Taming Stray Hairs: Tips for Keeping Your Hair & Beard in Check

Stray hairs on both your head and beard are usually caused by dryness, breakage, or uneven growth patterns. For the hair on your head, flyaways often result from static, heat damage, or over washing, which strips natural oils and makes strands harder to control. Cowlicks, i.e. sections on your head that grow in a different direction than the rest of your hair, can also be a contributing factor to hair moving out of place even after you’ve styled.

In beards, stray hairs are more common due to coarse texture and uneven growth, causing some strands to stick out while others lay flat. Without proper hydration and grooming, these unruly hairs become even more noticeable. Knowing the causes can help you choose the right products and techniques to keep your hair looking neat and controlled.

When your hair has a mind of its own, a high-quality hairspray like the Suavecito Hairspray is your best friend, especially when used alongside another styling product. Gels or pomades focus on sculpting and adding texture, whereas hairspray acts as a finishing touch, locking in your style while keeping everything in place throughout the day. The Suavecito Hairspray provides a lightweight yet firm hold, preventing flyaways and ensuring that your hair maintains its shape without feeling stiff or greasy.

One product alone can sometimes lack the ability to fully secure stray hairs or resist humidity. Hairspray adds an extra layer of control, sealing in the style while offering flexibility, so your hair stays neat without looking overworked. Using multiple products together gives you the best of both worlds—structured styling with all-day hold.

How to Use:

• Style your hair as usual (whether with pomade, clay, or gel - see all our hair styling products).
• Hold the hairspray about 10-12 inches from your head and mist lightly.
• For extra precision, spray a bit on your fingers or a comb and gently smooth down any stray hairs.

Stray beard hairs can make your beard look untidy, even if you’ve just spent time trimming and shaping it. These rebellious strands tend to stick out at odd angles, ruining the clean, polished appearance you’re aiming for. This happens because facial hair is often coarser and more wiry than hair on your head, making it more prone to curl or poke out in different directions. A product like the Suavecito Beard Balm is the perfect solution to this problem, as it not only tames those flyaways but also provides a light hold to keep your beard neatly styled throughout the day.

In addition to controlling stray hairs, a beard balm moisturizes and nourishes your facial hair, preventing dryness and brittleness that can lead to split ends and breakage. This keeps your beard feeling soft and looking healthier overall.

How to Use:

• Take a pea-sized amount of beard balm and warm it between your palms.
• Work it through your beard, focusing on the areas where stray hairs are most noticeable.
• Use your fingers or a beard comb to shape your beard as desired.