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The LumberJack

MANSCAPING

Now that you might have an idea of what style of beard you’re into, all we have to do is
get you ready to take care of business. For that, you’ll need a set of grooming scissors, a hair
comb or brush and maybe even an electric trimmer - depending on your desired style of
mane. Once you’ve got the gear, you’re going to need some upkeep. Washing your beard
will be the easy part, simply use your regular shampoo. As for oils and conditioners, well
we’re going to tell you everything you need to know to keep your beard looking 100%

awesome, ALWAYS!

WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN BEARD CONDITIONERS
Many principles of typical hair conditioning still apply here, so for instance, if you really wanted to, you could
use your regular conditioner because after all, hair is hair right? The idea of buying a conditioner specifically
for your beard means giving your beard the proper attention it needs. Just remember, conditioners and oils
are not the same thing, but we’ll get into oils later, for now, here are a few things to keep in mind when buying
a beard conditioner.

The thickness of your beard something a lot softer, maybe even a general
Simply put, the thicker the hair, the stronger all-purpose conditioner. The best type of
the conditioner you’ll need. Conditioners are conditioner to choose is organic, or at least one
not just there to help maintain and improve the with as few chemicals as possible. If you’re
quality of your hair, they serve a dual purpose prone to itching, or dry skin then find a
of also softening and adding texture. Avoid conditioner that has an added moisturizer and
two-in-one shampoo ‘with’ conditioner consider trying different conditioners until you
products and rather go for the leave-in find the one that is right for your type of skin.
conditioner that rinses off.
Your age
Your desired scent As you get older things start to change -

Most, if not all grooming products have obviously. So while when you’re in your 20a it’s
some kind of infused scent. You can opt to easy to add a handful of soap, wash, rinse and
choose a conditioner that will leave you with a be on your way, but as you get older you’ll need
scent that will compliment your own, be it to carefully take care of your beard to keep it in
citrus, woody or musk. Also, there are loads of tip-top shape. The best type of conditioner to
unscented conditioners as well. The best time choose for the long-haul is one that’s (as)
to focus on the fragrance of your conditioner is organic (as possible), is a leave-in, will
if you plan to use a non-scented oil (or no oil at moisturize your skin and add sheen and volume
all) - or you could do one better and choose an to your beard.
oil that further adds to the aroma of your
conditioner. Here, it’s all about your personal Ingredients to look for
preference more than anything else. Keep a keep out the good ingredients like
Your skin type jojoba and argan oil which will help soften your
It’s very important to consider the current beard while also giving it a bit of shine. As you
condition of your skin and if you’re prone to learn more about what best suits you, we’re
irritation - particularly from grooming sure you’ll find your one favorite conditioner in
products. If you have sensitive skin then go for no time!

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