How to Grow a Hipster Beard
Step 1
Shave down to the skin. Start by removing whatever growth has already accumulated on the lower part of your face. That way, you can ensure that the new growth will come in evenly. Use an electric beard trimmer to buzz off the majority of the hair, then go over the stubble with a razor and shave gel.
If you’re reluctant to get rid of your facial hair entirely, you can also use your beard trimmer or pair of grooming scissors to clip the hairs to an even length.
A close shave will also stimulate the follicles and square off the ends of each hair, making new growth appear thicker.
Step 2
Give your beard time to fill out naturally. For most men, it will take somewhere between 4-6 weeks for their facial hair to reach full coverage. From here, it’s just a matter of letting it get longer. Aim for at least half an inch of growth before attempting any new styling methods so that you’ll have enough to groom.
Feel free to let your beard continue growing for as long as you like. The thick, shaggy look is among the most popular modern styles.
Hang tough through the itchy phase—it usually won’t last for more than about a week.
Step 3
Touch up outlying areas as your beard grows. Shave or pluck stray hairs that start encroaching on your neck or upper checks. You want most of the growth to be concentrated around your mouth, lower cheeks, and jawline. However, it’s important to resist the urge to trim or otherwise interfere with your beard during this time.
Start shaping the “lines” of your beard early. These are clean edges where facial hair ends and exposed skin begins.
Taking off too much hair will leave your face looking uneven, and being forced to correct a lopsided beard will just set your growth back.
Step 4
Shape your beard to your face. Trim your beard so that it enhances your face’s natural contours. If you have a longer head shape, cropping the chin short while leaving a little length on the sides can help balance things out. Likewise, if you have a squared jawline, cutting the sides and leaving the chin longer will create a lengthening effect.
The goal is to get your face shape as symmetrical as possible.
A pair of sharp grooming scissors will offer your more control over the length of individual areas than an electric beard trimmer.
Step 5
Keep it scruffy. One of the signature characteristics of the classic hipster beard is its unchecked fullness. To achieve this look, all you have to do is simply go a little longer between trims. It can also help to fluff your growth with a beard comb to max out its volume.
Try not to let your facial hair get so long that starts to look wiry or dirty. There’s a thin line between dashing and disheveled.
Step 6
Jazz up your mustache. Twist the ends of your ‘stache into a playful handlebar style, or curl them upward in an old-timey flourish. For a neater, more professional profile, comb a long mustache smooth and smooth the hair on the lower part of your face into a gentle taper. Fine-tuning the individual areas of your beard will lend it some added depth and keep it from look like one big formless mass.
Rub a dab of wax into your goatee to better group the hairs and make them more pronounced.
Offset your mustache by trimming and drawing your chin hair into a point.
Step 7
Experiment with alternate styles to cover inconsistent growth. Men plagued by patchy cheeks can keep the upper area short and highlight fuller sections like the mustache and chin instead. Those who have trouble growing a bristling mustache might try shifting emphasis to the jawline where the hair tends to come in thicker.
Not all beards are created equal. Cultivating your facial hair is all about understanding your natural growth patterns and choosing a style that best highlights your individual features.
Step 8
Wash your beard every few days. Lather up with shampoo to remove dirt, dust, and excess oils, then finish with a conditioner to lock in moisture and add body. You can repeat this routine once or twice a week, depending on the length and fullness of your beard.
There’s no need to shop around for beard-specific products. The same cleansers you use on your head hair will work just fine.
Washing your beard too often can strip it of its beneficial natural oils, leaving it looking dry and unhealthy. This is especially true if you’re using harsh soap products.
Step 9
Use a quality beard oil. After washing and drying your beard, shake a few drops of oil into your palm and smooth it through the hairs from root to tip. Use your fingers to work the oil close to your skin. The result will be a softer, healthier beard that holds its shape longer.
The best time to apply beard oil is just after a hot shower when your pores are open.
Not only does beard oil soften coarse facial hair, it’s also useful for fighting off itchiness, which is usually the result of dry skin.
Step 10
Comb out your beard. Combing is essential for easing out tangles and preventing a scraggly, unkempt appearance. Brush the hairs in the direction you want them to fall. This will give them a sleeker, more streamlined look.
For best results, invest in a special beard comb. The teeth on a beard comb are strong, stiff and perfectly spaced to separate hairs while adding volume.
Step 11
Maintain clean beard lines. Trim along your upper cheeks to keep the contouring tidy and distinct. To determine where you beard should end, place two fingers above your Adam's apple and shave everything below this imaginary line in a gentle curve from ear to ear. This will help you avoid the dreaded neckbeard.
A neckline that’s too high can create the unfortunate illusion of a double chin, while one that’s too low may come off looking sloppy or out of control.
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