HJM is part of the world-leading shaving care brand Mühle, owned by Hans-Jürgen Müller GmbH & Co KG. Hans-Jürgen Müller is the son of Otto Johannes Müller who founded Mühle back in 1945, right after the end of the Second World War. He then started producing shaving brushes with animal hair in all simplicity. They became hugely popular and today the company has grown to become worldwide. Since its inception, it has been one of the most sought-after brands in shaving and shaving accessories. They have a very long experience in shaving care products and through HJM they offer affordable goods with very high quality, just like the products signed Mühle. The company is based in Germany and it is also where all manufacturing takes place. This has enabled them to gather all their knowledge and experience in one place and create fantastic products with good durability, stylish design and good quality. HJM stands for Hans-Jürgen Müller and shows the connection between his two brands.
HJM Shaving Brushes
HJM has a very wide range of shaving brushes and also offers practical shaving stands and shaving soap. Their shaving brushes come in three different varieties made from boar hair, badger hair and a specially developed synthetic material.
Pure Bristle
Pure bristle are brushes made from boar hair. They are available in different designs and are very suitable for those who want to start using this type of product. These brushes are cheap in comparison to those made of badger hair and do not require a huge investment for those trying this method for the first time. The bristles are quite stiff but soften over time. The stiff bristles provide a good massage and exfoliation, removing dead skin cells. They also lift the beard hairs, which is good for the upcoming shave.
Pure Badger
Pure badger is the most common variety of badger hair and the quality of hair found in HJM’s products. The hair comes from the belly, sides and legs of the badger and is often dark in color. This hair is also quite rough and provides a pleasant massage and good exfoliation effect. Badger hair holds water better than boar hair and it is therefore easier and faster to get a good lather of shaving soap.
Black Fibre
Black Fibre is the name of the high-quality synthetic alternative for those who do not want to use animal hair. Launched by Mühle in 2011 after extensive research and testing, it was a game-changer for the entire shaving industry. The quality is as high and the bristles are as soft as those made from badger hair. Never before have there been such good and durable shaving brushes with synthetic bristles. The bristles are soft and flexible, hold water well and are easy to get a good, thick lather. It has been proven to be more resistant than the classic animal hair version and is very easy to clean. Black Fibre is perfect for the animal lover who wants a very good shaving brush that lasts a long time.
Design and Maintenance
The handles come in many different variations and colors. From red, green and yellow to light and dark, there are both stylish plastic handles and elegant wooden handles. The shaving brushes are made for daily use and are very durable. To extend their lifespan even further, thorough cleaning after each use is essential.
Removing soap residue and bacteria protects the hairs and makes the brush more hygienic and longer lasting. To store the shaving brush in a neat and practical way, the brand offers brush stands that can be attached to the wall with a suction cup. The stands are made of plastic and come in white, black, tortoise shell and a transparent version. The shaving brush hangs upside down, which prevents water from collecting in the handle, which can ruin the bristles.
