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5 Types of Beards to Rock for the Summer

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Let’s face it. Your beard can’t be all about style during the summer as it has been throughout the year.

This is the time of the year that demands something that’s both stylish and comfortable. However, with hundreds of beard styles out there, it’s easy to become overwhelmed.

But fret not, as we have decided to talk about the five best types of beards that offer just the right balance of style and comfort (with just one exception) for the summer.

Imperial Beard

The imperial beard is a much more balanced alternative to a full beard during the summer. This is because it comes with the impression of a full beard, but spares you of the annoyance associated with it during the summer heat.

The imperial beard should not to be confused with the imperial beard style that’s not really a beard but actually just a mustache. The imperial beard we are talking about is a beard that looks like a full beard but is actually much shorter than one.

It has the mustache connected with the beard, which prevents the chill from getting to you when you decide to have some fun in chilly waters. Unlike a full beard, there is less upkeep.

How to Craft an Imperial Beard:

Well, as with any kind of beard with a good length, patience is going to be the most essential element. Apart from that, a healthy diet including fruits and green vegetables would help, as well as daily nourishing of your beard using products like organic beard oil.

Keep up the trimming to prevent split ends and keep the shape in order is a must.. Ensure you have a professional beard trimmer for adequate trimming all five types of beards mentioned here.

Short Tailored Beard

If you’re going to be outdoors a lot during the summer, the short tailored beard will be right up your alley. It won’t force you to part with your beard habit and will definitely make you feel comfortable no matter how hot it gets out there.

Another advantage of sporting this beard is that as there will be less and shorter hair, it will get much less sweaty which a full beard often does.

How to Get the Short Tailored Beard:

It can be a bit tricky to cultivate,, as it heavily relies on your grooming skills due to the lack of length. Investing in quality grooming tools is going to help big time, apart from trimming it from time to time and not letting it grow out of shape.

Musketeer

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If you don’t mind going for a more unique and unusual beard style, the musketeer beard might appeal to you. It’s simple enough in that it just requires having a long mustache and a small beard making one small focal point on your face.

This will help you stay cool if you do it right and you’ll stand out in a good way. It’s a particularly good choice for those gentlemen interested in dabbling with their whiskers but unsure of what the heat might bring.

How to Get the Musketeer Beard:

The highlight of this beard style is getting a sharp twist on the mustache. To achieve that, a good organic beard balm product will help achieve your goal. It’s a simple grooming style to maintain.

Full Beard

Before you start questioning our expertise and recommendations, let us tell you that it’s not a general recommendation, but for the folks that plan to do a lot of outdoors sports like motorcycle riding or dirt biking it’s ideal.

A shorter beard won’t be able to stand up to the elements like dirt, debris and strong winds. It also defends against a facial sunburn.

How to Maintain a Full Beard During the Summer:

Growing a full beard can be quick for some and slower for others. Either way, get working on your facial hair celebration before summer approaches or whenever the mood strikes.  Needless to say, it will need tending to and a investing in a proper grooming kit is a must. Keep it clean and be sure to moisturize to ensure your beard is free of beardruff (beard dandruff), among other things.

The Short Boxed Beard

If you want to retain the “beardly” feel on your face without making your life difficult as the summer hits, the short boxed beard style is probably your best bet. The area at the bottom of your face is going to have the heaviest layer of the beard, with the sides of your face having the thinner and only other part of the beard.

Unlike a full beard or even an imperial beard, a short boxed beard is closely cropped, with the area around the nose being completely clean. This beard is achieved with careful grooming as the hair grows naturally.

The short boxed beard is very versatile, and goes perfectly well with a variety of hairstyles.

Whatever beard you sport this summer…own it!