Boar Face Lathering Brush

[Nayskin]

Hello!

I'm after some advice on a strong boar brush that would work in a face lathering type scenario.
I've only used a boar brush once but really enjoy an 'intense' scrub from my brushes.
I want it to be remotely dense & for it to be quite coarse/ to have a strong backbone.

Also I'm not sure if it was the brush I tried but I found that boar brushes she'd quite a bit. Can anyone weigh in on this?

Thank you for your consistent help B&B members.

 

[TacticalPanda]

The Semogue 620 comes to mind. For a boar brush it has a fairly short loft with a lot of backbone. I doubt that it will be very "coarse" once it breaks in as the tips will become very soft. I love my 830 for face lathering, but the 620 is known as a spectacular face lathering brush.

 

[Evil4blue]

I have the 610 (non-dyed) version of the 620 and it is indeed a spectacular face latherer. I love the ergonomics of the handle as well. This is a great brush for daily use. You won't go wrong if this is the direction you want to go.

 

[bryan1980]

I've used shave sticks for the last couple of shaves, and my 830 has done a great job. It's just about fully broken-in, but still has enough backbone to raise a lather on my face.

 

[Jarick]

The 610/1460/1470 sounds perfect for you. It's got a shorter loft, very stiff bristles, very scrubby, and cheap to boot.

 

[wurglehound]

b&b essential boar face lathers well

 

[Pedro Navaja]

I started using a Semouge 1460 three days ago for the same purpose, and so far I am quite happy with it. My other option was the Omega 11047 (the boar/badger mixed one) which I still think I will get in the no so distant future. Still, for $15 the 1460 is a pretty good deal IMO.

 

[HUF]

Omega 49 is great for face after defunk with vinegar. It is big enough to hold lather for three passes, but not too big to be still maneuverable. Get one from westcoastshaving for $12 shipped.

 

[Westaway]

I have the 610 (non-dyed) version of the 620 and it is indeed a spectacular face latherer. I love the ergonomics of the handle as well. This is a great brush for daily use. You won't go wrong if this is the direction you want to go.

I agree that the 610 Semogue would be the Poster Child Brush for the type of experience you want from your lather application. If I feel that my face needs a real workout, I will even bypass my Chubby and Semogue 1305, and start a quick soak for the 610. I don't own a lot of brushes but I can't imagine you getting a better cleansing massage. It holds up well with just the tips being soft and comfortable....... tremendous backbone pushing those tips.

 

[oldtrout]

I have the 610 (non-dyed) version of the 620 and it is indeed a spectacular face latherer. I love the ergonomics of the handle as well. This is a great brush for daily use. You won't go wrong if this is the direction you want to go.

The Semogue 610 is my recommendation as well. A well-soaked brush will keep the hair from breaking, which I think many assume is shedding.

 

[luvmysuper]

The B&B essential is a great choice. I've been using almost exclusively. Omega makes a great brush and this is no exception. It's dense, has good backbone, does a great job of "scrithiness" but isn't so stiff that it causes any problems.
To top it off, it's only 20 bucks, and if you don't like it, there's plenty of folks here who do and who would likely buy it from you on the BST once you are eligible.

 

[dcc]

Omega 10275,cheap but monster

 

[Reevers]

I've used shave sticks for the last couple of shaves, and my 830 has done a great job. It's just about fully broken-in, but still has enough backbone to raise a lather on my face.

+1 here, I love my 830.

 

[ackvil]

The two I own and which work great are the SOC and B&B Essential. Two fantastic brushes.

 

[jwilock]

If you like the looks of the plexi handles then the 610 (red is very nice looking to me) or the 620. If you like their painted handles the 1460, 1438, 1520, and 1305 are good candidates, in unpainted wood there's the 1470 ... and my favorite - the SOC. If you read the specs it might seem large to you, but it works great for face lathering.

 

[Richie]

+1 here, I love my 830.

+2 on the Semogue 830, used it today with Tabac.

 

[Viseguy]

b&b essential boar face lathers well

+1. My personal favorite, though, is the Omega 10049. Many people would find it too big for face lathering, but for me it's just right, with just the right amount of firmness.

 

[Darkbulb]

... and my favorite - the SOC. If you read the specs it might seem large to you, but it works great for face lathering.

I JUST received my SOC from VintageScent (and at $26 shipped it was a great deal).
Now, I AM planning on using it for face lathering so we'll see tomorrow how that works out.
Just from looking and holding it I must say I love the handle and the brush doesn't seem to large to me for face lathering..actually it appears as if it would work great.

 

[Fourcooks]

b&b essential boar face lathers well

+1

 

[Nayskin]

I went to the shops to see what brushes they had there and stumbled upon an Omega 10029 (Chrome handled boar brush) for $11.
This thing isn't quite as dense as I'd like but it is nice and long with a lot of backbone.

I'm gonna try out a B&B essential from the recommendations received.

Thanks for the great advice B&B mass.