Beard Grooming 101: How To Grow A Great Beard?

Nobody ever tells you how to grow a beard. It just grows however it’s genetically designed to grow. And for many of us, nobody jumps in to give a beard grooming lesson, either. Sure, dad is there to teach you how to shave, but by the time you need beard trimming advice, you’re probably out of the home and on your own. Dad might not have grown a beard for himself because beards are often a generational feature during the last 10-20 years. As a result, you’re on your own.

Here are the most crucial beard grooming tips and tricks we’ve learned, which should help you keep your beard looking neat and majestic, whether it’s a 5-month stallion or a spectacular 5 o’clock shadow.

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Trimming Your Beard

If you’re going to grow a beard, you’ll need to know how to trim it, whether you’re keeping it short or tidying it up.

Beard Trimming Tips:

Start with a Taller Guard Head: If you’re not sure what length you want, begin with a longer guard and work your way down.
Coach Everything Into Place: Use a beard comb to arrange your beard, including the mustache.
Snip Any Stray Hairs: Trim any stray hairs that protrude from your lip.
Use Facial Hair Scissors: For mustache trimming and spot-checking, facial hair scissors are essential.
Know Your Trimmer Guards: The length of the trimmer guard varies by device. A “1” might mean “1mm” or “1/4” depending on the context, so familiarize yourself with which length you prefer.
Trim When Dry: Always trim your beard when it’s dry, as this is how it will appear in public.

How to Trim the Neckline of Your Beard

You must define the neckline before fading your beard. This keeps you from growing a neckbeard while also demonstrating that you’re serious about beard upkeep. The neckline is relatively simple:

Define the Line: Place two fingers in front of your Adam’s apple. Imagine a U-shape connecting the backs of each ear and meeting in the middle at the U’s base.
Shave Below the Line: Use a real razor or your beard trimmer’s bare guard to shave everything below this line.

How to Maintain a Soft Beard (And Avoid Beard Itch)

You’ve probably heard the saying “you are what you eat.” Your beard is no different. If you don’t nourish it, it can become brittle and cause itchiness. Here’s how to keep it soft:

Apply Beard Oils and Conditioners: Regularly applying beard oils and conditioner balms helps soften and moisturize each whisker, preventing frizz and flyaways. These treatments also hydrate the skin beneath your beard, reducing dandruff and dryness.

A Beard Brush Is Essential:

Distribute Oils: A beard brush helps distribute oils from the shaft throughout the rest of the beard, whether they’re natural oils from your skin or ones you’ve applied by hand.
Exfoliate the Skin: It helps exfoliate the skin beneath your beard, preventing beard dandruff. Pair it with a good oil or conditioner for best results.

Now that you know how to grow and groom your beard properly, learn how to tackle common challenges. Check out our tips on How To Get Rid Of Pimples In Your Beard!