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What I Wish I Knew Before Growing a Beard

What I Wish I Knew Before Growing a Beard Growing a beard is something many men look forward to, but it’s also a journey filled with surprises and lessons. Reflecting on my own experience and insights shared by beard enthusiast Jack Malaka from Beardbrand, here are three important things I wish I had known before starting my own beard journey.

1. Patience is Crucial

One of the first things Jack emphasizes is the need for patience. Not all parts of your beard will grow at the same rate or thickness. What you see in the early stages might change significantly over time. Some guys, like Jack himself, didn't get their full beard until their mid-20s or later. It’s important to be patient and not judge your beard too early. Over time, you'll see it fill out in its own unique way.

2. The Awkward Phase is Normal

Jack talks about what he calls "the awkward phase," which happens in the first month or so of growth. During this time, your beard might itch, look patchy, and generally make you feel self-conscious. Many guys give up during this phase, but Jack advises sticking with it. Using beard oil and balm can help soothe the skin and make the hairs softer, which makes the awkward phase more manageable. Pushing through this stage usually leads to a healthier, more comfortable beard.

3.Embrace Your Own Style

Perhaps the most freeing advice Jack gives is to embrace your own beard style. Not every guy can grow a huge, thick beard that you see in pictures. Beard growth varies a lot from person to person. It’s important to experiment with different styles and find what looks and feels best for you. Whether it’s a neat mustache, a tidy goatee, or even just a clean-shaven look, the key is to feel confident and comfortable. Taking care of your beard, no matter its size or style, is essential. Regular grooming and maintenance, as Jack suggests, are key to keeping any beard looking its best. In conclusion, growing a beard is a journey that teaches you patience and self-discovery. Learning from others who have gone through the process can make it easier and more enjoyable. Whether you're just starting out or thinking about growing your beard, remember these insights. Enjoy the process, take care of your beard like you would any important part of your appearance, and embrace becoming the best bearded version of yourself.

It is possible to grow a beard faster than normal – well at least there are things you can do or not do in order to get the best growth from your beard. Genetics will always decide the amount of hair that you will produce on your face but we can put steps in place that maximise any growth.

1. Stress can stop hair growth.

When we stress out or are stressed we release more adrenalin and as a result we get an increase in blood pressure and air take. This causes our blood vessels to contract and these supply our hair follicles. So by getting stressed less goodness and nutrients are getting passed to our hair folicles thus reducing the growth potential.

2. Exercising like an animal – look like a beast!

We all know and are always told that exercise is good for us and guess what – it is! By getting active and doing exercise we break down stress and release a whole host of feel good hormones. Remember stress is our enemy when it comes to beards growth so get out there and start doing. We recommend HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) as it burns more calories, is a great hard work out and you don’t need specialist equipment to do this.

3. Avoid nasty chemicals – your beard hates them

These are everywhere and are in lots of our daily care products. So avoid them if you can, chemicals in aftershaves and other products take away our bodys natural oils. We recommend applying some nourishing beard oil to your beard so that it stays well maintained and healthy.

4. Rest up bearded brother.

Our body repairs when were resting so it makes sense to get plenty of own time when were trying to grow our beards. This will maximise your chance of recovery and likely to aid in beard growth and nutrients supplies to your hair follicles.

5. Diet to grow a beard faster

So eating clean is a great way to stay in shape and also make sure that your body is getting the best nutrients possible. So once again lets stay away from the crappy food with minimal values and replace them with a good clean – non-processed foods. As we have learnt the better sources of nutrients we can get inside of us the better the chances of us being healthy and in return the best chances that we will grow an epic beard.

6. Vitamin D3

Vitamin D3 is what our body uses to make and repair your nails and also your hair so it makes perfect sense that if we want straong hair and nails it is essential that we get our dosage. Naturally the biggest source of D3 is sunlight so get outside people – it’s really good for you (sunlight in moderation obviously!). You could also choose to supplement with some high quality vitamins or get out more, not to many foods contain D3 but fish oils can be the best sources.

So Avoid Stress, Exercise more, eat clean, get some good nutrients and get out more – all of these things will help you grow your beard as fast as possible.

How to Fix Patchy Beard Growth in 7 Steps

For Many men who want to grow a full, thick sexy beard. Achieving this can be easy for some, the way your facial hair growth depends mostly on your genetics, and you may be stuck with a beard that grows in unevenly. If your hormone levels are low, your hair follicles may not be acting the way you want them to in order to give you that manly beard you want. Fortunately, here are some tips and tricks that you can try to fill in the patchy areas of your beard.

Step 1.

With a 3 blade razor Shave close to your skin to remove all beard hair. Your hair may grow in differently than it previously did, meaning you could naturally grow in a thicker beard with fewer bald spots.

Step 2

Deny the urge to trim your beard new growth as it’s growing out. Grow it as thick as it can get- even if there are still patchy spots, a longer fuller beard should eventually cover those bald spots.

Step 3.

Rub pomade or vaseline of your choice onto your beard. Don’t use too little, you want enough so that you can control the direction the hairs of your beard. Just make sure to not use too much, or you’ll have a greasy, shiny beard.

Step 4.

Use a soft bristle brush to brush your beard downwards motion. This will help give it a uniform appearance. It will also tame those unruly hairs.

Step 5.

Trim any beard hairs that are too long or whisky and unruly. After you’re finished trimming your whiskers, brush your beard again.

Step 6.

Style your beard to your desire to showcase the thick spots and eliminate the bald spots. For example, if you have a lot of bald spots on your cheeks, consider styling your beard into an “anchor,” point with your fingers or an small comb where there’s hair on your chin and your jaw line area.

Step 7.

Dye your beard to make it appear more thick and dense. Make sure to use standard facial hair dye, not traditional hair dye for the hair on your head. Keep in mind that this trick will only work if you already have a good amount of beard growth. If you have thin hair and not a lot of coverage, dying your beard won’t make much of a difference.

Tips to Consider

You may want to see a doctor about a possible hormonal problem before trying other alternative such as steroids. A hormonal issue could be causing your beard to grow in unevenly. While it’s tempting to use concoctions that help speed up hair growth on the top of your head, they don’t have the same effect on the beard area.

How to Grow Facial Hair Faster

Get and Grow a Beard Faster

So, you want to look manly? Or is it that you need more hair, but you have none.

Here's a guide on how to grow your facial hair quickly. Of course, you'll need to keep in mind that it needs patience and sometimes luck to grow a superb beard. But don't be disheartened. Just follow my steps and you might be on your way to one superb, fast-growing beard!

Don't Shave

One of my friends, who was only 13 at the time, used to shave in hopes of growing a beard quicker that way. I'm sure you've heard of that trick. Yet, have you tried it numerous times, only with no results?

You won't see any success from following this "trick" — because it is only a myth. The truth is, shaving has no relationship with your facial hair growth. I know some people even also believe that applying shaving cream on your face will make the hair grow faster! Sorry, guys. This won't work either.

The truth is, if your facial hair is growing at a slow rate, you should actually try to shave less often. Don't waste what little hair you do have by shaving it!

Rogiane

Rogaine or Minoxidil is a medicine known for its hair growth capabilities. This is an over-the-counter drug (meaning you don't need a prescription) that comes in the form of a foam applied onto your skin. Apply it to your face, and don't wash for around four hours.

Keep in mind that there are some side effects, too.

The most common being a burning sensation in your eyes, itching, and irritation on the applied area.
You may also experience unwanted hair growth.
Those with extra sensitive skin may have an allergic reaction.
Dandruff is also a common side effect.

If this doesn't suit you, then don't use it. If you do choose to use it, good luck!

Grow beard to look manly

Biotin

Vitamin B7 or Biotin is also beneficial for for hair growth.

Its rich, natural source is derived from raw egg yolk. However if you consume the egg white part, its effectiveness will reduce.
Another good source of natural biotin comes from peanuts.
This is also available in a capsule or pill form. A 3mg capsule of Biotin may stimulate your facial hair growth.

Rogaine or Biotin?

Which one is better?

Rogaine is more powerful, but has more side effects.
Biotin is less stronger acting, but quite harmless.

The choice lies on you. Rogaine usage must be stopped if you face any issues, but Biotin will not give you such quick and direct side effects. Both these drugs can be purchased from online stores like eBay.

Clean Your Face

If you're not seeing much facial hair growth and just little hairs, don't fret. Take care of these small hairs.

Regularly clean your face and do not let dust particles and dried cells gather around your facial hair roots.
You may have an itchy rash from your hair growth. To prevent this and to clean your beard, use a dandruff shampoo thrice or twice a week.
You can also try a watered lemon extract.

Massage Your Face

Apply some massage oil to your face and gently rub your cheeks. Eucalyptus oil is very good for this purpose. But do not rub your face too rough, be gentle, to get better results. The sweet scented eucalyptus oil is also very good for your hair’s general health.

These are the methods you can follow to grow your beard faster. Feel free to comment or share your own methods for hair growth.

Remember, don't go for highly advertised but unknown or dubious products! Good luck.

If you’re lucky enough to live in a part of the world where traditional seasons apply, you’re probably in the process of folding up your shorts and packing away your flip flops as summer starts to fade into the background. Fall is upon us and that’s a beautiful thing. Apple cider, the turning of the leaves, and, of course, pumpkin spice everything! No, but really, fall is great, however, it does act as a prelude to the most divisive of all seasons, winter. Sure, winter doesn’t start for another few months, but with it on the not too distant horizon, it’s time to buckle down and prepare the best way a man can, by growing out his beard.

As we all know, beards aren’t grown in a day, or even a week. They take time, patience, and resolve to achieve bearded greatness. However, many gents wait until they’ve actually reached freezing temperatures to start thinking about growing out a winter beard, rather than planning ahead. By starting today, you can avoid trying to play catchup come Thanksgiving and by New Year’s you’ll be basking in bearded glory, cheersing both 2016 and your beardsman prowess.

With that in mind, let’s look at some of the different stages you’ll be facing (no pun intended) over the next few months as you set out on your winter bearded journey.

Day One

If you happen to be a rookie beardsman and opt for the completely shaven look than you’re probably at ground zero in terms of facial hair. Take a good look in the mirror and know that your face is going on vacation for a while and you might not be getting a good look at it for some time. To jump start the process, give your face a thorough wash and then sit back and let nature take its course. Welcome aboard, young squire.

One Week From Now

The scruff phase has arrived. If you’re like most men, you’re probably a little itchy. You’ve surpassed the “I swear I’m not on a three-bender” length and now you can almost see where this is going. You’re going to be tempted to start shaving a neckline and keeping your beard kempt, but try to resist. Until your beard is long enough to actually consider it a, well, beard, it’s best to go the natural route and just let your hair grow in whatever pattern it chooses to. Well done, you’re building up steam now.

One Month From Now

Hey Halloween! Your beard has now taken on a legitimate shape and you now look like a much different guy than before, most likely simultaneously more rugged and dapper. Of course, with everyone’s favorite day to dress up in costume upon you, your options for what to go as dramatically open up with your new bearded look. Enjoy it to the fullest. Now at this point you’ve most likely started performing routine maintenance on your beard, whether that’s by trimming down rogue hair on your cheeks or shaving a neckline to give your beard more clear definition. Whatever routine you’ve developed, keep it up, this is when your beard starts taking on a much more significant presence.

Thanksgiving

If this is your first time really letting your beard do its thing then Thanksgiving will be an interesting time for you. Depending on who you’re spending the holiday with, friends most likely won’t have much to say about your new look, but family, well, we all know how they can be, you will have some questions to answer and some commentary to internalize. Moms and grandmas might tell you that they miss seeing your handsome face or your nieces and nephews might want to play with your now hairier facial exterior, but simply indulge everyone and keep a smile on your mug. You’re a beardsman now, be confident in your actions and in yourself. Thanksgiving will prove that your new beard is definitely to your benefit as the weather turns and it’s only going to help more from here.

New Year’s

You’ve done it! Three months of being a beardsman under your belt and you’re now looking like a man who can handle himself in the new year, regardless of what 2016 throws at you. Your beard is now long enough where you should consider using a comb regularly, along with utilizing beard oil to keep it healthy during the dry and cold winter months. Additionally, you’ll need to develop some new skills for cleaning your face and learning to eat with your new found beardedness. Now, when you’re out for New Year’s Eve and everyone is talking about how cold it is, you can observe silently and give yourself a pat on the back, you did the unthinkable (or maybe just unlikely) and planned ahead. This moment was three months in the making, well done fellow beardsman. Well done indeed.

10 Things You Should Know If You’re Considering a Beard Transplant

Patchy-bearded men of the world rejoice! Beard transplants are here. Citing the“hipster beard craze”, recent reports say the procedure has increased six-fold in the past five years. Whether you're considering a beard transplant or are scratching your chin for more information on the trend, here’s what you need to know:

1. The procedure can cost upwards of $7,000.

For beard-challenged trustafarians, this is peanuts when compared to the satisfaction that comes from a full and lustrous beard. For anyone on a budget, this price tag is outrageous, especially when compared to practical procedures like LASIK eye surgery, which now runs less than $1,000.

2. You can get the beard you always wanted…

Just like a haircut, you’re better off bringing a photograph, because you can dictate how you want your new beard to look. Tell the doctor to give you “the Howie Mandel" and you'll walk out with a camera-ready soul patch. Talk about “designer stubble.”

3. …But you’ll have to sacrifice some hair up top.

In this case, your new beard is made from hair that comes from the back of your scalp. This hair most closely resembles the hair grown around the chin. Or rather, the hair you wish grew around the chin.

4. The transplanted hairs fall out after two weeks.

But don’t worry—they promptly grow back three months later. Just put your faith in science.

5. You’ll probably have to take a sick day.

The procedure takes between two and five hours, but rarely requires a second round.

6. Beard transplants aren’t just for the goatee zone.

You can also get eyebrow and sideburn transplants! We hereby coin the term "hair tattoo," describing a patch of hair strategically installed anywhere on the body. Used in a sentence: "I'm thinking of getting a hair tattoo of the Brooklyn skyline across my shoulders."

7. It actually works.

This guy had a single procedure with 2,300 grafts. Eight months later, he's sporting a relatively full beard.

8. The Brits are especially excited about beard transplants.

In 2012, 4,500 men in the UK got facial hair transplants, 13% more than in 2011. No word on what percentage of these patients lives in hipster-heavy East London.

9. The results can boost your confidence.

One patient says the transplant helped cover scars on his chin, and made it easier for him to approach women.

10. Sadly, you cannot be a beard donor.

Well, maybe you could, but it sure would be tough to find a perfect hair match, right? Imagine the money Johnny Damon could make every few months.

What I Wish I Knew Before Growing a Beard

6 ways to grow your beard better and faster

1. Stress can stop hair growth.

2. Exercising like an animal – look like a beast!

3. Avoid nasty chemicals – your beard hates them

4. Rest up bearded brother.

5. Diet to grow a beard faster

6. Vitamin D3

How to Fix Patchy Beard Growth in 7 Steps

How to Fix Patchy Beard Growth in 7 Steps