Everything about beards: from choosing a shape to grooming

A few years ago, beards are back in fashion and, judging by the latest trends, they are not going to give up their positions. Of course, they are not suitable for all men. Nevertheless, modern hairdressing makes it possible to choose the shape of the beard for any type of face and hairstyle. Today, a beard is not only a sign of brutality and masculinity, it can be refined and sophisticated.

Men have started wearing beards since ancient times. If the primitive representatives of the stronger sex and the beard were inseparable, then with the advent of civilization there was a fashion for shaving. The beard was forbidden not only by Peter the Great, but also by Alexander the Great.

Beards as a sign of carelessness and savagery periodically became dogmas in different countries. Today, fashion gives a man a choice - to wear a beard or shave his face. This allows men to hide the imperfections of the face, to correct its shape.

According to research, the reasons why men choose a beard are as follows:

• tired of shaving;
• I want to look stylish;
• desire to increase the degree of status and respectability in the image;
• desire to please girls;
• requirements of religion.

Advantages:

• no trauma to the skin during shaving, since even the mildest process is associated with micro-cuts, which can be infected;
• the skin is not irritated, does not flake off;
• hair protects the skin from UV rays;
• the beard brings solidity to the image;
• the ability to hide facial flaws;
• face shape correction becomes real;
• a lot of time is freed up in the morning;
• many girls like the beard.

There are also disadvantages:

• the need for regular correction;
• does not suit all people and not every style;
• if the hair grows unevenly, the beard will have to be abandoned;
• hair requires care;
• smokers are rather uncomfortable, since they can set fire to the strands.

The main feature of the beard is that every man decides for himself what is more in her - pluses or minuses.

Stylish shapes are definitely in vogue now, sometimes beards and mustaches make up a pair, sometimes one beard grows out. To give the vegetation the desired shape, it will take about 2 months to grow. During this period, the hair reaches a universal length, and it becomes possible to create almost any model.

Mustache shapes are very diverse.

• Arab model. Combines with different mustache shapes, the length allows you to fit in the palm of your hand. Silhouettes may differ - round, square or triangle.

• "A la lumberjack." A relaxed, slightly tousled, voluminous beard. Well-groomed is a prerequisite.

• The Russian style differs from the "woodcutter" in length - Russian is shorter, the presence of a mustache is required. Hair covers the neck, mouth area, chin.

• Anchor model. Showy, with a small mustache separated by a shaved strip. The strip is shaved strictly in the center.

• "Brett" - Hollywood style, distinguished by its small size, the presence of a mustache, sideburns. Hair hides the chin and jaw underneath.

• "Box" - ideal for a triangle-shaped face. Outwardly it resembles a duck's tail, the length varies.

• "Sail" - the line of the tanks grows into a mustache, creating a non-trivial pattern. The chin is shaved in this case.

• "Garibaldi" - wide, goes into tanks. Differs in the thickness of the beard, mustache, length at least 20 cm.

• Irish - mustache, turning into a beard downward in the direction of the cheeks. Framing the top of the lip, hanging down.

• Balbo - Italian variation of a wide beard and mustache. Partially covers the cheekbones and the area under the lower lip.

• "French", or fork. A complete type of vegetation, including not only the mustache and beard, but also the sideburns, cheeks.

• Verdi - a version of a round silhouette, a puffy mustache, partly shaved cheeks.

• Round model. A simple variation on the classic beard, rounded at the chin.

• Square model. Hair grows on the chin and on the sides, giving a square silhouette.

If a man finds it difficult to choose a shape, you can try to upload a photo to a special program and simulate all the options you like. It is important to make the choice with understanding - simple forms can really be maintained in a well-groomed form on their own. Complex models require regular visits to the barber.

Models without a mustache are also quite diverse:

• "Chinstarp" or "Skipper", looks like a belt, the strip is located on the chin and cheek line;
• "Island" - minimalistic model, where the hair circle is located exclusively in the center of the zone under the lower lip;
• "Screen" - hair grows from the temple area to the chin, completely hides it;
• "Goat" - cheeks are shaved, under the lower lip hairs are left along the width of the mouth;
• "Goatee" - similar to the previous one, but rounded, hiding the chin completely, often complemented by sideburns.

It is necessary to select a beard, first of all, focusing on the shape of the face. If you neglect this, it will out of proportion, even the perfect oval will be ruined. First, you need to determine the type of person:

• face by the type of oval: the length is slightly more than a wide zone, a sharp line of the cheekbones;
• rectangle - length prevails over width, forehead and chin are about the same size;
• circle - length, width are close in value, the silhouette is smooth, the chin is not pronounced;
• square - indicators of width and length are almost identical, but the chin is pronounced and angular features;
• triangle - a narrowed forehead, a wide bottom, in an inverted triangle, on the contrary, the top of the face is wider;
• rhombus - width less than length, narrow type.

After the shape of the face is determined, you can start choosing a model. Recommendations for face type:

• a round face requires a visual narrowing, so neat models that highlight cheekbones, geometric options, a "goat", "skipper" model are suitable, it is worth abandoning any type of tanks;
• the oval is more versatile, you can safely experiment, but you should take into account the color, density of vegetation;
• full options, negligence, emphasis on the bottom are suitable for a courageous square; long models should be abandoned;
• an elongated oval of a narrow type looks good with full models, a mustache, it is worth giving up round silhouettes;
• the rhombus corrects well a massive beard with a mustache;
• an inverted triangle will look better with dense, massive vegetation from temple to temple, tanks are appropriate.

Thus, the model can be matched to almost any type. And yet there are men who are better off shaving their faces:

• a hard, coarse hairline will make the beard look sloppy, but you can try to leave stubble;
• if the cover is in the form of a cannon, it is not suitable for growing a beard;
• if a man is not ready to take care of a new appearance.

All people are individual, some hair grows more slowly, some faster. There are men who need more time to grow a beard. There are several recommendations for them, most of which can be implemented at home:

• check the correctness of nutrition, drink more;
• take proper care of your skin;
• do not fall into stressful conditions;
• solve problems with testosterone;
• use special tools, smear your face.

It should be noted that a light beard grows for a long time in comparison with a dark one, it may take twice as long... Light stubble does not look very expressive on the face, so you have to be patient. It is better to find out your hair type, for this you should not resort to the services of a half-month razor and go to the barber.

If shaving your hair yourself is not difficult for a man, then a haircut at home is often scary. However, it is quite possible to make an even men's haircut correctly with scissors or a razor at home.

You will need:

• large mirror and small one with magnification;
• a lamp or other source of quality lighting;
• small and standard combs;
• hair clipper: trimmer, scissors, clipper.

You must follow this algorithm:

• prepare for the process, wash your face and hair with a beard shampoo or moisturizer;
• dry with a towel, comb, you can use a hairdryer;
• comb the strands again before adjusting;
• prepare the toolkit.

• the tool must be well sharpened;
• buy professional scissors to get a clean cut;
• proceed with caution;
• constantly use a comb, combing the strands with it from temple to chin and cutting off excess;
• do not touch the skin with a comb;
• define the contour in advance and do not deviate from it;
• after the formation of a line from the temple to the center, go to the outer zones of the jaw and the zone of the ears;
• constantly comb the strands;
• the whiskey is formed at the very end.

• it is important to choose the right nozzle;
• start by leaving a longer length so that you can correct it;
• movements should be smooth in the direction of growth of the strands, from the ear to the center of the chin;
• then go to the other side, they should be symmetrical;
• after the mustache is cut from the nose to the lips and chin;
• the neck is cut last with the shortest nozzle;
• cut towards the chin.

• the simplest method, but the correct nozzle is needed;
• the haircut starts from the cheek area, then goes to the neck and temples;
• remove only those strands that stick out;
• at the end, a mustache is shaped.

Sometimes you may need to dye your beard if you want to change the color, hide gray hair. The procedure for covering up gray hair is called camouflage. It can be done at home. Fundamental rules:

• the color of the hair on the head and face should be either the same or close in tone;
• if a difference in shades is expected, the strands on the face may be lighter, but in no case darker;
• for lightening, you should use bleaching agents to the pigment;
• you can not use hair dye, it can burn the skin of the face;
• before painting, remember: now you will have to do it constantly;
• be sure to test for sensitivity and allergic reactions.

If you haven't bought a special product from the barbershop, you can start with eyebrow dye. The choice of tones is small, but this tool is safe. Camouflage is done in this way:

• wash your face using a cleanser;
• conditioners and balms should not be applied before painting;
• first perform a haircut, if necessary;
• around the vegetation, smear your face with a fatter cream, you can use oil;
• diluting the paint with water, oxygen, follow the attached instructions;
• the paint is applied to the hair with a brush very carefully, you need to paint over all the strands;
• you should wait for the time specified in the instructions for the paint;
• wash hair and dry.

A dyed beard requires special care, as the dye has a negative effect on the hair. To make them dry or rough, special oils are used.

Fashion trends dictate their own style rules. Unsurprisingly, stars are increasingly appearing on the red carpet and in real life with a beard.

• Hardly anyone will argue that she goes to Tom Hardy just incredible.

• Even Leonardo DiCaprio tried on an image that changes him towards masculinity.

• The classic neat model only adds elegance to Ben Affleck.

• Jake Gyllenhaal with a beard looks brutal and mysterious.

• Bradley Cooper prefers dramatic, but austere lines.

• Brad Pitt chooses the grunge style and it suits him extremely.

• Daniel Radcliffe's soft beard adds brutality.

• Jim Carrey does not waste time on camouflage and is not ashamed of gray hair.

• Christian Bale's beard is several shades lighter than the hair on his head.

• Hugh Jackman has different looks and devices, including a beard.

• If you want to look like a real macho, you should let go of the beard, like that of Antonio Banderas.

For information on how to properly care for your beard, see the next video.