The Best Medium Beard Styles That Men Can Embrace


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Medium beard styles are a great way to show off your masculinity while still being able to maintain a more groomed appearance. In the 21st century, men have been expected to be just as well put together as women, which is one of the best ways you can accomplish that goal. If you're looking for some inspiration on what medium-length beards will look like and how to keep them up, then look no further.

What is Considered a Medium Beard?

Considered one of the best beard styles, medium beards, as the name suggests, fall between a long beard and a short beard. It's not quite long enough to be considered a full beard, but it isn't on the list of short beards. With its medium-length hair, it generally sits around 1-2 inches in length. Longer beards are considered to be anything over 6 inches. 

It doesn't matter if you have thin or thick facial hair, so no matter what your genetics tell you, there are plenty of medium beard styles to choose from.

If you were hoping for something a little shorter than this, then you may want to consider a stubble beard. It is one of the most popular short beard styles and doesn't take as long to grow.

Medium Beard Styles

How Long Will It Take to Grow a Medium Beard?

It will take roughly 6-10 weeks to grow a 2-inch beard with average facial hair growth. For faster growth rates, using beard growth products can help speed up the process.

The best medium beard styles in 2021 fall somewhere between having only stubble and growing out your beard. The length of the hair on your face generally falls somewhere between 1-3 inches. These are the best kinds of beards because they look professional yet masculine at the same time, which is what most people are looking for. For more growth tips, check out our post: How To Grow A Beard - 9 Beard Growing Tips.

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Are Beards Still in Style?

Beard growth in the 21st century is a great way to define your personality and individuality. Facial hair has been in and out of style since grooming products like razors have been available.

Beard styles for men have always been envied by the men who can't or won't grow them. In the last 20 years, more and more businesses have been removing their rules for a clean shave and accepting that bearded men are the best workers to hire.

Medium Beard Styles

How Do You Style a Medium-Length Beard?

You can pull off the messy hair look as long as your beard is styled to perfection. Medium-length beards are easier to maintain than short beards since they don't need to be trimmed as often. You will want to use a beard balm and beard butter to help style and shape your beard. 

Beard oil is made up of a mixture of waxes and essential oils, which aid in moisturizing your skin and managing flyaway hairs. Beard butter isn't as common as beard balm but consists primarily of butters (almond butter, shea, and hemp seed). Since beard butter doesn't contain any wax, it has more cream-like consistency and can be easier to work with.

It is best to use a beard balm during the day to keep your beard well-groomed and beard butter at night to protect your skin while you sleep. You will also need to have a good pair of scissors on hand to keep the sides, neckline, and cheeks in control. 

How Do I Shape My Medium Beard?

Depending on your face shape, there are some different options for you. Once you have grown out your beard to your desired length, you will want to use a quality beard trimmer and beard oil to maintain your beard. 

Always make sure your beard is fully dry and combed or brushed out before trimming. You can also get it shaped by a professional barber the first time to help you decide what shape works best for you, and they can provide you with tips for when you trim it yourself.

Should a Beard be All One Length?

Growing facial hair all one length can be challenging for some. That is why using a beard trimmer will help with getting your beard more uniform. You can start off by using the trimmer to get all of your hair the same length, then use shorter settings to blend it on the cheeks, neck, and sideburns. After that is done, you can remove the guard and use the blades to clean up the lines. 

What Is The Best Medium Beard Style?

The best medium beard style varies for different men depending on your face shape, hair texture, and even personality. Explore our list of the top medium beard styles to find the perfect match for you.

  • Bare to Bold Faded Beard
  • Barely Noticeable Faded beard
  • Square Jaw Shaped
  • Untrimmed
  • Professional
  • Beard with Mustache
  • Medium with Short Hair
  • Natural Beard
  • Pointed
  • Medium Beard With Long Mustache
  • Verdi Beard
  • Circle Beard

Bare to Bold Faded Beard

A faded beard goes well with almost every face shape and haircut, even a bald head. If your facial hair comes in patchy, a fade at the cheeks can help even things out. You can also have clean-shaven cheeks that fade into a bold beard for a sleek modern look. 

Barely Noticeable Faded Beard

If you want a polished and sophisticated look, the fade might be the most crucial detail in your beard regiment. To perfect this look at home, you will want to invest in a quality beard trimmer. You will want to create a subtle grade with no sharp lines barely visible to the naked eye. 

Square Jaw Shaped

If you are looking to shape your beard to give the appearance of a chiseled jawline, you may want to consider the square jaw-shaped style. For this look, you will want to avoid the hair from becoming too thick on your cheeks and sideburns, as this can make it look too blocky and squared off. 

Untrimmed

If you want a slightly rough unkempt look, then this might be the style for you. It is a bold look if you have the patience to let it grow. You will want to allow your facial hair to grow out and cover your face. This look usually pairs best with a longer, scruffy hairstyle and requires little maintenance.

Professional

A professional medium beard, otherwise known as a corporate beard, is an excellent option for the office. You may need some beard balm to keep it tame, but it will go great with your fashionable suit and tie.

Beard with Mustache

There are many mustache styles available, but adding a classic chevron mustache or maybe a sweet handlebar mustache could help you define your personality. A nice thin or thick mustache can be a fantastic addition to any medium beard style.

Medium with Short Hair

The benefit of having a short hairstyle is that it will compliment your beard without overshadowing it. There are many different styles of short hair, so you will need to be open to trying different ones and experimenting until you find the one that best suits you. 

Natural Beard

If you want a beard without all of the hassles of shaving every day and want it to look like you're not trying too hard, then the natural beard is the way to go. You can let it grow out to your desired length and just keep it trimmed up without the need to do a fade or create any sharp lines. 

Pointed

A pointed beard might be for you if you are looking for something a little bit more shapely or if your facial hair doesn't all go in the same direction. There are many variations of a pointed beard, but it is basically a beard style with a 'V' shaped endpoint. To achieve this look, you will want to keep the part above the jawline nicely trimmed with a sharp point at the end tip of the beard. 

Medium Beard With Long Mustache

If you already have a long mustache, then you might want to consider growing out a medium beard to add to your look or for more of an edgy modern appearance. It takes a particular personality to pull off this style, but it brings an elegant manly vibe with confidence and more self-esteem. 

Verdi Beard

The Verdi beard originated from the Italian Opera composer Giuseppe Verdi and consists of a naturally grown rounded bottom and short sides. What makes the Verdi beard so unique is the long bushy mustache that is combed down or curled up and should always be impeccably groomed. A correctly groomed Verdi beard should not exceed 4 "in length. This style is best suited for face shapes that have a narrow jawline and smaller chin. 

Circle Beard

Add some shape to your round or oval face by growing a circle beard which forms a circle with a mustache and goatee grown together. It also works great for men wanting to conceal a softer jawline or even to cover up skin breakouts and is easy to maintain. 

When you have a Perfect Medium-Length Beard, Keep it Styled.

A medium beard is a great way to keep your masculinity while keeping with the trend of being put together. In this day and age, men need to be just as well-groomed as women are expected to be. This means that you need a style that will compliment your clean-cut look without going too extreme in one direction or another. Luckily there are plenty of styles out there, from short stubble all the way up to long hipster beards. Regardless, any length can still benefit from using our natural beard butter product which makes sure that both your skin and hair stay nourished throughout each day!

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