Thread: Creams or soap?

Hirlau is correct, as usual.

You have to learn how the soap/cream, brush and your water interact. Since my water is fairly consistent (Lake Michigan) I try to find the correct brush for the soap in question.

My goal is to have a brush for each. Lofty aspiration, but doable.

Dave

It takes some practice for each different soap or cream you use. Start heavily loaded. Don't skimp trying to save money. You will learn the correct amount but when starting it is much easier to know you have a fully loaded brush. Then keep passing the brush quickly under a tap or dripping a few drops of water at a time into your mug and bowl. As you whip up lather you will notice it goes from clumping the bristles of the brush to exploding outward in glorious lather. Just keep adding bits of water at a time.

There is no foul for adding a few drops of water to your brush at any time during the shave. If you have taken your time and the lather is drying out, pass it under the tap. Not only will the lather be mor moist it will heat up if you use hot water.

You will get there

Well, I certainly didn't skimp; the soap was $15, which seems pretty pricey. I will give your tips a try; thank you very much!!