One of the first things you learn when you delve into Beard Care is that you should use a Beard Shampoo or Beard soap. And with Beard Shampoo, it is, of course, always meant to be a Shampoo specifically made for the Beard. Never a regular Shampoo for the Hair on your head.
Why not a regular Shampoo for the Beard?
The beard hairs and underlying skin require a different Grooming and are also much more sensitive. A regular Shampoo contains more aggressive ingredients. Often also many chemical ingredients. If you were to use these for your Beard, you would end up with a very dry, hard, and unkempt Beard. The underlying skin will start to itch and flake, which will end up in the Beard. It will make you look very unkempt.
A Beard Shampoo often contains more natural ingredients. It also contains nutrients specifically intended for the beard hairs and underlying skin. Naturally, the scent is also important. A Beard Shampoo often has a scent that is very masculine and makes the Beard smell nice.
That does not mean that every Beard Shampoo is of equally good quality. There are quite a few differences in quality and Price. To ensure that you buy a good Beard Shampoo and take optimal care of your Beard, we will tell you what to look for when buying a Beard Shampoo.
View always check the ingredients of the Beard Shampoo
The quality of a Beard Shampoo can almost always be recognized by the ingredients it contains. A good Beard Shampoo has many natural ingredients. If you only see chemical ingredients, it is better to leave it. Especially if you have a somewhat sensitive skin that quickly becomes dry or oily. The reason a composition with many natural ingredients is better is that they do not wash away the body's natural oils and nutrients from the hair and skin. Natural ingredients often have nourishing properties, which means the Beard is extra nourished and stays hydrated.
Natural ingredients you often find in a good Beard Shampoo are: Water, olive oil, Castor Oil, Soy Hair Wax, Beeswax, seaweed extract, honey, Cocoa powder, Aloe Vera juice, Chamomile Extract, essential oils.
Although you want to avoid as many chemical ingredients as possible, you will find some ingredients of chemical nature in most Beard Shampoos. Now, you don't have to be immediately frightened by this. These are, for example, anti-inflammatory, prevent acne, or make the product less flammable.
Chemical ingredients that are harmless
Cocamide DIPA, Decyl-Glucoside, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Benzoate, Polyquaternium-10, Lauryl Glucoside, PEG-16 Macadamia Glycerides, panthenol (pro-vitamin B5).
Ingredients you should avoid
Ammonium lauryl sulfate, sodium laureth sulfate, Sodium Lauryl Sulphate, Sodium Chloride, Di-ethanol-amine (DEA) and Tri-ethanol-amine (TEA), Formaldehyde, Propylene Glycol, Propyl-paraben, Methyl-paraben, and synthetic fragrances.
These ingredients dry out the skin and hair and remove the good essential oils. So not really a good contribution to your Beard Care. A good Beard Shampoo for men with, for example, sensitive skin or very dry beard hair, should in principle always be free of parabens and sulfates.
Don't pay more than necessary
A more expensive Beard Shampoo is not always better. Therefore, always compare the Price with the ingredients that are in it. A Beard Shampoo full of beautiful natural ingredients is often a bit more expensive. A cheaper Beard Shampoo does not necessarily have to be bad. Look at the Brand and what is said about it. The packaging it comes in often also influences the Price. Also look at the Brand from which you buy the product. Whether it is well-rated. That often says a lot about the product.
Which Beard Shampoo we recommend.
At The Alpha Men, we sell enough Beard Shampoos in different price ranges. To make it as easy as possible for you, we give you a selection of Beard Shampoos that we find the best. Then you no longer have to look at the label. Fragrances and packaging remain, of course, a personal preference.
Anthony - Conditioning Beard Wash
That this product works well is not so surprising to us. The products of Anthony are actually always of high quality. This Beard Shampoo from Anthony contains natural ingredients that cleanse, exfoliate, and make the Beard silky smooth. A very complete product indeed. A fingertip of this Beard Shampoo is also enough to take care of your Beard.
Mr Natty - Face Forest Soap
Do you quickly suffer from a dry underlying skin or dandruff? Then this is the perfect choice. The Mr Natty Face Forest Soap is a Beard Soap that contains Shea Butter and intensely hydrates the skin. Your skin will be less irritated. With a handful of antioxidants, this is one of the best products to wash your Beard.
OAK Beard Wash
The Berlin-based OAK Beard Care is not yet known worldwide but in our opinion deserves a place among the best Beard care products. The Beard Shampoo consists of natural ingredients including coconut oil, malt, and grapefruit and has a delightful masculine scent. The packaging has a modern premium appearance.