Hey, Sam. Never too early to start with some jojoba and a boar-bristle brush. Neither costs much. The jojoba seems expensive, but a four-ounce bottle lasts easily six-eight months,

I think you need a little length; you're young, and your cheeks have some filling in to do over the years so the length would help for now. That said, there don't seem to be that many young guys who want to go really big. Let it go another couple months, and if/when you feel like it's getting "too long", trim a very little at a time to meet your goal, and don't be afraid to let your goal be longer one month, shorter the next.

Even uphill battles can be won - Check out my beard journey.

Hey, you new guys, don't be afraid to jump on in and comment on others' threads!