How and how to style a beard?

More and more men of all ages adorn themselves with beards or mustaches. They are worn by both young guys and mature representatives of the stronger sex. A well-groomed beard will look harmonious in any look. This element plays an important role in creating a stylish look. For hair care, you need to use special products and tools.

Knowing the features of beard styling, you can perform this procedure at home. Giving your beard a neat look is not as difficult as it might seem at first glance. A wide range of care products will help you cope with unruly hair. Also, the formulations will improve the condition of the skin of the face and relieve the feeling of discomfort.

Before you start styling a beard, it is imperative to prepare it properly. First, you need to rinse your hair thoroughly using a special shampoo or a regular composition that you use to wash your hair. The water temperature should be pleasant and relaxing. Cold or hot water will harm your hair and skin.

Additionally, use after-wash care products. They are needed to make the hairs manageable and elastic. Just a couple of drops of nourishing oil or other composition is enough for the styling to take place without problems.

The second stage is drying. Experts recommend avoiding a hairdryer, especially if your hair is naturally coarse. Hot air will make them coarser. The best option is a natural drying process. If you need to dry your beard in the shortest possible time, use the cold air mode.

You can also gently blot it with a soft, fluffy towel. Proceed with care without rubbing. Do not press the material against your face. Move gently and smoothly along the hair growth. The next preparatory stage should be approached as soon as the beard is completely dry.

Next comes the haircut. This procedure can be abandoned if the beard has retained its shape and the hair does not branch strongly. Otherwise, you need to trim and shorten it. You can do this yourself with a trimmer or scissors.

The last point is brushing. A comb with a lot of teeth is ideal.

To style your beard with a stylish and sophisticated shape, you need to prepare a set of tools. You can buy them in cosmetic or specialty stores.

• Hair dryer. It is needed not only for drying, but also for giving the hair the desired shape.

• Comb. Required attribute. Combs made from natural raw materials are much more expensive than plastic ones, but they do not accumulate static electricity.

• Iron. A regular hair straightener comes in handy when you need to straighten your beard. It is used to style wavy and curly hair.

• Scissors. If one or more hairs cannot be straightened, they can be trimmed. You can find special beard scissors on sale. The blades must be sharpened.

In addition to tools, it is imperative to prepare cosmetic compositions. They are necessary not only to keep the hair from sticking out. The components included in the composition have a healing, nourishing and tonic effect.

Their purpose is stable and long-term fixation. Gels are used when you need to maintain a presentable appearance from morning to evening. The composition gives the hair a shiny glossy finish.

These products are recommended for daily use. It is enough to apply a little of the composition to the hair to make it look neat.

Wax is chosen if you need to arrange individual strands or give a specific shape to the beard.

It is used when working with coarse and coarse hair. Under the influence of oil, they become pliable and flexible. Most often, the product is applied at the end of the styling, after the fixing composition (gel, balm or wax).

A popular alternative to balm. A composition with a lighter texture spreads easily through the hair. The effect lasts all day. The product can be applied to damp or dry hair. To choose which option works best, you need to try each one and compare the result.

You can do fashionable beard styling at home. Knowing a simple and effective way, you can save money on visiting beauty salons. To style a beard, you need to prepare the tools and formulations described above.

Step-by-step instruction.

• Rinse your beard thoroughly to remove sweat, dust and other impurities from hair and skin. Use the perfect formulation based on your preference, hair and skin condition.
• Dry your hair gently in one of the ways we indicated above in the article.
• To soften the strands, apply a little natural oil to them. Spread it evenly over all hair.
• Use a comb to style the hairs. If your hair is long, use a comb until you completely unravel it.
• Use any fixing agent. Do not overdo it with its amount, otherwise the strands will stick together and look rough and messy.
• If you need to reshape your beard or make it shorter, use scissors or a trimmer. Work slowly so you don't get hurt or ruined your beard.
• By moving the comb in the direction of hair growth, add the final look. Round off the ends as you brush.
• Reapply the emollient (oil) if necessary.
• Cut off the hairs that have come out of the general shape with scissors.

To make the styling not only attractive, but also safe, you need to adhere to simple rules.

• Before using a cosmetic composition, be sure to check for an allergic reaction to it. Apply a small amount of the product to the skin at the elbow, wait about 30 minutes and see the result. If there is no irritation or other discomfort, you can safely use the product.
• Pay attention to the makeup of the cosmetics. Opt for natural ingredients. They are ideal for sensitive skin.Natural substances have a beneficial effect on the skin and hair. Regular use of useful cosmetics will improve their condition.
• Be sure to check the expiration date of the product. Even a single use of a spoiled composition can cause many problems - redness, allergies, rashes. Store natural cosmetics away from sunlight and within the temperature range.
• Be careful when using electrical appliances. Do not plug them into defective outlets. Check the integrity of the cord. Any damage can result in electric shock. Modern models are equipped with temperature sensors that reduce the risk of burns to a minimum.

Many members of the stronger sex face problems when cutting and styling their beards. Thick, coarse and curly hair is the hardest part to tidy up. If the strands curl and wrinkle, they need special care.

• Food plays an important role. The condition of the whole organism, including hair, depends on the diet. To keep the strands healthy and shiny, you need to eat the following foods as often as possible: vegetables and fruits, fresh herbs, protein foods. Don't forget about legumes, as well as grains and dairy products. All this is necessary for strong and strong hair.
• Get rid of the habit of touching your face, especially where stubble grows. Experts do not recommend touching hair that has just begun to grow. This leads to their crease. Constant contact of hands and face often causes inflammation.
• Take care of your skin and beard not only before styling. Daily care includes several procedures: washing, using creams and oils, brushing and much more.

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