Top Beard Care Products for Sensitive Skin

A man likes to wear his beard with pride, and so he should. Be it a short, neat and orderly beard, or a resplendent, free-flowing mane, or something in between, the beard is something we can control and have complete freedom over. And fortunately, modern trends are very much in our favour in that regard, not that that would stop us anyway. But beard-growing does come with its pitfalls and side-effects, and that is something we have grown, if you’ll pardon the pun, to manage.  

How a beard can affect sensitive skin 

Growing a beard can be difficult if you have sensitive skin, and many of us do. A beard can irritate this skin, causing itching, redness and inflammation, beard dandruff, acne and ingrowing hairs. This is caused by friction from your beard, and also clogged pores.  

Itchy skin is particularly a problem for shorter, stubbly beards, and this can lead to inflammation and redness, which is sometimes referred to as ‘beard burn’. Meanwhile, beard dandruff has a more technical name, seborrheic dermatitis. This is a type of yeast on the skin that can overgrow in a beard and lead to flaky, itchy skin that gets trapped in your beard. Clogged pores and inflammation can lead to acne and other facial bumps, while ingrown hairs are a by-product of coarse or curly hairs that grow back into the skin.  

How to prevent and manage issues with beards and sensitive skin 

Most men with a beard will be used to having a daily, and even twice daily, grooming routine and this is particularly important if you have sensitive skin and suffer from any of the issues outlined above.  

• Research - It is important you carry out some research and choose products that won’t give you an allergic reaction. People with sensitive skin are particularly susceptible to this. Patch-test products before you go all-in and check for any reactions on your skin, bearing in mind the neck and face are more sensitive than the areas you might test, such as the arm or back of the hand.  
• Clean – Wash the beard regularly with warm water and a gentle cleanser. 
• Moisturise - Keeping the skin moisturised helps maintain health and hydration, and using a gentle brush prevents irritants and removes dead skin cells. Use a beard oil with natural ingredients to minimise the chances of an allergic reaction and to give your skin the best possible care.  
• Grooming – If irritation persists you should consider a shorter beard, so that you can clean it and moisturise it a little easier. Otherwise, you can consider a beard balm or a beard butter which can both help to clean and moisturise the beard while also styling it so that your beard is suitably stunning and glorious. 

Effective grooming products for your beard and for sensitive skin 

At Darkside Grooming we have developed a range of premium beard products which combine our own experiences of managing beards and the problem of sensitive skin, while also enabling us to enjoy our beard and show it off to maximum effect. Our products are made with care using natural ingredients such as Shea Butter, Cocoa Butter, Jojoba Oil, Argan Oil and Avocado Oil. These are skin-loving ingredients which are cruelty-free, fast-absorbing, ideal for daily use and all beard types and crafted in small batches for freshness and quality. 

• Beard Oil – Ideal for a thick, full beard or a shorter trim beard, this oil keeps your beard soft and itch-free while also moisturising the skin and the beard. The natural ingredients prevent dry and flaky skin. 
• Beard Balm – This is an all-in-one conditioner for your beard, and helps to soften the beard, reduce itching and flaking and provides a flexible hold for shaping and styling. The pure ingredients also improve your beard texture and encourage healthier growth. 
• Beard butter – Using natural butters and oils this product allows you to hydrate, soften and style your beard. This is the ultimate grooming solution which enhances beard health with nutrient-rich ingredients and leaves you smelling amazing.  

Premium beard grooming products from Darkside Grooming 

Our ethos at Darkside Grooming is to develop premium beard grooming products at reasonable prices, with the idea that beard grooming should feel like a luxury, even though it is an everyday practice that is absolutely necessary. Check out our range of beard grooming products for sensitive skin and you can feel refreshed every morning and throughout the day, knowing your beard and skin is in the best health and you are feeling and looking great.