The goatee, the goatee, the Beard for the badasses among us. The goatee is a typically masculine look and will make your Face appear optically longer. This pointed beard was first worn in ancient Greece and is inspired by the god of shepherds, named Pan. Time to summon the Greek god within yourself by growing a goatee. Then we'll tell you how to grow it, how to trim it, and maintain it. Let’s go.
Growing a Goatee
It all starts with considering the men's goatee. This beard style particularly suits men with a small, short, or rounder Face. But luckily, the goatee often looks good on a man, regardless of your face shape. The goatee will stand out more if it has a different Colour than the Colour of your skin.
Once you've decided that the goatee will be your new look, you need to think about how you want to style your goatee. You can opt for the loose Beard goatee, but there's also a goatee with Moustache, which is also known as the Van Dyck. If you want a goatee with Moustache attached to the goatee, this is called a circle beard. Want a goatee with Beard that tapers to a point combined with a Moustache with pointed ends? This is called the musketeer mustache. So, delve into different goatee with Beard options!
How to Trim and Shaving a Goatee
Like any good trimming or shaving session, start with good preparation. Know what you want to do and know the steps you need to take. So, read up well and make sure you have the right Shaving Accessories at home, such as a good Trimmer or Hair Clipper suitable for your Beard. Also, get a good razor and shaving brush with, for example, a good Shaving Soap or Shaving Cream at home.
Step 1: Start Trimming
Choose a Trimmer with a fixed comb. Start by trimming your Moustache to a length of about 3 to 5 millimeters. This will make your goatee easier to trim later.
Step 2: Shave the Outline of Your Goatee
Start at your neck by Shaving small sections around your goatee. Work well around your chin and jaw until you have found the right shape for your goatee. Always shave wider than you initially think; this way, you keep a good overview and don't accidentally shave off too much. Of course, you always Shaving with accompanying products such as transparent Shaving Gel or regular Shaving Gel!
Tip from us: smile occasionally. Follow the lines of your Oral and shave your goatee to approximately the same width. And honestly, it makes your trimming session a lot happier too.
Step 3: Choose Your Desired Length
You get it, you're almost done. Now, take a critical look at your goatee and ask yourself if this is the length you're looking for. Too long? Then trim the length with an attachment with length. Too short? Let that goatee grow.
Step 4: Finishing Touches
Okay, your goatee is set! But to complete the whole look, you need to take a good look at yourself in the mirror. Do you see any unwanted hairs on your cheeks or neck? Get rid of that mess. Now it's time to double-check to see if your goatee is really symmetrical. If this is not the case, you need to trim a little bit off one side.
After trimming and Shaving, don't forget to take good care of your Face. Apply a nice Aftershave Balm or aftershave splash to restore your Face.
How to maintain a goatee
You have the perfect goatee for men on your Face and all Other hairs are perfectly trimmed. Great, but unfortunately, hair grows back quickly. It's a matter of maintenance! Make sure no wild hairs start growing in all directions, as this is especially noticeable with men's goatees.
Remember the length at which you trimmed your goatee and trim it again every other day. Always remember to trim in movements that go away from your goatee! Otherwise, you might slip accidentally, and nobody wants that. Another option is to maintain your goatee with a Beard Scissors. This way, you won't slip easily, and your hard work won't be for nothing. With both Tools, it's wise to use a Beard Bib. This keeps your Apparel nice and clean, saving you some cleanup. Keep the rest of your Face smoothly shaved. You know best how often you need to do this, as it varies from person to person.
Don't forget to take good care of your goatee. Wash it regularly with a Beard Shampoo and Beard Conditioner to remove dirt and prevent ingrown pimples. For extra Grooming, we always recommend using a good Beard Oil or Beard Balm.
Are you itching to join the goatee crew like Brad Pitt and Johnny Depp? We certainly are. If you have any questions about the goatee or matching products, feel free to contact us. We are happy when you are happy.