Oh, this is the best for placing a hot wet creamy mop all over your face. I really enjoy slopping this brush across my face. It holds so very much cream that you do in fact get at least four or five full beard latherings plus touch up! This brush along with cream, razor and blades make's for an experience instead of a chore. The only real negative is that it's mainly a creams brush as it's so soft and lofty it doesn't really bite into soaps very well unless they've already been softened up with hot water and allowed to soak. This brush is a top-quality brush at a lower level price. I've never lost a hair from the knot! Vulfix, thank you!