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Turning a beard sprint into a beard marathon ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ [Beardbrand Logo]( [Beardbrand Logo]( BEARD SPRINT: WEEK 5 Congratulations! We've reached the end of the beard spint. But you've likely realized by now that growing a beard is more of a marathon. Still, if you've been growing along with us, it's worth celebrating the fact that you've stuck out longer than most. And one of the best ways to celebrate wrapping up the first month of growth is by heading to the barbershop and getting your beard shaped up by a professional. Beard hair grows unevenly, and after thirty days, your beard will benefit from having a barber even things out. However, the 30-day mark is also when many beard growers begin to run into some common beard problems, so we’ll break down how to handle each of them below. 1. PATCHES AND BALD SPOTS So after 30 days, your beard doesn’t connect fully or has bald spots? You’re not alone. Be patient and give it more time. A patchy beard at 30 days can still be thick and full at 90 days and beyond. As your beard grows longer, those bald spots may get covered up by longer hair. You may also need to give it more time in the sense that you’re still young. For most men, beard growth doesn’t really kick in until you are 25. But ultimately, a patchy beard may just be what your genetics allow. Patchy beards can still be cool when kept short — think James Franco. 2. ONGOING BEARD ITCH Beard itch is expected during the first couple of weeks of growth. But if you're experiencing beard itch beyond that, it’s likely an indication of excessive dryness to both the skin and hair. Use a gentle cleansing and conditioning combo like [Utility Wash]( and [Utility Softener]( and be careful not to wash too frequently. If not already using them, add [Utility Oil]( to your grooming routine to further condition the beard hair and skin. 3. BEARDRUFF Beardruff is what we call dandruff that comes from your beard. In most cases, beardruff is a signal that you need to exfoliate the skin beneath your beard. Treat it the same way you would for a longer beard that itches, but also brush and exfoliate with a boar’s hair [Beard Brush](. This helps remove any dead skin trapped under the hair and better distribute oil throughout the beard. If you have excessive flaking and itching that you can't get under control, you may have seborrheic dermatitis. Seborrheic dermatitis is a skin condition that many beardsmen have and treat with ease, but it won't go away unless you treat it correctly. If you’ve tried caring for flaking on your own to no avail, speak with your doctor or dermatologist. WHAT NOW? If you’re looking for some additional help with your beard or have questions about products, just text STYLE to [512-879-3297](tel:15128793297) for a free personalized consultation. We’ll be happy to help you out. [KEEP ON GROWING](     [KEEP ON GROWING]( KEEP ON GROWING KEEP ON GROWING [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Instagram]( [Custom]( Change your [email preferences]( or [unsubscribe here]( hard feelings! You can also review our privacy policy [here](. Beardbrand PO Box 4777 Austin, TX 78765 © 2023 Beardbrand ®