Thread: What kind of Latherer are You?

I never thought about it till this poll was started .. I usually swirl neck , jawline and up to where I stop my sideburns then paint side to side on chin or lip area ...

I pretty much do it all, I start with the swirl, especially when I face-lather, then do some painting, then squeeze the brush to get some lather on the tip, then paint and swirl some more... Might be a placebo effect but I think if I take my time with the lather process it softens the beard that little bit more

Face latherer here using circular/swirling strokes to build the lather and painting strokes to spread it.

Bob

I'm glad someone revived this thread, because I've changed my mind and approach. Originally (old), I was a swirler, I think because I like the fun of it and thought it did the best job. However, then I got my first Simpson Brush, and the instructions that came with it said, swirling ruined brushes ?!? So, thought ok, let's try something different. i began with swirl on the soap, but paint on my face technique, and behold...1) I get better coverage of my beard; and 2) I enjoy it more and feel like I'm "rising up" my beard....so a painter I am! Most important, it helps me focus on my lather and get a better shave