Hi Sara! Thanks so much for trying the Dry Brush and for sharing such detailed feedback! We totally understand that bristle firmness can be really personal - what feels perfect for one person might feel too intense for another. We really appreciate you letting us know about your experience and comparing it to the Iris Hantverk brush! It's super helpful to hear specific feedback about the stiffness level, and we'll definitely keep this in mind for future product development. We're glad it's effective at exfoliation, but we completely get that comfort is just as important! Thanks for taking the time to share your honest thoughts! 💛