Im at work right now so i cant try this BUT is it possible to lather the fat using cold water, in prep for a cold water shave??
Mitchels wool fat
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I'd say so just make sure you sit some water on the pick for 5 mins or so.
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Thanks for the reply mate would like to know from anyone who has tried it though
Yes, it works fine. Soak it in hot water first then pour it off and do your cold-water lather. Load your brush for longer than you feel necessary.
I have never soaked my MwF, always soak the Omega Boar I use though... wonderful stuff that soap, and I imagine the soaking will depend on how soft or hard your water is. Good luck and enjoy.
Same here.
Someone told me that you shouldn't use hot water, but a warm one: too high temperature may affect the lanolin.
Yes. Cold water on puck of the Fat will soften it. Load heavy.
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Thanks for all the advice guys, ill have a play around tonight
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Dont suppose you guys seen any video footage on lathering with cold water?
I wouldn't change anything from your routine for a cold water shave unless you don't get the desired results. Most of the threads I have read say it doesn't matter, however I am curious about the "hot" water affecting the lanolin. I would like to see some more info on that. Good shaves to you.
