What are the Benefits of a Synthetic Shaving Brush?

So you’ve decided that maybe a synthetic shaving brush is for you instead of the various types of animal hair based shaving brushes such as badger, horse, boar bristle brushes.

But you aren’t quite sure? Don’t worry we’ll go through all the benefits of using a synthetic shaving brush.

A Synthetic shaving brush will hold water very well, they’re easy to clear and they provide an all round fantastic shaving experienced.

If you’re going away on traveling you’ll find that a synthetic shaving brush is your perfect traveling buddy. The bristles of the brush will dry very quickly and the brush will store well without causing any lasting damage.

These are just a few of the benefits that come from using a synthetic shaving brush!

Benefits of a Synthetic Shaving Brush

• No Animal Products

There is a raft of reasons why this is a good thing.

Synthetic bristles are close enough to the real thing, you probably wouldn’t be able to tell the difference.

• Fast Drying

Unlike a badger or boar brush, that tend to take a long time to dry.

• Cheap

A synthetic brush whilst giving you all the benefits of a silvertip badger brush does so without you having to spend a lot of money.

Parker’s Deluxe Synthetic Silvertip Shaving Brush, Black & Chrome Handle, 22mm Knot, Animal Free

Features

• Synthetic bristles made of no animal products
• Fast drying, great for travel or home use
• Soft bristles are excellent for sensitive skin
• Creates an extraordinary lather
• Packaged in a gift box with resin brush stand included for proper brush drying and storage after use

Parker makes some great shaving products so it comes as no surprise that they have created a great synthetic shaving brush.

The brush is as soft as many badger brushes yet is a lot more affordable.

Like all Parker products we’ve reviewed, we know this product will deliver the shaving experienced you are after day to day for many years to come.

Whilst being around half the price of a badger brush.

MUEHLE Shaving Brush with Fiber, Handle Material High Grade Resin Ivory, 1 Pound

 

Features

• THE HANDLE: We design all of our products to be long-lasting, and this handle is no exception. This modern handle comes in a beautiful, high-grade black resin, faux ivory resin, and olive wood.
• THE BRUSH HEAD: Made from silvertip fiber, the tips are very soft with a stable middle section. It produces a pleasant, soft sensation on the skin when the lather is applied, without forgoing the desired firmness of the hairs in the lathering process.
• USE: Wet the brush under warm water. Next, place shaving soap or cream into a bowl or cup and dab your desired amount onto the brush, proceeding to gently work it into a lather on the skin. Use a MÜHLE razor for a clean shave, rinse, and repeat.
• MÜHLE DIFFERENCE: Our actions are driven by an affinity with nature and a desire for the very highest quality. Expert know-how and pioneering spirit flow into every product, whether it be a handcrafted unique item or serially produced goods.
• SUSTAINABILITY: As a member of the Environmental Alliance of Saxony we are committed to sustainability and cooperate with suppliers who uphold the same high standards. Our products come completely without plastic.

This is a great synthetic shaving brush, it looks so sleek in its black wood finish and silvertip badger brush look.

This brush makes a load of lather very quickly and it does a fantastic job at exfoliating the skin.

It’s very difficult to tell the difference between this brush and a real silvertip badger shaving brush.

GBS Classic Synthetic Shaving Brush Bristles 21 MM Knot 100 mm (4″ Tall) -Animal Free Vegan Brush- Super Soft with Black Resin Handle – Compliments and Razor for Ultimate Wet Shaving

Features

• · CREATS HIGH LATHER- This brush creates high lather with shaving soap or cream and gives you a nice and smooth shave. Our Classic Synthetic Shaving Brush shaving brush bristles are very soft and fine.
• VEGAN- Our shaving brush is purely vegan which is made from a 100% cruelty-free process. No animal material were used in making of this brush
• · TRAVEL CANISTER- the travel canister is very high in quality and water-resistant it helps protects bush from water or other dust problems
• · LONG BLACK HANDLE- G.B.S Synthetic Shaving Brush long black handle give it a premium and luxurious look, provides a gentle barber feel at home.
• · PACKING: Package contains 1 G.B.S Synthetic Shaving Brush (21 MM Knot 100 mm (4” all)) and travel Canister for brush in a package. Please email us. We will deal with your questions carefully if you have any questions. We promise to provide high-quality products and friendly services, and hope to bring you a comfortable experience every time you use our products. Our Tools are used by professionals Barbers across the Whole USA.

GBS have created a wonder synthetic shaving brush that feels just like a silvertip badger brush.

Seriously you won’t be able to tell the difference.

The bristles tend to be a bit stiff at first but quickly soften up after a few uses.

The bristles do stay firm enough to give you the level of control that you would expect.

The handle is thick and hefty and fits very nicely in the palm of your hand.

Beauty Strokes H.I.S Shaving Brush

Features

• One of a kind synthetic blend
• Feels and performs like badger hair
• Unique formula is anti-microbial
• Prevents bacteria from forming on the brush
• Designed & manufactured by FM Brush Company

This is a beautiful shaving brush from Beauty Strokes.

It feels and performs like you’re using a badger brush, but thankfully it doesn’t smell like one.

The 1849 series bad boy is made from a one of a kind synthetic material and it still comes at a great price.

It looks great, it feels great and the bristles are dense enough to whip up an amazing lather.

Like all the synthetic shaving brushes listed this one dries quickly and can handle a bit of travel abuse without falling apart.

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