Ask Your Beard Barber These Questions for the Perfect Trim

Regular beard trimming is required to maintain your facial game on point. But, if you’re not up to the task, submitting your beard to the artistic hands of a barber is also plausible. 

However, you’ll want to prepare a bit before rolling up to the barbershop. You don’t want miscommunication ruining the beautiful beard locks you’ve grown for weeks, if not months.

So we thought we’d put up a list of questions you should ask your beard barber to guarantee you get the beard you desire.

That said, here are some questions to ask your beard barber. Read on!

Can You Recommend a Style?

Different haircuts, facial shapes, and lifestyles should all be factored in when considering your beard style. Asking your barber for advice is essential if you want to leave the salon ready to confront whatever the following few weeks or months have in store. 

Does This Style Work For Me?

As previously stated, your unique facial shape determines what beard style looks better. Bringing along a picture of a specific style to your barber will set you up for a more successful trim. Furthermore, if possible, lean on the barber’s final advice. They do this for a living and are genuinely interested in not messing up your facial hair. If they do, it’s time to find a new barber.

How Can I Maintain This Style Until the Next Appointment?

Your barber should be able to give you some practical advice about trimming your beard to ensure that your new style lasts and to help you keep it well-groomed (even while you plan on growing it out). You’ll want to ask their advice on which sections of your beard are best for beard trimmers (such as the neckline and cheek lines and how to approach them) and which areas require a decent pair of beard scissors (around the top of your lip etc.) 

Even if the barber is responsible for the “major beard trimming” (especially if your beard is becoming long), you’re also in charge of general maintenance after your barber’s appointment. Not only will this keep your fresh looking clean longer, but it’ll also save you from other issues like beard split ends later on.

What Beard Products Would You Recommend?

Your barber should be able to recommend particular beard products (and may even have some in stock) as well as provide you with a broad overview of how to care for your beard. For example, if you have a very rough beard, they may advise you to use specific beard oil to soften it up (if only for the sake of your partner), such as using a beard balm during the day and the oil just at night after a shower. Also, what’s the difference between the oil and the balm? If you want to create a specific beard style, they may recommend wax or balm with a solid hold to help keep it in place throughout the day – while also keeping other potential stray hairs in place.

Conclusion

Whether you’ve been growing a beard for a long time or are new to the game and want to get it trimmed at a barbershop, you’ll need to find a skilled barber. Finding a seasoned barber who understands what they’re doing is the first step toward a long-term connection. Rather than going to generic salons where someone different cuts your beard every time you visit, pick a reputable barber who fits within your budget and stay with them.

Are you looking for the best beard trim in Brooklyn? We at Elegant barbers have the top-notch, experienced barbers to give your beard that handsome trim it deserves. Head on to our website to learn more!