Ok, so that’s not exactly a hard and fast rule.
When it comes to how often you should wash your beard, there are many variables, schools of thought, suggestions and disagreements. I wash my beard with a mild “beard” soap every 2 or 3 days or so. But there are some weeks I wash more and other weeks less. I wash my beard with at least water every day just to rinse out any crumbs and to help with styling. It’s really one of those things to where the best advice is, “Try the suggestion and then adjust as needed.”
However, here are a few guidelines you could follow.
Harsher, chemical additive soaps and shampoos have a tendency to strip away the natural oils (sebum) from your skin and hair. These oils are good to keep your hair and skin from drying out. If you use harsher soaps, especially too often, you may develop dryer skin and beard hair, causing dandruff, itchiness and a difficult to manage beard. Adjust by using a milder soap or washing with soap less often
The opposite could also be true. If your facial skin and hair seems to be too oily, you may need to wash with soap more often. But it could also be that you may just need to up your washing regimen. While the natural sebum oils may help to keep you from drying out, this is also may create a habitat for bacteria. The lack of a thorough cleaning can allow the bacteria build up to cause acne, sores or other unwanted effects. So a good cleaning with soap on a regular basis will help keep your skin healthy and free of microbes.
So how do you keep your beard conditioned and not dried out while using soap on a regular basis? Well, as just stated, keep it clean for a healthy amount of natural oils to prevent the skin and base of the hairs from drying out. And then this is where beard oil comes in. You don’t have to slather a large liberal amount of oil against your skin if it is already healthy, just work the oil through the rest of your beard, that is not as close to your face, all the way to the tips where the natural oils aren’t getting. I do make sure I get the oil against my skin, but never an amount that makes me “feel oily”.
Other things to consider:
If you get a little too carried away while eating spaghetti or a plate of nachos, then wash your beard.
If you have a job that causes you to get your beard filthy every day, then wash your beard.
If you have a cold with a runny nose, I would suggest washing that beard too.
Everyone’s beard is different whether it be the length , coarseness, density, etc., and everyone’s life style is different too.
So, try out some of those suggestions (or any others you find on the Internet), and then adjust as needed.
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]]>Many people have asked me, “there are so many beard care companies out there, what makes yours different from everybody else.“ While we obviously believe that we make great products that can compete with any other brand, as well as being certain you’ll love our oils and balms; the fact is, there are several beard care companies with great products out there. As with any other product we consume, whether it be shoes, soaps or jeans, we tend mostly be brand loyal. It's not that that particular brand out performs all others beyond any shadow of a doubt; no we have just decided for one reason or another, "This is my brand."
For me it always comes down to this question
So Here are a few things about us.
You won’t see any stock images or reposts of Pinterest models here. We represent the average man seeking an above average beard. All photos you’ll see are either friends, family or people we meet.
We also believe that a great beard is a part of you and an accent to your character; not a tool or ploy to get women. Sure, that may be an immediate result, but your character is what will allow for a meaningful and lasting relationship. So, you won’t see any over sexualized posts or half nude images from us.
We believe that being beardless doesn’t make you any less of a man. Obviously we prefer beards around here, but Many of the manliest and greatest men I know are smooth shaven. I wouldn’t dare suggest they are women or children. So no name calling here.
What makes you man is being hard working and living above reproach. You should control your beard and not let it control you. And that’s where we can help and why we say
As much as you may like to play or fidget with your beard or stroke it when your deep in thought like a philosopher, it's best that you just keep your hands off. I know, it's easier said than done, especially if the habit has already been set in. But there are a few good reasons to leave it alone.
I don't understand why someone would want to pull their beard hair in the first place. It sounds painful. But, hey, I didn't stop biting my finger nails til my late 20's, so everyone has a bad habit. Pulling or picking at your beard, especially in the same spot due to boredom or a nervous tick, can cause the hairs and follicles to become damaged and begin to thin out. Eventually you could end up with a hole or gap in your beard where you constantly pull. Try to find something else to do instead of pulling your beard hair... but I don't recommend picking your nose. That's just replacing one bad habit with another.
Stroking your beard should not be too much of a problem unless it's constant or you have a short beard. I know many men who have grown out a full beard that could look glorious if it weren't for the fact of them always smashing it down with there hands. I know the temptation to rub your hands along your long beard, it feels cool. But constantly pushing the hairs down can cause your beard shape to become flat and smashed looking, like you just woke up from sleeping on your face. Also, don't squeeze your beard, it can cause your beard to look thin in the middle and then flip out to the sides on the bottom. Your face will look like an upside down troll doll head. Just dye it blue and sing a song if that's your style.
Also, if you have a short beard, oily hands can cause acne under your beard which can be very irritating. Where as extremely dry hands can potentially lead to bearddruff (beard dandruff).
The fact is, while beards may look cool, constantly stroking the beard can cause negative reactions. It can cause you to look pretentious or full of yourself. "Look at me and my lovely man mane." Nobody likes a self-centered man, so don't give that appearance. Yes, sometimes you need to brush it down or check that the hairs are still in place after you've smashed it in while trying to carry a heavy bag of dog food on your shoulder. But once you've adjusted it, go about your business.
Your beard is a part of you, it shouldn't control you.
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