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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Can I train my beard to grow down

Can I train my beard to grow down? 6 awesome options

Beards can grow in a load of different directions. You may have first noticed the direction of your beard growth while shaving. When your hair is short touch the hair to try to work out which direction the growth is. It can be frustrating when your beard is just not lying in the direction or form that you want it to. In this article we are going to talk about all of the different options for training your beard to grow down and in the direction that you want it to.

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Beard cowlick – the ultimate guide

A beard cowlick is something that is very difficult and annoying to deal with. Having a spiral in your beard and a pattern of growth fixed in a circular form quickly ruins the lines and shape of a beard. Perhaps you have tried shaving off, dousing it in all sorts of products, or maybe you have accepted that this natural imperfection is something that gives you a personal style and you have embraced it fully. If you are on the unlucky end of the beard cowlick spectrum you may actually have more than one that are interfering with each other. This makes it even harder to control. In this article we are going to go over everything you need to know about beard cowlick’s, what you can do about them, and if there is any way that can help train the hair to grow in the direction you need it to grow in.

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Are beards uncomfortable? [every stage explained]

As an outsider looking in having hair on your face could seem like a really annoying thing. We all know the experience of having a stray hair on your cheek or in your mouth. It’s incredibly annoying – so does that mean having hair constantly on your face is just as uncomfortable? In this article, we are going to discuss and have a look at whether or not beards are uncomfortable for the wearer. It’s going to be a collection of personal experiences and what people are saying online about uncomfortable beards.

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How late can beards come in? [with videos]

When you are waiting for your beard to grow it can be incredibly frustrating. You see, everyone’s beard growing journey is different and it depends on a variety of factors as to whether or not your beard grows when you are younger or if you have to wait into your mid 30s until it gets thick and dense. It is normal for new beard growers and young people to ask how late can beards come in? Well, there is no simple answer but in this article we will cover everything you need to know about how and when you should expect your beard to grow.

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Is there a proven way to grow facial hair

Is there a proven way to grow facial hair? [The studies you need to know about]

The beard is a secondary sex trait of males which is absent in females and lacking in males who do not have the necessary genetics or hormones to promote beard growth.

If you have been unfortunate in the genetic lottery and you do not have a significant density of hair or your family is not known for its thick luscious beards – is there anything you can do about it? It can be really frustrating when you are trying to grow facial hair.

You have to you have the right combination of patients and genetics to be assured a thick beard. If you type in beard growth search-related terms you will receive a lot of very bad information and people selling you “snake oil” to grow your hair thicker and fuller. In this article we open a focus on the studies that show proven ways to grow facial hair or improve the density and thickness of the hair on the face. Is there a proven way to grow facial hair? Let’s find out.

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Is it bad to rub your beard?

Is it bad to rub your beard? How to stop it!

When you are growning a beard it is natural to touch and pull at it as it is growing. In fact, pulling at your beard is a more common thing to do when you have a really long beard. But ultimate question is; is it bad to rub your beard? Is it bad to pull your beard? And is it just over all not recommended to touch your beard much? In this article we’re going to go over all of the aspects about rubbing your beard, touching your beard, and other habits that could damage your beard.

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