Beard Games Matter

BEARD GAME

Black men with beards are not a new trend, they have been rocking the shaggy face for years. However, more men seem to be participating in the “beard game” as it is becoming more popular to cultivate, prim, and refine these facial manes to personal styles of perfection.

Growing facial hair may not be a challenge for these men, but maintaining a full beard while properly preserving healthy skin underneath may render some clueless. Some men make the common mistake of utilizing cranial hair products on facial hair. Hair products that are meant to treat the scalp contain harsh chemicals too potent to apply to facial hair. For proper maintenance one must first understand that facial hair differs from cranial hair; therefore, it must be treated differently. The scalp has Brush Your Beard

Before washing your beard use a boar bristle brush to exfoliate the surface.

For best results brush slowly against and across the grain, then use a softer bristle to brush in a circular motion to stimulate blood flow to hair follicles for growth promotion.

a thicker layer of skin and is made up of about 90 thousand hair follicles which produces more sebum oil. The face contains thinner skin and lesser oils deeming it a more sensitive area. There are a variety of products on the market specifically designed as beard care essential. It is important to find products that work well for your hair and skin needs to keep you winning in your

“beard game”.

Trim Your Beard

This step does not have to be done daily. If you are unable to trim your beard yourself, find a local skilled barber that could assist with your trimming and grooming needs.

Condition Your Beard

After washing, condition your beard. This will detangle, soften, and hydrate the hair as well as prevent itching.

WASH YOUR BEARD

Many men are unaware that the beard hoards particles and debris; therefore, it is essential that a proper wash routine is established to keep hair and face clean. Using a mild or natural beard wash, work up a lather and apply to face washing thoroughly at least twice. One application removes product build up, dirt, and grime; second application cleanses and washes away impurities. Patting the beard dry or blow drying on cool setting protects the beard from damage.

Use Beard Oils & Balms

Thoroughly massage in beard oil or balms instead of creams. Oils are lighter on the hair and coats the skin leaving it hydrated and protected.

Style Your Beard

Once the oil or balm is applied, brush and style your beard with a boar brush careful to not over brush.

Here is an added list of types of products that may assist on your “beard game”journey:

Beard Wash Beard leave-in conditioners Beard Softeners Beard Oil Beard Balms Beard Growth Beard Brushes and Combs Beard Soap Beard Vitamins Beard Trim Scissors