Beards are popular. Some may even claim they’re trending, but we don’t think a good beard ever goes out of style.

Caring for a beard is straightforward, although there are a few things to consider. How should you wash it? Should you use beard oil? What shape works best for you?

Great news! We’ll address these concerns and keep things super simple because we’re into that sort of thing.

Let’s jump in.

Beards need to be cleaned and cared for. There are tons of beard-specific wash products on the market. We’re currently looking into finding one to bring into Hello. For now, you can do a little research and find a product that you like. If you don’t feel like doing any research and want something to get the job done, we’d recommend checking out Wash by CULT + KING. Wash is an all-in-one bar that will work as a shampoo, body, and face wash. Check it out here.

Let’s answer a few common questions to steer you in the right direction.

Can you wash a beard with shampoo? A shampoo is OK in a pinch, but it’s not designed for the skin. Also, keep in mind many shampoos strip hair of natural oils and/or cover them. If shampoo is what you’ve got available, we recommend using a face wash on the non-bearded parts of your face. 

My beard is super short. Can I get away with just face wash? If you’re keeping your facial hair more toward the 5-o’clock shadow or stubble look, you can most likely get away with just using a face wash. By the time the hair would be drying out or affected negatively, it’s being cut off.

My beard is long and tends to be unruly. What can I do? The best thing you could do would be to book a beard trim with one of our barbers. They’ll be able to shape things up and give you a fresh start. Often, beards just need a little care to get them organized and cooperating. We’d also recommend a product like Balm from CULT + KING. Balm delivers manageability and moisture without the traditional shine of typical beard oil. It’s also got a super clean, refreshing scent. C+K Balm definitely has your back, um, your beard; it has your beard!

Should I use beard oil? Great question! We think so. Living in the North East, our winters get very dry. Beard oil will add moisture to your beard and the skin below. If you tend to get itchy, give it a shot. Start off slow, maybe every other day, and use sparingly. If you find your beard is still dry, add a bit more. If you notice it’s a little too oily, then dial it back. 

Regarding what shape works best for you, we believe in individuality and expression. Yes, certain beard shapes and styles work better with certain face shapes, but, what type of beard you rock is up to you! If you’re not sure, want to start growing a beard, or are looking for a change, then book an appointment with one of our barbers, and we’d be happy to guide your decision-making process.

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