So, a full beard isn’t enough? Then buckle up, my friends, because it’s time to introduce you to the yeard. Yes, the yeard – which as its name suggests – is a year’s worth of facial hair growth without trimming or shaping. The goal is to see how long your beard can grow in 12 months but at that point it may have also turned into a hobby. So be it. The yeard came into its own a couple of years ago and, for some beardsmen, it’s a kind of beard that separates the men from the boys. While that’s a matter of personal opinion, there is something to be said for throwing caution to the wind while letting your facial hair take on a life of its own. It’s not for everyone, including your boss or...
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How to Grow an Epic Beard It’s no secret that the beard has become a sort of male fashion accessory in recent years. For many of us, a truly epic beard may be out of reach, but if you’re one of the lucky ones that has his sights set on growing one, here are a few grooming tips to help you on your way. If you want to learn how to grow a beard, follow the steps below. Commit To Growing a Beard Growing a beard isn’t for the faint of heart and requires quite a bit of commitment from those considering sporting one. If you’ve been shaving your entire life, or maybe sporting a bit of stubble on occasion, growing a beard is a different experience altogether. For one, unless you happen to grow...
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Women can style their look in myriad ways, but men have limited options. But try experimenting with the beard- a style statement that's emerging as a big trend. From getting the trimming right to maintaining the perfect shape, one can get a perfect beard quite easily- but with a dash of patience, preparation and care, says celebrity hairstylist Asgar Saboo, who has styled Bollywood actor Hrithik Roshan and top models including Cindy Crawford. Timing is key:There is a time when you first start to grow your beard where the hair are emerging rather unevenly and you are not left with the most attractive of looks. The best option would be to use an electric shaver to trim the longer patches of...
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The average beard grows at a rate of half a millimeter per day and is comprised of an average of 25,000 individual hairs. While ethnicity, hormone levels and your overall health also play roles in the health and vigor of your beard, lack of proper grooming can cause skin irritation, damaged hair and an unkempt appearance. If you want to grow a luxurious beard but have always shaved in frustration after a few days or you just can’t seem to tame your facial hair, here are some tips for getting the look you want. Familiarize Yourself with Beard Styles There is a huge array of facial hair styles you can consider that fall under the ‘beard’ terminology. Many men give up in...
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Here’s something you probably missed in history class: Abraham Lincoln’s famous beard wouldn’t exist if it weren’t for an 11 year-old girl. Seriously. While on his campaign trail, 11 year-old Grace Bedell wrote future president Abraham Lincoln a letter saying that his face was thin and that “growing whiskers” would help him get more votes. “All the ladies like whiskers,” Grace said in her letter. “They would tease their husbands to vote for you and then you would be President.” Abraham Lincoln, if you did not know, went on to become the sixteenth President of the United States, the face of the U.S. penny and five-dollar bill and one of the famous bearded men in history, so maybe Grace was...
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