Growing a beard: A full beard in 12 weeks

First things first: good decision! But how exactly do you grow a beard? We'll show you a few tips and tricks on how to grow a full beard in just a few weeks, including Paddy's video diary.

What you should consider when growing a beard

Just let it grow and you're done! It would be nice if it were that quick and easy, wouldn't it?

Step 1: Let it grow

As we all know, every beginning is difficult – for some more, for others less!
Type A has very slow beard growth and cannot shave for several days without looking bearded.
Type B, on the other hand, has to shave at least every 1-2 days and has more or less regular beard growth and
Type C would have to shave twice a day to combat his thick beard growth.
Depending on your type, different beard styles are recommended for you. For type A, styles like a goatee , a Henriquatre or Van Dyke beard, or the classic mustache are usually suitable. For types B and C, on the other hand, styles like a 3-day beard or a full beard in various lengths are also suitable.

No matter what type of beard you are and no matter what beard style you're working towards, if you're starting from scratch, the rule is: let it grow first! Gaps may appear, as your hair will likely grow at different rates. Don't let that discourage you! During this transitional phase, pay special attention to proper care: wash your beard regularly with beard shampoo to remove dirt, dead skin cells, and bacteria. Moisturize your beard hair and the skin underneath with beard oil once a day to prevent itching, which can be quite uncomfortable.

Step 2: Halfway through

The first phase is finally complete! Now you can grab your beard trimmer and trim your hair to a uniform length using one of the attachments. Here you can decide for yourself how long you want to trim your beard. Not sure how? We've got you covered! We 'll explain the best way to trim your beard yourself – or you can treat yourself to an appointment with your trusted barber. Our recommendation in Hamburg: the Herrengut Barbershops.

Step 3: Keep it fresh

Now the fun begins! Simply wash your beard with water every day and use beard shampoo every two to three days. Depending on its length and thickness, you should comb your beard daily to keep it looking neat. Our wooden beard comb is particularly suitable for this. A beard brush can also help distribute sebum throughout your beard, thus providing it with oil. A quick tip: Regular brushing stimulates blood circulation, which also provides optimal growth conditions for your hair and helps remove dead skin cells from your beard.

Regularly moisturize your skin and beard hair. For example, with a moisturizer , 2-in-1 face & beard cream , or beard oil . This will prevent skin irritation and itching. Trim or shave your contours and length regularly to ensure all the hairs grow evenly and your beard looks great. Not sure which beard style is right for you? Then take a look here: Which beard style suits me?

The Basics: What you should know about beard growth

Beards grow at different rates; some grow earlier, others later. On average, a hair grows 0.3 to 0.5 mm per day. So, you can see that it takes patience and time. We'll explain here why your beard grows and whether garlic really helps. We'll also give you a few suggestions and tips on how to stimulate and support your beard growth .