How to care for your mustache/beard

• October 14 2024
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A well-groomed beard or mustache is the calling card for men who want to exude style and confidence. But achieving the perfect look doesn’t happen by itself; it requires the right products, tools, and maintenance. Whether you go for a full, rugged beard or a neatly styled mustache, caring for your facial hair is essential to keep it healthy, shiny, and well-shaped. In this blog, you’ll discover everything you need for the ultimate beard and mustache care, from beard oil and trimmers to tips for creating your favorite style. Time to take your beard and mustache to the next level!

 

Why is proper cleansing important for your beard and mustache?

Proper cleansing is crucial because beard hairs can trap dirt, oil, and even product residues. Regularly washing your beard with a specially formulated beard shampoo prevents the hairs from drying out and helps keep the skin underneath clean and healthy. It is therefore important to keep your beard clean if you want to prevent or reduce pimples and impurities. Regular shampoo can be too harsh for the beard, so always choose a mild, beard-friendly formula.

 

How do you keep your beard soft and healthy?

Hydration is the key to a soft and healthy beard. Beard oil nourishes the hairs and the underlying skin, while beard balm provides extra control and styling. Apply a few drops of beard oil daily to prevent dryness and itching, and use beard balm for light hold and extra protection against external influences.

It depends on your beard type and the desired look. Beard oil is ideal for daily care, especially if you want your beard to stay soft and hydrated. It gives a light shine and prevents itching. Beard balm offers more hold and is perfect if you want more control, especially with longer beards or if you seek extra protection against dryness.

 

What are the benefits of beard oil?

To give your beard and mustache a well-groomed, healthy shine, use a few drops daily Beard oil . Rub the oil well between your palms and distribute it evenly through the beard hairs.

Beard oil offers numerous benefits for both your beard and skin. Here are the main advantages:

1. Hydrates and nourishes: Beard oil keeps both the beard hairs and the underlying skin hydrated. This prevents dryness and flaking, keeping the skin healthy.
2. Reduces itching and irritation: A dry skin under the beard can cause itching and irritation, especially when growing a new beard. Beard oil helps soothe these discomforts by calming and hydrating the skin.
3. Softens the beard: Regular use of beard oil results in softer, more manageable beard hairs, making styling easier and giving the beard a well-groomed appearance.
4. Gives a healthy shine: Beard oil provides a natural, healthy shine without making the beard look greasy. This makes your beard visually more attractive and healthier.
5. Prevents tangles: The oil smooths the hairs, making your beard less prone to tangling and easier to comb.
6. Stimulates healthy beard growth: By keeping the skin healthy and nourishing the hair follicles, beard oil can contribute to fuller and stronger beard growth.
7. Fresh scent: Many beard oils contain natural essential oils that give your beard a subtle, pleasant scent, which is an extra bonus for your daily care routine.

In short, bbeard oil is an essential product for anyone who wants a healthy, soft, and well-styled beard.

 

What are the benefits of beard balm?

Beard balm offers various benefits for both your beard and the skin underneath, especially if you are looking for extra control and care. Here are the main benefits:

1. Hydrates and nourishes: Beard balm contains nourishing ingredients such as oils and butters (like shea or cocoa butter) that hydrate and nourish your beard and skin. This prevents dryness and flaking, keeping your beard healthy.
2. Provides hold and control: Unlike beard oil, beard balm offers a light to medium hold, allowing you to better style and shape your beard, especially with longer or fuller beards.
3. Protects against external influences: Beard balm forms a thin protective layer over your beard hairs, protecting them from drying out due to wind, cold, and other external factors.
4. Tames frizzy hair: Beard balm helps smooth and control frizzy or fuzzy hair, resulting in a neat and tidy look.
5. Stimulates healthy beard growth: Due to its nourishing effect, beard balm helps keep the hair follicles and skin healthy, which is the foundation for healthy beard growth.
6. Adds volume and structure: Beard balm is thicker than beard oil, which helps add more volume and structure to your beard. This is ideal for men with thinner beards or if you want your beard to look fuller.
7. Fresh scent: Like beard oil, beard balm often contains essential oils, giving your beard a pleasant scent and a long-lasting fresh appearance.

In short, beard balm is ideal for men who need extra control and styling in addition to hydration, especially if you have a fuller beard that needs taming. It ensures a healthy, well-styled beard that withstands daily influences.

 

Which tools do you need to shape your beard and mustache?

There are various tools to keep your beard and mustache in shape, touch them up, and style them. Below, we have highlighted the three most commonly used tools for you. You can easily use these tools at home so you always leave the house looking well-groomed!

 

Trimmers for maintaining your beard or mustache

To keep your beard and mustache neatly styled, you need a good trimmer needed to maintain the shape. Additionally, a beard brush with firm bristles helps style the hairs in the right direction and distribute natural oils for a healthy shine.

In our range, we have three different types of trimmers, namely:

• The Gamma+ 024 Trimmer - is a professional trimmer in a compact size. It is an ultra-light model, wireless, and has a long lifespan. It can be used cordless for up to 45 minutes and is adjustable from 0.25 mm to 3 mm. The product includes a precision attachment.
• The Gamma+ Absolute Hitter Trimmer - this product has several advantages, including that the trimmer stays cooler, sharper, and rust-free. It is a modular trimmer with a removable top. This trimmer is especially suitable for sensitive skin. With a cordless time of 240 minutes. Includes 3 attachment combs (1.5mm, 4.5mm, and 6mm).
• The Gamma+ X-Evo Trimmer - this trimmer is perfect for precision work. Thanks to the turbo motor, the clipper can reach up to 10,000 strokes per minute. The clipper has a cordless time of 120 minutes and comes with two interchangeable covers (rose gold and matte gold).

• Gamma+ Gamma+ Zero Assoluto Shaver - is an ergonomic, professional shaver that provides a smooth and even shave. The device is equipped with an integrated sideburn trimmer and hypoallergenic, golden titanium foils to prevent skin irritation. The stainless steel cutting blades offer durability, and the head is easy to replace thanks to the quick-release system. The shaver has a cordless runtime of 120 minutes, with a charging time of only 30 minutes, and can also be used with a cord.

 

Can you also maintain your beard or mustache with a clipper?

Clippers are mainly used for large areas, while trimmers are suitable for small areas. For shaving or trimming your beard and mustache, it’s best to choose a trimmer. This doesn’t mean you can’t maintain your beard or mustache with a clipper; some prefer a clipper. Below, we have briefly highlighted our favorite clippers for you:

• Gamma+ X-Ergo Clippere - is a powerful clipper with a motor speed of 10,000 strokes per minute, a cordless runtime of 120 minutes, and an adjustable cutting blade. It comes with 8 attachment combs and three interchangeable body kits in gold, rose gold, and chrome. Regular maintenance and cleaning with maintenance spray extend the clipper's lifespan and prevent rust formation.
• Gamma+ 021 Clipper - is ideal for shaving and styling (side)beards, with adjustable cutting lengths from 0.8 to 2 mm and 5 attachment combs (3-20 mm). The clipper can be used cordless for up to 90 minutes and comes with an interchangeable ceramic head and 2 batteries. Regular maintenance with cleaning spray helps keep the clipper clean, lubricated, and rust-free for a longer lifespan.
• Gamma+ Boosted Clipper - designed for optimal ease of use and precise results. Has a powerful motor suitable for every hair type and can be used cordless for up to 120 minutes! Features a sleek design and feels comfortable in the hand. 
• Gamma+ Absolute Alpha Clipper Interchangeable Covers - is a professional clipper with a cordless runtime of 240 minutes and a fast charging time of 150 minutes. It features a 45mm Black Diamond Carbon cutting blade for a smooth result and comes with 5 attachment combs (1.5-13mm) and three interchangeable covers (black, red, gold). The cutting length is adjustable from 0.8 to 3.3 mm. Regular cleaning with maintenance spray extends the clipper's lifespan and prevents rust.
• Gamma+ Absolute Alpha Chrome Clipper - is a professional clipper with a 45mm Black Diamond Carbon DLC cutting blade for a smooth result. It offers a cordless runtime of 240 minutes and fully charges in 150 minutes. The clipper comes with 5 attachment combs (1.5-13mm) and two interchangeable covers in gold and rose gold. The cutting length is adjustable from 0.8 to 3.3 mm. Regular maintenance with cleaning spray extends the lifespan and prevents rust.

 

Beard brushes for a quick & well-groomed look

Thanks to a beard brush, your beard always looks well-groomed without having to spend hours in front of the mirror! Regarding beard brushes, we offer the following in our assortment:

• Lussoni Wooden Beard Brush Vegan Bristles - this product cares for the beard and makes styling the beard easier. The brush is made of vegan bristles and maple wood, making it comfortable to hold.
• Lussoni Natural Beard Brush - this brush has a different shape than the other brushes because it fits easier in the hand for some. The bristles are made of boar hair and the handle is made of maple wood.
• Lussoni Beard Brush Set - Vegan + Natural Brush - This set consists of the vegan + natural brush.
• Lussoni Wooden Oval Beard Brush Natural Bristles - this product is perfect for styling the beard and also immediately cares for the beard, as it is made from natural boar bristles.

 

How do you keep your mustache tight and well-styled?

Mustache wax is a great product to keep mustache hairs in place and create a neat shape. Work from the center of the mustache to the ends and use a small comb to distribute the product evenly.

 

What is the difference between a trimmer and a clipper?

A clipper is designed for the coarser work, such as cutting head hair or trimming a longer beard. With wider blades and a powerful motor, it is ideal for shortening larger amounts of hair and working with longer lengths. Clippers often come with different attachments so you can choose the desired length.

A trimmer on the other hand, is suitable for more precise work. This device has finer, narrower blades, ideal for sharpening beard lines, sideburns, mustaches, and tidying up short beards or stubble. Trimmers work closer to the skin, perfect for detailed styling without shaving the hair completely.

In short, use the clipper for cutting longer hair and the trimmer for detail work and shorter beard styles.

How to prevent an itchy beard?

An itchy beard often arises from dry skin beneath the hairs. To prevent this, use beard oil. This hydrates both the beard hairs and the skin, reducing irritation and itching. Choose an oil with nourishing ingredients like jojoba or argan oil.

In addition, a beard balm provide extra hydration and protection, especially in cold or dry weather conditions. Also keep your beard clean with a mild beard shampoo to remove dirt and excess oil without drying out the skin. This easily prevents an itchy beard.

 

Which products really help with beard growth?

There are products like beard serums and supplements that can stimulate beard growth. Look for ingredients such as biotin, keratin, and vitamins B and E, all of which contribute to stronger and fuller beard hairs. It is important to be patient, as results take time and depend on genetics. Below we describe some products that contribute to beard growth:

• Neofollics Beard Growth Stimulating Serum - stimulates beard growth and results in a fuller, thicker beard. The serum nourishes the beard and facial skin and prevents hair loss. Clinically proven effective without side effects, it contains powerful ingredients such as Neoxyl, Adenosine, and essential oils to strengthen hair follicles and stimulate beard growth.
• Neofollics Beard Growth Dermaroller - is an advanced dermaroller that stimulates beard growth by creating tiny holes in the skin, improving blood circulation to the hair follicles and activating the beard growth process. This roller helps the beard serum absorb better and is suitable for men who want a fuller beard or suffer from patchy areas in their beard.
• Neofollics Beard Growth Supporting Tablets - are advanced tablets that improve beard and mustache hair growth. With just 1-2 tablets per day, you’ll see results after 3-6 months in the form of fuller beard growth. The tablets contain a combination of 18 active ingredients, such as antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, which extend the hair growth phase, improve skin condition, and nourish the hair follicles. They are vegan and have no known side effects.

 

What are common mistakes in beard and mustache care and how do you prevent them?

Common mistakes include trimming too much, which can lead to uneven growth, and skipping hydration, causing the beard to become dry and frizzy. Using regular shampoo is also a mistake to avoid, as it can dry out the beard. Always choose beard-friendly products and keep your trimming sessions balanced by trimming regularly but moderately.

 

What beard and mustache styles can you create with the right care?

There are countless styles possible, such as the classic full beard, the short stubble beard, or a neatly shaped goatee. For the mustache, you can think of a rugged handlebar or a neatly trimmed chevron. With the right care products and tools, you can achieve any desired look, whether you prefer a casual or a more structured style.

What is aftershave used for?

Aftershave is used after shaving to soothe, hydrate, and disinfect the skin. It helps prevent irritation, redness, and small wounds that can occur from shaving. Aftershave often contains soothing ingredients like aloe vera or glycerin, and antiseptic agents such as alcohol to keep the skin clean and prevent infections. Additionally, aftershave can calm the skin and leave a fresh scent, providing a pleasant and well-groomed feeling after shaving.

 

A well-groomed beard and mustache require dedication and the right products, but the reward is a healthy, stylish look that exudes confidence. Whether you choose beard oil and beard balm for daily hydration, or specific products like beard serums and dermarollers to stimulate growth, it’s essential to build a routine that suits your beard type. By regularly cleansing, nourishing, and styling with the right tools, you can easily maintain a well-styled and cared-for beard or mustache. Remember, consistency is key, and with the right approach, you will definitely achieve the desired result.

Ready to take your beard and mustache care to the next level? Start your ultimate grooming routine today and radiate confidence every day!