The Mäbuga| Handcrafted shaving brush made in Australia
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Introducing the Mäbuga
A name drawn from Aboriginal language, meaning dream. This brush is a quiet nod to the deep, enduring connection between land, culture, and story. Like a dream, it feels both grounded and otherworldly at once — rooted in native Australian materials yet carrying a sense of movement and light.
The Mäbuga isn’t just something you use; it’s something you experience, a small daily ritual that connects you to something far older than the morning rush.
At its base, rich brown mallee burl brings warmth, character, and unmistakable Australian soul. Rising above it, clear resin swirls with subtle hints of blue, like sky caught in motion. Look closer and you’ll see the burl’s crown shimmering through — hand-painted in gold to catch the light and reveal every ridge and contour. Suspended in this moment is a bold, deep purple globe amaranth, floating as if time itself decided to slow down just for you. It’s striking, a little hypnotic… and yes, it knows it.
And here’s the part that makes it truly special — there’s no factory, no shortcuts, no assembly line magic. Just me, working by hand in Emerald Beach, Australia. I grew the flower, picked it at its peak, and carefully dried it.
The wood is native, chosen for its natural beauty. I poured the resin, shaped the handle, and refined it into something simple, balanced, and quietly confident.
It sits naturally in your hand, letting the materials — and that stunning flower — do all the talking. Because sometimes, less really is more.
Meet The Mäbuga.
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.