Beard Oil

Beard oil for men

The very most property of beard oil is to provide hydration. Your beard and your skin need to be hydrated and nourished to prevent white flakes, irritation, or redness. A beard oil also helps to soften your beard hairs. Sometimes these can feel quite rough and wiry, so that is why beard oil is recommended.

Another reason to use beard oil is to make your beard easier to manage and to style. It is an uncomplicated way to keep your beard looking good and prevent any itchy or irritated skin. A beard oil also provides some shine, so your beard looks healthy and nourished. Larger beards tend to look a bit dry or dull when not properly hydrated.

Differences between beard oils

Not every beard oil is the same. You already read that there are oil based and silicone-based beard oils. Another difference is the thickness or consistency of beard oil. You have thicker versions and thinner versions.

It depends on your skin type which beard oil works best for you. A thicker beard oil is usually better to use when you have relatively dry skin. Do you have oily prone skin, then a thinner beard oil might be better for you. It is a matter of trying different beard oils and finding the correct one for your beard and skin.

When should you use beard oil?

A beard oil can be used in any beard, but it works better in longer and thicker beard. Also, shorter beards can cause an itchy feeling or white flakes, called beard dandruff. When you notice that your beard is dry or when you see white flakes in your beard, then it would be smart to apply a few drops of beard oil after showering or cleansing your beard.

When you notice your beard gets more difficult to tame or style, then it is also time to use some beard oil. It helps to keep your beard hairs in check, so that you do not have any weird fly away’s. Is your beard looking dull? Then a beard oil can add some shine to it and make it look healthy again. And the amazing scents that these beard oils have is reason enough to use them!

How often should you use beard oil?

I would recommend using a beard oil on a daily basis. Easiest is to use a beard oil when you get out of the shower and towel dried your beard, but you can also apply it after washing your face in front of the sink. Definitely after every time you used a beard shampoo or beard conditioner, you should apply some beard oil to rehydrate your beard and skin.

How much beard oil should you use?

I recommend using about 3 to 5 drops of beard oil. You can always apply more when you feel your beard and skin need it. You want a natural shine, but you do not want your beard to look greasy or oily. Too much oil can clog your pores and cause acne, so we want to prevent that.

How to use beard oil?

Take a few drops of beard oil in the palm of your hand. Rub both of your palms together to distribute the beard oil. Do not coat your fingers. Apply the beard oil against the direction your beard hair grows and make sure to make contact with the skin underneath.

Now you can stroke your beard back done with your palms. Applying a beard oil like this helps to distribute the beard oil in your beard and on your skin. That helps to prevent flaking and a greasy look and feel.

Beard growth oil

There are many stories about beard oils, but they do not make your beard grow faster or fuller. It can help your beard to grow better, like less issues with ingrown hairs or white flakes, but a beard oil is not a beard growth oil because those do not exist.

Unfortunately, beard oil is not a magic potion that makes your beard fuller or fills up empty patches. A beard oil is primarily formulated to hydrate and nourish your beard hairs and skin with important nutrients, so that you can enjoy your mighty beard without an itchy or irritated feeling.

Buying beard oil

Of course, there are many places to buy beard oil. You can go to your local supermarket or drugstore, but these chains are not specialised in men’s grooming or beard oil specifically. There are more interesting brands available than the usual cheap men's brands. You want a beard oil from a brand that was founded for men and knows what’s important.

You also want a natural beard oil with healthy and nourishing ingredients. That way, you can keep your beard looking good and well cared for.

Proraso Beard Oil

One of these brands is the Italian brand Proraso. Proraso beard oil is a household name for men with beards. They have unique beard oils in different scents. Full of natural oils and healthy ingredients for optimal beard care. These beard oils can also be used for shorter beards. And they are also very affordable.

Best beard oil for men

It’s very personal to determine what the best beard oil is, but it does help to look at the most popular options in the Moquer shop. When it comes to beard oil, it’s also very important which scent you choose. You’ll be able to smell the beard oil throughout the day, so you want a nice fragrance that appeals to you.

In addition, the Layrite Concentrated Beard Oil is also worth checking out. This one is a bit thicker and therefore easier to apply to your beard. If you’re looking for a beard oil that you can also use in your hair or even on your skin, then check out the Shear Revival Progress All Purpose Oil.