Achieving the perfect beard trim is a great addition to any man\u2019s outlook but it does have its tricks and tips. Whether you want to do it with or without clippers, trimming your beard is a skill that every man learns eventually, some faster than others.<\/p>\n
So, what do you need to know about trimming beard with clippers or not? Let\u2019s go over the basics.<\/p>\n
To make the process of beard trimming as easy, effective, and quick as possible, the preparation is the first vital steps. Here are some things you probably don\u2019t want to forget:<\/p>\n
There are different hair clippers for beard and for hair but for the most part, ordinary hair clippers can work just as well if you don\u2019t want to buy a separate set for just your beard. The advantage of specialized beard hair clippers is that they usually come with additional attachments for mustache trimming, for nose hair trimming, and so on, as well as that they are usually smaller and easier to handle. Of all the ways to shave the beard or to trim it, specialized beard clippers are the easiest for most men, but standard hair clippers<\/a> work too.<\/p>\n Aside from that, there isn\u2019t much to say about hair clippers \u2013 they are designed to be as easy to use as possible. They usually don\u2019t need the use of an additional comb as they have a guard that makes sure you don\u2019t misjudge the trimming. If you\u2019re not sure how to use the guard and which length is best, start with the bigger\/longer attachment and trim with that one first. You can always trim your beard some more afterward but you can\u2019t make your beard longer if you\u2019ve accidentally cut it too short.<\/p>\n An additional note for the clippers\u2019 guards is not to press too much when using them. Most hair clipper guards are made out of plastic which bends quite easily but even metal guards can bend with just a little pressure. This means that if you press the clippers too hard the guard can bend and you\u2019ll trim a part of your beard shorter than you might have intended.<\/p>\n And that\u2019s about it. Remember to trim your mustache and your chin, as well as to give the trim a nice edge around your neck by removing the guard. Don\u2019t be too afraid of cutting yourself \u2013 as long as you don\u2019t press the naked clippers hard on your skin they shouldn\u2019t cut you. Once you\u2019ve trimmed everything and you\u2019ve done a nice edge, just wash up!<\/p>\n The last, but probably most important note for using hair clippers isn\u2019t about actually using them but about their maintenance \u2013 it\u2019s important that you clean your clippers with the brush they\u2019ve probably come with or with another brush you have in your home. Brush all excess hair from the blades and the guards to make sure that old hair doesn\u2019t build up and make its way inside the clippers. Also, use lubricating oil on the blades after every several shaves \u2013 your clippers should have a small tube of it in the box. If not \u2013 better contact the manufacturer instead of using any household oil since most of them are actually unsuitable for the job.<\/p>\n Trimming a beard with scissors instead of clippers is both more complicated and simpler at the same time. It\u2019s simpler because scissors require less maintenance \u2013 they are easier to clean and their blades are easier to inspect and judge. Using scissors for beard trimming requires skill, however- you\u2019d do best to use a comb for a guide and be very careful not misjudge the depth of the trim. Using a multi-angle mirror here is almost a must because you won’t have a free hand for a second mirror and you wouldn\u2019t want to tilt your head too much.<\/p>\n Always use sharp scissors that are small and comfortable to use \u2013 don\u2019t use kitchen or garden scissors as these are too big and cumbersome. Also, use different combs for different sections\/depths of your beard. If you want to give yourself a very short trim, make sure to be extra careful.<\/p>\n You can\u2019t really make a perfect edge with scissors so for that you can use either electric clippers or a safety razor<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Achieving the perfect beard trim is a great addition to any man\u2019s outlook but it does have its tricks and tips. Whether you want to do it with or without clippers, trimming your beard is a skill that every man learns eventually, some faster than others. So, what do you need to know about trimming beard with clippers or not? Let\u2019s go over the basics. The preparation To make the process of beard trimming as easy, effective, and quick as possible, the preparation is the first vital steps. Here are some things you probably don\u2019t want to forget: Wash your…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1237,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[233],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\t\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\nTrimming without clippers<\/h2>\n