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6 BENEFITS OF USING BEARD OIL Many beardsmen understand the benefits of using beard oil regularly. Whether it’s to moisturise, style, or soothe - this essential beard product can keep our whiskers looking and feeling their very best. For those blokes still on the fence, perhaps these 6 benefits of using beard oil will change your mind - check them out below!
WHAT IS BEARD OIL?
Let’s kick things off with the basics - what is beard oil exactly? Beard oil is one of the most popular beard products on the market. Essentially, its used to moisturise facial hair and the skin beneath. The formula typically contains a variety of botanical oils - working to deal with beard conditions like beard-itch, dandruff, and dry skin. Beard oil also helps to improve the appearance of facial hair - providing a softer touch with a shinier finish.
6 BENEFITS OF USING BEARD OIL
What does beard oil do? Ranging from its moisturising benefits to conditioning effects, here are 6 must-know benefits of using beard oil. 1. Moisturise First and foremost, beard oil is a magnificent moisturiser for our facial hair and the oftenneglected skin beneath. A dose of beard oil will work to hydrate our skin encouraging a much healthier complexion in the process. With a hefty platter of nutrients, beard oil can nurture our skin for a comfortable and healthy beard growth journey. 2. Reduce Itchiness Itchiness is an all-too-common condition for guys growing a full beard - often caused by dry skin wreaking havoc beneath our facial hair. New beard can be especially itchy because tips of recently shaven follicles tend to have sharp ends that rub against the skin as the beard begins to grow out. By regularly hydrating the skin with beard oil, we can kick the dreaded beard-itch to the curb. Not only is this a big relief, but it can also stop the condition from worsening to flaking or dandruff. 3. Softens Beard Hair Not only does beard oil soften and hydrate the skin beneath our beards, but it can also work to condition facial hair. By supplying the hair with an assortment of nutrients, beard oil can help to provide your beard with a much softer touch and healthy lustre - improving the appearance of your beard in the process. 4. Control Flyaway Hairs Beard oil isn’t only great for soothing dry skin, but it can also help to tame fly-away hairs and
give your beard a tidy shape. By softening and conditioning the facial hair, beard oil can help to make the individual strands much easier to manage. With a softer beard, styling it into a neater shape becomes even easier. 5. Smells Great One of the core reasons guys will invest in beard oil is because they smell good! Beard oils tend to be naturally-scented with an assortment of botanical fragrances to improve our beard’s “sniffability”. With such a wide variety of aromas to choose from, finding your perfect scent couldn’t be easier. Whether you’re on the hunt for a deeper, woodsy scent or lighter, citrus notes, there’s a beard oil on the market to suit you. 6. Allows you to grow a longer & healthier beard Ever heard of split ends? Of course you have. But did you know it’s not just a girl thing? The beard is also susceptible to breakage as it gets longer. In fact, for many it can actually be more of a problem than head hair. The reason for this is that the beard hair is thick. About twice as thick as head hair to be exact. The way the body keeps this thick hair healthy is to secrete natural oils from the skin which then wicks it’s way down the shaft to help keep the follicle moisturised so it doesn’t dry out & become brittle (which is what causes split ends). But as your beard gets longer, this natural oil has further to travel. At some point it will be just too far and the ends of the beard will start to dehydrate & break down. By adding a little beard oil to your morning routine you can ensure that the follicles remain hydrated & healthy so they get longer than they would otherwise.
HOW TO APPLY BEARD OIL
Have these benefits of beard oil got you feeling excited? For those guys ready to get cracking with beard oil, we’ve put together a step-bystep guide for applying the product below: 50 50 Barber Barber Shop Shop YearYear 9 Issue 10 Issue 4 1
1. Start With A Clean Canvas. It’s always best to apply beard oil after a warm shower. At this point, your skin’s pores will be open and ready to absorb the blend. Just be sure you’re applying the oil when your beard is damp, and not overly wet. 2. Apply The Oil To Your Palms. When it comes to applying beard oil, you don’t need an excessive amount - less is more. For a short to medium beard, all you’ll need is a few drops. A big beard however, can absorb a bigger dose of oil. Rub your palms together to warm-up the beard oil and to ensure an even spread throughout your whiskers. 3. Start Massaging. Once you’ve coated your palms and the inside of your fingers, you’ll be ready to apply the beard oil. Start by massaging the skin to ensure you get the roots of your beard. From here, you can begin swiping your palms over your cheeks, neck, chin, and moustache. 4. Finish With A Comb. To spread the blend evenly, it pays to have a beard brush or comb nearby. Run it over your beard until the oil is properly distributed. Start by going up against the grain, then style it back down into your desired shape. With all these beard-loving benefits up for grabs, who wouldn’t want to add a delicious beard oil into their daily routine? If you’re eager to get started with beard oil, be sure to ask your barber about a beard oil that’s suitable for you. Dr Benjamin De Campo
