Beard care step by step.

A well-groomed beard doesn’t need ten products – just the right ones, in the right order. Our salon routine and beard care kits you can start with right away.

Man with a grey beard shaping it with his fingers at the window of an old apartment

Our salon routine

1. Wash
Two or three times a week with a mild beard shampoo. Regular hair shampoo often strips the skin on your face too much.
2. Oil
Massage two or three drops of beard oil into your still slightly damp beard, right down to the skin.
3. Shape
For unruly or longer beards, a little beard balm for hold and shape.
4. Comb
Detangle and shape with a beard comb; for a short beard, a brush is enough.
5. Trim
Every one to two weeks with a beard trimmer, and tidy the edges with a razor if needed.

Beard care kits we recommend

1Aovshey Beard Care Kit

Complete for beginners

Aovshey Beard Care Kit

According to the seller, it includes shampoo, oil, balm, a brush, comb, scissors and a shaping template. That gives you everything for the first few months, and you’ll find out which products you actually use.

What we like

  • Everything in one pack
  • Template helps with even edges

Keep in mind

  • Individual products not pro quality
2Brooklyn Soap Company Ultimate Beard Box

Natural cosmetics

Brooklyn Soap Company Ultimate Beard Box

Beard shampoo, beard oil, beard wax, a face and beard cream and a vegan brush – natural cosmetics made in Germany, according to the manufacturer. There are no scissors, but the care products are higher quality.

What we like

  • Natural cosmetics
  • Face and beard cream included

Keep in mind

  • No scissors
  • Pricier than basic kits
3Beard Care Kit with Scissors and Brush

Multi-piece gift

Beard Care Kit with Scissors and Brush

A multi-piece kit with balm, oil, shampoo, a comb, a boar bristle brush and beard scissors. Handy as a gift or if you shape your beard yourself at home.

What we like

  • Lots of accessories
  • Natural bristle brush

Keep in mind

  • Scent won’t suit everyone
4L’Oréal Men Expert Barber Club Beard Care Set

Back to basics

L’Oréal Men Expert Barber Club Beard Care Set

Shampoo, oil and a styling product from a well-known high-street brand that you can restock anywhere. Just right if you don’t want ten products in your bathroom.

What we like

  • Easy to restock
  • Simple basic routine

Keep in mind

  • No tools included
5Brooklyn Soap Company Whiskey Beard Care Set

As a gift

Brooklyn Soap Company Whiskey Beard Care Set

Beard soap and beard oil with a whiskey scent – natural cosmetics, according to the manufacturer. The oil absorbs to a matte finish and doesn’t make your beard look greasy. A lovely gift for anyone who already has the tools.

What we like

  • Distinctive scent
  • Matte finish

Keep in mind

  • Only two products

What we look for in beard care

Ingredients
Mild surfactants in the shampoo, light plant oils in the oil, beeswax or plant wax in the balm. If your skin is sensitive, choose fragrance-free products.
Scent
Beard products sit right under your nose all day. Choose a scent that goes with your fragrance – or a neutral one.
Kit or single products
Kits are an affordable way in. If you already know what you need, buying individually is better.
Tools
Sharp beard scissors and a smooth comb matter more than lots of tubs.

Frequently asked questions

What should a good beard care kit include?

At least beard shampoo, beard oil and a comb or brush. Balm and scissors make sense as your beard gets longer.

At what length does a beard need care?

Even stubble benefits from a drop of oil against itching. From about a centimetre in length, beard shampoo, a comb and regular trimming are worth it.

How often should I wash my beard?

Two or three times a week with beard shampoo; on the other days, water is enough. Washing too often dries out the skin.

Does beard care help with a patchy beard?

Care makes your beard softer and more even, but it won’t grow new hairs. The right cut can visually disguise gaps – something we’re happy to discuss in the salon.