Beard Care Tips with Leo

As a newfound beard wearer, I have been obsessing recently with my new face sweater. Because I'm a nice fella, I figured I would share a few tips to make your beard the best it can be. Here are my top tips for your best beard: 
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1. Shampoo: Beards are made up of hair after all, therefore we should treat them as we would the hair on the top (or sides) of our hair. Using a professional shampoo, or best case scenario beard wash, will keep the beard itch at bay along with taming stray hairs. Massaging the skin also increases blood flow which has been linked to increased hair growth.
2. Condition: Conditioning the hair will impart moisture and make the beard supple and manageable. It will also replace the oils that are stripped through washing.
3. Blow dry: This step may not be requisite for every beard wearer, but it bares mentioning. Blow drying your beard will significantly decrease the beard itch while also making the beard lay in a desirable manner. A standard grooming brush is acceptable for the blow out, and you get bonus points for using a round brush!
4. Beard products: Depending on the length of your beard, different products may be more suitable. There are balms and creams and oils galore, but the same basic purpose for a product is hydration and control. Selecting a product that will hydrate the hair and skin is key, and for longer beards, a balm may offer much needed control. Additionally, if you are a 'stache wearer, a wax product can tame and shape the hairs near the corner of your mouth.

Stay tuned for the next blog, where I will go more in depth into product selection, as well as what combs and brushes to use. Please give this a share and of course, hit me up for your beard maintenance needs. 

What are some of your personal beard tips?


Leo