Beard Shaping - how to trim your beard

A neatly designed beard is an important part of the image of a modern man, his “calling card”. The beard is tacitly considered a symbol of masculinity and brutality. Charles Darwin viewed facial hair as a kind of decoration that distinguished the male from dozens of others, like a bright peacock's tail. In order for the beard and mustache to look neat, you need to know the features and stages of care.


What is beard and mustache modeling
Beard and mustache styling is a popular service that makes men look stylish and well-groomed. On average, the procedure takes 35-45 minutes. If the beard is very long and voluminous, then it will take much more time.
A professional barber takes into account many factors:

• face oval;
  
• hair type;
  
• haircut;
  
• the shape of the nose and lips;
  
• fashion trends;
  
• client's wishes.
  

Before modeling, a man grows hairs for 3-4 weeks, in some cases more time is required. Correction is usually carried out 1-2 times a month.
Proper beard correction is symmetry and clarity. The master makes the primary edging and aligns the lines, removes excess vegetation on the neck and cheeks, creates shape, length and volume.
The procedure consists of several stages:

1. Combing the length with a comb. It is allowed to slightly wet the hairs.
   
2. At this stage, clear lines are noted on the neck, cheeks and cheekbones.
   
3. The excess length is separated with a comb and cut off with either scissors or a trimmer.
   
4. They do the same with the mustache: unnecessary hairs are separated with a comb and removed with a convenient tool.
   
5. At the end, excess bristles outside the beard are removed.
   
6. An obligatory stage that cannot be neglected is the use of cosmetics for the skin and styling of vegetation.
   

One of the mistakes of home shaving is to shave hairs in a chaotic manner. Masters shave all hairs in one direction so that the stubble grows more evenly after the procedure.

How and with what tools
It is a mistake to believe that only a razor and a mirror are needed to model a beard. The list of necessary tools is much wider and includes:

• trimmer;
  
• shavett razor, dangerous or t-shaped machine;
  
• combs with frequent and rare teeth;
  
• thin scissors;
  
• shaving agent - foam, gel or soap;
  
• soothing tonic or cream.
  
• styling products.
  

The procedure is important to carry out in good light.
Shaping a beard seems like a simple task, but doing it yourself is not the best idea, as the result will be unpredictable. At least the first modeling is recommended to be entrusted to a barber who knows certain techniques, knows the features of different types of faces and the most suitable beard and mustache shapes for them. Also, for a more accurate result, the bristles are corrected with a dangerous razor, and the chance of cutting the skin is reduced to zero for the master with a set hand. To keep in shape, the barber will recommend care products and tell you how to keep the result longer.
Before choosing a barbershop in Volgograd, you should carefully read examples of work and customer reviews. You can quickly find the best men's barber shop at Barb.ua, which also lists addresses and prices for various types of services, including men's haircuts.
The process by a professional is always performed exclusively by the oldest type of razor - straight razor. A real master does not use machines and electric shavers. There are several reasons for this:

• the durability of the tool, which will last more than one year;
  
• a guarantee of a clean shave, as the hairs are cut very close to the root;
  
• the speed of the procedure with long bristles, because the master does not waste time shortening with a trimmer - fear suits hairs of any length.
  

The disadvantages of the tool should also be mentioned. Firstly, this is a costly investment: the most budget models of the popular DOVO brand will cost at least 120 euros. Secondly, the tool requires skills, otherwise there is a risk of serious injury. Moreover, the razor is not easy to care for. You should carefully wipe the blade from moisture and with an exceptionally soft cloth, periodically sharpen the razor, and you should also not touch the blade with your fingers or paper.

What tools are used for styling a beard and mustache
Without proper care and the use of special products, the beard will look untidy. Many men limit themselves to only the first basic step of care - shampooing every 2-3 days. One cleansing is not enough.
One of the most popular medium to short beard styling products is wax. Wax performs two functions: shaping and caring for vegetation, which is provided by the natural components of the composition (wood resins, beeswax, oils). The tool has a pleasant texture, fixes the hairs and gives neatness to the beard.
The correct use of wax involves the following actions:

1. Apply the product to the entire area of the beard in a minimum amount. If there are sideburns and mustaches, they also need to be captured.
   
2. Carefully distribute the wax with stroking movements.
   
3. Shape the length using a special comb made of wood or plastic. For volume, you can comb the beard in different directions.
   
4. Smooth hairs. With an excess of funds, you can use dry wipes. It is enough to wet the vegetation a couple of times.
   

Gel is preferred by men with long beards and long mustaches. The tool securely fixes the hairs, helps to achieve a variety of forms.
There is such a service as beard coloring. It is used by men who are not satisfied with gray hairs. It is not recommended to carry out the staining procedure at home - the master will choose the right paint and withstand it for the right time without damaging the delicate skin of the face.
A beard is an attribute of male attractiveness. The best result can be obtained from an experienced specialist in a barbershop. Barber does not just shave - he emphasizes the temperament and creates the individuality of a man in accordance with the latest trends.