Tag: beard condition

Categories
General Wellness

Beard Oil? What the?

My husband is a strong and fearless warrior.  So when I suggested we make a beard oil for him and a few of his friends… I received some pushback..

But as road warriors, we know many men with beards and if you have a beard, there really shouldn’t be any debate as to whether you should use beard oil or not. Why? Well I hope to help you understand that better here…

So, before we get in the how let’s discuss the why.  Why you should use beard oil on that great-looking, manly, beard of yours.

Another way to look at it is this: You own your bike, RV, boat, or car, and are particularly proud of it. Would you neglect it, not polish it? Let it get chipped, rusty and dented? Of course you wouldn’t.

Taking proper care of your beard is a more involved process than simply keeping it trimmed. You need to shampoo it. You should brush it with the right kind of brush, such as a boar’s head brush. You should put beard balm on it.

And, you need to use beard oil. Your beard – and those who have grown very fond of it – will thank you for it.

That said, let’s take a closer look at beard oil and its magic.

1. WHAT IS BEARD OIL?

Beard oil is one of the most important tools in your toolbox for keeping your beard healthy, clean, and looking great.

It’s one of the game-changers when it comes to having a beard that looks well-maintained and pleasing to look at, or a beard that looks like you just forgot to shave for the past several months. It takes some time, effort and patience to grow a beard that looks like a well-manicured landscape.

And it takes beard oil.

Put simply, beard oil is cosmetic oil specifically designed for the beard. Using it regularly will make your beard healthier, fuller and more manageable.

When you apply it to your beard, the skin underneath will all but give you a standing ovation because you’re providing it with much-needed nutrients that help your beard become all that it can be.

While you might think of beard oil as being the shampoo for your beard, it’s more complicated than that. Beard oil should be part of your daily regimen which also includes soap, deodorant, and shampoo. And once you use it, you’ll wonder what took you so long. You’ll realize that the use of beard oil has taken off in recent years and that you’ve been overdue for joining the ride.

BREAKING IT DOWN

To get a bit more scientific, beard oil is designed to act like the natural oils produced by the skin. Beard oils are a blend of one or more ingredients, such coconut oil, jojoba oil, grape seed oil, and so forth. They’re usually scented with a variety of masculine scents ranging from sweet to bitter. Some come unscented, but the scented ones – others might tell you – smell pretty darn good.

BEARD OILS ARE NOT NEW

Beard oil has been traced at least as far back as our rugged North American Wilderness Discovering predecessors, who needed to figure out a way to keep their beards moisturized and looking good while living in harsh climates.

It became commercially available, by most accounts, in the 1930s. But data shows that it didn’t become available online until 2006. So you could say we’re riding a wave of beard oil popularity like no other.

You can find beard oil already made here

2. BENEFITS OF BEARD OIL

The benefits of beard oil are many. That includes, of course, keeping your beard looking and smelling good. It’s what you use if you really want to take care of your beard.

BEARD OIL BENEFIT #1

For starters, beard oil moisturizes your hair follicles and the skin beneath it. If you ride, or are exposed to the weather in cold or frequently windy environments, then you understand how your beard can become dry and brittle. Protecting this part of your face with hydration is essential to prevent that brittleness, as well as to prevent flaking, dryness, itchiness and beardruff.  Think of it as oiling your saddle bags or conditioning your jacket.

BEARDRUFF?

Beardruff is dandruff that can form on your beard just like dandruff forms on your head. If you don’t keep the skin beneath your beard supplied with nutrients, it will eventually dry up and produce flakes. And no one wants that.

The ideal beard is meant to look shiny and groomed, not flaky, dusty and shaggy. Think of it another way. Would you shave your hair off just because you have a dry, itchy, flaky scalp. No, you’d treat it with the right shampoo and conditioner, just like you’d treat your beard with beard oil rather than shave it off.

BEARD OIL BENEFIT #2

Using scented beard oil makes your beard smell good, just like shampoo makes your head smell good. Just think of scents such as cedarwood, sandalwood, citrus, vanilla and even tobacco. Having a beard can be a bit more refined than just giving you that man-from-the-woods look (and scent).

BEARD OIL BENEFIT #3

Since these beard oil benefits aren’t listed in any order of importance – fact is, they’re all important. And who wouldn’t want to keep a tool around that helps you look good? Using beard oil will not only give your beard a nice sheen but will also leave you with a fuller, more manageable mane.

3. DOSAGE AND STYLING

Let’s move on to some of the finer points of beard oil and your beard.

THE LONGER THE BEARD, THE GREATER THE NEED

The longer your beard becomes, the more you need beard oil. Exposure to wind and sun and the weather in general, will dry your beard and make it prone to breakage.

That tight, clean look of your beard can start to wane as you advance to further stages of its growth. Using beard oil can help smooth out your beard and keep it under control. 

By keeping your beard hair healthy and pliable, you’ll decrease the need for combing and grooming in general. Make your beard work for you, not the other way around.

BEARD OIL & STYLING

There are many different looks and styles when it comes to beard. If you’re shooting for a particular one, beard oil is your friend, because it can help you encourage those stubborn hairs to move in the direction you desire.

Trust us, you don’t want to use hair spray on your beard. No, no, no. Or, maybe you just want to tone down the frizzy look your beard may present you with. Beard oil will be there for you. It will even help bring out the natural color of your beard.

4. THE HOW OF IT

Now that you’ve taken the leap and decided, as you should, that beard oil will be a vital part of your daily grooming regimen; you’ll want to know how to use it properly.

WHEN TO APPLY IT

The best time to apply beard oil is after you’ve washed it. This usually means after showering, of course, and it’s a time when the pores of your skin and hair follicles are open and can easily absorb the oil. Again, if you live in a colder climate, letting your beard oil fully absorb into the skin and hair is imperative.

HOW TO APPLY IT

First, towel-dry your beard to get rid of the leftover moisture from your shower; after all, water and oil don’t mix. But do leave it slightly damp so that the oil will replace the water and thus allow the hair follicle to absorb more oil.

Applying beard oil need not be a complicated process, especially once you get the hang of it.

Next, apply a few drops into your palm and gently massage it into your beard. Be sure that you rub it in all the way down to the skin, especially if you’re trying to treat dry skin (and the dreaded beardruff).

No matter what, however, you should make sure that the oil is thoroughly and evenly distributed throughout your beard. After you’ve applied it, you can comb, brush or otherwise style it in whatever way you like.

Doing this daily, or even twice daily depending on what beard issue you may face, will help keep your beard looking its best.

WHAT TO APPLY: HOMEMADE BEARD OIL INGREDIENTS

Each ingredient in this beard oil recipe has a purpose (and makes it smell awesome!)

The oil base (I used apricot oil because it is what I had on hand and it’s pretty inexpensive) helps to moisturize and tame the beard.

Vitamin E oil is very nourishing for your skin and promotes the growth of healthy hair.

Melaleuca or Tea Tree essential oil will help heal any tiny cuts from the razor around the edges of the beard – and also helps to maintain cleanliness as it has disinfecting properties.

Cedarwood essential oil is known for it’s soothing and anti-inflammatory properties. This is great for a beard that might be irritating or itchy sometimes (especially growing one back out after a shave.)

Lavender essential oil is another great addition to this beard oil because it is relaxing and promotes healthy hair growth. It also helps to remove any bacteria from the area which will ward off infections from razor cuts.

While all of these ingredients have a purpose in this recipe, the essential oil combination smells awesome (and pretty manly.)

Personally, I prefer to use 2oz amber dropper bottles to store this homemade beard oil and this size works perfectly for the labels I created.

DIY BEARD OIL RECIPE

INGREDIENTS

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Fill the dropper bottle up 3/4 of the way with the oil base you chose.

  2. Add in 2-3 drops of each essential oil.

  3. Fill the bottle the rest of the way with vitamin E oil.

  4. Make sure to leave enough space so the dropper top can fit on without any spillage.

 If you don’t already have these amazing essential oils in you tool box you can become a wholesale member with doTERRA on our Healthy, Happy, and Strong team JOIN Now and Save.   Reference Enroller ID # 2923893   – And order your introductory enrollment kit called the Family Essentials Kit.

Family Essentials Kit: (5 mL bottles)

Lavender, Lemon, Peppermint, Melaleuca, Oregano, Frankincense, Deep Blue®, doTERRA Breathe®, DigestZen®, doTERRA On Guard®

 

Also included if you  JOIN Now and Save

Peppermint Beadlets, doTERRA On Guard® Beadlets, Wellness Advocate Introductory Packet

Your Enrollment price of $ 150.00 will include your $35 wholesale membership for a year and offers additional incentives. (other enrollment options available)

 

 Be Healthy, Happy, and Strong!

Joe & Jen

November, 2016 – Open Road Essentials

Credits:

Domen Hrovatin March 10, 2016 Facial Hair, Grooming, Guides And How To’

DIY BEARD OIL RECIPE – July 30, 2015 By Karissa

organicfacts.net/health-benefits/essential-oils/health-benefits-of-cedar-wood-essential-oil.html