8 BEARD GROWING MISTAKES YOU NEED TO AVOID with Matty Conrad

Are you struggling to grow out that handsome looking face sweater?

International barbering ICON, Founder of Victory Barber & Brand, and GQ grooming guru Matty Conrad teaches you some of the most important things you need to know about growing a truly magnificent beard.

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[MrCmon]

This will come in handy in 20 years when I can finally grow a full beard.

[RaysMuleBarn]

I'm 67 and growing mine for 8 years. As a rideshare driver, younger guys always asked me, "how do you grow it that long"?
My answer was, "don't cut it".
Seriously, you never know what you have there until you let it grow, only then can you address any issues.
As for grooming, I guess I'm lucky. I just use Zest soap in the shower, then apply a bit of liquid mink oil while it's still damp. I've used most every product out there, and it always looks the same anyway.
As for trimming, start by letting it get "too long", then trim conservatively until you get a look you like.
My mantra is " You have to go through ugly to get to beautiful, but there's a fine line between handsome and homeless ".

[AdityaSingh-qofk]

Liked the last rule 8, " All beard are unique, wear proudly what you have and trim well"

[johngullotti]

One does not choose to grow a beard. It grows by itself. One only chooses whether or not to shave.

[nickstaley]

The final step resonates with me most. My beard is imperfect, but I ought to be grateful for what I have.

[nitinthakur]

This guy has an admirable personality...

[codyleach]

TLDW:
1. Don’t trim your beard when it’s wet
2. Beard oil is mostly for the skin
3. Be careful with your outline
4. Don’t set the top line too low
5. Stop over trimming
6. Stop using plastic combs
7. Stop using soap and body wash
8. Stop comparing your beard to others

[gabrielsegura]

Rule #8: Is not the beard on the outside that counts, is the beard on the inside - Action Hank, 1997

[riffbw]

The last one is so important. I've been going with a long beard for almost 7 years over two different stints. I've been told by people "I can never grow a beard like you." That's right, no one can like me because my beard is mine and it fits my face. It took me over a year of trimming, experimenting, and making mistakes to determine how to make my beard work for me.

So now it's easy to respond to those comments. Grow your own beard, have fun with it, make mistakes, and enjoy what you have. Eventually you'll figure out how your beard behaves and you'll adapt your grooming habits to support your beard. The only mistake (other than picking bald spots in your beard) is being afraid to let it grow.

PS. I find any all natural shampoo and condition that avoids chemicals and colors to be sufficient. A specific beard wash isn't always necessary. Oil for your beard is key. Don't skimp on that. I currently use Dr Squatch shampoo and Beard Care Club oils.

PPS. As an added though, plastic combs can work, but they'll cost you. You want one that is well made. Cheap combs often have imperfections that leave barbs sticking out that can snag and pull hair. Something like a Kent brand that is handmade is crafted to remove those barbs that will damage your beard. But just to be safe, I always comb with a wide tooth comb first to remove the tangles and then use a finer one if I want to do something different style wise.

[johnnywesterberg]

Best i've seen in this category! Especially liked the parts about top and base line. Hardest one is by far not to compare! Guys tend to do this about a lot of things, but this is the hardest one for me

[Jorvandr]

your beard videos are the best ones I have seen the past 7 years! Finally a real barber on youtube.

[GoDawgs]

Great vid. Not 20 minutes, Straight to the point, and extremely helpful. Thank you

[rodidoesburg]

Been growing a beard for over 2 years now. Your content really helped me out with my beard. Keep up the good work!

[misterl]

I’m 76. I’ve had a full beard since I got out of the military at age 22. I agree with using beard oil & balm and not using soap and only trimming when dry. As for comb vs brush, ‘trim lines’ and other suggestions, I think it personal choice.

[stefanali]

I had no idea I needed to brush my beard...just started growing my first beard and its awesome to find someone who can talk about these things. Insightful video thank you

[gettinlost]

Thank you for doing these videos. Been waiting almost 20 years to start my beard and your videos have been instrumental in guiding me down the path to the beard I’ve only dreamt about having until now. Thank you.

[youngtusk]

Thank you for the tips! Always had some form of beard after my 30's, like short beard, stubbles or a goatie. Now at 41 years old growing a beard for 2 years and it is really full. I am going to a barber soon to let it get trimmed in shape. Growing it long took a lot of time as I made the mistake of trimming stray hairs in between an not using beard shampoo or a good brush for it. Now I have beard oil and a good brush.

[ryandubyah]

Brilliant video, dude! Thank you truly for all this info, there’s a couple things I’ve clearly been doing wrong which I’ll immediately fix and I’ll take this advice to heart. Thanks again for all this helpful advice from someone who’s trying to grow a successful facerug!!

[AdamRotering]

First time full beard grower. Had no idea how to trim thanks so much. I let mine go out for months and just trimmed yesterday. What a difference

[joshabilly]

Finally! A concise, thorough, and comprehensive beard care video. Thanks, Matty.