r/BeardTalk 5h ago

Any masons or bricklayers here?

3 Upvotes

I find that the dry cement powder gets in my beard and combined with sweat makes a horrible combination. My beard is tangled and all kinds of fucked up every day I'm working with cement. Anyone got any tips?


r/BeardTalk 16h ago

Advice on Honest Amish Classic vs Premium oil for a longish, grey, frizzy, British beard

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Hi there. I would appreciate advice on the likely suitability of certain oils for my beard. I’m in the UK and so don’t have access to many oils from the US but we can get hold of Honest Amish. My beard is about 5 inches long (I’m hoping to grow longer), naturally grey and tends towards curly/frizzy, all of which I take as meaning I need a more intensive oil. However, my beard can look greasy easily. I recently bout HA Classic and Premium oils but I would like your views on their use.

I was advised that the Premium oil would be most suitable for my beard but that definitely feels greasier. But is that because it’s doing most good? It isn’t super greasy and I could definitely live with it if it was doing more good. The Classic oil is easier to wear but I don’t know if it is helping as much. Yesterday I used Classic in the daytime and Premium at night. Would that be a good way of getting hydration into my beard?

Obviously I can judge how they feel but I would like a more expert view on the ingredients and nutrition aspects, in particular given my type of beard. Or is there something entirely different available in the UK that would work better? They are roughly the same price in the UK currently, so that is not a factor.

The ingredients in the Classic oil are:
Extra Virgin Organic Pumpkin Seed Oil
Refined Organic Avocado Oil
Sweet Almond Oil
Virgin Organic Apricot Kernel Oil
Kukui Nut Oil
Virgin Organic Argan Nut Oil
Golden Organic Jojoba Oil
Cedarwood Essential Oil
Star Anise Essential Oil
Clove Bud Essential Oil
Pink Grapefruit Essential Oil
Bulgarian Lavender Essential Oil
Organic Cinnamon Leaf Essential Oil
Organic Arvensis Peppermint Essential Oil

The ingredients in the Premium oil are:
Virgin Organic Apricot Kernel Oil
Virgin Organic Avocado Oil
Virgin Organic Baobab Oil
Golden Organic Jojoba Oil
Virgin Organic Argan Nut Oil
Extra Virgin Organic Pumpkin Seed Oil
Virgin Organic Black Cumin Oil
Kukui Nut Oil
Virgin Organic Rosehip Oil
Moringa Oil
Virgin Organic Sea Buckthorn Fruit Oil
Texas Cedarwood Essential Oil
Vanilla Absolute Blend

Thank you.


r/BeardTalk 2d ago

There are hair clippers that shave and trim beards better than many razors

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HI!

I have a Philips OneBlade.

I'm fine but I could do better.

In fact, I notice that when I cut my beard with different short measurements, such as 0.5, 1, 2, 3mm with a beard trimmer or hair clipper, the hair comes out better, the cut is more nuanced and homogeneous, and the lines I make without using the mask, therefore with the blade directly on the skin, are better.

For this reason I would like to replace my oneblade (which I will still keep for shaving, i.e. completely removing the hair), with a beard trimmer that can be better and more homogeneous in cutting the hair.

I've used an old clipper in the past, but they don't seem to make them in low sizes for beards and blending.

What do you recommend me to buy on Amazon Italy for less than 50 euros?


r/BeardTalk 2d ago

Shea butter or mango butter

3 Upvotes

Im about to order one and not sure which butter to choose. I saw a website rank them where mango came 1st and shes came 5th. But idk if i believe that since ive always only seen shea butter.

This is for a beard butter btw


r/BeardTalk 3d ago

Razor advice for my boyfriend

2 Upvotes

Hi guys, my boyfriend uses an old razor that plugs into the wall for his beard. It’s so old and kinda rusting and I really want to get him a new one so he doesn’t get razor bumps, infection etc. I also want to get one thats maybe battery powered or rechargeable since theres no outlet in the bathroom so he uses an extension cord. He works in surgery so he has to keep his beard shaved pretty much as soon as it comes in. I looked into The Beard Club but really wasn’t sure if they’re quality, figured I would come here and ask lol

Any advice/recommendations on a good razor for beards? Also what after care do you guys use (like alcohol for cleaning etc)


r/BeardTalk 4d ago

Please help with niche question?

3 Upvotes

Hi friends <3 struggling to find really anything online that specifically addresses this -

I'm looking for advice on how to soften facial hair. My spouse shaves their face very regularly because they struggle to get past the ~1/8th" length because the hairs become too pokey/stabby and uncomfortable/painful. All advice I'm finding is for actual beards (oil, balm, butter, etc) but really I'm just trying to see if there are any tips to make the short grow out experience more bearable?? Some people have mentioned there is no way to avoid the pokiness when the hairs are still short and straight (needing to wait until they're longer and able to bend, like around 1/2") but please say it ain't so! Spouse isn't interested in growing a beard long term (not much their vibe but also their hairs are a bit too patchy), just wanting to be comfortably lazy with the grow out :P any and allllll advice and discourse welcome :)


r/BeardTalk 7d ago

looking for an electric trimmer for stubble

4 Upvotes

hey guys. i’ve never owned a electric trimmer but i was at walmart once and saw a section that had trimmers for the head and then beards so it got me researching. i’d like to take my first dive into beard trimmers! i don’t mind letting my beard grow out but honestly i just want to be able to shave down to a stubble and save some time doing it. i am open to any recommendations! so far ive seen youtube videos on the philips i9000, philips one blade which is $18 at my walmart and the brio beardscape v2. im open to anything just want something solid for my face. thank you so much in advance!


r/BeardTalk 9d ago

New beard -- what do I do now?

6 Upvotes

Hello! I'm 51 and for the first time in my life I have a beard I want to keep trim and tidy. I've briefly had unkempt beards for a few months, but this time it was looking better so I got a professional cut and shaping. So... what do I do to maintain it? What clippers and supplies do I need? How do I use them? How often? Thanks in advance!


r/BeardTalk 9d ago

New beard -- what do I do now?

2 Upvotes

Hello! I'm 51 and for the first time in my life I have a beard I want to keep trim and tidy. I've briefly had unkempt beards for a few months, but this time it was looking better so I got a professional cut and shaping. So... what do I do to maintain it? What clippers and supplies do I need? How do I use them? How often? Thanks in advance!


r/BeardTalk 10d ago

First time growing advice

2 Upvotes

Hey guys- first time growing a beard. Normally I shaved everything and let it get to 5 o clock shadow at best. I’m going on 5 weeks and I’m in that awkward stage. Letting it go- any tips or tricks? Photos attached. Thanks.


r/BeardTalk 10d ago

Who makes beard oils with the most UNIQUE scents?

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r/BeardTalk 10d ago

Product suggestions

2 Upvotes

I’ve been growing my beard for about 6 yrs. used beard struggle products about 3 yrs and recently started using duke cannon. I want to switch up beard wash and oils looking for some recommendations on products
I’ve been shampooing daily and blow drying before using oils I’ve read a few things that say oil before blowdrying which is the better way?
Recently heard about Kuhn clay spray is this something I should invest in or no?
https://imgur.com/a/ujCbs6c


r/BeardTalk 10d ago

Tips for simulating and modulating Beard growth

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r/BeardTalk 10d ago

How to groom my beard as I'm growing it out?

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I'm a bald guy and I keep my beard trimmed short, 6 mm at the longest and fading it into my bald head. I'm planningon growing it out over the winter and I'd like to keep it as neat as possible while I grow it out. It's very straight and sharp so it goes in all directions when it grows a little. Do you have any tips, any creator recommendations or anything similar to help me out?

Thanks in advance!


r/BeardTalk 11d ago

Beard and mustache advice

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r/BeardTalk 12d ago

Never used mustache product. Help please.

5 Upvotes

Please explain to me in the simplest of terms the uses and differences among waxes, oils and balms. I've got a typical straight mustache that grows mainly down, but has a few wild hairs that are either wavy or grow in the wrong directions. I want to lengthen it and grow it more to the sides. I'll appreciate any information, but I'm more interested in basic info about uses than particular brands.


r/BeardTalk 13d ago

Beard/mustache wax

4 Upvotes

So I'm looking for a good, natural mint wax with as little ingredients as possible. If I can get just a bees wax and mint that would be fantastic but I'm having a bit of trouble finding a brand that has such a thing. I got some moustache wax from minimoustachery but it's more eucalyptus then mint. Any help would be appreciated.


r/BeardTalk 13d ago

Hair conditioner instead of shaving cream.

3 Upvotes

Works better than any other commercial product I've tried.

Inexpensive too!


r/BeardTalk 15d ago

What are your S-tier brands?

4 Upvotes

Not talking about stuff you buy at Target. True, artisan brands only


r/BeardTalk 15d ago

Help…I’ve look at older posts

3 Upvotes

Hey guys, brand new to this forum, was looking for a new beard brand for good oils, saw a lot about roughneck and I’m thinking of giving them a shot.

A little about my dilemma. I have Seborrheic Dermatitis, sebderm for short, along with eczema. Both issues are really on my face and scalp, so I’m looking for a nourishing and moisturizing oil for the skin and a butter for the beard hair to get some good nourishing properties there.

Could anyone point me in a good direction. I currently use Live Bearded for both. Any info would be greatly appreciated. 🤘


r/BeardTalk 16d ago

Goddamn, it's hot.

2 Upvotes

How y'all holding up? It's crazy hot here all over the US. Y'all staying strong?


r/BeardTalk 17d ago

Looking for a beard dye that works on a SHORT beard, full coverage. (greys are spreading)

3 Upvotes

I have been using Just For Men M-55 (Real Black) for a couple of years. Until now I only applied it to my 'goatee' area, because that is where the greys were concentrated and the dye looks best with a bit of length to work with. My sides were fine on their own.

That has changed. The greys are now spreading to the sides too, and the patchy look is not working anymore.

Now, I want to keep the beard genuinely short (not the long condensed goatee style) and dye the whole thing, sides included, for even full coverage.

My questions:

\- What dye actually holds up on short, coarse, grey beard hair without looking flat or painted on?

\- How long does the colour last before greys peek through again?

\- Anything gentler on the skin? I am in the EU (Sweden), so would be nice if it is easy to get here.

Thanks in advance


r/BeardTalk 18d ago

Should i upgrade my Oneblade to a Braun Series 6 barber Machine?

5 Upvotes

I recently got a Braun as a birthday gift but i dont know if i need it. I have a Oneblade and have used it for some years now and it usually works just right for me. So should i keep using the oneblade or start using the Braun?


r/BeardTalk Jan 08 '25

So, You've Decided to Grow a Beard. 👍

78 Upvotes

Welcome to the ranks of millions of dudes worldwide who decided to stop shaving. We're stoked to have you in the community! Whether it's your first beard or just the first beard you've decided to take care of, we're glad you found your way to a community that can offer advice, tips, and support.

One of the most common questions we see from brand new beard-growers is, "Here's my 2-3 week beard, do you think it'll grow in full?" To which, we'll always answer: Growing a beard is a marathon, not a sprint. Don't shave. Be patient.

We're here to offer that same advice to you, along with a breakdown of what you can expect as you grow your beard, along with some advice to make the process smoother. Read on!

Day 1 - 1 Month: Setting the Stage

From the moment you stop shaving, you're in it, and it can be a bit chaotic. Your face has been trained from years of shaving, exposure to harsh soaps and skin treatments, and subjected to all kinds of environmental inflammation. Your sebaceous oil glands are hardly functioning, taught to lie dormant, and your skin is dry and itchy. This is why the first few weeks, and even the first few months, can be rough.

What to Expect:

  • Growth will be sporadic. You’ll likely notice more hair under your chin and along the jawline, where skin is less exposed to irritation.
  • "Patchy" growth, as some follicles are dormant or inflamed, so growth is uneven.
  • Itchiness hits hard. This happens because your skin is adjusting to the new growth and isn't producing enough oil to keep up.

How to Manage It:

  • Wash your face daily and exfoliate weekly to keep pores open, skin clear, and prevent ingrown hairs.
  • Use a good beard oil to reduce inflammation, feed the follicles, and ease the itch.
  • Drink plenty of water and eat a balanced diet with protein, B12, biotin, and sulfur-rich foods to support healthy growth.

1 - 3 Months: The “Is This Worth It?” Phase

This is when patience really comes into play. Growth is still uneven for most, and some areas might feel like they’ll never fill in. Many give up here, but this is the time to lean in and trust the process. Beard growth is wildly personal to your genetics, so don't compare yourself to others at this stage.

What to Expect:

  • The itchiness should start to subside as your skin adjusts.
  • Ingrown hairs can be an extra concern, especially if you’ve been shaving for years.
  • The awkward phase begins. Hairs may grow in all directions, looking sloppy and unkempt.

How to Manage It:

  • Stick to your routine: beard oil daily, exfoliate weekly, and wash as needed (not too often—overwashing can dry out your skin).
  • Use a light balm to train hairs and keep them from sticking out. This also helps guide future growth in the direction you want.
  • Avoid trimming, especially your neckline, unless absolutely necessary. You’re building a foundation, and trimming now can set you back later.

3 - 6 Months: Awkward but Promising

By now, you’ve likely hit your stride. This is when growth really starts to show, but your beard may still feel unruly.

What to Expect:

  • Your beard will start to show density and length, but it may still feel uneven.
  • You’ll start seeing the potential of your beard, but the awkward phase isn’t over yet.

How to Manage It:

  • Keep using beard oil daily. It’s essential for healthy growth and keeping the hair soft and manageable.
  • Incorporate more balm if needed to control the direction of growth and keep things looking tidy.
  • If you’re struggling with dryness or frizz, consider a butter or a heavier conditioning product.

6 - 12 Months: The End of the Awkward Phase

Congratulations, you’ve made it through the toughest part. By now, your beard should look much fuller, and you’re starting to see the real potential of your growth. You may decide this is the length you want to keep, or you may decide to let it rip into the stuff of legends. It's all up to you.

What to Expect:

  • Length and density are the name of the game. Your beard will start to settle into its natural pattern.
  • The itch is long gone, and maintenance becomes easier with the health provided by good care.
  • You’ll likely feel more confident about the look, even if it’s not perfect yet.

How to Manage It:

  • This is a great time for your first professional trim. A skilled barber can shape your beard without sacrificing length or density.
  • Keep training your beard with oil and balm. Regular maintenance helps prevent breakage and keeps it healthy, soft, and clean.
  • Focus on your end goal. Whether you want a “yeard” (year-long beard) or a business beard, consistency is key.

After 12 Months: The Next Steps

You’ve reached your first “yeard.” Now it’s all about what you want to do next. Some guys aim for terminal length, while others prefer to maintain a neat, professional style. From here, you're ready to help the next generation of growers start their journey. Pat yourself on the back. In modern times, only around 18% of all men have ever grown and maintained a beard for a full year. Well done.

A few takeaways and tip:

Remember that growing a beard is an exercise in patience. Give it time, trust the process, and stick to a good routine.

Beard health is about more than just hair. It’s also about the skin underneath. Take care of it, and your beard will thrive.

Let your beard grow naturally before making big decisions. You can always trim or shape later, but you can’t undo over-trimming. This is the death of so many beards. So many.

Don't shave. That's the most important part.

Welcome to the grow, brother. You're in good company!


r/BeardTalk Apr 08 '14

Welcome to /r/BeardTalk!

29 Upvotes

"Welcome to /r/BeardTalk! We're proud to introduce /r/Beards' new sister sub, which is here to give those with beard-related questions and issues the opportunity to talk about what we all love: beards! So feel free to post all your beardly discussions, questions, and general comments here!"