Is An Itchy Beard Worth It

[Rossi320]

Trying to grow our some facial hair...(like a high schooler) can't seem to get past the itching phase....maybe I should just go with a mustache

 

[Sigmund]

Its more of an issue in the summer. Give it a try later.

 

[boston]

Nope. If it's not fun, don't do it. I've got one, but I'm mostly bald and I needed something to comb.

 

[SBC]

I wear a longish beard these days (currently 6"), and have periodically been irritated by itchy skin and even "beardruff." I've got it figured out now:

(1) Shampoo the beard with "Nizoral." It costs a bit more than regular shapoos but if you use just the moderate amount that you need, it lasts a long time.

(You have to rub it into the skin and give it a couple minutes there before washing it out.)

(2) Shampoo the beard with this as frequently as necessary. If once a week doesn't cut it, go to twice a week. If twice a week doesn't cut it, go to every-other day. In an extreme case (probably unnecessary) do it every day. It will work, you just need to systematically increase frequency until you dial in the right interval for your face.

(3) Never fail to apply beard oil after every shower (or any other time your beard gets wet), while the beard is still damp (not dripping, but still a bit damp). The oil is both for the hairs and for the skin -- make sure to rub it into the skin a bit, especially where you get itchy.

(If you want a pre-made oil, Honest Amish is about the best bang-for-buck. I make my own and I'm happy to share my recipe if anybody cares.)

Hope this helps!

Scott

 

[abecox]

I've found that it only itches for a little bit as its coming in and as you get used to it it itches less. I have to keep mine pretty trim because I have to wear a facemask for work pretty regularly but all of what @SBC said above is relevant, keep it washed and oiled and it'll feel and look real good.

 

[Waning Embers]

Facial hair leaches oil from your skin. Rub some coconut oil into your face.

 

[Sobrbiker]

I’m limited to a goatee, but have only been without it for one time since the mid nineties. My late elder brother could never grow more than a Shaggy (Scooby Doo) tuft on his chin
I’ve tried to go “full” but even if it were filled in, I don’t think I could get past the neck itch stage.
I agree on beard oil (my buddy makes what I use) but only use it monthly if that.

 

[BingBong]

Never had an issue, but then, I only use Pears® soap, yes you read that right, Pears® with mint extracts, the translucent blue marvel leaving my face and beard minty fresh! That's it, Pears®

*not sponsored in any way. Where's my £, guys? C'mon...

 

[didimauw]

I'd rather have pain, than an itch.

Im a scratcher. And if it hurts, then it doesn't itch.

 

[The Benedictine]

I enjoy my goatee. Some beard shampoo and beard oil keeps the itch away.

 

[anotherbob]

if you can't grow one it's best to not pretend you can.

 

[Old_Newby]

I figured it out also. Every time it itches pull the hairs on the back of your neck really hard. You will forget it’s itching.

 

[Hillcrest]

Shampoo your beard at same time as hair. Use conditioner as well preferably all natural like Paul Mitchell Awapuhi; the 'leave in' conditioner can also be used as a skin moisturizer without adverse effect. Some use it for shaving as well.

 

[Auxsender]

I use Cetaphil soap and Cera Ve lotion. Works like a charm.

 

[RPK]

At a minimum of one shower per day I shampoo both my hair and my beard with a shampoo thats a shampoo plus conditioner (a generic CVS brand) and I have never had an issue with it itching. I have had a shorter beard for 15+ years and early last year started using Viking Brand shampoo a conditioner and beard oil maybe 2 to 3 times a week which does make my beard seem a bit softer. From what I have read, using beard oil is supposed to be very healthy for your beard and skin.

 

[Gabby Hayes]

Trying to grow our some facial hair...(like a high schooler) can't seem to get past the itching phase....maybe I should just go with a mustache

The itching will subside with a little time. A lot of fellows can’t make it through what I call the ugly phase and just give up. But as others have mentioned, you should invest in some quality beard products as it will help a great deal. Beard on my Dude. lol

 

[Pypkė]

It will itch. Then you get used to it, and it itches less. Once you actually get a beard going, follow all the good beard-care advice here.

I have very oily skin and my beard gets oiled naturally, but the same oily skin traps dirt and scruff - beards need a wash even if it is just water rinse. Some of the tips here are not ideal for oily skin people, but keep clean one way or another.

 

[Sig]

if you can't grow one it's best to not pretend you can.

This is the camp im in.
I can grow a great goatee, but a beard is out of the question. In 2023 I had hair down mid back, and a 12 inch goatee. I was miserable but did it just because all my buddies are bald, so I wanted to rub it in that I have a full head of luxurious hair.
Then our friends 23 year old daughter told me to NEVER cut my hair.....because it looked "awesome".
One day I took the clippers to it all....and disappointed the young ladies.

 

[anotherbob]

the big question for to answer if it's worth it, is well what's the finished product look like?

 

[anotherbob]

This is the camp im in.
I can grow a great goatee, but a beard is out of the question. In 2023 I had hair down mid back, and a 12 inch goatee. I was miserable but did it just because all my buddies are bald, so I wanted to rub it in that I have a full head of luxurious hair.
Then our friends 23 year old daughter told me to NEVER cut my hair.....because it looked "awesome".
One day I took the clippers to it all....and disappointed the young ladies.

man I can grow a beard. Takes a month to get full and in need of a trim. It's actually annoying as I get five o''clock shadow at around five p.m..