{"id":11055,"date":"2019-10-03T05:00:59","date_gmt":"2019-10-03T09:00:59","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.georgetoon.com\/blog\/?p=11055"},"modified":"2019-10-02T13:52:44","modified_gmt":"2019-10-02T17:52:44","slug":"shaving-brush-showdown","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.georgetoon.com\/blog\/shaving-brush-showdown\/","title":{"rendered":"Shaving Brush Showdown"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LB6tu5YtJgI\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>When building lathers from shave sticks and hard soaps, I&#8217;ve always preferred using a synthetic brush. This is not to say that natural hair shaving brushes are bad with hard soaps and shave sticks. I simply find synthetic brushes are more efficient and make more lather.<\/p>\n<p>In this video, I compare how a synthetic shaving brush (Vikings Blade Dark Raven) compares to a natural boar hair shaving brush (Semogue Excelsior 830) in building lather with Tabac shave stick.<\/p>\n<p>To be clear, the Semogue Excelsior 830 is a terrific shaving brush! And, I&#8217;ve used it for face lathering. It&#8217;s just that a synthetic brush, like the Vikings Blade Dark Raven (another terrific shaving brush), I&#8217;ve found, do a better job making a face lather.<\/p>\n<p>VIKINGS BLADE Luxury Shaving Brush, Heavy Duty Steel Base + Polished Obsidian Acrylic (Dark Raven): <a class=\"yt-simple-endpoint style-scope yt-formatted-string\" spellcheck=\"false\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/redirect?event=video_description&amp;v=LB6tu5YtJgI&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Famzn.to%2F2G1eCdk&amp;redir_token=sBzKAx_E88HnbTnQ3Uz_OT-742d8MTU2OTc5Nzk4MEAxNTY5NzExNTgw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/2G1eCdk<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Semogue Excelsior 830 Shaving Brush: <a class=\"yt-simple-endpoint style-scope yt-formatted-string\" spellcheck=\"false\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/redirect?event=video_description&amp;v=LB6tu5YtJgI&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Famzn.to%2F2WQUlOx&amp;redir_token=sBzKAx_E88HnbTnQ3Uz_OT-742d8MTU2OTc5Nzk4MEAxNTY5NzExNTgw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/2WQUlOx<\/a><\/p>\n<p>VIKINGS BLADE The Emperor Adjustable Safety Razor (Frosted Chrome): <a class=\"yt-simple-endpoint style-scope yt-formatted-string\" spellcheck=\"false\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/redirect?event=video_description&amp;v=LB6tu5YtJgI&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Famzn.to%2F2Ihl0zY&amp;redir_token=sBzKAx_E88HnbTnQ3Uz_OT-742d8MTU2OTc5Nzk4MEAxNTY5NzExNTgw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/2Ihl0zY<\/a><\/p>\n<p>VIKINGS BLADE The Emperor Adjustable Safety Razor, AUGUSTUS Edition (Vintage Bronze &amp; Cognac): <a class=\"yt-simple-endpoint style-scope yt-formatted-string\" spellcheck=\"false\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/redirect?event=video_description&amp;v=LB6tu5YtJgI&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Famzn.to%2F2IpRVlU&amp;redir_token=sBzKAx_E88HnbTnQ3Uz_OT-742d8MTU2OTc5Nzk4MEAxNTY5NzExNTgw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/2IpRVlU<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Astra Platinum Double Edge Safety Razor Blades ,100 Blades (20 x 5): <a class=\"yt-simple-endpoint style-scope yt-formatted-string\" spellcheck=\"false\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/redirect?event=video_description&amp;v=LB6tu5YtJgI&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Famzn.to%2F2FVRnl4&amp;redir_token=sBzKAx_E88HnbTnQ3Uz_OT-742d8MTU2OTc5Nzk4MEAxNTY5NzExNTgw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/2FVRnl4<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Tabac Original Shaving Soap Stick: <a class=\"yt-simple-endpoint style-scope yt-formatted-string\" spellcheck=\"false\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/redirect?event=video_description&amp;v=LB6tu5YtJgI&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Famzn.to%2F2D2KAFv&amp;redir_token=sBzKAx_E88HnbTnQ3Uz_OT-742d8MTU2OTc5Nzk4MEAxNTY5NzExNTgw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/2D2KAFv<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Tabac Original By Maurer &amp; Wirtz For Men. Shaving Soap Bowl 4.4 Ounces: <a class=\"yt-simple-endpoint style-scope yt-formatted-string\" spellcheck=\"false\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/redirect?event=video_description&amp;v=LB6tu5YtJgI&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Famzn.to%2F2D2bxJF&amp;redir_token=sBzKAx_E88HnbTnQ3Uz_OT-742d8MTU2OTc5Nzk4MEAxNTY5NzExNTgw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/2D2bxJF<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Tabac Original By Maurer &amp; Wirtz For Men Shaving Soap Bowl Refill, 4.4-Ounces: <a class=\"yt-simple-endpoint style-scope yt-formatted-string\" spellcheck=\"false\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/redirect?event=video_description&amp;v=LB6tu5YtJgI&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Famzn.to%2F2FXKtvO&amp;redir_token=sBzKAx_E88HnbTnQ3Uz_OT-742d8MTU2OTc5Nzk4MEAxNTY5NzExNTgw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/2FXKtvO<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Parker Safety Razor&#8217;s Large Alum Block with Travel Case (125 g \/ 4.4 oz.): <a class=\"yt-simple-endpoint style-scope yt-formatted-string\" spellcheck=\"false\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/redirect?event=video_description&amp;v=LB6tu5YtJgI&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Famzn.to%2F2UAzZMd&amp;redir_token=sBzKAx_E88HnbTnQ3Uz_OT-742d8MTU2OTc5Nzk4MEAxNTY5NzExNTgw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/2UAzZMd<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Clubman Pinaud Virgin Island Bay Rum Men&#8217;S Aftershave Cologne 12 Oz.: <a class=\"yt-simple-endpoint style-scope yt-formatted-string\" spellcheck=\"false\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/redirect?event=video_description&amp;v=LB6tu5YtJgI&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Famzn.to%2F2VrHQsE&amp;redir_token=sBzKAx_E88HnbTnQ3Uz_OT-742d8MTU2OTc5Nzk4MEAxNTY5NzExNTgw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/2VrHQsE<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Clubman Pinaud After Shave Lotion, 6 Ounce (2-Pack): <a class=\"yt-simple-endpoint style-scope yt-formatted-string\" spellcheck=\"false\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/redirect?event=video_description&amp;v=LB6tu5YtJgI&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Famzn.to%2F2I5Q4DM&amp;redir_token=sBzKAx_E88HnbTnQ3Uz_OT-742d8MTU2OTc5Nzk4MEAxNTY5NzExNTgw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/2I5Q4DM<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Stephan 320 Astringent Lotion 15oz: <a class=\"yt-simple-endpoint style-scope yt-formatted-string\" spellcheck=\"false\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/redirect?event=video_description&amp;v=LB6tu5YtJgI&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Famzn.to%2F2VtX3cE&amp;redir_token=sBzKAx_E88HnbTnQ3Uz_OT-742d8MTU2OTc5Nzk4MEAxNTY5NzExNTgw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/2VtX3cE<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Lubriderm Men&#8217;s 3-In-1 Unscented Lotion Enriched with Soothing Aloe for Body and Face, Non-Greasy Post Shave Moisturizer, Fragrance-Free, 16 fl. oz: <a class=\"yt-simple-endpoint style-scope yt-formatted-string\" spellcheck=\"false\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/redirect?event=video_description&amp;v=LB6tu5YtJgI&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Famzn.to%2F2VrIQNq&amp;redir_token=sBzKAx_E88HnbTnQ3Uz_OT-742d8MTU2OTc5Nzk4MEAxNTY5NzExNTgw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/2VrIQNq<\/a><\/p>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script><br \/>\n<!-- responsive Ad 1 --><br \/>\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display: block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-5949253053296061\" data-ad-slot=\"3841042121\" data-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins><br \/>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/nutsac.com?aff=12\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10886 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/www.georgetoon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/NutSac-Dopp-Kit-400w.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"219\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.georgetoon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/NutSac-Dopp-Kit-400w.png 400w, https:\/\/www.georgetoon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/NutSac-Dopp-Kit-400w-300x164.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/nutsac.com?aff=12\">Absolutely THE very best Dopp Kit<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When building lathers from shave sticks and hard soaps, I&#8217;ve always preferred using a synthetic brush. This is not to say that natural hair shaving brushes are bad with hard soaps and shave sticks. I simply find synthetic brushes are more efficient and make more lather. In this video, I compare how a synthetic shaving [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1467],"tags":[1376,1382,1361,1457,1377,1363,1393],"class_list":["post-11055","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-wet-shaving","tag-de-shaving","tag-razor-blades","tag-safety-razor","tag-shaving-brush","tag-shaving-cream","tag-vikings-blade","tag-wet-shaving"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.georgetoon.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11055","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.georgetoon.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.georgetoon.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.georgetoon.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.georgetoon.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=11055"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.georgetoon.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11055\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":11069,"href":"https:\/\/www.georgetoon.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11055\/revisions\/11069"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.georgetoon.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=11055"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.georgetoon.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=11055"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.georgetoon.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=11055"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}