You can experiment with different haircuts today, just as you can with different beard styles. You can have a full beard or a fine-looking stubble, depending on how well or quickly you can grow a beard. Leave some scruff on your face as long as you’re willing to cope with the care. This year’s classic beard (and mustache) styles are here to help you change up your look.
1. The Chevron Mustache
A Chevron mustache, a style that is equal parts suburban dad and American hipster, shouts classic. You may see this entire tuft of hair on the upper lips of Tom Selleck, Joaquin Phoenix in Her, and Mahatma Gandhi. The Chevron is also one of the easiest styles to grow and maintain. A regular trim and some beard butter spell the difference between stylish and sleazy. Tip: Grow a full beard before shaving most of it off to achieve the best ‘stache.
Recommended for: Men with longer (oval and rectangular) face shapes
2. The Balbo Beard
The Balbo appears to be a little rough around the edges, but when trimmed, it doesn’t look unkempt. Italo Balbo, one of Mussolini’s henchmen, was given the name Italo Balbo after one of Mussolini’s subordinates. Robert Downey Jr. appears to be the face of the look nowadays. This could explain why it has grown in popularity. The Balbo beard, unlike the Van Dyke beard, has a softer tip, almost like a boxed beard with no sideburns. The mustache, on the other hand, is “floating,” which means it’s not attached to the rest of the facial hair.
Recommended for: Guys with round faces or narrow chins or those who want a slightly tousled appearance.
3. The Full Beard
The full beard, as the benchmark for various beard types, is the textbook definition of facial hair. However, it can be challenging for those who are unable to grow a full beard. Give this a shot if you’re blessed in the genetics department and don’t mind the upkeep. Getting a complete forest of facial hair might take anywhere from four to eight weeks, depending on how fast your hair grows. Then it’s time to contour and define the neckline with the clipper.
Recommended for: Men who have the ability to grow a full beard and those who don’t mind using grooming products regularly.
4. The Short Boxed Beard
The contour of a full beard is similar to that of a short boxed beard, but it is molded and trimmed much closer to the face, giving the user a tidy and professional image. It’s for this reason that it’s the go-to beard for many nine-to-five workers who have to follow stricter dress regulations. This looks more polished and sharper with regular trimming and beard oil application. Simply trim less frequently for a more casual appearance.
Recommended for: Round faces; those working in corporate environments; executives who want to exude authority.
5. The Handlebar Mustache
It’s no wonder that many guys desire to grow the prized “handlebars,” those long, groomed, and curved upwards ends of the handlebar mustache, because it’s vintage, bold, and regal.
Trimming your whiskers, no matter how tempting it may seem, will not help you grow a traditional handlebar. Comb the mustache with a beard comb and leave a gap in the center to encourage the hairs to grow in opposing directions. Apply beard pomade or wax, twisting the hairs up with your fingers, when it’s long enough. Alternatively, exactly like in the movies, you can wrap the mustache around a pen.
Recommended for: Fans of the vintage look; oval and rectangular faces.
6. The Three-Day Stubble
You can experiment with different haircuts today, just as you can with different beard styles. You can have a full beard or a fine-looking stubble, depending on how well or quickly you can grow a beard. Leave some scruff on your face as long as you’re willing to cope with the care. This year’s classic beard (and mustache) styles are here to help you change up your look.
Best Beard Maintenance
Growing a beard may seem like the most natural thing in the world, but proper grooming and maintenance are what make the difference. When you spot a beard you like on a celebrity such as, say, Jason Momoa, chances are that the beard is groomed.
A few quick tips:
- For a fuller-looking beard with some shine and without the flakes, be sure to wash it every day with its own shampoo and conditioner.
- Arm yourself with a beard comb to detangle knots, beard oil to restore lost shine, and beard balm to style the beard in place.
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Sameer is a skilled writer for BeardCarePro.com with 7 years of experience in beard care and grooming. He holds a Diploma in Beard Grooming and Styling, bringing practical knowledge and expert advice to his readers. Follow Sameer on Instagram, connect on Facebook, or watch his grooming tips on YouTube.
