YaQi 24mm 'Tuxedo' Synthetic

[Nisse]

Got a problem with residue at the very base of the knot where it meets handle, been using shaving creams lately not sure if that is important, anyway how do you keep your brushes clean?

 

[Cristobal]

I soak my brushes from time to time in a 5-10% white vinegar + water solution for a few minutes 2 to 3 times, if needed I gently brush the base of the knot with an old soft toothbrush to remove scale residues, rinse and Bob's your uncle.

 

[Rohleder]

It seems every s/h brush I buy arrives like that... I usually soak, shampoo then rinse which removes 99% of it.

 

[Nisse]

No vinegar so soaked in Fairy, tested lathering detergent but result was too airy for shaving, sacrificed toothbrush, rinsed, now most of the white stuff is gone.

 

[Cristobal]

Yes indeed Fairy works too.

 

[Rohleder]

At least the buildup won't affect synthetic fibres from a longevity POV, one of the main causes of failure on natural hair brushes is soap buildup in the base of the knot... Seems to rot it out I think.

 

[SeanC]

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Got a problem with residue at the very base of the knot where it meets handle, been using shaving creams lately not sure if that is important, anyway how do you keep your brushes clean?

Some individual products do indeed leave more residue than others. Proraso has been a major culprit it the past

I give my synthetic brushes a 30 minute soak, then wash with hair shampoo, once every 3 or so months.

Any crevices on the handle get cleaned with an old toothbrush

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[Nisse]

Read over at Pens of the Forest about the dangers of residue in badger knots: Oh horror!

 

[Rohleder]

Read over at Pens of the Forest about the dangers of residue in badger knots: Oh horror!

Here it is for all to read: http://www.pensoftheforest.co.uk/shaving/shaving-brush-care.pdf

 

[Dave2018]

On the strength of the very positive reviews here I have ordered a 26MM Yaqi Mysterious Space Color handle Tuxedo Hair Knot Shaving Brush.