What is Beard Oil, Beard Balm and Beard Butter?
There are many so many options available to you as you start out on this bearded journey. This is even more so in terms of moisturizing the beard and the skin underneath. On the surface, it might seem like a very easy choice to make when all you need to do is get suggestions and recommendations from the internet or beard groomers close to you.
However, there's a lot more to consider than just the fact that a particular product makes someone else look good. In this article, we will be taking a look at the three major types of beard moisturizers for beard hair and the skin namely beard oil, beard balm, and beard butter. Hopefully, at the end of this article, it would be a lot easier for you to make a well-informed choice.
Beard Oil and Its Benefits
Beard Oil is considered to be an awesome starter product if you're just getting into beard growing and grooming. It's a well-known fact that it is more liquid than its other beard moisturizing counterparts and this makes it easier in terms of application and compatibility with various hair textures.
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This product is perfect for beginners who want well-maintained facial hair growth. It can be applied easily in any situation, regardless of what type or texture you have - its only shortcoming is that it doesn't do much for styling the beard.
What’s the best way to keep your beard soft and hydrated? Beard oil! It has the uncanny ability to keep your beard very soft and hydrated but it does fall short of effectiveness when it comes to beard styling.
Beard Oil for Skin Issues
When your beard hair starts coming out of the skin, it's easy to get tempted to shave it off when the irritation and itching start to get unbearable. Alternatively, try applying some beard oil to your beard and skin after a shower and gently drying the hair.
The results are simply divine with the skin underneath the beard getting good moisture and preventing any skin issues from breaking out.
Beard oil hardly has an equal especially if you're a first-timer but the benefits of beard oil are not just for newbies. The oil reduces and eliminates dandruff in full beards and gives the hair a very healthy shine on a constant basis. If you're looking to have the hair smelling fresh too, that is also a reality.
Beard Butter and Its Benefits
A bit of a cross between beard balm and beard oil, beard butter has two unique functions which are to soften the beard and to also act as an anti-itch product.
Additionally, it's worth noting that the product is not made with the regular beeswax ingredients of beard balm. This is in no way a disadvantage as this gives it a softer texture when you're applying it to your beard hair. The advantages also extend well beyond this and can range from adding a healthy beard shine and taming any errant flyways.
In practical use, this product is perfect for if you have sparse and fine hairs. It is possible to get more moisture if you combine beard oil and beard butter but it creates the problem of a heavier beard. As such, many people opt for using only beard butter.
Beard Balm and Its Benefits
Perfect if you have a long and structured beard, Beard Balm is an awesome way to maintain shape and style. It has a beeswax component which guarantees that it has a strong styling hold.
There are many versions of beard balm on the market so your choice will come down to the texture and length of your beard. In any case, it's advisable to only use a minimal amount as too much of the balm will make the beard hard and brittle.
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Final Thoughts On Beard Moisturizers
In truth, all three of the products that we have discussed are amazing in their respective uses and advantages. Barring any underlying issues, you won't be sorry for choosing them.
It should be said however that the effectiveness of each product will vary depending on your beard texture and the components that make up the product that you end up choosing or making.
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