You shaved this morning, but your beard is already visible by lunch hour. Why is your facial hair growing so fast? Is there anything you can do to slow down the pace? Let’s look at some beard science to find the answers. Genetics is the biggest factor involved with how fast your facial hair grows …
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Although I was blessed (or cursed) with an abundance of facial hair from an early age, I personally know many men that struggle with gaps in their beards, including issues with their beards not connecting to their mustaches. As a result, I’ve spent a lot of time and effort figuring out how to get a …
Over the years, I have personally experimented with various techniques and styles when it comes to my facial hair. Sometimes I shave completely, sometimes I keep a heavy stubble using a trimmer, and sometimes I wear a full beard and just trim it up as needed. Trimming facial hair, beard hair, chest hair, or any …
Light. Medium. Heavy. No, this isn’t an article about feminine products or the meteorological forecast. How do you know when your beard has reached “heavy stubble” status? It’s all about the length. A heavy stubble beard style is characterized by 5mm, or ⅛ inch, hair length. This style is often referred to as the “10-day …
There are a lot of assumptions and concerns about beard trimmers that are mistaken, unfounded, and just plain wrong. Some people believe that the overuse of trimmers can cut skin or cause acne, but this is not the case. A beard trimmer can cut skin, but it is unlikely to do so if you’re using …
Beard styling and straightening had long been practiced by men across multiple cultures for thousands of years, but modern electric beard straighteners have revolutionized the game. A beard straightener is worth it if you have a thick beard and are tired of curls, split ends, or coarse texture. Beard straighteners are unique devices that are …
If you are on a quest to find the fountain of youth, you’re not going to find it in a beard. However, that doesn’t mean you need to shave it off once you hit a certain age. Beards can look good at any number. A beard can’t make you look younger but it may be …
Beard trimmers are better than regular clippers when trying to create clean beard lines or trim scraggly ends, but can they be used for head or body hair as well? You can use a beard trimmer to cut any type of hair, no matter where on your body it is. However, they are sharper than …
You get out of bed and stumble to the sink to brush your teeth. You groggily look into the mirror and gasp! You see, not a pair, but one giant hairy eyebrow staring back at you. What happened? Where did the second one go?! It’s time to solve the Mystery of the Unibrow: The case of …
The perfect 5 o’clock shadow look is often a sought-after style. However, some men don’t appreciate the shadow when it seems to appear by happy hour or, worse, lunchtime. If you need to remain clean-shaven for a professional meeting or formal event, is it safe to shave two times in one day? If you have …
Facial hair provides many benefits, but what about the challenges? If you are prone to colds or allergies, blowing your nose with a mustache can seem like a Herculean feat. How do you take care of business without grossing everyone out? Blowing your nose with a mustache can be challenging, but it is possible to …
Neckbeard. A seemingly straightforward word with a ton of complexity. What is a neckbeard? The definition depends on who you ask. The term neckbeard has multiple meanings. In its simplest form, it refers to facial hair growing predominantly on the neck area. Neckbeard is also a slang term commonly referring to a male loser who …
You have straight hair on your head, but your beard hair is stiff and wiry. How can this be? Why does beard hair feel different than the hair on your head? Beard hair feels different than head hair because it has its own shape and thickness. These structural differences in the follicle tend to make …
In the workplace, there are usually certain expectations around what is considered to be an appropriately professional appearance. Dress codes and rules for piercings, tattoos, and unnaturally colored hair are very common for most ‘professional’ jobs. What about a bald head though? Is a shaved head a look that will be frowned upon in the …
There are plenty of reasons to take a razor to your hair. Sometimes it’s for convenience or maybe it’s for the look. Regardless of the reason that skill skin needs to be cared for long after the shave is over. Although the skin on the scalp is much different than the face, you can still …
We have all been there. We’re all prepped and ready to shave, then only to discover we’re out of shaving soap. So what are the best alternatives to reach for in our cabinet? It is possible to shave with regular bar soap, but it is not advised, especially for those with sensitive skin. Bar soap …
If you have thought about shaving with something other than an aerosol can of foam or gel you may have noticed shaving soaps and wondered what they are all about. Is shaving soap actually different from regular soap? Shaving soap is different from regular soap and is an essential part of the wet shaving experience. …
It’s one of the most common old wives’ tales: your hair grows back thicker if you shave. Shaving your face is a great way to remove facial hair, but will it cause your beard or mustache to grow back thicker? Beards and other facial hair can seem to grow back thicker or darker after shaving …