Eye on Fashion: NO-SHAVE November

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Eye on Fashion: NO-SHAVE November

The Sunday News

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NO good beard is an accident. If you see a guy whose whiskers are well groomed and look healthy, it’s because he’s putting in the time to make it that look way.

Growing a beard is one thing, but how he cares for it determines how great it looks — even if his beard is patchier or thinner than others.

Guys with good beard don’t have dry or irritated skin either. Their partners don’t suffer from beard burn, and the men themselves aren’t scratching at an itch all day.

Their necklines are shaped just right — and yes, their facial hair looks styled in the best way possible, too.

In some countries No-Shave November is to grow awareness by embracing our hair, which many cancer patients lose, and letting it grow wild and free.

Donate the money you typically spend on shaving and grooming to educate about cancer prevention, save lives, and aid those fighting the battle. However, in this article I am giving tips on how to groom your beard.

Keep it Clean and Moisturised

Keeping the beard clean prevents itchiness and keeps it soft. This is an essential step especially when you’re in the process of growing one.

If you don’t wash and condition it, chances are it will get dry and wiry — this leads to the feeling of itchiness which leads to men giving up and shaving it all off .

Some experts suggest using a beard wash and conditioner but a good shampoo and conditioner should do the trick but if you still feel that your beard is a bit wiry try using a beard balm to add a little bit more moisture.

After washing, dry using a clean towel. If possible use a clean towel as old towels can be a breeding ground for bacteria.

Avoid blow drying it as heat from a dryer can dry out facial hair making it frizzy and wiry. Lastly, comb the beard with a wide tooth comb, this will remove any tangles and set things in order.

Avoid Trimming Wet Beard

A wet beard is typically longer and if you try to trim it wet, you may end up cutting more off than you would like. Before trimming make sure the beard is dry so you’ll be accurate in terms of how much facial hair you need to cut off.

Healthy Diet = Healthy Skin = Great Looking Beard

Nutrition plays an important role in how fast your beard grows and how great it looks.

Experts say that a healthy skin will translate to a health hair so a diet rich  in Omega-3 and vitamins (particularly vitamin A) is a great step in the right direction. Also avoid drinking too much alcohol as this causes dehydration.

Don’t Forget the Beard Oil

One of the biggest complaints of men growing a full on beard is that it’s itchy as heck. That’s because your beard is sucking all the nutrients from your face, making it very dry and flaky.

A consequence of this dryness is a “beardruf”, it’s dandruff on your beard.

Beard oil does two things; first it hydrates, providing your beard the nutrients it desperately needs. Secondly it helps keep the beard in order.

A comb and beard oil is the secret to any tidy looking beard. This guy said it takes him 15 minutes to style his.

Comb It Well

For guys with a full beard, comb that beautiful piece of facial hair before you go out. You will need a wide tooth comb, a narrow tooth comb and finally a beard brush.

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The same reason why you comb the hair on your head, you want to remove any tangles and make sure you don’t look like you just got out of bed.

Do this after showering or washing your beard, that way it still has some moisture and you can style it better.

Learn How to Use a Beard Trimmer

A beard trimmer is a great tool  for sculpting your beard but you have to use it properly to maximise it. Before running the trimmer make sure to comb the beard in a downward motion.

The experts say that when trimming go in an upward motion then out when you reach the sideburn area. After trimming make sure to comb down again to keep it neat.

Have a Workable Routine

Having a well-groomed beard takes time and effort, time in which some men do not have. So before growing beard make sure to commit yourself to a certain time frame each day or weekend for proper beard maintenance.

Try it out for a few weeks and see how it fits into your busy schedule, if it works then good for you but if not consider a different beard style that won’t take as much time and effort to take care of.

Have a Style in Mind

Let’s be honest, not everybody can grow a full beard. Facial hair will vary depending on the shape of your face and genetics — whether you’re naturally hairy or not.

Remember that in essence growing a beard is a fashion statement. The last thing you want is a beard style that will not fit the shape of your face.

For round faces with double chins, try growing a beard with strong lines and borders, this does a good job in hiding the curves.

Angular faces do well with long beard because it adds girth. For men with long faces, grow a full beard with thicker sides and trim up the areas around the mouth and chin to bring your mug in proportion.

Grooming a beard does take time but when you see the results it is well worth it. These are just some general guidelines for beard grooming to help get you started.

As with everything in life there will be setbacks depending how long your beard is and other factors like if you have dry facial hair that will influence that product you will choose.

NO-Shave November. —Additional information from Online sources.

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