May 22, 2023

Beard Types: The Complete Guide to Choosing the Perfect Beard for You

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Beard type, like clothing and accessories, defines a person's style. Do you have a bohemian, casual look, or are you more of a double-breasted suit type? Do you enjoy a perfect mustache and beard, or are you a more hasty type, one who can't even spend five minutes in front of the mirror? Based on all this, and especially on your face shape, we'll help you choose the perfect beard style for you: there are so many beard types to choose from!

Beard for a square face

If you have a square face (your jaw forms an acute angle and the four measurements are similar), a good choice may be to keep your beard stubble to soften your angular features and round out your jaw.

So avoid square cuts with sharp angles. Instead, make sure the beard on your chin is rounded or, depending on your personal taste, even elongated.

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Beard for an oval or diamond-shaped face

The oval or diamond-shaped face is characterized by a greater width in the upper part ( cheekbones , forehead ) compared to the lower part (cheeks, chin ). The most suitable type of beard is one that can restore balance, filling in the thinness of the chin.

No to long beards and overly large moustaches (which would further widen the cheekbones), yes instead to short, thick beards on the cheeks and sides, leaving the area around the mouth a little freer.

Beard for round face

A round face is characterized by wide cheekbones , a broad jaw , and a small chin . The best beard for a round face is one that accentuates the length of the chin: short beards on the cheeks and longer ones on the chin, for example with a well-defined goatee.

If a goatee isn't for you, try a long but neat beard instead, with well-crafted corners to form as triangular a shape as possible.

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Beard for a triangular face

Finally, let's look at the best beard type for a triangular face, that is, a very pointed face. The goal in this case is to soften the prominent chin , so:

no to long beards only on the chin
yes to a short beard and a nice pair of moustaches
yes also to a medium-long beard, but well filled on the sides.

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Long beard models

The long beard ( Ducktail, French Fork, Old Dutch, Garibaldi, Full Beard, Hollywoodiana ), for some years now, has been a particular aspect of the image that many men focus on, because their appearance immediately takes on a discreet, old-fashioned virility .

A very long beard, especially if with a prominent moustache, is also a favorite among hipsters , as it goes very well with a very well-groomed bohemian look .

Hollywood Beard

Ducktail

Hipster Beard

Types of short beards

The short beard is the favorite type of beard among young men and athletes, because it is much easier to manage . Among the most popular types of short beards we find:

the Short Boxed Beard , short and well-groomed, which defines the sides of the face, the lips and the chin
his mustache-less version is called Klingon
the Balbo which only includes a moustache, short beard on the chin and no sideburns
the Chin Curtain instead is a strip of beard that outlines the face joining the sideburns
the Anchor, finally, consists of a thin line of beard on the chin and sides of the face

Short boxed beard

Chin strap beard

Unkempt beard

Goatee types as a valid alternative to beards

A goatee can be defined as a type of beard shaved on the sides of the face , which is grown only on the chin. The length varies, as do the styles:

There is the classic one, determined by a strip of beard that covers the entire area of the face under the lower lip, including the chin
The goatee is a thin line of beard that joins the lower lip to the chin
The Soul Patch is just a little square under the lower lip
The Rap Industry is a thin line of beard that surrounds the upper part of the mouth and the chin, forming a sort of circle

A goatee looks great on round faces , as it visually lengthens the facial features; however, it is definitely not recommended for square faces.

On the left is a Rap Industry-style goatee.

How to have a perfect beard?

Once you've chosen the right beard for your face shape, what can you do to keep it in good shape? For the "three-day" beard, there's not much you can do other than keep it shaved, while for long beards and various types of goatee, there are a few more steps to consider.

Here are some tips for always having a perfect beard:

Brush your beard at least twice a day
Use a razor every 2-3 days. A beard trimmer would be perfect to maintain the right length and a trimmer to outline the more particular cuts.
Wash it with specific gentle soaps such as American Crew Beard Foam Cleanser 70 ML / 2.30 FL.OZ

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Then apply a hydrating and nourishing balm cream , such as American Crew's Beard Balm, dabbing it with a warm cloth.

Then apply a specific oil to combat frizz and soften it, such as the Serum by American Crew.

Conclusions: The perfect beard type for your face

Let's summarize the main points about beard types :

short or medium-long, it suits almost all face shapes
However, the jaw of a square face can also be enhanced by a defined beard, short on the sides and longer on the chin
a round face, on the other hand, can be cleverly "elongated" by a cut that contours the sides of the face
a well-designed oval can accommodate any type of beard
while a triangular face will look more harmonious if you choose a type of beard that is long on the sides but short on the chin

And you , what type of beard do you have? Is it the best one for your face?