Thread: proraso pre shave irritation?

I do know what I like, I figured that out several years ago (just because I am new here doesn't mean I am new to shaving), I just was trying a new product and it wasnt working well for me. As you say experimenting is part of the fun. But it is funny that you mention using it post shave, I actually just tried that This morning for giggles and it felt wonderfull during use, and only the slightest hint of irritation I think you might be on to something there, ill be doing further experimentation in that direction. Thanks

Originally Posted by straightshooter1911

Do you think boar is better than silvertip for a greasy face/ why?

No. Mostly because no, and also because silvertips can be done many different ways. I have a lower loft TGN grade A knot that is just as soft as my boar (boar hairs will split and soften with use), with just as much backbone.
My first no was just because I don't believe these are factors that matter. A brush is a brush, everything else about them is personal preference. They all do the same job, even a "bad" brush (although it's of course easier with a "good" brush).

In regards to the Proraso pre/post cream, I have the white that was one my first purchases. Back then, I used it quite frequently, however, I have not used it in a very long time.
Like most who have used this, I have found that, over time, a good lather, from a quality soap or cream, applied on a properly wet face works just fine.

Originally Posted by straightshooter1911

Do you think boar is better than silvertip for a greasy face/ why?

I think a boar brush has a stiffer back bone and gives a good but gentle facial scrub / massage when face lathering. Don't get me wrong I love the soft feel of my silvertip but for after work clean up or when your feeling greasy, the combination of Boar and Arko gives a really fresh feeling thats hard to beat.

Originally Posted by kevinred

I think a boar brush has a stiffer back bone and gives a good but gentle facial scrub / massage when face lathering. Don't get me wrong I love the soft feel of my silvertip but for after work clean up or when your feeling greasy, the combination of Boar and Arko gives a really fresh feeling thats hard to beat.

IMO you can get the same exact thing from a silvertip and any quality soap...even MWF har har

Backbone of a silvertip is dependent on knot density and loft.

Originally Posted by kevinred

I think a boar brush has a stiffer back bone and gives a good but gentle facial scrub / massage when face lathering. Don't get me wrong I love the soft feel of my silvertip but for after work clean up or when your feeling greasy, the combination of Boar and Arko gives a really fresh feeling thats hard to beat.

thank you, I was wondering, my boar is a bit "Well loved" but I think it might still have a tad more scritch . it will be a bit hard hard to put Mr.badger away for a day though

Originally Posted by kwlfca

IMO you can get the same exact thing from a silvertip and any quality soap...even MWF har har

Backbone of a silvertip is dependent on knot density and loft.

I was thinking in the same camp, but I will give his suggestion a try, what can it hurt but I do appreciate you two arguing over my face, it makes me feel so special

Originally Posted by kwlfca

IMO you can get the same exact thing from a silvertip and any quality soap...even MWF har har

Backbone of a silvertip is dependent on knot density and loft.

Boar brushes are much stiffer generally. Arko is applied directly to face then lathered with a wet brush. So far I have not found the same feeling with any combination of silvertip and soap. MWF is crap in a dish…lol

Try to use a small amount NOT after the shave. If u have an irritation it's the cream, if u have not maybe it's something else...(pressure,dull blade,etc...)

Originally Posted by kevinred

Boar brushes are much stiffer generally. Arko is applied directly to face then lathered with a wet brush. So far I have not found the same feeling with any combination of silvertip and soap. MWF is crap in a dish…lol

While you're correct on the boar front...arko also comes in a bowl

I would have to say that your statement regarding MWF is untrue...yes, different people react differently to, and can prefer certain soaps, but MWF is definitely not a crap soap my good sir. Some people absolutely hate Arko....personally, I love both

Same with boar and badger, I love both of them! Now synthetic brushes...those I truly hate!

Originally Posted by kwlfca

Now synthetic brushes...those I truly hate!

I love my synthetic brush, is great for putting lather on my strop or barber hone. but I agree, it will never touch my face again