Combing beard against the grain

Combing beard against the grain – good or bad?

Combing a beard is one of the most fundamental acts of maintaining your beard. Although, there are some very simple questions that can arise from this seemingly basic task. One of these questions is all about the direction in which you should comb your beard: combing beard against the grain – is it a good or bad thing? If you scour the Internet for an answer to this question you will find a range of different answers. So, it can be pretty hard to know what you’re meant to do. In this article, we are going to look at all of the different ways of growing a beard and I will share with you the best way to comb a beard whether it is long or short.

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beard shine products

Beard shine products – make your beard shine with this top 5!

Every bearded person wants to have a beard that they are proud of. This beard should be well trimmed, have good density, hold its shape throughout the day, and be so well conditioned that it looks a little bit shiny. A shiny beard is something that every one wants to achieve. It can be really difficult because your beard is out in the elements all day every day and it can be hard to keep up with the amount of moisturising or care that is required. In this article we are going to go over the best beard shine products that you can use to make your beard look shiny and not dull or weathered.

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Do beards make you look fatter?

Do beards make you look fatter?

There is no doubt that beards can make you look very different. Changing your beard style, growing facial hair at all, or trimming up certain spots of your beard can dramatically change the shape of your face. If you can master the art of trimming your own beard shaping your beard will give you a power to change the perceived shape of your face as well as drawing attention to or away from problem areas. In this article we are going to have a look at the question: do beards make you look fatter? While also having a look at ways you can trim your beard to change your appearance.

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How can I make my beard white

How can I make my beard white? 10 solutions!

There are many awesome reasons to dye your beard white. It could be that you just want to look older and more refined or it could be the time of year when you have a beard and you want to play Santa. For whatever reason you want to change your beard colour there is no doubt that it can significantly change your appearance. Perhaps you are concerned about grey patches appearing on your beard and you want to “own it” and make it white. In this article, we are going to go over the temporary and permanent ways of making your beard white. How can I make my beard white? Let’s find out!

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Is beard hair the same as pubic hair?

Is beard hair the same as pubic hair? The surprising facts!

It’s something that often crosses a bearded person’s mind – is beard hair the same as pubic hair? Sure, there are some similarities in terms of the texture and shape of the hair. It is wiry, a bit unruly, and it can get quite bushy if left unkept. But, if I was to take pubic hair and put it on my face would I end up with a beard? Would it look the same? Is it exactly the same sort of body hair? Well, in this article we are going to go over the similarities and differences between beard hair and pubic hair.

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Is Vaseline good for beard growth

Is Vaseline good for beard growth? The insider facts!

Vaseline is an American brand of petroleum jelly-based products. It is owned by the British-Dutch company Unilever. It is regularly used for skin conditions that are associated by tissue dehydration and smaller pots are used to protect against chapped lips and dryness of the lips. The question is: is Vaseline good for beard growth? You may have heard that some of the biggest issues to do with beards come from the beard becoming too dry. It stands to reason then that Vaseline could be good for beards and beard growth. In this article we are going to go over the details of whether Vaseline is good for a beard and beard growth – we are going to separate fact from fiction.

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Why does my beard turn orange

Why does my beard turn orange? [The Science]

It’s a common sight in bearded men. Where the person has dark-haired hair and a bright orange beard. But what causes this person’s beard to turn orange? It could be that you are considering growing a beard but you are not sure what colour it will turn out. You see, it’s not as easy as looking at your heritage or parents to see what colour your beard will be – it’s much more complicated than that. In this article we are going to go over what makes your beard turn orange and look at the science of beard hair colour.

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why is beard hair so wiry?

Why is beard hair so wiry? [Let’s look at the SCIENCE]

At some point in every bearded person is beard journey we ask ourselves this exact question: why is beard hair so wiry? It normally occurs when we are looking at our beard in the mirror and we see that is just so different to head hair – and perhaps it is one of our bad beard hair days! In this article we are going to have a look to see at a molecular level if there is any difference between beard hair and head hair and what really makes it so wiry. The good news is that there are some really simple ways to stop your beard looking so wiry if you want to have your beard looking its best.

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How can I protect my beard while sleeping

How can I protect my beard while sleeping? 5 options

During your waking hours as you are growing a beard there is so much thought and preparation that goes into maintaining it and keeping it looking good. Whether that is beard oil, beard balm, or other Beard products we are constantly aware of what our beard is doing and are actively trying to groom it into shape. All of that effort can easily come undone when you go to bed. As you are sleeping there are things that you could do which could potentially damage your hair and the growth of your beard. While you are sleeping you are unaware of the amount of pressure you are putting on your beard and if you are a rough sleeper you could easily damage the hairs that come into contact with the pillow. In this article, we are going to go over everything you need to think about while you are sleeping so that your beard remains protected and does not get damaged unintentionally.

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