Question - Shave oil and brushes

[Texas]

A question for you guys that use shave oil daily or frequently: Do you find that your brush eventually builds up an oily residue ? If so, is this a problem and what do you do about it ?

[Go West Young Man]

You're using too much oil - all you need is 3 or 4 drops. It's intended to soak in and soften the skin, not to coat everything.

[Texas]

Actually, Go West, I do not use shave oil, but I am thinking about it. My question is over a long period of time, say 6-12 months, does the use of oil, even in small quantities, gradually build up an oily residue in your brush? If so, what do you do about it ?

[djh]

I have never bothered with shave oil, but obviously you are going to be soaping and lathering your brush each time you shave. I can only imagine that that process will keep your brush from becoming fouled with oil.

[dpmtherrien]

A good washing with shampoo followed by conditioner should take care of any buildup.

[Wingnut]

I have been wet shaving (with a brush) for more than 30 years now. Since finding B&B I have discovered Shave Secret and have used it about every day for almost 3 years. I have found absolutely no difference in any buildup with SS compared to without.

The key here is to use just a few (as in 3-5) drops and massage it into your skin BEFORE lathering. If not, I could see how some buildup could possibly occur over time. If that does occur, then a good wash and hair conditioner will take care of it.

[Go West Young Man]

Yup, if you use the right amount it'll get absorbed into your skin long before the brush gets anywhere near your face.

[alex2363]

I have been wet shaving (with a brush) for more than 30 years now. Since finding B&B I have discovered Shave Secret and have used it about every day for almost 3 years. I have found absolutely no difference in any buildup with SS compared to without.

The key here is to use just a few (as in 3-5) drops and massage it into your skin BEFORE lathering. If not, I could see how some buildup could possibly occur over time. If that does occur, then a good wash and hair conditioner will take care of it.john, does it matter even if its a synthetic Fiber/silvertip brush, w the shampooing

[Wingnut]

john, does it matter even if its a synthetic Fiber/silvertip brush, w the shampooing

Can't say for sure Alex, as I only own 1 boar and 3 badgers--2 silvertip and one pure. Never had a bit of problem with any of them, though. If you've got a synthetic silvertip brush and are a brave man, maybe you could take one for the team.

[alex2363]

Can't say for sure Alex, as I only own 1 boar and 3 badgers--2 silvertip and one pure. Never had a bit of problem with any of them, though. If you've got a synthetic silvertip brush and are a brave man, maybe you could take one for the team.john they are the best lathering brush you can buy, i have saved like 70 % of my proraso due to this brush. unbelievable lather machine.