Thread: New Shavemac—Too big for its own good?

Hi Guys!

I just splurged on a new Shavemac 28mm. It is truly a fantastic brush, but it seems that it holds TOO much water and has completely thrown off my lathering technique. I used to be able to get a very good lather together in my mug (I typically use Trumper's creams) with only a thumbnail sized amount. But after soaking this brush, it dilutes the cream too much and becomes completely unusable.

Should I just be shaking more water out of the brush before I lather? I've heard some people say not to shake any water out, but that clearly isn't working.

Maybe I should just go back to a smaller brush?

I have one of these 28mm Shavemac sliver tips also!!!!
And yes they require a couple of extra shakes to get the lather working like what you were used to... Try shaking it it almost dry, then gently start the whisking in the bowl until it sucks up the cream/soap then dribble some hot water onto the base of the brush as you are whisking..... Believe me when I tell ya, when you get the combo down, the lather, will explode into whupped cream DE-lite....

Not to worry, go ahead and give that nice brush a flick or two if needed. The larger and higher quality brushes simply hold more water, and sometimes too much for their own good!

If you are used to 20mm - 24mm knots, do realize you will need to up the amount of cream you use somewhat as it IS a large brush and consequently it will hold more lather/water inside, thus you'll need to add a bit more to have some left over for your face.

Larger brushes are all about luxury and luxury often involves excess. If you were wanting to save on the amount of cream you use, you went in the wrong direction. If you were looking for a brush that retains heat from soaking in the knot, delivers plenty of warm, well hydrated lather and lets you sink your entire face in it... you made the right choice!


Regards

Christian

Shaking the brush hard before lathering has greatly improved my lather.

It's easy to add a touch more water later if necessary.

Like everyone has already mentioned shaking a bit more of the water will work. You can always add more water.

If you are using creams it will take a bit more the amount used with a smaller brush. It may look like all the cream has been sucked in by the brush, just add a bit of water and give the brush a light pump to release the cream and swirl.