How To Take Care Of Your Beard During The Summer Heat

It seems like every modern man’s dream is to have a beard that beats all other beards. The full-bodied beard we all know and love wasn’t all that popular a decade or two ago. But with the resurgence of facial hair in modern aesthetics, beauty trends, and popular hipster-esque styles, crafting your beard to perfection has become its own cherished art form.

The perfect beard must be soft, well-maintained, and sleek with sharp angles. So, how does a man take care of his beard when the summer sun is beating down on it, zapping precious moisture out of each hair follicle? After months of growing, styling, and maintaining your beloved beard, the last thing you want to do is shave away all that hard work when summer rolls around—the solution: beard oil.

Beard Oil Protects & Nourishes Your Beard in the Summer

The summer sun naturally damages facial hair—even regular head hair. To combat sun damage and keep your beard cuddle-worthy, protection and nourishment are a must. Beat the heat with your favorite beard oil.

Beard oil is a magical concoction sent from the beard gods themselves. Its primary ingredients involve a mixture of essential oils, nutrients, and hydration that are vital for maintaining facial hair health. Every oil is made differently, so check the ingredients before choosing your go-to brand.

How to Apply and Make the Most Out of Your Beard Oil

Before you start slathering on the product in hopes of a cashmere-soft feel and uber-protective shield, follow the simple—but strategic—tips below for applying and making the most out of your favorite beard oil.

• Start with Warm Skin (Open Pores)
  For the beard oil to absorb correctly, your skin must be primed and ready to go. That means taking a nice warm shower (or washing your face with warm water) should be where you start first. The heat from the water will prep your pores, opening them to allow the oil to seep in and work its magic.
• Completely Dry Your Face
  After prepping your skin and before applying your favorite beard oil, make sure your face is completely dry. Pat it dry—don't rub—to absorb excess water. Why is this step important? Oil and water do not mix.
• Pump the Oil Into Your Hand
  One pump of oil might be enough, so start there. If you are working with a lot of hair, another pump may be necessary. Never apply the oil directly to your beard; it will look greasy and unevenly distributed.
• Massage the Oil Gently Onto the Face
  Rub those hands together and work the beard oil onto your face, gently massaging the product into the skin under your beard and all over that beautiful fluff. If you pumped too much oil into your hand, rub the excess onto your chest, arms, or through the tips of your head-hair.
• Finally, Brush Your Beard
  Last but not least, use your special beard brush to distribute the oil evenly throughout your hair and create a full, soft, tame finished product.

Beard oil is an essential product for any man to have in his grooming arsenal. It makes facial hair feel, smell, and look better while protecting it from breakage, itchiness, dandruff, and sun damage during the summer.