In the age of disposable razors, a shaving brush may seem old fashioned. But it's still the best way to get a good lather and therefore a better shave as any men's grooming professional will tell you. These Italian made, pure bristle shaving brushes come with a handy stand and are very reasonably priced.

Why Use a Shaving Brush? Good barbers have continued to use shaving brushes through the years to facilitate the optimum shave. David Waters from Men's Health Magazine wrote the book "Grooming Essentials for Men". In his book David writes, "Go traditional. A shaving brush is a great way of whipping up a beard lubricating lather. Brushing also helps remove dead skin cells from the surface of your face, ensures that the cream covers every part of the area to be shaved and if you use a circular movement it also lifts the beard away from the face, making it easier to cut."

For the optimum shave, the right brush is essential. The bristles have to be the right balance between resistance (stiffness) to raise the beard and softness to generate a rich creamy lather.

A shaving brush is one of the best tools you can use for a smooth close shave. Used with quality shaving and skin care products, it's like having a facial every time you shave.

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