In the past decade, men’s
facial hair has evolved from a money-saving ruse (the rise of the beard ran in
conjunction with the global economic recession) into the ultimate style
accessory.
Facial hair is cheap,
versatile, and adaptable. It can change the shape of a man’s face and
completely alter his look. A scattering of whiskers can make a baby face look
older, draw attention away from thinning hair.
Moreover, it provides an
opportunity for a man to express his inner self, in ways his attire cannot.
Only one question remains:
what are the best beard styles?
Arm yourself with one of
Afra’s trimmer kits and read on. This guide covers everything, from how to rock
a smattering of stubble to taming a full-on grizzly beard.
Stubble
More than any other facial
style, stubble is the easiest to cultivate; all you need to do is to stop
shaving for a few days. It’s also the simplest style to maintain and the one
that suits most face shapes.
Stubble is perfect for guys
with baby faces and adds a sense of maturity and ruggedness. It’s the ideal
option for those who struggle to grow thick, full beards. It also tends to make
weak jaws look stronger and covers up imperfections like acne scars and uneven
pigmentation.
It’s a beard style for all
occasions, either in the office, or in a bar. Keep it neat and trimmed but keep
an eye on the length! Too short and you’ll look like you overslept. Too long
and you’ll just look scruffy.
Goatee
The goatee is a stylish cut
that can be achieved with little effort. This style has long been associated
with rock stars, intellectuals and those with an individualist streak.
In plain terms, a goatee is
any style that features only hair above the lip and on the chin. Some
variations connect the two to create a frame for the mouth, opening up options
for those with artistic flair. Goatees are also perfect if you struggle to grow
a full beard or find that when you do it’s patchy and uneven.
Goatees look especially good
on slim, angular faces (provided they do not grow too long) and can make a
round face look slightly slimmer. While they look great on those with short
hair, they are best paired with long, slightly disheveled hair.
Short Beard
A short beard is more
understated and versatile than a full beard. It’s less wild and neater, making
it a perfect office-friendly style. By keeping it tidy, but not overly preened,
a short beard works well alongside a suit during the working day as it does down
the pub at the weekend.
Short beards will suit most
face shapes, provided they are neatly trimmed. The angles can be trimmed and
adjusted to emphasize certain facial features and downplay others.
If in doubt, ask a barber to
tend to your beard with your next trim, then keep up the shape at home.
Full Beard
Unlike other styles, growing a
full beard is much harder than it looks. The fuller the beard, the more time
and maintenance it requires and the more problems you’re likely to encounter.
The full beard is the most
difficult style to sport. Guys with oval faces find that this style suits them
well, with little effort. However, for any other face shape, some creative
trimming is needed to ensure it flatters.
By keeping the sides slightly
longer, slim, angular jaws and narrow faces can be softened and rounded out.
While round faces can be elongated by growing the hair at the chin longer and
keeping the sides shorter.
A full beard is most ideal for
bald men, as it provides a dramatic contrast that’s sure to turn heads.
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The trimmer is a useful rechargeable hair clipper that allows you to easily cut women's hair. It is a complete solution for hair and face care for every woman.
If you want to cut your hair to specific lengths or to create straight cutting lines, then the clipper is the best choice for you. Conversely, if you want to cut the hair in hard-to-reach areas or treat sensitive areas, such as the face and sensitive areas of the body, then the trimmer is the best choice for you.
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