how to use beard shampoo

Beard come in many different forms and lengths. Not every man has the same beard type. Some have slightly wavy beard hair and others have straight beard hair. Some have a very thick and coarse beard while other have a patchy beard like Keanu Reeves.

Of course you want that your beard feels soft, smells great and does not cause any irritation. But what is the best beard shampoo that achieve that?

You might have been thinking to use the shampoo of your girlfriend to wash your beard. Soap is soap, right? But certain shampoos can have unwanted consequences. A friend of mine used a shampoo that was meant for blonde hair, but his beard turned out red instead. All of a sudden he had a red viking beard.

That did not improve his look I can tell you.

Regular shampoo works great to degrease your hair, but when you use it for your beard you can experience a dry skin and even beard dandruff or an itchy beard. So, a beard wash does not only takes care of your beard, but also of the skin underneath. Beard shampoos are usually a bit more mild compared to regular shampoos.

That will prevent any inflammations that can be caused by dry skin. It will also help to prevent beard eczema!

How often should I wash my beard?

Depending on your skin type and beard it will be recommended to wash your beard about 3 tot 5 times a week. About once every other day that is.

Of course it also depends on your job. If you are outside a lot or have a very physical job that makes you sweat more often, then it will be beneficial to really wash it about 5 times a week.

If you just have a desk job or a job that requires you to sit inside most of the day without too much movement, then it will be enough to wash it about 2-3 times a week.

The best beard shampoo

To find the best beard wash for your beard it helps to read reviews online or watch YouTube videos. In the Moquer shop the Billy Jealousy beard products are very popular. Their beard wash will help to reduce any itchy feeling and it also has a very pleasant scent.

There is nothing more annoying then to be nauseous because of a scent you do not like.

You also do not want to shave your beard just because it itches, so it is important to take good care of your beard, so you can grow it as long as you want without discomfort.

Every beard (and skin type) is unique, so it is best to experiment with different beard shampoos to find the one that fits your beard and lifestyle best.

Uiteindelijk is iedereen in zekere mate uniek. Daarom is het het beste om te experimenteren met baardshampoo tot je de beard wash hebt gevonden die ideaal is voor jouw baard en levensstijl.

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Leave-in beard wash or regular beard wash

What kind of beard wash is best for you also depends on your morning routine. Some men shower in the morning and other just quickly wash themselves because they shower in the evening (after exercising).

Some men like to wake up slowly and spend some time to look great the rest of the day while others just want to leave the house quickly.

Then it is good to know that certain beard shampoos are great to use in the shower because they need to be rinsed, but that there are also beard washes that work like a dry shampoo and do not have to be rinsed out of your beard. These beard cleansers are applied in the morning and you just leave them in.

An example of one of these leave-in beard washes is the Reuzel Beard Foam. It is basically a dry shampoo for your beard. You do not rinse it out after applying. Instead your beard will be cleansed and nourished the whole day by the natural ingredients.

This product contains witch hazel extract to cleanse your beard and the skin underneath while rosemary extract keeps your beard healthy. It works the whole day instead of just the few minutes in the shower. It also is great if you do not have a lot of time in the morning, but still want to show your beard some love.

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Beard wash with natural ingredients

When you prefer a beard wash that solely consists of natural ingredients or at least one that does not contain any parabens or sulfates, then the Raw Naturals Rustic Beard Shampoo and Conditioner could be for you.

This beard shampoo comes out of Sweden, a country that loves their Viking beards and it shows. This shampoo is a 2-in-1 product, because it also has conditioning properties. Especially in the winter, when you skin and beard can get a bit dry because of the cold, this product could prove beneficial. I mean, Swedish people know how to deal with winter, right?

Click here to have a look at the Raw Naturals Rustic Beard Shampoo.

Beard shampoo for a 3-day beard

Do you keep your beard relatively short, but not too short? Even then it can be beneficial to use a quality beard shampoo. Beard dandruff can also exist in a 3-day beard, but instead of shaving your beard it is more fun to just groom it and take good care of it.

In that case I could advice the Pacinos Beard and Face Scrub. This beard cleanser also scrubs your beard to get rid of any white flakes in your 3-day beard. I would recommend using a good moisturizer after scrubbing your beard.

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Beard shampoo from the supermarket

Of course you can buy beard shampoo or beard wash at the supermarket or in certain drugstores, but these products are mass produced. Usually you will find products by Nivea, L'Oreal or any other budget brand in these shops. Because these are mass produced they usually use less natural ingredients and they also contain sulfates more often.

That is why it is better to choose brands that are specialized in these kind of products. The big drugstore and supermarket brands are traditionally more focused on women's products and they just recently added some grooming products for men to benefit of that increasing trend.

Women's skin is also different when it comes to texture and thickness compared to men's skin. Just compare your skin to that of your girlfriend, sister or mom.

Conclusion

As you have read there are many different beard shampoos and beard washes available. Some work great in the shower while others are leave-in products and great for when you are in a hurry.

Depending on your skin type and beard type the best beard shampoo for you will likely be different than another bearded friend is using. That is why it is important to experiment and do your research online and check out some YouTube videos. You do not want to commit to a certain brand before knowing it is the best one for you.

And when you have found your ideal product, then you can grow your beard as long as you want, because you know how to take good care of it. And when you know how to take good care of it, you will enjoy your beard more and experience less discomfort.

Click here to have a look at all the available beard shampoos on Moquer