
How to
GROW A BEARD
How to
GROW A BEARD
A magnificent beard takes time, but if a thick, bushy beard is your goal, with the right approach and a little patience you can really get the best out of your beard growth.
Here you can find out what you should keep an eye on if you want to let your beard grow well, how to grow a thicker beard – and whether you can actually speed up beard growth or just make it look fuller with the right routine.
For most men, beard growth begins during puberty, usually between the ages of 14 and 18.
The hormone testosterone is responsible for beard growth; when testosterone levels in your body increase, the beard also starts to grow. Genetics and hormones largely determine what kind of beard you have. Testosterone levels can vary, and low testosterone can affect how quickly your beard grows and how thick it gets.
Sometimes, even if your testosterone level is high, other factors can mean you find it harder to grow a big, bushy beard. While some guys already have a full beard at a young age, genetic, ethnicity and heredity factors may mean others find it harder to grow a thick beard. But a healthy lifestyle and a good skincare routine will go a long way to helping your beard look thick and bountiful.

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Beard‑growing tips for
THICKER FACIAL HAIR

- Wash your beard: You should clean your beard regularly with a beard shampoo. Dirt, old skin cells and bacteria can quickly collect in and under your beard. Make sure you get to the skin under the hair when you wash it. Washing your beard regularly can help stop your beard from itching and can prevent skin irritation.
- Exfoliate your beard: Facial scrubs remove dead skin cells and make it easier for your beard hairs to break through the skin to the outside. Exfoliation also stimulates blood circulation and cell renewal. Used once or twice a week, it can support the growth of a healthy‑looking beard.
Discover our range of NIVEA face washes to deeply cleanse and exfoliate your beard, allowing for revitalised and thicker‑looking growth.
- Apply moisturiser to your beard: Just like the hair on your head, beard hair also needs moisture. With a beard oil or a beard cream, you can give your skin and hair an intensive moisture boost.
Explore our NIVEA Sensitive Pro Range, which contains vitamin E to help protect your skin’s barrier, reducing stress and irritation. In turn, the Sensitive Pro Range helps you create the perfect base for a healthy, thicker‑looking beard. - Trim your beard: For your beard to grow evenly, you should trim longer hairs regularly with a trimmer. Every hair has its own growth rhythm, so it can take a while before all the hairs are the same length. You can define contours on your cheeks and neck using a razor to keep a neat, well‑groomed look.


- Comb your beard: You comb your hair, so why not your beard? Regular combing helps moisturise beard hair by spreading natural and added oils evenly through the hair. You can detangle longer beard hair with a comb, while natural‑bristle brushes are ideal for short beards. Regular brushing will give your beard a clean shape and smoother texture.
- Remove ingrown beard hairs: Ingrown beard hairs often cause skin irritation, pimples or inflammation. To give your skin a break and keep a well‑groomed look, remove these stray hairs carefully with a pair of tweezers. Good skincare, including regular exfoliation, will go a long way towards preventing ingrown hairs.
Summary
Don’t get discouraged if your beard doesn’t grow evenly at first or feels uncomfortable on your skin.
Like so many things in life, getting used to a beard takes a bit of time, patience and attention. If you let your beard grow, the right care is absolutely essential. Once it’s long and dense enough, you can also (re)shape and style your beard exactly the way you like it.














