I didn’t really enjoy the Maseto synthetic, because, it’s too springy and too dense doesn’t splay very well while face lathering. I Strongly advise you not to get the Maseto synthetic.
I’ve own both 26mm Maseto Extra Density Silvertip and 2 Band Finest Badger. The 26mm Extra Density Silvertip is perfect for face lathering, and the 26mm Extra Density 2 Band Finest Badger is perfect for bowl lathering.
The Extra Density 2 Band Finest Badger doesn’t splay too well for face lathering, because, the knot feels too tight and this issue makes your face feel a bit scratchy while the knot is too tight. Also the tips of the 2 Band Finest Badger from Maseto doesn’t feel like gel tips or doesn’t feel like the tips is soft enough after broken in for a while.
Just grab the Extra Density Silvertip is perfect for face lathering, because, the knot is tight and it does splay very well and comfortable and not too scratchy on the face, against the Extra Density 2 Band Finest Badger.