Beard Talk
Beard Talk 2018
Guys, listen. Girls, tell them. Let's have some beard talk. Beards are great! Some find them attractive, it looks macho, and they definitely do not go out of style. To grow and maintain a beard is not easy. In fact, beard dandruff, however, is common and this can easily ruin your beard game. But why do some men have beard dandruff? How does it develop and how long will it last? Before the beard situation grows out of hand, ladies and gentlemen, read on.
Beard dandruff, also called seborrheic dermatitis or flaking skin, is a common inflammatory skin condition that is caused by one or a combination of factors such as dry skin, product irritation, an existing skin condition, diet, or a type of yeast called pityrosporum ovale that makes the skin red, cracked, and flaky. And because every skin is different, the treatments may vary as well. The most drastic and fastest way to treat beard dandruff is by shaving it all off, especially if the cause is a yeast infection. This yeast can thrive on the beard because the hair can hide it from the sun that is supposed to stop the yeast to grow, but for some who do not want to shave, here are other solutions you can try to get rid of those stubborn flakes:
Beard oil. If your skin is super dry, this might be the solution. Beard oil can keep your hair soft, moisturized, and hydrated in every use (especially Jojoba oil). Apply two to three times per day. This should keep mild dandruff off. If dandruff persists or flaking still occurs, beard oil is not for you.
Exfoliate and moisturize. Some types of skin shed faster than others, but either way, you must know how to moisturize and exfoliate properly. Use a soft cloth or konjac sponge to gently rub the skin. The key here is to be gentle. Rubbing too hard may cause more irritation. Then follow it up with applying unscented hypoallergenic moisturizer on the skin; others may opt to use beard oil for this.
Beard shampoo. Unlike ordinary shampoo that may be too drying or irritating to facial skin, companies have come up with beard shampoo that is usually milder than ordinary ones yet more hydrating for the skin. Again, this may be too mild for others and may also not work for everyone.
Baby shampoo. Some may find it effective, but like beard shampoo, it may be too mild especially for those with moderate to heavy flakes.
Anti-dandruff shampoo/Prescription shampoo. If the cause of beard dandruff is seborrheic dermatitis, the dermatologist may prescribe this to you. …
Post a Comment