If spending nearly a year in social isolation has given us anything at all, it’s the opportunity to experiment with facial hair with zero social repercussions. The urge to sport manly upper lip hair is real, but most of us are so nervous about oncoming judgement from mustache haters that we don’t even start. 2020 changed all of that by giving us time alone to re-evaluate what’s important to us like never before. Without the pressure of measuring up to societal standards, we realized the men we truly are. A mustache is an extension of your personality - so go...

Beard envy is a real thing, and there is one kind of beard that inevitably makes other men green with envy. You know what kind of beard we are talking about. We mean the huge, long, bushy kind of beard sported by lumberjacks, hipsters and old-school bikers.  The reason that this style tends to provoke so much envy is that the vast majority of men simply don’t believe they are capable of growing such a beard. It seems either physically impossible, or far too much work.  The truth is, most men are capable of growing some version of this beard....

When it comes to getting the most bang for your buck, the soul patch is the style of facial hair that takes the cake. The soul patch is a classic look which, like the moustache, goes in and out of style with time, but always seems to make a comeback. Best of all, the soul patch can be styled multiple ways and combined with other styles in order to make a unique look that suits your lifestyle perfectly. Below you will find everything you need to know about the soul patch.  Soul patch meaning So what exactly is a soul...

Dryness, flakes, itchiness, and irritated skin. These are all-too-common afflictions for many beard growers. You may have either experienced these problems yourself while growing a beard, or noticed it in other men. It may have even been the reason why you gave up on growing a beard in the past.  Fortunately, our understanding of the science of beards is constantly expanding, and there are now proven ways to deal with this frustrating problem. In this post we will discuss the causes of dry and flaky skin under your beard, what to do about it, and what kind of products can...

For a lot of us, growing a great beard isn’t just about staying healthy and using the right products. Although these are essential parts of growing the beard of your dreams, an equally important aspect is choosing the style of beard that goes best with your face and personality.  If you have tried out some of the more basic looks and are still shopping around for the right kind of beard for you, let us suggest the ducktail beard. Trust us, it’s not as goofy as the name might suggest.  What is a ducktail beard? The ducktail is named as...

Some men are blessed with the perfect jawline. Strong, square, naturally defined, these jaws are made for admiring. For these men, a short beard or even just a permanent 5 o’clock shadow can be the perfect look, showcasing their natural good looks. If you are reading this post, the odds are you are not exactly one of those men. You might be worried about having a weak jawline, a thin face, a double chin, or any combination of these features.  Let’s be clear—there is nothing wrong with body positivity. For some men, a narrow jawline is not the worst thing...

For a lot of men out there with a patchy mustache or beard, growing facial hair that you can really be proud of seems like a distant dream. In the face of beard growth problems, many men simply give up. Fortunately, innovations in health science and technology are giving us new insights every year into how the human body works, and how to best combat frustrating problems like thin or patchy facial hair.  One potential solution that more and more men are testing out is minoxidil. All across the internet, from chat forums to YouTube to social media, discussions are occurring....

Over the past several decades, there has been a slow but steady shift in the way that workplace attire is understood. This is especially true for office environments. Whereas as recently as the 50’s or 60’s it was unheard of to enter the office in less than fully formal garb—for men, a suit, tie, dress shoes and a hat were all essentials—today’s office workplaces are significantly less discerning.  This is good news for men who feel restricted by a full business suit and feel more natural in casual clothing. However, the move towards a more casual style also has its...

For men curious about experimenting with different looks, there are many resources out there to help choose a specific haircut or beard style. However, few articles or blog posts go into detail about how beards and hair complement one another, and what to look for when choosing a hairstyle to match your beard. The biggest problem with approaching your beard and hair separately is that this can sometimes result in an unbalanced or or even bizarre overall style.  In this post, we will be taking a look at the ways that your beard and hair work together to form a...

There are few signs of masculinity more universal than the beard. From pioneers and explorers to philosophers and kings, many of the greatest men in history sported spectacular beards. However, many men are held back from joining the ranks of the bearded by an insecurity about thinness or patchiness in their beards. Some of us feel as though our beards aren’t full or thick enough to look good when grown out.  This is a mistake. The truth is, there are plenty of styles of beard out there that work for men with thinner facial hair. In reality, there are few men...

Humans love pushing our limits. There is a reason why the Olympics are celebrated and broadcast around the world every four years. Something about human nature calls us to constantly test just how far we can jump, how fast we can run, how skillfully we can dive, and much more.  For the same reason, we also love world records. The Guinness Book of World Records is able to sell a new edition every single year because people are naturally curious about the kinds of extremes our bodies, minds, world, and universe can achieve.  As a beard aficionado, you have probably...

There are a lot of tips and tricks out there for longer, healthier and faster beard growth, but most of them come back to a single issue: your body’s overall health. Addressing the fundamental aspects of general health can often help to treat all of the potential symptoms, from patchy beard growth to dry or oily skin to dandruff and beardruff.  So just how important is exercise for beard growth? Below are a few of the most important ways that exercise affects your facial hair, and what you can do to get on track for a healthy lifestyle.  How does exercise...