Published 16:15 IST, October 15th 2019
Beard straightening: Five natural and easy DIY tricks that you can try
If Beard straightening is a problem that is frustrating you, then here are DIY tips for beard straightening naturally. Check out to say bye to curly beards.
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Everyone can grow a beard, but only few know how to grow and groom their beards. Having an ungroomed beard can affect your appearance and hence. Causes of an unmanageable beard can be improper care, dryness and lack of grooming. Men who have curly beards are blessed with a choice to keep their beard curly or straighten it out. Men with straight beards, however, never get this benefit. Although curly beards create a desirable look, they also come with problems like tangles, hygiene, and texture.
Easy natural DIY ways for beard straightening
1. Regular grooming
Growing and maintaining a proper beard is no child’s play. You need to take care of the beard for it to flourish and give you that look you have always wanted. Taking care of your beard might seem easy but it is not. Here is how you can do it easily. Regular oiling, using a mild shampoo and conditioner as well as applying a beard oil is mandatory to keep it naturally straight and smooth.
2. Beard oil
A natural beard straightener, using beard oil will not only moisturise your facial hair, but will also give your skin some hydration. It will soften your beard and keep it tamed. An added benefit of beard oil is that apart from keeping your beard hydrated, it also helps you style it the way you want and keep it naturally straight.
3. The right beard brush
If you have a long and thick beard, investing in a good brush is a great idea. In order for them to remain naturally straight, you need to wash and condition your beard. Blow-dry your beard and use your comb to brush it downwards, simultaneously. Use some beard oil to set the look.
4. Natural beard balm
Beard balm is a styling and shaping aid as well as a leave-in beard conditioner. Beard straightening takes some extra time and effort from your side, as you need to regularly groom and style your beard. Using an all-natural beard balm, in this case, is quite useful. A good beard balm should moisturize your facial hair, provide hold for styling and make your beard look thicker. For best results, avoid beard balms that have synthetic ingredients like petroleum jelly in the ingredients as they may irritate your skin and damage facial hair.
5. A balanced diet
You need to change your dietary habits, if you want a naturally soft beard on your face. Regular intake of eggs, red meat, potatoes, orange juice, nuts and raisins help in blocking a hormone called dihydrotestosterone (DHT). This results in increased hair growth and a well-nourished beard.
10:00 IST, October 15th 2019