HOW TO GROW A BEARD.
Some advise on how to grow a beard..
1. Stop having sex. You may not have a say in this, but apparantly it does help. If your partner is relucant to help you in this regard (or you are reluctant to give it up - understandable), then no worries. This will only help grow your beard, it's not necessary. It's done wonders for me though.
2. Stop shaving. People say that shaving every day causes your hairs to grow back faster- this is a truism that's up there with bees can't fly, dogs can't look up, and Vernon Kay is really funny. Just stop shaving. Hint though, if you can get away with not shaving for three days and still not be accused of looking scruffy, then wait until you’re older before trying to grow a beard. This is man territory son.
3. Get plenty of biotin in your diet. Biotin is a vitamin that helps you grow strong hair and nails. Biotin incidentally, can be found in beer. And beer is VERY good for you.
4. Persevere. In order to get a thick heavy beard, you need to spend quite a while putting up with the irritation of stiff hairs and looking like Ug the rock breaker.
Shape your beard once it's nice and thick. Shaving before this point will just leave you with a weak and feeble excuse for whatever you where trying to grow. And you don't want to look like you've glued hamster hair to your face. Trust me, you'll look far less ridiculous with an untamed bushy mess than a set of bumfluff your three year old son would laugh at.
5. Invest in a good set of beard trimmers if you're planning on growing anything other than a tramp beard. A good set of trimmers will let you shape and control your beard far more precisely than scissors, and the end result will be far neater and more attractive.
6. Be sure you want to grow a beard in the first place. It's not a pleasant process, and it takes time. Also, many people don't like beards and unless you have something subtle, you may find that people respond to you very differently- sometimes for the worse.
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1.The first step in growing a beard is deciding to grow one. This is no trifling matter. Growing a beard takes at least 4 weeks including enduring an uncomfortable itchy period and having to answer ridiculous questions like: “Are you trying to grow a beard?” from your friends and colleagues.
2. Don’t shave. Despite the popularly held belief, shaving will not make your beard grow faster or thicker.
3.Pick a time when you can get a running start like at the beginning of a vacation or even a long weekend.
4. Resist the urge to trim or shape the beard. Let it grow as much as possible before shaving, even if you are going for the “goatee” look. The hairs on your face will be in various stages of growth; not all are actively growing at the same time, so you have to be patient to see where it will fill in and where it won’t.
5. What if your beard is spotty? Unlike your scalp, the hair on your face will not cover every inch. Some men will have hair from their eyeballs to their neck. If you’re this guy, then feel free to shave areas to shape it. Most men will have some areas that are spotty or thin, like on their cheeks and chin. This is determined by genetic and hormonal factors. There is little you can do about it, so work with what you’ve got.
6.What about applying Rogaine (minoxidil) to your face? Minoxidil is a drug that was used to lower blood pressure until it was found it also grows hair. In topical form, it causes hair growth on the scalp of men and women with hereditary hair loss. Why it works is not really known. In theory, Rogaine could help you grow a beard, but this is never been shown in studies, nor is it FDA approved for facial hair. Applying Rogaine (minoxidil) to your face would likely be irritating and can also cause acne. If ingested or if applied in excessive amounts, it could cause serious side effects like a drop in your blood pressure.
7. Biotin is a dietary supplement known to help with hair and nail growth. Consider taking 2.5 mg of biotin each day.
8.You might find that growing a beard gives you an itchy, red, scaly rash on your face. Try using a little dandruff shampoo like Head and Shoulders on your beard two or three times each week. You can also apply a mild over the counter steroid cream like hydrocortisone 1% once a day.
9. When your beard starts growing, the hairs are often stiff at first; they will soften over time. Consider using a mild steroid like hydrocortisone 1% everyday to help with the itching.
10. After 4 to 6 weeks you should have a good idea what your beard will look like. If after 6 weeks you find people saying: “Oh, are you trying to grow a beard?” consider the clean-shaven look.
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1. Decide why you want to grow a beard. Determine if your pursuit of facial hair is to change the way you look, because you hate to shave or because you just feel like it. The reason for your decision to grow a beard will influence the process and the style you choose during the growing phase as well as during maintenance.
2. Make a commitment. First and foremost, you must be devoted to the process of beard growing. Once you decide to grow your beard, you must commit to stay with it for the long haul. Considerations when deciding to grow a beard include compatibility with workplace dress codes, comfort, the weather and your ability to maintain your beard's appearance and style.
3. Stop shaving. Of course, you'll need to discontinue shaving the parts of your face on which you plan to grow your beard. It's a good idea to let your beard grow in for approximately four weeks before attempting to groom or style your growing whiskers. Allow a few weeks' growth to accumulate so that when you're ready to style and trim your beard, you'll have enough facial hair to work with to get the look you're after.
4. Choose a style. There are several choices when it comes to beard size, shape and length. Style options include the full beard, moustache and goatee, extended goatee, chin-strip, chin-curtain and mutton-chops. You can even invent your own style, if you're so inclined.
5. Groom and maintain. Whether you choose to have a professional groom your beard, groom at home or don't groom at all, you'll need to keep it clean. Wash your beard just like your hair, using a mild shampoo and conditioner. Pat it dry and comb it to reap shiny results. To groom your beard at home, you'll need to invest in some proper trimming tools. Remember, growing a beard is a commitment, and daily maintenance will keep your beard looking and feeling great.
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1. Determine If You Can
Stop shaving for a few weeks. During this time, you should not attempt to shave or shape your facial hair, so you may end up looking a bit rough during the process. The best time to do this will be during a vacation or at a time when work does not require you to look too neat.
After two or three weeks, you will be able look at the growth and determine if you have adequate coverage to grow facial hair and what shaping options are available to you. If you do not have enough coverage for a full beard, a goatee, chin strap, or soul patch may be an option.
2. Hang In There
During the growing out period, you will look poorly groomed and will likely experience some itching. Keep in mind that if you want to grow a beard, this will be part of the process you will simply have to endure. To minimize itching, use a gentle shampoo and conditioner. A moisturizing lotion will also help reduce itching. To maintain a more groomed look, make sure to keep the neck shaved clean.
2. Shape and Maintain
Once you've grown your facial hair for about a month, you should seek the assistance of a professional barber who can show you how to trim and shape your beard. You will need to invest in a good beard trimmer with variable length settings for home maintenance.
Growing a beard is not for all men. Some men just don't have the density of facial hair for a beard to look good. The growing out process can be itchy and a bit frustrating, but if you hang in there you may find yourself with a great new look.
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