Beard Oil or Beard Wax: Differences and Application ✓

Beard care and well-groomed styling are important, and all beard wearers agree on that. While some swear by beard oil, others are convinced of the benefits of beard wax.

Which product makes more sense for whom is actually dependent on beard structure and beard style. We will show you the differences and when you should choose which product.

What is Beard Oil?

Beard oil is sold in bottles and is a mixture of different oils with various nourishing properties. So when you buy beard oil, you are essentially getting a cocktail of various positive beard care ingredients.

1. The oil is applied sparingly (always use only a few drops),
   
   
2. rubbed between the hands and warmed up
   
   
3. and then massaged into the beard hair and the underlying skin.

It nourishes not only the hair but also the facial skin, and protects it from drying out and irritation.

What Ingredients Are Found in Beard Oil?

The ingredients of beard oil are quickly explained. It is usually a pure natural product with exclusively natural ingredients.

1. Carrier oils such as jojoba oil, almond oil, argan oil, coconut oil, or avocado oil. They provide moisture, soothe and nourish the skin, and ensure that both the skin and beard hair remain smooth and do not become brittle.
   
   
2. Essential oils such as peppermint oil, clove, vanilla, or citrus oils. They primarily serve to give the beard oil a pleasant scent, but they also have other important properties.
   
   Many essential oils, for example, have disinfecting or anti-inflammatory effects and can prevent redness, irritation, skin fungi, or skin inflammations.

Who Is Beard Oil Suitable For?

Beard oil is suitable for everyone with a beard, including those with 3-day beards. Especially for shorter, stubbly beards, beard oil is often beneficial as the coarse, prickly beard stubble can dry out and irritate the skin.

Beard oil soothes the skin and makes it smooth again. In general, you should be aware that beard oil makes your beard hair softer and gives it shine. If you want to shape your beard, beard oil is not the right product for you.

It is suitable for all rough, stubbly beards, for brittle beard hair, and whenever you want your hair to look smoother and more groomed. But even if you style your beard, beard oil is useful.

Consider it a beard product for care, which helps you keep your skin and beard hair healthy. Feel free to check out the Störtebekker Shop, where we have a high-quality beard oil that we personally swear by.

What Is Beard Wax?

Beard wax is a solid product, usually available in jars.

1. You take a tiny amount with your finger
   
   
2. and rub it between your hands until its texture becomes liquid from the body heat.
   
   
3. Then you apply it to your beard, where it hardens again and helps shape and style your beard.

Due to its solid consistency, beard wax remains in the hair and absorbs less into the skin.

What Ingredients Are Found in Beard Wax?

The ingredients of beard wax are also very straightforward. The product typically contains no artificial or chemical ingredients and is based on a traditional manufacturing process.

1. Carrier oils such as coconut oil, jojoba oil, or shea butter. For beard wax, saturated plant-based carrier oils are used, which do not become rancid quickly when stored at room temperature.
   
   These carrier oils serve as nourishing components that provide moisture and nutrients to the beard hair, keeping it healthy and looking good.
   
   
2. Waxes, beeswax, resins, or gum arabic. These components provide hold. You can style and shape your beard.
   
   
3. Essential oils - they give the beard wax a pleasant scent and, thanks to their active ingredients, also provide antibacterial or antifungal care.

Who Is Beard Wax Suitable For?

Beard wax is for everyone who wants to add style and shape to their beard—whether it be long full beards or Viking beards, or for any beard style that needs a firming component—mustache, goatee, or Henriquatre.

Expert Tip: If all you want is for your beard to be well-groomed, soft, and shiny, you don't need beard wax.

Conclusion

Beard oil is an absolute all-rounder for all beard types and, alongside beard shampoo and shaving soap, is a basic product for beard care. Beard wax is used for styling, and you only need it when your beard requires more firmness and hold.

When and how do you like to use beard wax? We are curious.

FAQ: Beard Oil or Beard Wax

Can beard oil and beard wax be used at the same time?

Beard oil and beard wax can be used simultaneously—the former is for care (which is equally important for every beard wearer!), and the latter is for styling. Many men use both.

How often should beard oil and beard wax be used?

Both products are intended for daily use. We would also recommend this for beard oil. Beard and facial skin are exposed to many stresses daily (climate, environment, your fingers playing in the beard, etc.)—they therefore also need a daily dose of care.

How can beard wax or oil be washed out?

Beard oil and beard wax can be easily washed out with warm water and a little beard shampoo. You can find a high-quality beard shampoo in our online shop. Make sure not to use regular hair shampoo, as it does not have the suitable pH level for your beard hair.