Beard Shaping 101: How to Get Barber-Quality Results
A well-shaped beard can elevate your entire appearance, but achieving that perfect shape-up requires patience, technique, and the right grooming products. With the proper approach, you can avoid common mistakes and ensure your beard looks the way you want it to. In this article, we’ll share barber-approved tips to help you shape up your beard so that it enhances your jawline and improves your overall look.
1. Let Your Beard Grow First
Before you start shaping, let your beard grow out fully. This step might be frustrating, especially if it gets uneven or patchy, but giving it time ensures you have enough length to work with. This will also help you determine your natural growth pattern and prevent cutting too much too soon.
2. Start with a Clean Beard
Before you begin trimming, wash your beard thoroughly or steam it with a hot towel to soften the hairs. This preps your beard for an even cut and makes shaping much easier.
After washing or steaming, use a blow dryer to ensure your beard is completely dry. As you dry, use a wide tooth comb like the Suavecito Beard Comb to detangle and direct your beard into place. This comb is perfect for keeping your beard controlled without creating unnecessary tension on your hairs.
Beard Comb
- Detangles hair effortlessly
- Helps tame and shape beard hair
- Extra wide staggered teeth that won’t snag
- Fits in your pocket
3. Shape with Clippers, Define with a Trimmer
Start trimming with clippers, working from the largest guard size down to your desired length. Avoid rounding out your face—focus on emphasizing a strong jawline. Carefully shape the sides and remove excess bulk while keeping the natural contours of your face in mind.
Once you’ve removed excess bulk, you should switch to using a trimmer to carve out sharp, clean lines along your neckline and cheeks. The key to a polished look is precision—start at the center of your mustache and work outward to maintain symmetry.
For an ultra-clean look, apply Suavecito Shave Gel to your cheeks and neckline before shaving. This gel provides a smooth glide and clear visibility so you can maintain crisp, defined lines without irritation.
Shave Gel
- New & improved formula won’t clog up your razor
- Peppermint and Tea Tree infused
- Hydrating and skin protective formula
- Provides a close comfortable shave
- Easy to use and apply
- Clear formula so you can see what you are shaving
4. Style to Finish
To get a straight-out-of-the-barbershop look, you’ll want to finish off your shape-up by giving it a quick style. Styling will help you notice if you’ve missed any stray hairs or need to even out the shape. You’ll want to use something moisturizing like the Suavecito Beard Butter. This will keep your beard soft, hydrated, and perfectly styled throughout the day.
Beard Butter
- Moisturizes & nourishes beard
- Adds a healthy, natural shine
- Light hold helps tame and shape beard
- Great to combine with other beard products
- Available in Original Suavecito and Whiskey Bar scents
Conclusion
By following these steps, you should achieve a clean, sharp look that enhances your features and keeps your beard looking its best. If you want a visual guide, watch this video where one of our favorite barbers walks you through each of these steps!
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We hope this article will help you in creating a better shape up that suits your look. Remember to take your time, be precise, and enjoy the process. Stay sharp and stay suave.
