A beard only looks well-groomed if the skin underneath is healthy. That’s where beard oil comes in. In this article you’ll learn what beard oil does, how often and how much to use, and when you’re better off reaching for beard balm. Short, practical and explained the way a barber would.
What does beard oil do?
Beard hair is thicker and drier than the hair on your head, and the skin underneath gets little air and moisture. Beard oil nourishes both. The result:
- No itching or flakes, especially in the first weeks of beard growth
- Softer, more supple beard hair that combs better and frizzes less
- Healthy shine without a greasy feel
- A fresh scent, subtle and never overpowering
KAPR Beard Oil is a light oil that absorbs quickly and suits every beard length, from stubble to a full beard.
How often and how much beard oil?
| Beard length | How much | How often |
|---|---|---|
| Stubble up to 1 cm | 2 to 3 drops | Daily, mainly against itching |
| Short beard, 1 to 3 cm | 3 to 5 drops | Daily after showering |
| Full beard, 3 to 8 cm | 5 to 8 drops | Daily, with an extra application in the evening if needed |
| Long beard, longer than 8 cm | 8 to 10 drops | Daily, with balm as a finish |
How to apply beard oil in three steps
Warm water opens the pores. Pat your beard towel-dry, not dripping wet.
Rub your hands together and massage the oil into the skin first, then through the hair.
Spread the oil evenly with a beard brush and shape your beard.
Beard oil or beard balm?
Beard oil nourishes, beard balm shapes. KAPR Beard Balm contains natural waxes and oils and gives your beard light hold: stray hairs stay in place and your beard looks smoother and fuller.
- Stubble or a short beard: beard oil only.
- A beard that sticks out, frizzes or needs to hold a shape: beard balm, optionally over the oil.
- Full or long beard: oil in the morning for the skin, balm as a finishing touch for shape.
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The complete beard routine
- Wash: 2 to 3 times a week with Professional Shampoo, which is also suitable for your beard. Washing more often dries it out.
- Nourish: beard oil every day after showering.
- Shape: beard balm and a brush.
- Trim: tidy up the lines every 1 to 2 weeks, or have your barber do it.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use too much beard oil? Yes, then your beard feels greasy and attracts dust. Start with a little and build up.
Does beard oil help beard growth? Beard oil doesn’t make extra hair grow, but healthy, itch-free skin does help you get through the growth phase, and the hair that grows looks stronger and fuller.
Can I use beard oil on my face too? Yes, the oil is meant for the skin under your beard. Just avoid your eyes.
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