Throughout history and in different cultures according to the beard gurus, men with facial hair were attributed wisdom, sexual potency or a high social status, but also the lack of hygiene or refinement and a disposition eccentric In some religions men should wear full beards. The ancient Greeks considered the beard as a symbol or sign of virility, and had acquired an almost sanctified meaning. It was only shaved as a sign of mourning. The Spartans, who showed signs of cowardice, were punished by the shaving of their beards.
Currently, facial hair has points in favor and against. For example, some say that with a beard men tend to look older, moody or even more aggressive than a shaved man.
According to some friends, the beard makes you more intimidating in front of rivals of the same sex. Aesthetically it is beneficial for those men who do not have a big jaw or have a small jaw since it creates harmony in the face compensating the defects. In addition, it is a style that is fashionable. There are many celebrities who wear beards today. You should try the beard and then decide, but keep in mind that having a beard means care and spending more money than shaving, since you have to visit the barber regularly.
- When you start to let your beard grow, you can pass as careless, so try to start this process during the holiday period.
- When the beard is already becoming noticeable, the skin of your face begins to itch a lot. Avoid constant scratching as it can irritate the skin and cause ingrown hairs or other infections that can eventually inhibit the growth of the beard. Buy at the nearest pharmacy a cream, there are many that are used at night before sleeping and help refresh.
- In the first three or four weeks of growth of the beard, do not shave at all. Not all facial hair grows at the same time and in a few weeks the hair of the beard is going to get thicker, allowing you to shape the style of beard you want more easily.
- When you manage to let your beard grow, it’s time to choose a good style that goes according to your personality and type of face.
- You can do the style yourself, but if you want it to be perfect, turn to a professional barber because it has the tools and experience to make it fit.