Ahh, the beard. The timeless sign of true manliness and rugged individualism. Think through the annals of history's greatest leaders and thinkers, and you are bound to find their faces hidden beneath a strong mane. Beards both short and long have been worn by both the wise (Gandalf) and the strong (Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius).
"Wow, sounds like this article was written by someone with a beard."
Love them or hate them, beards are quickly coming back in vogue (did they ever truly leave?), and many myths are floating in popular culture that keep many from taking on the challenge of growing one themselves.
Let's break down a few of the most common myths about beards:
Beards Are Nasty Bacteria Habitats
The first beard myth isn't actually a complete myth. We've all seen that one bearded fellow who looks like they have a furry friend or two burrowing deep inside. Yet a beard does not guarantee a gross face full of last week's crumbs. A well-kept beard that is frequently washed and treated with oils and products can be just as healthy as the head on your hair! There are a variety of oils, lotions, and other beard-specific products that can help ensure that a beard is fresh—no matter the length.
Struggle With A Patchy Beard? Just Shave More!
Anyone who has dealt with the dreaded 5 o'clock shadow can attest to the sense that the more you shave, the more your facial hair grows. So shouldn't the same hold true for developing a thicker, healthier beard?
Unfortunately, no. Thickness is directly related to a variety of reasons—including uncontrollable ones such as genetics and hormones. In fact, the more you shave, the less your face will be used to growing longer, healthier facial hair. If you wonder if your beard can genuinely come in strong, perhaps leave the razor well alone and let time take care of the rest.
Beard = Attractive
While having a beard may make you feel manly and robust, there is no guarantee having a facial mane will land you a date with just anyone. So much more goes into attraction than simply having great hair—including personality, social awareness, and general impressiveness. Don't rest your laurels on your beard, but do make every effort to keep your facial hair clean and healthy with a variety of products designed specifically for facial hair. Even if your personality is rough, at least your face will be soft to the touch!
Leave The Myth & Grow A Legendary Beard with The Semper Fi Beard
Interested in learning more about beards, or desiring to find help in your own beard journey? At The Semper Fi Beard, we proudly offer industry-leading beard oils made from the highest quality carrier and essential oils designed to replace the natural oils you lose as your beard grows. These oils, alongside moisturizing the skin underneath the beard with our beard oil, eliminate beard itch, beard dandruff, and irritation of the skin underneath your beard, promoting healthy beard growth.
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