Most guys believe they must shave their beard before summer hits—but don’t grab those clippers yet. You can still rock a full beard regardless of how hot it gets. In fact, your beard plays an important role in protecting your skin during the summer heat. There are, however, some steps you should take to keep your beard looking its best, no matter how sweaty you get.
Did You Know Your Beard Can Help Keep You Cool?
Your beard doesn’t just make you look cool—it helps keep you cool, too. Our bodies are regulated through evaporative cooling, which is just a fancy way of saying we absorb heat to cool down. The air that moves through your beard can help with this process and create shade for your face and neck. Pretty cool, huh?
Three Essentials for Your Summer Beard
1. Clean
Spending more time outside means more time spent cleaning your beard. Things like sweat, dirt, debris, and bug spray all cling to your beard, eventually creating bad-smelling bacteria.
Make sure you’re regularly cleansing and washing your beard with a quality beard wash like Blessed Men’s Refreshing Beard Wash. This wash removes dirt, grime, and oil buildup from your beard, keeping it fresh, clean, and ready for the day.
2. Hydrate
You’re probably wondering why ‘hydrate’ is on here when you’re already spending plenty of time in the water. But here’s the thing: sun, heat, and chlorine can dry out your beard, resulting in damaged ends and the dreaded beard itch.
Keep your beard hydrated all summer long with beard oil. Blessed Men’s Nourishing Beard Oil is formulated with essential oils and vitamins, giving your beard a much-needed boost of hydration. And don’t forget to drink enough water throughout the day to prevent dehydration.
3. Brush
All that heat and humidity can wreck your beard if you don’t regularly brush. Invest in a nice beard brush and groom your beard daily to prevent unruliness. Otherwise, the excess heat and humidity may cause your beard to tangle easily.
You’ll be glad you took the extra time to brush your beard before heading out to that summer function.
Beard Care Tips for Summer Beards
Summer beard care doesn’t stop there. Keep your beard looking its best by following the three tips below.
Use Sunscreen
It doesn’t matter what time of the year it is; you should always wear sunscreen. That being said, the sun is shining its brightest during the summer.
The sun’s UV rays are harmful to your skin and beard, causing dryness and breakage. Maintain the health of your skin and beard by applying sunscreen to your face, as well as everywhere else.
Rinse After Swimming
Salt and chlorine will dry out your beard if you’re not rinsing it out after a swim. Rinse your beard after a day at the ocean or pool and follow up with a drop of beard oil. The beard oil will reintroduce hydration back into your beard, keeping it looking great and ready for that next beach date.
Moisturize
It’s easy for beards to become brittle during the summer, that’s why we recommend you moisturize often. Keep a bottle of beard oil on hand for when your beard needs a refresh and apply a few drops of it at night before you hit the bed. Follow up with Blessed Men’s Conditioning Beard Butter.
Opt For a Shorter Beard During the Summer
Still thinking about reaching for the clippers? Even though a longer beard adds better sun protection, a shorter beard is undeniably easier to maintain.
If you’re okay with cutting off some growth, go ahead and sport a shorter beard during the warmer months. Many guys choose to cut their beards short during the summer and will grow them out during the colder months.
Best Beard Styles for the Summer
You don’t have to stick with one beard style this summer. Some of the most popular styles men love include shorter boxed beards and goatees. Feeling like a change? Give your local barber a call and ask about one of the many styles we recommend for summer:
- Short Boxed Beard - Want that chiseled look? The boxed beard is a close-cut style that defines your jawbone. Plus, it’s one of the easiest beards to maintain.
- Scruff & Stubble Beard - If you’re a guy who is tired of beard grooming, you can trim your beard close for a stubbled appearance.
- Goatee - Got a ‘stache? A goatee may be your holy grail this summer. Ask your barber for a goatee and get ready for an influx of compliments this summer.
- Chin Strap - This style wraps around your jawline and chin. It’s low-maintenance and requires minimal hair growth.
Summer Beards Start With Blessed Men
Everyone’s beard is different, but the way you maintain your beard makes all the difference. Dive into summer with the help of Blessed Men’s products and get your whole routine at the click of a button, thanks to our beard care bundle.
There’s no better time to start taking care of your beard than now. Fill your cart and save big before summer hits.