This Friday marks 8 weeks of beard growth for me. I had doubts that my beard would fill in like all of you said it would, but here I am pleasantly suprised
and grateful for the Beard Board.
I also want to say that there seem to be a good amount of beards on the board right now at the 4 week mark. I hope to see you all at 8 weeks as I wasn't a
believer until I saw for myself the difference those extra 4 weeks could make.
I do have a question regarding maintenance for those who can answer. I am using length to make-up for density in my cheeks. My goatee, mustache, and neck
grow at a much faster rate than my cheeks do. What is the best way to maintain? Scissors on the cheeks? Clippers for mustache, goatee, and neck? Initially
I didn't want a big beard but right now I'm open to growing it out a few more weeks before deciding. I would however like to clean it up some and
develop a style I could keep in the summer months. Appreciate any advice.
Thanks Beard Board!
Nearing 8 weeks growth
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Posts: 47 (01/29/08 15:33:29) |
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Posts: 20 (01/29/08 16:00:15) |
That's a great beard! I'm hoping mine fills in like that in four more weeks (I'm in the will-it-ever-fill-in-all-the-way phase). Keep us posted!
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Beard Legend
Posts: 2607 (01/29/08 16:41:29) |
Very nice PK! The more success stories we get over here, the more people will listen to us regulars
 As for trimming, I prefer the trimmer to scissors mainly
because I don't trust myself with the shears. What you can do is change the setting on the neck, chin and stache to a different length than the cheeks if
you prefer to let the cheeks get a bit longer. You just have to experiment until you find the right balance. The other thing to think about is the direction
you trim. If you trim against the grain, it will generally be shorter than with the grain. Since your cheek hairs lay down so well, I'd probably be careful
not to go against the grain on that part of your face. Under the neck is another story though, it might work better to go all directions there. But even if you
cut it a bit short, remember that it will fill in in no time, so don't worry about it.
Patience shall be rewarded!
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01/29/08 19:21:01.
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Posts: 4570 (01/29/08 18:03:03) Administrator |
Excellent beard PK! Another example of the rewards of patience. Regarding trimming, I agree with Dano. Use different trimmer settings for different parts of
your beard, and go with the grain. Personally I do not recommend using a trimmer on the mustache. I find that keeping the bottom aligned with scissors, plus
the occasional snipping off of rogue hairs, is sufficient if you wish to maintain your mustache full and unbristly.
Keep growing. Stay bearded! wulff |
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Posts: 3262 (01/30/08 04:59:37) |
I am not in a,position to offer much in the way of trimming advice I'm affraid, but just wanted to say how much I admired your beard. It certainly looks
very thick and full to me. Glad that you are pleased with it, and that you are planning on keeping it. Good luck with the trimming.
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pkbeard |
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Beard Friendly
Posts: 47 (03/05/08 11:37:34) |
Confession time. A few weeks after this photo I shaved. No real reason. I just did. I'm one week into not shaving again so I'm back on the bearded
path. This is going to be my fourth time growing a beard. Each time I get more enjoyment out of the beard growing process and each time I get more
comfortable with maintaining my beard. I'm not exactly sure what style I'm going for, or if I'll even stick with any one particular style for too
long. I like change.
I'm fine with myself bearded or cleanshaven.. but looking at the photos of some of you that have kept growing.. I'm somewhat disappointed that I shaved. Hah.. I just wanted to say that there are alot of great beards on this board.. and all it takes is patience. I went 10 weeks last time.. I'm gonna shoot for 12 this go-round.. Take it easy fellas.. |
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Posts: 240 (03/05/08 17:36:43) |
PKBeard... I am sorry to hear of your fall from the wagon.
 I am sure
you can make it to 12 weeks no problem. Friday will be 16 weeks for me, and this is my first attempt. If I can do it, anyone can. Grow big PK!
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Beard Legend
Posts: 2450 (03/06/08 07:29:56) |
An inspirational beard for sure!
 It's perfect!
Happy "bearding"
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