush ,shaving set ,shaving bowl ,shaving gel ,shaving soap and other related men and women personal care accessories.
With strong R&D ability, we can produce products according to our clients' requirements. OEM, ODM orders and specific production requirements are welcome,can cooperate the famous brands, help customer brands.
With many years of production experience/quality technology precipitation, Beautyhome is one of top producers of men and women beauty shaving&barber items in China Mainland, We also already established a steady marketing system in American, Europe & Middle East market. We are providing to clients highest-quality products, competitive price, professional technique support and comprehensive sales service.
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