The Kooyong Shaving Brush | Resin & Burl with Pink Flower
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The Kooyong – Handmade Shaving Brush
Kooyong is an Aboriginal word meaning “camp” or “resting place.” In some traditions, it represents a gathering point — a spot where people come together, stories are shared, and the day slows down. I thought it was the perfect name for a shaving brush: a small daily ritual where you pause, take a breath, and make the moment your own.
Handmade by me in the coastal air of Emerald Beach, the Kooyong is shaped to feel as natural in your hand as a smooth stone worn by the sea. The tip, where the knot sits, is a crisp, clean white. Just below, five Globe Amaranth blooms seem to hover in mid-air: three light pink and two deep fuchsia, each one a tiny preserved burst of joy.
They float in a sea of blue-green translucent epoxy, laced with fine gold dust that dances with the light — sometimes sparkling, sometimes soft and cloudy. At the very base lies a slice of native Australian brown mallee burl, dressed in gold. Its intricate grain catches the light in flashes, showing off the natural patterns that make each piece truly one-of-a-kind.
The Kooyong is both practical and poetic — a brush that works beautifully and tells a story every time you pick it up. It’s your own little “resting place” in the morning rush, ready to make the start of your day something special.
ALL PRICES ARE IN AUSTRALIAN DOLLARS
Choosing Your Knot
Not sure which knot to pick?
Each one feels different in the hand and on the face — soft, scrubby, or somewhere in between.
Scroll down for the quick guide below, or check the full Knot Descriptions under the “Products” tab.
Synthetic knot
I have various synthetic knots to choose depending on what feel you prefer. Contact me for further info on which on to pick.
Oumo SHD Silk HMW
A silky-soft classic made with High Mountain White badger hair. Great water retention, gentle feel, and just enough backbone for control. A premium all-rounder.
Oumo LotusTip ACE
Soft as a dream with gel-like tips. Perfect for sensitive skin or face latherers who crave that plush, luxurious glide.
Oumo SHD LOD
Traditional two-band feel with a touch of scrub. Dense, balanced, and dependable — a great choice if you like a more natural badger character.
Oumo Manchuria SHD (Gen 1)
Ultra-plush gel tips and a softer backbone. All about comfort. Ideal if you prefer gentle over scrubby. Only one left of this generation!
Oumo SHD White Tip
No gel tips, no shortcuts — just pure, natural two-band badger with a firmer backbone and light exfoliating feel. Honest, classic, and satisfying.
BOTI SHD Captain
Fan-shaped and packed dense. Fast-loading, full-splaying, and a true lather machine. Soft tips meet structure — ready for anything.
BOTI SHD Foregoer Back
Zero chemical processing. 100% natural Silvertip badger that evolves with use. Starts scrubby, breaks in beautifully. For purists who like their tools to tell a story.
ALL PRICES ARE IN AUSTRALIAN DOLLARS
Want to customise your brush? See our full range of premium knots.