Smoothing your Beard: How to get frizzy Beard Hair under Control

Looking in the mirror in the morning doesn't promise a quick fix for everyone: Your beard hairs are sticking out and your beard is frizzy? We show you step by step how to smooth your beard hair and also how to optimally straighten a frizzy or curly beard.

Why is my beard curly?

First of all: why does it do that? Why is the beard curly? The reason lies in the hair follicles. Their growth determines in which direction a beard hair ultimately stands.

If you have symmetrical hair follicles, your beard hairs are smooth. If they are asymmetrical, your hair grows in a wavy, oval shape and contracts over time. This results in curls or a rather bushy beard.

If you don't take good care of your beard, even from symmetrical hair follicles, frizzy beard hairs can develop. If your hair is too dry and gets damaged, it curls up. By then, you should soften your beard.

Smoothing Beard Hair: How to Do It Right!

Care is crucial for a beard, whether smooth or curly. You have the choice between smoothing with or without heat. We have listed the best ways to get your beard smooth below:

Beard Oil

If you choose beard care without heat, you should have a good beard oil on hand. The oil makes the hair soft and supple and also provides it with nourishing substances. Particularly damaged hair looks healthier and more even as a result. If your beard hair is not too frizzy or not yet very long, the beard oil is especially suitable for you. It will make your beard smooth quickly and optimally care for it at the same time.

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Beard Balm

If you have strongly curled or frizzy hair, a beard balm is better. Its ingredients also care for the hair and make it look healthier and smoother. Unlike beard oil, beard balm adds structure to the hair. It is especially useful for shaping a longer beard.

Regular Brushing

Whether beard oil or beard balm, brush your beard regularly. We recommend our beard brushes from Störtebekker and use them ourselves daily. This way, you avoid your beard becoming tangled or bushy and can work the oil or balm more intensively into the hair structure with the brush.

Straightener

You can also effectively smooth your beard with a straightening brush. However, when buying a straightener for your beard, make sure to get a mini straightener. They are better suited for beard smoothing than larger ones.
Straighteners are ideal if you want to smooth your full beard. You can shape it directly into the desired form and direction.

Hairdryer

You can also smooth your beard with a hairdryer. This is recommended for shorter and particularly curly beards. Never use the hairdryer bluntly; always use a beard brush or a beard comb and actively shape the beard into the desired form. We recommend our round brush for this purpose. It helps you get your beard smooth after showering and adds more volume.

In our Störtebekker shop, you will find a great shaving and beard care set consisting of beard brush, beard shampoo, beard balm, and beard oil.

Note: What to Consider When Smoothing with Heat

When using heat, there are a few things to keep in mind.

Don't Overdo the Temperature

Too hot temperatures damage the hair and make it brittle. This can lead to even more curliness. Dry or straighten with the lowest setting the device has to offer. If you can't get your hair smooth at this setting, cautiously increase the temperature and be careful not to blow-dry or straighten at the same spot for too long to avoid damaging the hair structure.

Use Heat Protection

Use additional heat protection products if you regularly use a hairdryer or straightener. Make sure to use products specifically developed for this purpose and not regular beard oil. The oil can burn due to the heat and potentially damage your beard hair. Use the beard oil after blow-drying for care and a shinier look.

Conclusion

We prefer beard care without a hairdryer or straightener. In general, you should be cautious with heat and not blow-dry or straighten your beard after every wash. A good brush and appropriate oil are, in our opinion, the ideal companions for daily care and smoothing. We have really effective, high-quality products for your beard in the shop.

How do you handle beard smoothing?

Want to know more about beard care? Then check out these articles:

• Optimal Beard Care
• First Aid for Dandruff in Beard
• Beard Oil Application
• Blow Drying Beard