Another dumb newbie question. Ive seen and read a number of people say to only swirl a brush in one direction in the bowl whilst lathering. I've also seen people recommending to press the brush down, or "squish/smash" the brush a few times, while also seeing many people specifically saying to never do that.
So the question is meant only towards brush care, not lather quality/technique. Is swirling in both directions more likely to damage a brush? The pressing down? Does it vary (i.e. safe for a boar brush but damaging for a badger)?
Thanks all. Sorry for most of you may think is a stupid question, lol!
Dave
Brush care while bowl lathering