Apparently, every man in America has grown some facial hair in our quarantine stay—you just need something to crack the ice on Zoom, you know? If you let your scuff come in or you’re sick of it and want to go back to being baby-faced), here are the best beard items to keep it smooth and lined up.
The Best Beard Oil: Acqua di Parma Barbiere Beard Serum
Acqua di Parma “Barbiere” beard serum $45 | End Clothing
Unlike the standard beard oil, which enjoys a lot of success (but can be a little greasy), this recipe mixes almond oil with hyaluronic acid, so it has a gel-cream feel that battles frizz without being too shiny—it goes on thick, but then it just disappears. You wouldn’t know it was there, just making your face soft and great-smelling.
Ingrown Smoother: Renée Rouleau Anti Bump Solution
Renée Rouleau “Anti Bump Solution” $50 | Renée Rouleau
Lactic acid comes beneath the skin and to the root of deep acne and ingrown hair.
For Rough Stubble and Beyond: King C. Gillette Soft Beard Balm
King C. Gillette beard balm $13 | Walgreens
This year, King C. Gillette, an innovative new spin-off of the Gillette company, delivered some stunningly beautiful items at a very attractive price. The hero, however was this balm—a lightweight non-greasy styler for your beard that will help you stay fresh in between barbershop visits.
The Best Razor: Oui the People The Single Sensitive Skin Razor
Oui the People “The Single” razor $75 | Oui the People
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