How to Train Your Rugged Beard

You would think that having a thick and healthy beard would solve all your problems and you can have an easy life after it. But nope, to your surprise, there is another issue that desperately needs your attention; an unruly and wild beard that seems to have a mind of its own and grow in whatever direction it pleases.

There are many ways you can train your wild beard such as trimming it inwards, applying beard balm to it and brushing it regularly. Using a downward motion in all steps and staying consistent are also important steps.

In this article, we will be showing you steps you can follow that will better help you train your wild beard, whether it is by brushing or using products!

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Ways To Train Your Beard

Trim in the Desired Direction

You may read this step and think to yourself that this doesn’t make sense because it is the opposite of what you want but, hear us out. Trimming is the number one step in training your beard and that is because it can shape your beard to grow in the direction you want.

Beard hair that grows outward from your face needs to be trained so that it can grow inwards and towards your chin. To carry out this step, start by trimming your facial hair along the sides every time you see them growing outwards. In short, trim out-to-in.  

Trimming a long beard can also get rid of any split ends that may be causing your beard to have that wild appearance hence it is important to timely get rid of them.

Although this step can give you a cleaner look and train your facial hair in a better, you can skip this if you are not comfortable with the idea.

Wash Your Beard

Wash your beard with a proper beard wash, not regular shampoo or soap. This step makes sure that your beard maintains a fresh and healthy look and is always clean.

But a noticeable point to keep in mind is to not wash your beard every day because this makes your beard rough stripping away the oils present in your beard naturally that help in managing it more smoothly.

Washing your beard with intervals can make sure that these oils remain in your beard so that they can coax any stray strands back in the correct direction.

Using products on your facial hair every day can be damaging, just as it is for the scalp hair, so try to just wash it with warm water daily and on alternative days, use a good quality beard wash.

Conditioning Once a Week

While at the topic of washing your beard, let’s touch on the topic of conditioning your beard. This step must be done only once a week to not overdo and suffocate your hair follicles with a lot of products.

Coat your entire beard with a small amount of regular hair conditioner evenly. This will ensure that those stubborn strands stay under control with the help of the conditioner.  

Train it By Brushing

The best and most effective way of training your beard to grow in one direction like you want it to is by brushing it daily.

The correct way to do this is to brush it in a downward direction towards your chin to the tips of the beard, this will help in shaping and aligning the hair and hence, over time train it to grow in that particular direction.

The key point you should take into account is that we said to brush it, not comb it. A boar bristle brush is the best for this sort of task as the bristles are perfect to use on wild, rugged hair as they are not harsh and do the job seamlessly. 

Downwards is the Best Direction

When it comes to training facial hair, an important thing to remember is to not only brush your beard in a downward direction but also to apply any beard care products in a downward motion as well.

What this will do is align your hair in the same course and over time it will begin to grow and stay in that particular direction without any outside help. A downward brushing motion will also help evenly spread out the products you use so that no hair is left out.  

Make Use of a Beard Balm

Beard care products can change your facial hair game instantly whether you are using them to get rid of any odor, to grow thick and luscious hair, or to train your beard to grow in your desired direction.

Beard balms are proven to hydrate your facial hair so it is a smart choice to incorporate them into your beard care routine. The way these balms work is that they lubricate your hair fibers and follicles with moisture and hence prevent them from curling.

Take a good amount of the balm and warm it up between your palms to melt it so that it is easier to evenly apply it. Then use downward strokes to spread the product equally in all hair fibers and use a brush, at the end, to make sure no hair is left without any product.

Stay Consistent

You need to be patient and stay consistent with your grooming if you want your beard to listen to you rather than operate on its whims. Consistency with just these few steps will train your beard to grow in the desired direction in no time.

Stubborn stray strands and fly-aways can lower your morale but you need to keep in mind that patience is really important, all it needs is just a few minutes of brushing daily along with applying the proper products and you will have your beard looking the way you desire in no time!

Never miss a day of your routine and beard brushing as it will take you back to your initial stages and that does not sound very appealing now, does it?

Use the Right Products

We already mentioned a few products you will be needing but whatever you purchase, remember that the most important part that matters is the quality of these products. Use ones that are made up of natural essential oils and are rich in nutrients and vitamins. Avoid products that have mineral oils, synthetic oils, sulfate, etc.

The basic products and tools you need to be investing in are a good quality boar bristle brush, beard oil, beard wash, and a beard balm. Just make sure you do your research before buying any of these and using them on your beard.

Beware of What You Need to Avoid

Knowing what you need to be doing is a good place to start when it comes to any aspect but another smart decision is to search up what you need to be avoiding so you do not erase any progress you made in the past.

Avoid using products with harmful and harsh ingredients such as face soap or any other low-quality mass-produced products. Also keep an eye out for products that consist of alcohol because this ingredient can make your hair go out of control and hence, harder to control.

Make sure you use all products in a sufficient amount and do not overdo it. Instead of battling the issue of unruly hair, you will find yourself to be facing other issues because of this such as clogging of pores, oily beard, etc.

Maintain a proper beard care routine and do not miss out on any days or else you will not be seeing any results anytime soon.

Additional Things to Keep in Mind

There are a few other aspects you need to keep in mind in case you begin to get discouraged or lose your patience. These are listed below:

• Texture. Everyone has different textures when it comes to beard hair such as thin, thick, curly, straight, etc., and these depend on your genetic code. It is important you are aware of your facial hair texture so you can pinpoint how long it will require to be tamed.
• Length. Shorter hair will be easier to tame because of its length. Brushing and grooming will require less time than a long beard.
• Style. A more complicated beard style means more frequent trimming and upkeep. Do not be surprised if it takes longer than most to get your wild hair to be tamed.
• Weather. This might be a surprising element for some when it comes to beard, but the weather does govern your facial hair just like when it comes to scalp hair. Hot and humid weather can lead to dry and curly hair. If you want to avoid the effect of weather on your beard then compose a good beard care routine so the products can save your hair from dryness.

Conclusion

Maintenance and grooming of your beard can require a lot of effort but in the end, it is all worth it. When it comes to wild and unruly hair that grows in all directions except the one you want to, just have some patience and trim and brush it, eventually leading it to automatically grow in your desired direction. We hope this guide helped you find ways to tame a rugged beard that you can incorporate into your daily routine to get the fastest results!