10 Best Shaving Brushes – West Coast Shaving

A good shaving brush is the backbone of a classic wet shave. You might have the right blade and right razor. You might even have zeroed in on your favorite soap and scent; however, without a shaving brush to lather that soap into a frothy lather to protect your face, you won’t get the benefits you desire from a wet shaving experience. That is where shaving brushes comes in. Brushes come in all shapes, colors, sizes, and hair types so finding the perfect fit can be a challenge.  But fear not! Other have gone before you on this road. Here are 10 Best Shaving Brushes from West Coast Shaving that are much beloved by our customers. (We’ve got shaving brushes from all price points, hair types, sizes, and colors.) 

#1 – WCS Tortoiseshell Collection Torch Shaving Brush, Silvertip

• Hair – silvertip
• Handle – tortoiseshell design
• Height/Knot – 115mm/26mm

This brush is beloved for so many reasons. Reviewers rave: “So dense, so firm, So fully packed. This brush exceeded all expectations” and “This brush sucks up the soap and loads it comfortably and easily onto my face. Besides that it looks great hang on the bathroom counter.” This grooming utensil has it all from form to function. And to top it all off, it is a great value. We’ve kept it under $100 (and often on sale) for a silvertip brush. That’s magic!

#2 – WCS Lantern Shaving Brush, Synthetic, Black

• Hair – synthetic
• Handle – black acrylic
• Height/Knot – 99mm/24mm

This is just a lovely brush with its dramatic black handle and exceptional synthetic hair. It is fantastic for those just starting out. Reviewer Edmond comments “This is a great brush; the quality and price are right! Whether you are new to traditional shaving or an old pro, you won’t be disappointed purchasing this brush.” Practically perfect in every way.

#3 – WCS Beacon Shaving Brush, Synthetic, Ivory

• Hair – synthetic
• Handle – ivory acrylic
• Height/Knot – 113mm/24mm

This synthetic fiber is turning synthetic hater into synthetic lovers. Along with a classic handle, there is much to love. Reviewer Ken says, “Have both a boar and badger brush and resisted a synthetic simply because it was “not natural.” This brush lives up its ratings so I’m a believer! Lathers terrific and is soft yet supportive on my face.” A pretty package that packs a punch.

#4 – WCS Two-Tone Tall Synthetic Shaving Brush, Red & White

• Hair – black synthetic
• Handle – retro, cherry red & white
• Height/Knot – 131mm/26mm

This handle has a little retro flair to balance out its modern synthetic fiber. As a tall brush, it creates a lather by any method you choose: bowl, mug, face, palm. It also has a nicely balanced weight that feels great in your hand.  At this price point,  you can’t go wrong. Reviewer John says, “Great brush! Sharp looking and great performing and great value.” A fab brush at a fab price.

#5 – WCS Synthetic Shaving Brushes, Honeycomb

• Hair – black synthetic
• Handle – honeycomb pattern, white/blue/green
• Knot  –  26mm

More love for synthetics! But also for the unique handle design. Reviewer Karl says, “It’s a big chunky brush that feels good in your hands.With a little water the fibers will work up a nice lather in no time. They hold and disperse the soap evenly across your face. Overall just a really nice brush for the money.” And Reviewer Lew adds, “It is well made, easy to load, doesn’t lose hair, and the handle is like magic – I have a firm grip even when it’s covered in soap.” Unique fiber, unique handle.

#6 – WCS Lantern Shaving Brush, Silvertip, Black

• Hair – Silvertip badger
• Handle – black
• Height/Knot – 103m/24mm

The fabulous hair in this brush is matched with a dramatic black handle, but it is smaller than many of the lather monsters out there today. Reviewer Lawerence says, “The lantern style handle is small yet comfortable to hold. This brush lathers quickly for both soaps and creams.” Reviewer Manu raves, “This thing performed like a dream on first use. What a superb piece. Am so glad I decided to give this a try. If you are looking to get into badger, would be an excellent brush to experience why badger brushes are considered top of the line.” Break into wet shaving, break into badger!

#7 – WCS Tortoiseshell Torch Shaving Brush, Pure Badger

• Hair – Pure Bager
• Handle – tortoiseshell pattern
• Height/Knot – 105mm/26mm

Enter into the wet shaving world with this great value brush. Badger hair, traditional handle pattern, and great price point. Reviewer John says, “Excellent value. This Pure Badger brush has the quality of a much more expensive brush. Rarely loses a hair and holds water very well. I like the handle equally as well. Has a good hand feel.”  Superb brush, superb shave.

#8 – WCS Two-Tone Tall Synthetic Shaving Brush, Grey & Black

• Hair – Black Synthetic
• Handle – two-tone retro, grey & black
• Height/Knot – 131mm/26mm

If the cherry red & white handle of our two-tone shaving brush is a bit much. Then maybe you can join those who love our two-tone handle in grey & black. Still with our much beloved synthetic knot. Reviewer Manuel says, “It’s heavy ergonomic handle fits oh so good in my hand and the knot is soft with the perfect amount of backbone. I’ve had it for a couple years now, it’s my daily driver and it still looks and performs like new.”

#9 –  West Coast Shaving Traditional Travel Shaving Brush

• Hair – Synthetic
• Handle – two piece, black (designed for travel)
• Height/Knot – 154mm assembled (108mm stored)/22mm

Take your wet shaving on the road with our traditional travel shaving brush. The synthetic hair is just the right choice for travel as it dries quickly and is easy to maintain. The ingenious handle twists apart so you can store the knot inside the handle for travel and added protection. The knot is a trim but efficient 22mm. 

#10 – WCS Beacon Black Synthetic Shaving Brush, Black

• Hair – Tuxedo synthetic
• Handle – black resin
• Height/Knot – 102mm/24mm

Lastly, our best seller at WCS is this Beacon handle brush in black with elegant tuxedo knot. So many have fallen in love with our synthetic knot and here is another one. With eye-catching white tips and a fully packed knot, it whips up an excellent lather. Reviewer Dale says, “Clearly, this brush is the best I’ve owned. It is very soft and full. It easily creates the fullest and creamiest lather that I’ve ever had. Try it.”