Essentiel Initiation Shaving Set - High Mountain White Fibre - 9 Colours

The Essentiel Initiation set brings together everything needed to discover brush shaving: preparation, lather and storage. It is the ideal gift to introduce someone to the Plisson ritual.

In the set

• a High Mountain White style fibre shaving brush, size 12, acetate handle (9 colours);
• a plexiglass stand;
• a Limoges porcelain bowl;
• a Plisson shaving soap.

Fibre: the pleasure without the constraints. Soft and supple, it offers the pleasure and precision of a great shaving brush with no maintenance constraints: it dries quickly and does not shed. It builds a generous lather and is particularly suited to sensitive skin. The brush is hand-assembled in the Plisson workshops in France.

A fine introduction to the craftsmanship of the House that invented the shaving brush.

The best time to shave is in the morning, just after a shower and before breakfast. At this time of day, the beard hair is softer and easier to cut, while the skin is less sensitive.

Prepare a rich lather using a shaving brush and your favourite Plisson shaving soap or cream. Apply the lather to your damp face using circular motions to lift and soften the beard hair. Shave in the direction of hair growth using light, controlled strokes. For a closer shave, reapply the lather and shave gently against the grain if your skin allows.

Finish by rinsing your face with cool water to refresh the skin, then apply an aftershave balm to soothe and moisturise.

To preserve the quality of your shaving brush for years to come, rinse the knot thoroughly after each use to remove any traces of shaving cream or soap. Gently remove excess water, then lightly dry the bristles with a towel before storing the brush upside down on a suitable stand.