So, you have managed to grow a full, thick beard that every man seems to envy but is that where your beard struggles end? Nope. You can not just grow a beard and then leave it on its own to look great, you have to keep adding your efforts to take care of it properly and consistently.

You can groom your beard in several different ways like creating a proper beard care routine which included washing it regularly and using beard oil, beard balm, and beard brush. Trimming it frequently is also another important beard maintenance step.

In this article, we will be showing you ways you can maintain and groom your beard, whether it is done with the help of trimming or using the right products!

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Grooming Tips

The beard journey never just ends at growing one. For some men, it is easier to grow a nice, luscious beard but for others, it can be hard, but either way, once you get to the stage of having a beard you are fully satisfied with, you have to keep going at taking the right measures to maintain it.

Think of it as getting a girlfriend. You have to work hard to get one by doing everything in the books possible to court one. But do you just stop with the efforts once you have a girlfriend? No! You have to keep going or else she will get going if you know what we mean.

We compiled a list of tips you can follow down below that will help you maintain a fresh and youthful look all time when it comes to your beard.

Create a Proper Beard Care Routine

When it comes to hair and skin, everyone needs a suitable care routine that caters perfectly to their texture. A beard is no different and also requires a carefully put-together routine that you follow daily, from washing to oiling and many other things.

Before buying any products make sure to be on the lookout for its ingredients. This step is vital for you because bad and low-quality products can ruin your hair fibers and create skin problems if they do not suit you so do the proper research beforehand.

Avoid products that have synthetic oils, mineral oils, sulfate, parabens, phosphate, and many other harmful ingredients. Instead buy products that are made up of 100% natural and organic oils.  

Wash Your Beard Daily

Pollutants from the environment, food particles, dead skin, and other dirt that accumulates in your facial hair need to be washed out regularly. Doing this will keep your beard fresh, clean, and healthy.

The hair on your face and scalp are different from each other and so is the skin so you should purchase a product that caters to your beard and the skin under it. Buy a beard wash instead of using regular soap or shampoo for the best results.

Wash your beard daily with warm water but not with beard wash. Use it only with intervals of two or three days otherwise using it regularly will strip your hair fibers of their natural oils and make them dry and itchy.

You can purchase a beard conditioner or mask every once in a while, to give that extra moisture and hydration to your whiskers so that they do not get curly and give a rugged look.

Trim Your Beard Frequently

Make sure you trim your beard when needed, your beard hair can grow to have split ends which gives a wild and unruly appearance. If you want your beard to look neat, and to avoid going to the barber every few weeks, then make sure to go in with a trimmer yourself when needed.

This can be a tricky step if you are new to beard maintenance but a few tutorials online and observation of what your barber does, paired with the right trimming tools will turn you into a professional in no time.

The tools you will be needing for trimming your beard are a brush and an electrical TRIMMER. If you are a pro and believe you can handle a pair of scissors and a comb then be our guest and use those instead!

A few pointers to guide you better on this journey are:

• Do not forget your beard neckline – the neckline has a huge contribution to your appearance, so refrain from trimming it too high. Your Adam’s Apple is the perfect mark for where your beard neckline should be.
• Buy the right tools – buy the right size of the brush, if you are a bit clueless as to where to start then buy beard shapers. These are used as templates that act as a guide on where you should and should not trim.
• A cheek line is also important – for a neat look, a clean cheek line is crucial. One way to do this is to smile and then follow the line of your cheeks toward your sideburns.
• Do not rush it – you do not want to make a mistake and then have a weird-looking beard for a few days until it grows out again. Hence, stay patient and go slowly so you do not rush it, especially if you are a beginner.

Play around with this step if you feel like trying out new styles to see if you can rock them. If not for that, then just trim your beard to tame it.

Use Beard Oil

Just like the hair on your head, the hair on your face needs nourishment so they are not dull and dry. For this purpose, it is best to use beard oil as it coats your hair fibers and moisturizes them down to the roots, meaning it also nourishes the skin.

Beard oil can provide you with the following advantages:

• Makes your hair fibers soft
• Helps in hair growth
• Tames your wild and unruly flyways.
• Fragranced oils make your beard smell great
• Supplements of natural oils in your skin

If you want extra moisture to be given to your hair follicles then apply beard oil after you take a shower, this will lock the moisture from the air to be locked in and provide extra hydration. Use a brush after application to evenly spread the product.

Apply beard oil on alternative days, if you have extra dry hair and skin due to climate conditions of where you live or if it’s just your natural texture, use it daily.  

Make Use of a Beard Balm

A beard balm is used for conditioning your whiskers and styling them. It is almost similar to a beard oil so you do not need to use both at the same time but, if you have rugged hair that seems to have a mind of its own then you can use a beard balm as it is heavier in terms of texture.

The way it works is it forms a protective layer on top of your facial hair, so not only does it protect against dust, but, etc. it also traps moisture. in this way, beard balm helps against dandruff, irritation, and dryness by keeping your hair fresh and healthy.

It is much more helpful if you live in a place where it is either too hot or too cold. It is thicker, compared to beard oil, so the best way to apply is to first rub it between your hands to melt it. Then apply it on your beard and use a brush to even it out.

A Beard Brush is Your Best Friend

In case you did not notice, in the previous two steps we mentioned using a brush to spread out the products more evenly. Apart from its use in that manner, a beard brush is also perfect if you want to tame your wild beard and make it grow in one direction.

A brush made especially to be used on your beard has bristles with a special texture that sweeps out the dust and grime stuck in your hair. It also helps in picking apart any tangles, in case you have a long beard.

Invest in a good boar bristle brush, if you use the wrong brush then it can cause skin irritation and split ends. Brush your hair daily but do not overdo it.

Extra Beard Grooming Tips

• Find a beard shape and style that best fits your face.
• Give your beard at least 4 weeks before trying to shape them.
• Use a towel to pat dry after washing.
• Use warm water on your beard.
• Do not trim your beard neckline too high.
• Do not trust any beard myths such as shaving will make your hair fibers grow back faster.
• Do not use any heat to straighten your beard. It will only damage your hair in the long run.

Conclusion

To be precise, make sure you do not leave your beard hanging after it has grown to your ideal length. Keep taking care of it and develop a proper beard care routine like we have mentioned so that you can have the ideal beard that every teen boy dreams of.

We hope that this guide was helpful and gave you the proper tips you needed when it comes to beard grooming and maintenance.