BEARD STYLES & GROOMING GUIDE
How To Refine a Patchy Beard
Do you have patchy beards? Then, this article is for you. Maintaining a patchless, full-grown beard requires extra tender loving care. Read to find out what to do about your patchy beard.
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A great beard can transform a face. Most men desire a thick, full, lush beard, but the reality is that most men grow facial hair in unconnected patches. Whether you’re naturally blessed with a thick beard or not is largely a matter of genetics, but not all hope is lost. There are many ways to make your facial hair work for you. It just takes a little more effort, patience, and product. Keep reading to learn how to achieve an awesome-looking beard.
Let it grow
Patchiness can be more obvious when a beard is kept shorter since it’s easier to see the skin underneath. Although there may be an awkward window of time while hair fills in, stay patient. While your hair gets longer begin to experiment with beard shapes that complement but don’t mirror your face. For example, a square beard on a broad chin can often come off as too bold or aggressive for many. Likewise, a round beard on a rounded, softer jawline can look too soft. But there are always exceptions to rules, so learn what looks good on your face and don’t be afraid to ask for second opinions from those you trust!
Pro tip: When your beard grows out, always trim it while dry to get the most accurate shape. A wet beard is usually a little longer and you can end up trimming off more than you intend. Try to let your beard dry naturally though. Blow drying too often can dry it out. Find out more on how to make your beard grow thicker and faster.
Brush it out
Brushing your beard in the right way can do wonders to help conceal patchiness. Try using a dedicated beard brush that has bristles specifically meant for thick beard hair, rather than a regular hairbrush. Depending on where exactly your larger patches are, either brushing downward or even slightly against the grain to provide some volume can really help conceal and polish those patches. Brushing your beard will also help distribute those healthy oils from the shaft of the hair, helping keep it moisturized.
Pamper it
A patchy beard requires some more TLC (Tender Loving Care) so invest in grooming necessities, even beyond a basic beard brush. Beard oils and balms can do wonders to the overall appearance of your beard and can compensate for any patchy imperfections. Oils or balms will further moisturize your beard for a more refined and polished look. It may take some trial and error to find the products that work for you, so start by asking a guy you have some beard envy on what products he uses. Great beards are like a club and can be a true man-bonding experience.
Boost it
Sometimes a beard just needs a little more help. Hair health can sometimes be an indicator of overall health. For example, if your diet is poor, you may not be getting enough nutrients for healthy hair growth. For the most success, it’s best to implement healthy dietary habits long-term, so look for ways to increase your variety and quantity of nutrient-dense foods for the most success. For stubborn, larger patches, a topical hair loss solution like Minoxidil can stimulate dormant hair follicles and provide more fullness if used regularly over time.
Pencil it in
While using cosmetics isn’t always the most comfortable for guys, it could be a great option to use an eyebrow pencil in a similar color to your beard to fill in small patchy spots, especially if you have high contrast between your skin and hair color. For example, patches will always be much more obvious for those with dark hair and light skin. While filling in patches may not be something to do every day, for pictures or special occasions it’s a great trick to keep up your sleeve to look a little more polished. Women fill in their eyebrows all the time, so maybe ask the women in your life for a little assistance.
Reduce stress
Hair loss has long been associated with stress and low testosterone. So when taking into account a patchy beard, consider if the stress in your life is exacerbating the hair loss. While it’s often easier and quicker to address the physical symptoms, try looking at your health holistically. Taking care of your mental and physical health can promote overall health and wellness and if maintained long term, extend some benefits to your appearance.
Final thoughts
Most men have patches in their facial hair, but learning how to work around and care for your beard with the right techniques can really help achieve a fuller, polished beard that many desire. Combining some self-care, dedicated beard products, patience, and overall wellness practices can do wonders for a patchy beard. Not all of the tips above may be necessary for everyone, so consider which ones you think will benefit you most and experiment with them to find what works for you.
Yours in Style,
Kobi O. Mbagwu (Mr. Kobi)
Founder, MR KOACHMAN
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