As the beard starts growing, washing your beard using a regular cleanser won’t be enough to clean the beard thoroughly. Once the beard grows at least an inch long, it requires proper grooming products such as a beard shampoo and a conditioner. This will help in cleaning your beard effectively. General face washes and cleansers don’t contain natural oils to keep the hair follicles nourished and hydrated. They are designed for men who either don’t have a beard or who maintain a short stubble beard.