You are definitely not the only one, and you probably see it more often around you. Wearing a Beard that unfortunately has holes in it. Uneven coverage. A smooth Beard Growth is not a given and is quite rare. Various causes can underlie this. Generally, you let the Beard grow and can cover most bald spots with the other hairs. Or you keep the Beard with a Beard Trimmer very short. Then you take the irregularities in stride. It doesn't necessarily have to look bad at all. Such a rugged shadow with irregularities. In Hollywood, it's quite trendy, by the way.
Imperfections can also be hip!
How can holes in a Beard occur?
Beard and head hairs grow from the hair follicles. For some, growth is faster than for others. This is genetically determined. This also applies to the durability of the Hair. In some men, it dies off earlier than in others. The durability, so to speak. When a Hair 'dies', it can be replaced by a new one. Although that is not the case for everyone. The same goes for beard hairs. It may be that hairs die off and are not replaced by a New specimen. Then holes can develop that gradually become slightly larger.
It can also be that there are no hair follicles (anymore) present on the skin. Then you naturally won't have Beard Growth there either. Scars can also ensure that no beard hair grows in that spot anymore. Then the follicles have unfortunately been removed due to the damage. You can also have beard hairs implanted. But those are quite drastic steps, of course. Painful. Costly too. You have to be willing to go through with that. Such a surgically applied Beard can also give a somewhat synthetic appearance. Not natural.
Does the occurrence of holes in your Beard have a medical character?
The occurrence of holes in the Beard can have various causes. Let's name the most important ones:
- The absence of hair follicles – Whether or not genetically determined
- A lack of essential vitamins and minerals can cause production from the hair follicles to lag or stop
- Stress can play a major role
- Alopecia Areata – A condition that generates baldness in certain areas of the Body. This can suddenly occur without really identifiable causes. The aforementioned stress could trigger the onset of this autoimmune disease. Not only the Beard and on the head but also the Nails can be affected. These problems are sometimes temporary and unfortunately, there is little that can be done. Of course, a visit to the doctor is highly recommended to rule out other conditions.
- An unhealthy lifestyle
Does a healthy lifestyle influence beard hairs?
If you live a healthy life, it doesn't always have to influence the quality of your beard hair. For example, if you are blessed with strong genes, the hair follicles can endure a lot and still survive. But we can generally say that a healthy lifestyle makes an essential contribution to a healthy beard. So make sure to drink 1.5 liters of water every day. This helps hydrate the dry skin and keeps it elastic. Your hair follicles will benefit from it!
Tip: If you find tap water boring, you can also embellish a jug of water with mint leaves, lemon slices, ginger, thyme, or fruit. A bottle of water with strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries. Not only does it look nice, but it also provides a tingling taste. Prefer no splash of lemonade. Less healthy, right! Speaking of which: go exercise! By moving, you promote the production of testosterone, which has a positive effect on hair growth.
Of course, besides a balanced diet, you can also take minerals and extra vitamins. Such as Biotin, Vitamin A, B (3), C, D, E (almost the whole alphabet!) but also a sufficient presence of Zinc is essential for healthy skin and the same for a healthy beard.
How can you style a beard with bald spots differently?
If you have an irregular beard and can't work away the 'bald islands' with the existing beard hairs, you'll have to deal with it. But: there are other possibilities. You can shave the beard hairs on the cheeks up to the jawline. So a thin line between the neck and the jaw. This gives you a very tightly lined beard. Like artist Prince (R.I.P) did back then. You can also keep the beard nice and short. So, a shadow of about 3 days.
Rough!
Are there other ways to camouflage a beard with bald spots?
For masking the gaps, fortunately, there are supportive means to boost the beard. An excellent product is Toppik Hair Building Fibers. Of course, you are cheating a little, but the results are worth it! Pretty NASA indeed. With these synthetic Hair fibers, you perfectly fill the gaps in your beard. And no one will notice. Of course, choose a color with the best match to your beard shade. Just spray and fill. How do you think they do this in Hollywood? A blockbuster doesn't become a blockbuster just like that.
Want to get excited? Then check the topic below or take a look here for an extensive course on filling beards with Toppik!
Toppik Hair Building Fibers creates a thick full look by mixing microscopic Hair Fibers with your own Hair. The Toppik Hair Fibers are made from organic Keratin proteins, which are also produced by your own Hair. The Hair Building Fibers are easy to apply and will immediately blend with your own Hair. The fibers adhere to the Hair, keeping them in place. Toppik stays well all day and does not rub off.
There are also men who have imperfections tattooed. That 'works' optically best if you keep the Beard ultra-short. You also see men having 'hairs' 'set' on their scalp. So why not as an artificial beard. You have to want it. Various natural liquids or herbal extracts can also have a positive influence and support for the Beard such as:
- Jojoba oil
- Ginseng
- Argan oil (we had previously written a laudatory article about this)
- Almond oil
- Hemp seed oil
Of course, we also have an ultimate Beard Serum with various natural extracts to stimulate the Beard Growth. Let us highlight one sublime product for you.
Beviro - Natural Beard Booster
Enhance your Beard Growth with this Natural Beard Booster from Beviro. The booster consists of 90% natural ingredients that work together to stimulate your Beard Growth and ensure a thicker Beard.
This Beard Growth oil supports blood circulation, activates and stimulates the hair follicles of your Beard and gives the hair follicles more energy. This ensures that even in areas where you normally have little to no Beard Growth, beard hairs can appear. The main ingredients of the booster are cressatine and guarana. These give your Beard more energy and stimulate the Beard Growth.
Additionally, the booster is enriched with other important ingredients such as biotin, herbal extracts, keratin, panthenol, and nourishing oils that nourish and support both your Beard and the underlying skin during the growth of your Beard.
The Beard booster is not a magical miracle cure that everyone can grow a Beard with, but it is a tool for those for whom it goes a bit slower. If you are about to grow your first high school Moustache or if no one in your family has a Beard, the Beard booster will probably not help. This Beard booster is therefore made for those who already have a small base to work with and these people will get the most out of the Beard booster.
If you are still not satisfied with the persistent imperfections in your Beard. No matter what you do. You can always wield the blade. Every or every other day Shaving so that you always look Fresh and sharp. Crunchy! Of course, we also have the right tools, oils, and Soaps for you on the stage. We will talk about it another time.
Good luck, bearded man!
Your friends, The Alpha Men