HOW TO LOOK AFTER YOUR BRUSH
aka your new bathroom legend
So you’ve got yourself a handcrafted Fuko badger brush — nice choice! It’s built to last, maybe even outlive your grandkids’ grandkids. But like all good things, it deserves a little TLC. Here's how to keep it looking lush and lathering like a dream.
🦡 Breaking in Your Badger (Skip this if your knot is synthetic)
That “eau de badger” smell? Totally normal. But here’s how to send it packing:
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Give it a 1-minute warm water soak (not hot — hot water = sad glue).
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Gently shake or squeeze out the extra water (no wrestling).
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Load it up with shaving soap or baby shampoo and whip up a lather.
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Rinse it out, squeeze (don’t pull!) the knot.
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Flick it like you're shaking a cocktail.
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Repeat 3–5 times — until it smells more like soap and less like a barnyard.
Bonus: A few hairs might fall out in the first month. That’s totally normal — your knot’s just settling in.
🛡️ Pro Tips to Keep It Going Strong
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Warm water only — your brush is fancy, not fireproof.
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Be gentle! Mashing it into your bowl or face like a gorilla ruins the tips. Think soft and swirly.
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Face lathering? Use a knot that’s meant for it and don’t press like you're buffing a floor.
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After use, rinse until the water runs clear, then towel it off and flick away the moisture.
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Dry it in open air — never trap a damp brush in a drawer. That’s just asking for trouble.
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Got build-up? Give it a quick soak in a 50/50 mix of water and vinegar twice a year. Goodbye soap scum.
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Never pull the hairs. Squeeze, don’t yank. Your brush will love you for it.
And most importantly…
Enjoy it!!
Because this isn’t just a shaving brush — it’s a ritual. A moment. A daily act of self-respect.