Review (5/5): Great Hold and Light Scent
I have been using beard oil for a while, but recently, it was not making the cut and my beard was getting a little too scraggly for work. I decided to try beard balm to see if it might be able to provide some hold and tame down some of my loose hairs. I was worried that I would need a significant trim if I couldn't find a way to bring it all together, but since starting to use this balm daily, I have been able to let it grow without any thoughts about the professionalism. Below are a few comments I have to make on different aspects of this balm.
Size: This is a fairly large container. If you are looking for some size comparisons, I would say it is about the same diameter as a coffee cup and 3/4 of an inch deep. I have been using it daily for a few weeks now and still have well over 90% of the balm remaining.
Scent: As someone switching from beard oils with fairly strong scents, I initially thought this balm was scentless. I think this can be a positive or a negative depending on your preferences. If you are using a beard oil or cologne with a scent you love, this will not clash with it, but will give you the hold and conditioning you are looking for. On the other hand, if you are looking for a balm that will double as cologne, you'll probably want to buy a beard oil or some actual cologne to supplement what this will provide.
Strength: The hold is great! My beard is about an inch and a half to two inches, and this has provided the perfect amount of hold for me. It helps me to be able to do a little bit of shaping when I need to, but mostly allows my beard to be itself. It has also left my beard feeling less dry and looking a little bit healthier.
Overall, this is a great beard balm and I would recommend it to first time users or those who have tried many before. Also, I received this balm in exchange for an honest review.