How to Maintain a Healthy Beard

Beards are very fashionable and sought-after by men up and down the country. Growing a full and thick beard can give you the appearance you crave.

However, for some men, growing a beard, or even maintaining it, is easier than it is for others. As some people need help to do this, let’s explore the best ways for you to build and then maintain a good-looking beard.

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The fact of the matter is that each man will grow a beard differently. Some men can produce thick beards with no trouble, while other men’s facial hair could appear patchy.

If you’re able to develop a strong-looking beard, then great! You shouldn’t have too much issue with the growth side of things, but you’ll need to maintain it so that it looks in good shape and condition. 

In what ways can maintenance be achieved? We would certainly recommend a healthy diet and plenty of exercise as the foundations for hair growth. Research has shown that these two aspects of caring for yourself go a long way to supporting healthy strands growing. 

If you don’t feel that you get enough B vitamins in your diet, you should consider purchasing a Biotin supplement that adds this essential vitamin into your everyday routine. The signs are promising for Biotin concerning hair growth so this could work excellently for you. Crucial vitamins and nutrients are essential whether you can grow a strong beard now or not.

Equally as much as your scalp, your beard needs shampoo treatment too but it’s frequently forgotten by men. Use a high-quality shampoo to sufficiently wash your beard so it can remain clean and healthy.

Then there are beard oils; Organic choices of beard oils make the best choice because they’re less likely to irritate your skin as they possess no chemicals. They soothe the skin under your beard so that the hair follicles remain healthy.

How can Minoxidil help?

Sons has a range of products designed to fight hair loss but this isn’t strictly just for your scalp. Minoxidil could also work well for your beard, presenting you with more blood flow to the area and a greater level of oxygen so you can hopefully instigate growth in those regions.

This topical application can be put on the spaces of your beard where you want to see growth as the research looks strong on the subject. Always stick to the dosage your prescriber suggests and apply the formula every day so that the treatment works properly.

You’ll probably see the effects of the treatment start to occur within months of taking it so don’t be discouraged if it doesn’t make drastic changes immediately. If you begin to notice side effects, like redness or irritation, you should cease consuming the treatment and the problems will disappear.

For anything else on beards and hair loss in general, visit the Sons website.

All of our blog articles are reviewed for medical accuracy by our Medical Director before publication.

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