When it comes to menâs grooming, beard shaping and beard care is the most essential part. Growing or maintaining a beard is surely not an easy task. However, with some help from the right beard grooming products and beard shaping tools, you can easily beat your unruly beard. 

From electric razors to beard trimmers, there are so many beard grooming products and tools in the market to choose from. Here is the only guide you will need on beard tools and how to use them.

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Taking care of your beard is not only about styling it, but also about keeping it clean and healthy. For this you will need to develop a beard care routine and use the right beard care products. Apart from the products you also need to have the right beard tool kit. 

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To begin with, you will need beard care tools like a beard brush and a beard comb. These two are absolute essentials for every man with a beard longer than an inch. Trust us, you will need a detangler if you are growing or deciding to grow a beard. A beard brush is great for shaping as well, whereas a comb is great for detangling alone. If your beard is extremely dry, refrain using the brush for detangling as it can make your beard look frizzy. Another great tool is a hair dryer. Yes, you can use the same hair dryer that you use for your hair on your beard. It will shape and style your beard like magic. 

Where beard care tools are all about beard hygiene and care, beard shaping tools are what you will need on a daily basis. These will help you in styling and shaping the beard as well as caring for it. 

The simplest, most popular and the easiest of all beard shaping tools are a pair of scissors. They are a must in every manâs beard tool kit. For men with full beards, a simple pair of scissors can be the most useful in times of emergencies. However, make sure to keep a separate pair for your beard grooming routine. Also, sharing beard tools is a big no. It can pass on skin infections and is definitely not hygienic. 

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A beard trimmer is a saviour for men in the modern times. You can trim your beard at home and as per your preference. For men who arenât confident with their shaving skills, a trimmer can be easier to use in emergencies. There are many different varieties of this and we will discuss each one. 

Beard Trimmer: The most commonly used, a beard trimmer is the regular trimmer that will clean up your beard. It comes with different guard sizes that will help you achieve the desired look. Do prior research if youâre grooming for the first time, using a trimmer . This device is perfect for achieving any length of beard as you desire. 

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Electric Shaver: As the name suggests, an electric shaver will shave off your beard completely instead of only trimming it. An electric shaver comes in two varieties - dry shaver and wet shaver. As is clear by the name, a dry shaver will give you a clean shave without water or shaving foam. A wet shaver on the other hand allows you to use water and shaving cream. Most men feel their skin rejects the dry shavers because of the harshness. If youâre new to electric shaving, stick to wet shavers initially.

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Clippers: Hair clippers are great for precision shaping. They are similar to a beard trimmer but clean off larger chunks of hair. They are mostly used while cutting and styling hair. As a hack, you can use a hair clipper for a close trim for your beard as well.

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Beard Razors 

Razors are by far the most popular beard shaping tool for men. You would know what we are talking about if you like your clean shaved look more than anything else. However, there are so many different varieties of razors to choose from. Donât worry, here is all that you need to know about them. 

Cartridge Razors: A cartridge razor is by far a favourite of most men. It has mostly three sets of blades (or more) and a flexible head. These features make it super easy for regular shavers to achieve a clean and a close shave. The cartridge on the razor can be replaced when the blades turn dull. 

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Safety Razors: One of the older types of razors, a safety razor has a protective layer that comes in between your skin and the blade. A full blade is placed inside this razor. It also needs regular cleaning, which is super easy with its detachable parts.

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Straight Razors: Another one of the older kinds, a straight razor is an open blade attached to a handle. It has no protective features and requires a great set of skills. These razors were traditionally used only by barbers and stay unpopular amongst the common men even now. 

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Disposable Razors: Unlike a cartridge razor, a disposable razor has its head and body attached permanently. It can be used only once or twice, hence the name. It isnât as durable as the rest of the razors on the list.

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Now that you know the basics of beard styling and beard tools, you can confidently begin your beard journey. Invest in the right beard products and put your worries to rest!

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