Beard no longer weird

Today, among various trends coming in, the resurgence of beard is the most prevalent and pandemic one. Over the ages the tradition of beard has been prevalent and influencing. Although there had been breaks in the fad with the clean shaven look gaining more popularity, recently the beard has made its comeback. Teenagers and adults alike all over the world have begun treating facial hair as a complement to their features. The facial hair trend which gained popularity in the early 2010s continues to grow still showing no signs of decline.

Apart from good looks, beard provides men with cosmetic benefits as well, as it can hide acne or acne scars and strengthen a weak jaw line. So, it is a best substitute for make up for men. Moreover “full beards don’t leave a lot of face to pamper”. Men often use their beards to reflect strength, manliness, self-esteem, ‘swag’ and status. Beards are seemingly attached to just about every twenty-something male face you see. It is believed that a man with a beard generates dominance and lets a woman know that he can be a good protector. 

Growing beard is not an easy task though, it involves patience and perfect grooming. It adds to a man’s personality as well, as it makes him calm and somehow conscious. A man with an endurance of taking care of his beard, grooming it daily is most likely to be a calm person and a good listener. Sporting beard adds to the versatility of looks in men. No matter what, it will always be fashionable to grow a beard. 

Women too are fond of men with hairy chins, as they are thought to be wise and mature than their clean shaven peers. With the growing concern among men to follow this interesting trend there are certain products available to remove the anxiety, like beard balm which makes the beard look thicker and darker. Beard also lessens the chances of skin aging process by preventing air borne microbes from infecting the skin and provides a lasting look of youth and masculinity. However growing beard needs more hygienic care which means perfect cleansing as beard harbours more germs because facial hair is denser and easily traps dirt and germs.

Stating about the increase in the beard trends one can’t step forward without addressing “No-Shave November”, a month long journey during which participants forgo shaving and grooming in order to evoke conversation and raise cancer awareness, a month for all the men to reconcile their love for beards. 

The “World Beard Day” too has gained popularity, which is celebrated annually on an international level. It is held on the first Saturday of September and is characterised by the happiness of all people being with their beards and with each other. It is about promoting and elevating the global status of the beard. Arya Dev, 22, a DJ by profession sporting a full bearded face stated, “I feel so confident with my beard that I can’t imagine myself without my hairy chin. I think I am obsessed with it.” What if some day he wakes up and finds himself without his beard? He said that he would hide himself for months till his beard grows back.

There is a relatively clear pattern of beards coming in and out of fashion. Like the animal inspired beard ‘Goatee’, from Abraham Lincoln to Johnny Depp, this style has found its way in and out of trends. The ‘Full Beard’, which is recently seen attached to Shahid Kapoor in Udta Punjab considerably known as the classic style is among the most tempting ones. 

‘Garibaldi Beard’ also known as the statement beard, is best suited to those looking for a slightly more unkempt style. It is a wide and full beard with a rounded bottom and an integrated moustache. Spotted by many including Robert Pattinson and George Clooney, this style offers a vintage and authentic look. 

‘Friendly Mutton Chops’ referred as sideburns owned by Hugh Jackman in X-Men seems to be convincing to acquire a different look. 

‘Short Stubble’, which can be achieved by growing facial hair for a few days after shaving is one of the most popular and simple sorts of facial hair which seems to be attached to every other male.