Shaving brushes are often referred to as a “badger brushes,” since the woodland creatures hair has traditionally been used to create the shaving tool. Many of these brushes still use badger hair, but synthetic fibers are another great option. A great performing shave brush that’s made with cruelty-free horse hair. We definitely like that! Professional Horse Hair Shaving Brush is handmade with the finest horse hair and a striking wood and metal handle. Extra-long hair on this brush means it keeps great lather. And a thinner handle makes it perfect for getting into deeper bowls and mugs. Best of all, it performs just as well as brushes made with traditional badger hair, but no animals were harmed in order to make it. Instead horsehair is collected from the mane and tail during the grooming process.