Six Surprising Benefits Of Beard Oil

Your beard looks cool. That’s a given. But how does it feel? 

Itchy? Rough? Dry? Patchy? Does it have a distinct (re:offputting) odor?

Don’t worry, my bearded friend, you’re not alone. The beard is not to blame! If your face fuzz is becoming a buzzkill, we’ve got some great news for you: a little beard oil might be your cure-all. 

In this post, we’ll cover the common ailments of an unruly beard and discuss the dynamic nature of beard oil as your remedy. Discover what beard oil is and see some of the surprising benefits you can reap by adding this manly accouterment to your daily skincare regimen.

What is Beard Oil?

Beard oil is a mixture of carrier oil and essential oils that conditions and moisturizes your beard. It also moisturizes the skin beneath your beard, preventing dry, flaky skin - AKA the dreaded “beardruff.”

1. Beard Itch Be Gone

Whether you’re a first-time beard botanist or seasoned beard vet, you know the ails of beard itch. If your beard itch has you ready to abandon ship and reach for the razor, beard oil has your back. 

The bottom line is: your face needs moisture and your face can only produce so much oil on it’s own. Your face needs a supplement. Beard oil supports your glorious grill blanket by moisturizing down to the roots, alleviating your itch and maintaining your fresh look. 

2. Banish the Beardruff

In the same lane as beard itch, beardruff is also the byproduct of overly dry skin. If you’re in a particularly cold or dry climate, make sure to find a hearty beard oil that will mitigate damage from the elements. Your beard deserves it. 

3. Contain the Mane

All beards are different, but they all have the propensity to become wild animals if left unchecked. Frequent application of beard oil will soften your wiry beard hair and make it easier to style.

4. Feel the Fullness

While beard oil has not been proven to stimulate or improve beard growth, it does provide your face with the fertile beard soil to cultivate the best beard you can grow. Essential oils like jojoba, coconut, and almond oil promote good skin health and keep your beard looking full. 

5. Prevent the Pimples

Many men use the beard as a way to hide bad skin (fun fact, count Brad Pitt and Robert Downey Jr. on that list). If you count yourself among these noble souls, consider, again, beard oil and its many benefits. 

Beard oil helps you improve your skin’s health with acne-fighting ingredients like coconut oil - a natural anti-inflammatory, capable of reducing the redness of blemishes. Additionally, almond sweet oil (popular in many beard oils) acts as an exfoliant, removing dry skin and promoting the regeneration of new skin cells.

6. Nicer for the Nose  

It’s not a revelation - beards are hair. Just like the hair on the top of your head (and the rest of your body) it can retain certain odors. Using beard oil ensures that the odors it retains are pleasant and non-repelling. With plenty of scents to choose from, you’re sure to find a fragrance that suits your style and has everyone asking what you do to stay so fresh.  

Care for the Beard and the Beard Will Care for You

Looking good means feeling good. If you’ve got an itchy beard, beardruff, (imposing) beard smell, or any of the other issues mentioned in this post, reach for some beard oil, reap all the benefits, and get your beard looking and feeling the best it possibly can. Your beard will surely thank you for it. 

Author Bio

Brent Kraus is a father and business owner, based in Tampa, FL. When he’s not waiting in line to pick up his daughter from school, he is running The Ella Bing Haberdashery, a men’s accessories store. Founded in 2012 strictly online as an ecommerce site, the business grew to a brick and mortar location in 2017. Now, Brent can engage with his clients in person while maintaining a bespoke brand online.