Top 5 Beard Mistakes to AVOID! 

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6. Don't use too much oil 7. Don't listen to your own negative thoughts 8. Remain positive, patient and committed 9. Stay away from "growth products " 10. Don't sit in any barber chair without communicating what you are trying to achieve. They may know what's in style and what they think is good for you but in the end you know your face and beard and you are the one that has to live with it. 11. Don't make the mistake of not listening to Dan.

If you trim and get an oopsie, don’t beat yourself up and cut or shave it all off. Work with it until it grows out. It’s usually not as bad as you think and you’ll be farther ahead in growing it out. It took me 2 months to grow out a bad trim, but would’ve taken a year to grow back from a clean shave.

Mistake #6 is taking the whole thing too seriously, overthinking it all and not having fun with it. Enjoy the process and it’s so much better!

I've gotten some passive aggressive comments on my beard, and they never really bothered me. My wife did not want me to grow it out, but when I made the decision I let her know that this is one subject that is non-negotiable, and now she actually loves it and is obsessed with it.

Teaching people the proper way to do "things" is key, but explaining why we shouldn't do or use certain "things" can be just as valuable. Thanks for making this video!

Patience is key! Make sure to provide enough time for trimming and styling. The times I messed my beard up the most I was rushing and took to much off. If you do not have enough time do it another day!

Trichotillomania, also known as trich, is when someone cannot resist the urge to pull out their hair. Usually caused by stress. I 100% agree with internal health

At my work place there was a part in the handbook that you must be clean shaven...well i went with that for awhile then i started out with a moustache goatee...then decided to go full on beard..my boss asked about it and i told him i was going for the Santa look and to be a Santa..well he loved that idea and it broke the ice for others to have beards and they actually have hired many now with beards...WOOT TO THE BEARD.....love this vid as always DanC..stay bearded and stay positive

Being impatient.. People tell me they can’t grow a beard and immediately give up.. I say “let it gooooooo” You just need to practice good routine.. Beard oil and tips/tricks and it will happen.. You just have to get past the awkward stage.. Be patient! Let it grow!

Great video! Thanks Dan C

Awesome video Dan! Great list for sure! 💯

A big thing for me was learning my climate. Living in FL it is HUMID. Using thicker beard oils, balms, butter or waxes in the morning makes my face and beard a greasy mess all day. Using lighter oils only in the morning has drastically changed how my beard looks and feels. Great video as always

All great information!

Loved these tips! Thanks a lot!!

Great advice and a great video. 👍

One of my biggest problems is picking at my beard. You run your hand through your beard, feel a hair that doesn’t feel right, and you pick at it. I’ve ended up with a floor full of beard hairs and an uneven side of my beard. Try to avoid this temptation.

Great advice as always Dan C! I always appreciate and enjoy watching your videos thanks man.

Good video Dan C I've definitely fallen into a few of these inexperienced fails listening to inexperienced people their self who acted like they actually knew. Definitely got some good tips today thanks for all you do for us 💯

Don't assume that the beard you have when you're 20 is going to be the beard you have for the rest of your life. If it's patchy at a younger age, don't give up, getting some mileage can do wonders for your beard growth. I didn't realize my beard's full potential until I was in my late 40's. If it's thin or just not growing the way you think it should, give it time.

Probably the most important advice I’ve seen yet! I’m watching Dan exclusively now. I’ve committed many of the wrong things like improper comb/combing, beard oil over use, I even watched some else’s video who suggested I trim my beard using a #3 and # 6 guide to make it look longer. Guess what? I lost a lot of length, I now have waves and dips at the jawline. Save yourself some time, effort and heartache and watch all Dan’s videos. It’s worth his wisdom.

Awesome video! Dan.

Another great video for those awesome guys who are looking for guidance in there amazing beard journey. Thank you again trusted teacher!

Thanks Dan CB, as always good information for the bearded masses. Peace

Great advice! Thank you

very interesting! Thanks for the tips!

Wholeheartedly agree with the entire list! Great advice that everyone should take!

Great content my guy! Subscribed immediately

Been watching your videos for a while and they have the most positive influential content on beards. They have helped me stay positive in my beard growth. Keep growing and Keep the content coming.

Found your channel and am loving all the wisdom you are dispensing! You’ve answered so many of my questions. Would love to see a video about how to groom when traveling or camping since you can’t haul all that stuff with you!

Another great video. Asa. Newbie to the neared lifestyle I enjoy all the advice.

Thanks Dan, another great video ! What other people think or say about me is none of my business. Water consumption is my only issue. Since I retired from what was a very stressful job, what you mentioned has allowed me to notice a difference in my growth and strength of my beard. Tools are definitely one of the most important. Thanks again.

This is awesome thank you God bless you I've been waiting for something like this

Awesome Dan👍💯

Doing some more catching up on these very helpful videos Dan! Thank you again for another great tip.., for sure! 👍

Great tips Dan. I may not always comment, but I see, like, and obtain what's for me. Good content.

Using too much product was a huge thing for me when I first started this journey, as well as when and how to use product. Thank God for your channel!

Dan you mentioned water and I just want to share something that I experience with all the time. As crazy as it sounds but when I don’t drink my gallon of water my sleep is off. When I do drink my water I sleep heavy. I always get compliments on my beard and they ask me “What do you to make it look like that?”. My response is look up Dan C Bearded to help you learn about your beard, recommend Beard companies that may work for them and to look for the best companies that will work for there beard and drink lots of water and to take care of your health. Thanks dude! 🫡🇺🇸

I've been growing a full beard since I was 17. Besides jobs & school, I don't think anyone has ever asked when I'm gonna shave. I'm known as the beard guy in my circle. Good tips

First time grower here. I appreciate this video so much! Subbed! 🔥

Awesome compilation of info as always Sir! Huge fan of Chicago combs, just ordered an Aberlite pro to try to tame those crazy mustache hairs etc instead of the tempting “pluck” (15% off w Dans code👊) thanks for making community better cheers!

Great video Dan. #6- If you want a medium to long beard you gotta get through the awkward stage. For me the 1st month and a 1/2 is not awkward, it looks good. But from about 2 to 4 months my beard is sticking straight out in a lot of places. It's not horrible but it's not what I would like for a beard. But as it gets longer and starts to hang down it's a game changer. And I love my beard now. I trim it every few weeks with scissors and keep it at about a 5 to 6 month length.. and that's how I like it.

Thanks for this positive video! Appreciate the emphasis on physical and mental health aspects.

Great video Dan C - Until I found this channel I had no idea what I was doing and made the mistake of trimming my neck line and cheeks line. Since joining this community and following the trusted = master of beards Dan C my beard journey has simply been amazing and loving every minute of it and especially love that I have full /total support of my wife Danielle and involved in my journey- Thank you Dan C Appreciate all that you do .

Man I wish I was watching your videos years ago. But I’m thankful I am now. I just got a Kent comb for Xmas and yes, makes a world of difference. Stay bearded brothers!

thanks man! I subscribed today.😊

Good advice. You get tired of the snide remarks but solider on. It develops confidence and character. I feel sorry for the guys that walk around with the face cover beard because they were told it's "professional".

Love this video

Great advice Dan! I think all beardsmen need to see this.

helpfull video, Thank you Sir!

You really good at explaining the right way to grow beard. I always recommend your videos to people that want to know more. 👍🏽✅

I'm growing out my beard, and I need to learn how to care for it. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

I was a trimmer / shaper till I found your channel. Now my beard is playing catch up but looking much better and fuller now. Thank You! For all you do. - Ken

Hey Dan I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for you and your videos if it wasn’t for you I would have thrown in the towel already I’ve been growing my beard since September 2022 so you know everything I’ve been going through from just not looking good to people’s negative comments if it wasn’t for all your advice I would not be having my beard that I’m starting to love. The way you speak and teach is awesome please continue with your teachings and once again THANK YOU SO MUCH !!

Great list Dan! It's also a mistake not to allow plenty of time and have patience with your beard. There can be times when it feels like it's not growing or styling the way you want. Persevere! Don't, whatever you do, give up and shave. It'll get better just be patient!

Great video Dan! It is crazy how important proper water intake is for my beard health, night and day difference. I also mix up heat routine to good results, sometimes use heated bush near the end of styling and sometimes near the beginning then blow dry. Beard seems to respond well when mixing up the routine. Thanks Dan great topic 👍👊

Your insight on relationships and appearance is gold man. Damn near 20 years on married now, and thats exactly how we look at it. Be happy, be healthy, follow your heart and your style.

Thank you Dan for the 5 beard mistakes to avoid! Great stuff. My greatest takeaway was #5 avoid what others think/say about your beard. I couldn't agree with you more. It's my beard. As long as I am happy with it, that's all that matter what other people think or say. That's huge! Thanks for all you do, you're very much appreciated.

Good morning, Dan.

Ty. I like how you teach.

Thank you!

Thanks dude 🙏

Thank you so much for your input I really appreciate what you was talking about I was doing the opposite of what you said.i will definitely be changing my ways.again thank you so much 🎉😊

Awesome video Dan Great Information here.

Bro!!! You just changed my life. I’ve been under the impression that heat was bad for my beard. A warm blow dry makes it so much better, but I stopped using it, because of apparent misinformation. Thank you!

Bro I love your channel 💪

True so many people have something negative to say about my beard growth it bothers me it’s my face leve me alone

I have a lot of people in my life who hate my beard and fill their minds with selfish narratives about why they think I wear my beard. One of them being they think I want to hide my face. First of all, that's never a man's prerogative for wearing their beard. Second of all, my beard makes me happy and confident, and I couldn't care less about what people who hate my beard think of it. Let men grow and wear their beards whenever they want.

Great stuff Dan! The biggest mistake I’ve made is trying to fix a trim mistake. Before I knew it, half my beard was gone. If you mess up, JUST STOP. Growth will cover it.

Dan the Bearded Guru! Your advice especially on stress & water intake are key! I recently upgraded to that carbon fiber comb and it’s fantastic! I had a wooden comb before with teeth to narrow. I almost went bone comb but glad I choose carbon fiber. Keep it up Dan!

Beard octane has a leave in conditioner, but is always out of stock! I use beard octane oil during the day and the beard butter at night. My wife loves the envy scent!

Dude I've been going through some stuff and this video helped a lot! I'm 34 and I've been baby faced my whole life but I finally decided to start growing a beard and I'm really excited about it! I got a little push back from my family early on but they are on board now. I'm one month in and things are looking okay but only time will tell. Thanks in advance for all the tips I'll learn from you!

Hair naturally grows from your face... it's a part of you... it completes you... which is why you look better with it... when others ask me when am I going to shave it off... I simply respond with when are you going to grow it out...

My new Chicago combs arrived 2 days ago... Between those n my Kent combs I'll never need another ever again... Wish I'd got them soon though. It's been at least 15 months since my last trim too

Thank you for this! I had to tell my wife this is what makes me happy and feel good about myself that was the end of that conversation! I told her I never question her makeup or hair style so don't tell me what to do with my beard.

I bought a wide tooth carbon fiber comb from Chicago combs (i think) on Amazon. I love it so much I bought another.

Ya I remember forgetting my kent comb at home on vacation once and using a cheap plastic one and It was pulling my hair! I didnt even notice how much better the good quality combs are until i compared

So far love the chanel, How do i get one of the hats your wearing.

Nice information as usual dan c i would like to add one tip which is applying mustard oil on beard believe me i am using since a month on my 7 inches beard and i didn't even feel to apply balm or butter to that. All day it's nourished deeply till next day. I believe as we use mustard oil for cooking so we can also use it for beard pure mustard oil on damp beard nothing else I feel need of.

I just got started on my beard growth journey. I’ve been researching how to fill in patchiness, how to make it softer, thicker, and look nicer. I have a morning routine and a nighttime routine. But I can say my patchiness is going away and it’s honestly softer than ever. I’m gonna try to go for the yeard

Thanks Dan, I've been thru the fifth

Good stuff

Solid advice

I had an experience the opposite to your 'funeral home comb'. I bought a Swiss army knife online, and the seller in his generosity included a free comb. But not what you're thinking... it was a Kent!!!

I stopped shaving in December of 2013. I think the biggest mistake I made was not giving it enough time to just grow before trimming it. I thought that because it didn't look good in the first 2 weeks, it was never going to. Boy was I wrong, just let it go and don't touch it for *at least* 90 days.

Contrary to what you said, my one beard mistake I would tell someone is don’t use heat everyday, if I’m not going out and it’s a lazy day I’m not using heat, awesome vid👍🏽

Hi Dan C What is your opinion on wooden beard combs? I am new in the beard growing and love your video's. I am currently using a beard brush as the beard is still short but once it gets longer would you recommend a good wooden comb?

Except for the sections that started “… mistake to avoid is avoiding …”, which were brutal on my brain, I think you covered the issues very well. Please allow me to say a lot about “pushing in on the jaw line (to avoid dips)”. Your videos about the erroneous emphasis on beard oil “for the skin” and letting your tools do the work cover this. I want to share what has proven effective for my beard. When I applied beard oil “to the skin under my beard” I never felt any oil was reaching my skin. I only felt my fingers going over the hairs. I concluded that advice to use a comb or brush to spread the oil to skin and throughout beard is good advice - at least is seems so for my beard, and I feel it on my skin. I comb or brush slowly and gently (to avoid tangles and breakage) in 3 steps to distribute oil and eliminate dips: First, with gentle skin contact, move down to where my beard starts on my neck. Second, up from there. Third, straight down past the jaw line with no skin contact from there to the end of my beard.

Hi there Dan, great video, I wonder if the Chicago Combs is good since provided manufactured with a mold without post processing by hand?

My own biggest former problem over trimming and I now have stopped except for my lining I study on top of that but also I've been using a beard straightner use a good Argonne oil to help it not ruin your beard or damage from the heat although I have recently started using a blow dryer I like it more it helps hold down the stragglers all day and straightens so well as long as I use my beard oil and butter start on hot dry then after you done styling use cool dry setting then it will stay in that style

Very good!!! Especially the don’t care what others think. My hairstylist wife hates my beard. She will trim it and take way too much off. So I do it myself mostly: no trimming except to even out the side to side; my right side grows slower and is thinner because of chemo and radiation treatment.

I used to wash my beard with body wash soap until I started watching your channel about 3 years ago, and you did a video talking about why you shouldn't use head shampoo or body soap to wash my beard.

Hello Dan, I came across your youtube channel not to long ago wanting to grow my beard as much as possible just like yours. I'm still 19 and I'm still in experienced and I just want to ask a couple questions. How do I start to make a routine for my beard? I'm hoping that I can match my beard routine products with my hair products. I've already started using only coconut oil for both since I know it has some benefits but my beard still isn't as soft as I would like with my hair. Can you recommend something else that is cheap and reliable for both my beard and hair? Any kind of help would be great. Hopefully I can learn a lot from you and many others in this community.

Omg I so started out with that crappy comb.I use wood comb now

The Wet Brush has been the greatest tool I have ever used for my beard. For longer beards a Wet Brush is a must for tangle free brushing.

I was the worst at trimming my neckline and trimming in general. I didn't want to go through that goofy looking phase to get a longer beard...I've finally learned as long as my wife and I are in in it together goofy is ok to get the beard I want!

#5 really hit home.

I bought a boar bristle brush . It's amazing...

Fifth mistake is a huge one. If you want to grow a beard you literally have to let it go and let it grow. Too many people don't have the patience or self-assurance to ignore negative feedback from others, especially family and friends. And they just end up trimming it too short or shaving it. I'd say give it at least two months, whether it's patchy or not, and just see how much progress you make in two months before doing any sort of trimming or shape-ups (try not to go to the barber or trim it yourself until at least two months. And continue along with that rule if you want to grow it even longer and longer).

Yes very enjoyable. Great Job w/what mistakes to avoid. Those black combs “funeral Combs” they used to hand those out every year in my Middle School-High School on picture day. I’m blaming them for my bald head lol Just kidding