Review (4/5): Why you (and I) need a beard brush
Review from husband:
Why would you need a beard brush? I'm glad that you asked! I spent years with facial hair and never gave it a thought. A quick trim from time-to-time, and I thought that I was good. It's a simple life, and it's good, but the health of your beard can reflect the health of your entire body. A beard brush does several things: it exfoliates the skin underneath the beard, helping to prevent ingrown hairs and dryness. It helps to evenly distribute naturally occurring oils in the hair, and lastly, it smooths the hairs of your beard, "filling in" thinner spots on the face and leaves you with a smooth, uniform look. This oval-shaped brush fits well in the hand, and has a feeling of quality. The bristles are stiff, but that is actually a good thing, as it assists in the performance listed above. If you have sensitive skin or have never used a brush on your face before, use a light touch. I like to brush out my beard before bed, and anytime I need to look good.
The balm has a light scent that is pleasant, but isn't overly masculine. It has a thick, waxy consistency out of the jar, and can take a bit of work to melt in the hands. Once applied to the beard however, it moisturizes nicely, and leaves no oily residue. Facial hair can get brittle and have split ends, and a high quality conditioner/balm like this one is worth buying. Make the investment and take the time to put your best face forward.