A full beard is a good masculine statement. It makes your baby face a thing of the past, provides a warm scarf for half your face and gives you an instant facelift. So it's time to grow a full beard. But that is something you have to do in a certain way. Of course, it is also an option to just let your beard grow without doing anything about it, but then you will look more like a feral caveman.
In this article we would like to share our best tips and tricks for growing your beard in a stylish, well-groomed way. We discuss the importance of patience, testosterone levels, beard care, and beard fillers to get that perfect beard.
Patience is a virtue: Let it grow
The most important and basic thing to do is simply to be patient. How long does it take for a full beard to really get full? Well, it takes quite a while. It's not like you'll wake up with a glorious beard overnight (unfortunately). Growing a full beard takes time, with some people it also takes longer than others. It usually takes 30 days or so. This is because each hair on your face grows at different speeds, which means some parts of your beard grow faster than others. So hang on, you have to go through it for a month or so. Don't give up on your beard.
Testosterone for beard growth
Testosterone is an important hormone in hair growth and can help boost the growth of your beard. Increasing your testosterone levels can be done in several ways:
- Healthy diet
- Regular exercise
- Regular sexual activity (including masturbation)
Beard care: Moisturize and care for your beard
It is important that you carefully care for your beard with a high-quality beard oil or beard balm. This prevents the beard from drying out and it promotes hair growth. Also, comb your beard with a special beard brush. This stimulates the skin under the beard hairs.
If your beard is long enough, it is important to wash it regularly with a good beard shampoo and beard conditioner. These affect hair growth in a positive way, soothing your itchiness and caring for the underlying skin. It is also important to exfoliate properly from time to time to remove dead skin cells. Then your skin can breathe more and will be better able to absorb the nourishing ingredients of your beard products.
Avoid excessive shaving
Throw your razor aside. At least, as long as it's away from your beard. Excessive shaving can slow down hair growth and can also cause possible irritations such as redness, itching and acne. You should let your beard grow in peace. Especially in the first 4 weeks, no razor should touch your beard. Therefore, try to shave only where necessary and trim your beard with precision. So let it grow and blossom and watch your beard hairs develop with pride.
Starting to itch a little? That's normal. Tame the itch with a beard brush and leave it alone. If you use your beard brush often, clean it regularly. Obviously, you don't want to brush your beard with old dead skin cells. Only products that are fresh and fruity should touch your virgin beard!
Maintain contours
Around the 2nd week, your beard will already be a bit longer. To make sure you don't look like an untamed beaver with rabies, you need to maintain your beard to keep it neat. For example, it is important to keep up with the wild growth on your cheeks, neck and neck with a trimmer. It doesn't have to be tight, it doesn't have to be perfect, but keep it trimmed.
Touch up your beard
If you have been growing your beard for a few weeks, it will eventually become rather wild and awkward. Even if you keep up with your wild growth, the beard itself will eventually become shapeless, long and the hairs will go in all directions. This is why it is important to trim your beard at this point. Trimming a full beard can be done with clippers, for example, but a beard trimmer is our preference. Do use a trimmer that can be used specifically for your beard.
Make sure you find the right length and grab the right attachment of the trimmer. Rather, start with a longer attachment and if it is still too long, you can always use a shorter attachment. Better this than the other way around! Make sure your hand is steady, as a shaky hand can ruin your masterpiece of the past few weeks in one fell swoop.
Time to style your full beard (or have it styled)!
YOU DID IT! You have your beautiful full beard after a few weeks. Now it's a matter of choosing which way you want to go. Do you want to keep it at this length but adjust the shape? Then you have two choices. Either have the barber do it for you and let him look at the best shape for your beard and face, or do it yourself. You can do this with a trimmer. Do some research and watch some YouTube videos if you are inexperienced, though.
Use beard fillers for a fuller look
If your beard is a little thin, it can be tempting to give up and shave right away. But there are so-called beard fillers these days that look like tiny fibers that can be added to the thin spots of your beard for a fuller look.
Maintaining your full beard
Maintenance, of course, is done on the one hand by trimming your beard every so often and maintaining your contours. On the other hand, you maintain your beard with good products. If your beard is longer, you can use a good beard balm. This is because with a beard balm your beard is easy to model. Of course, a beard oil is always recommended for the health of your beard. Is your beard getting nice and wild and long? Then use a beard wax to shape even the wildest hairs.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to grow a full beard? This varies from person to person, but on average it can take between 2 and 6 months to grow a full beard.
Can I speed up beard growth? Although genetics play a role in the rate of beard growth, healthy diet, exercise and proper beard care can help promote growth.
What beard care products should I use? Use a high-quality beard oil or beard balm to moisturize your beard, and a beard brush or comb to remove tangles and shape the beard.
Conclusion
Growing a sleek and full beard requires patience and dedication. Follow our tips for stimulating beard growth, choosing the right beard care products and using beard fillers if needed. Experiment with different methods and products to develop the perfect beard routine that suits you.
Remember that every body is different; therefore, these tips may not produce the intended results with you. Therefore, don't give up and keep experimenting until you find the best routine for your beard. Good luck with growing your sleek full beard!
Your friends, The Alpha Men