Soul Patch: Trim, Maintain and Grow

The soul patch is a timeless and distinctive beard style. Unlike many others, the soul patch manages to say a lot with very little hair.

However, despite being suitable for almost every wearer, it can be polarizing. Some love it, while others find it embarrassing. It is certainly extravagant and bold.

By the way: Apparently, women find this beard style attractive - its wearers are also perceived as younger.

We show the significance of the soul patch and how to trim and maintain the stylish lower lip beard.

What does the soul patch beard look like?

The soul patch is a beard below the lower lip. The patch has a triangular shape and defined contours between the chin and lower lip.

Since the soul patch is confined to this small area of the face, it is also suitable for men with sparse beard growth and grows relatively quickly, as you don't have to wait for your beard to be thick on the cheeks or chin.

If you currently wear a longer or fuller beard, you can shave it off and leave only the triangle below the lower lip.

The beard first became truly modern in the jazz scene of the 1950s, but it has existed for a lot longer.

For a smooth shaving result, you should have good shaving products. Nothing is worse than having shaving rash or shaving bumps after shaving.

5 Soul Patch Variations

The soul patch looks great on its own, but it can also be wonderfully combined with other beard styles. We show you which combinations make sense and look good.

Soul Patch with Mustache

Combined with a classic mustache, the soul patch makes any face appear sharper and more masculine and gives especially the lower half of the face a strong character.

William Shakespeare chose this combination, and pop singer Ricky Martin also likes to wear it. The combination looks well-groomed yet not stuffy.

Soul Patch with 3-Day Beard

In combination with a 3-day beard, the soul patch appears much bolder. In this case, the soul patch does not need to be trimmed as neatly since it blends into the 3-day beard.

This style is certainly not suitable for every job, and you should be careful not to cross the line between daring yet stylish and just plain unkempt.

Therefore, make sure that your 3-day beard is always well-groomed. This combination is definitely one of the coolest options available.

The Long Soul Patch

The long soul patch resembles a goatee in its effect and is certainly one of the most extravagant beard styles requiring some courage.

If you have a rather elongated face, you should be cautious. A longer soul patch will make your elongated face appear even slimmer.

Additionally, a long soul patch suits very young men primarily and does not look as good after a certain age.

Subtle Soul Patch

The soul patch can also be worn in a subtle, implied version. In this case, the beard remains short, and the contours show through just slightly, similar to a 3-day beard.

This form is suitable for those with very sparse beard growth and naturally for those who want to experiment with a soul patch.

Classic Soul Patch

The classic soul patch is characterized by distinct hair growth on the lower lip and makes a real statement with its distinctive triangular shape.

Confident wearers do not combine it with any other beard style but let it stand alone as a character beard.

Who Does the Soul Patch Suit?

The soul patch suits most men. However, if you have a very narrow, long face, you should be careful. The beard emphasizes these features even more and can create an unflattering look.

Additionally, the soul patch suits younger men better than older ones. Although, like any beard style, it depends on the individual, soul patch wearers tend to look younger. However, at a certain mature age, it can backfire and appear rather embarrassing.

Growing a Soul Patch: Here's How

If you want to grow a soul patch, there isn't really much to consider. Since it only involves the area below the lower lip, the beard grows quite quickly.

1. First, let a chin beard grow. You can shave the rest of your face normally. Once the chin beard is long enough—about 5 mm—trim it to around 3 mm and shape it into the desired triangular form. Everything else around it can be shaved clean or trimmed into a 3-day beard.
   
   
2. The shape of the soul patch should form an inverted triangle. Ideally, it should be one centimeter below the lower lip. The width of the beard should be around 2 centimeters.
   
   
3. Carefully shave out the corners and use a razor to get clean contours.

Expert Tip: If a razor feels too aggressive, try a safety razor first.

Caring for the Soul Patch: What You Need to Know

Just as simple as the cut is the care of the soul patch.
You only need a beard trimmer and a razor to refine and outline the shape.

Besides shaving foam, even if the beard is really small, you should also consider shaving oil and after shave balm. This helps care for the skin after shaving and keeps the beard soft.

Rough beard hairs right below the lower lip can become very uncomfortable.

Conclusion

The soul patch suits most men but is certainly not for everyone. Courage for a statement and some coolness knowing that not everyone will like the beard are necessary.

What do you think about the soul patch? Let us know!

FAQ

Which Celebrities Wear a Soul Patch?

The soul patch was likely popularized by the Blues Brothers. Since then, various celebrities have worn it, with a slight trend toward wild, somewhat daring rock musicians. For example:

• Limp Bizkit frontman Fred Durst,
• Van Halen legend Eddie Vedder,
• Frank Zappa,
• Stevie Wonder,
• Trent Reznor,
• and the famous Count Dracula.

Is the Soul Patch Modern?

Despite its long history, the soul patch is both trendy and timeless. It is a character beard for the bold and is not merely a trend but rather a statement and a type of lifestyle.