August 1, 2024
Brush: Semogue 830
Razor: Henson Ti22 Medium
Blade: Personna 74 (8)
Lather: House of Mammoth - Embrace
Post Shave: House of Mammoth - Embrace - Balm
I have several blonde boars. I bought this brush to try out a banded knot. The only other banded boar I have is an Omega 81052, which is very floppy. I do not like it. The 830 has a lower loft. It's difficult to splay. I had to mash it, which feels like it might damage the knot. I didn't have any full hairs come out, but several tips broke off. I'm guessing that's due to the way they dye/treat the hairs. I had trouble getting a lather going. I loaded my soap, but it still ended up a bit pasty. I didn't decide on a soap until I shaved. I'm thinking I should've gone with Catie's Bubbles. Hopefully it gets better.
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