Growing a beard is a rite of passage. It takes time, patience, care, and a little bit of hereditary luck. Unfortunately, it can also come with a dreaded case of beard itch.

With this potential roadblock to beard bliss, what can the average Joe possibly do to avoid scratching themselves into oblivion?

Thankfully for you and your beard, we’ve taken a deep dive into the causes of beard itch – and collected a few remedies as well – that can help you grow a more comfortable mop for your mug.

What Causes Beard Itch?

There are a lot of factors that can contribute to beard itch. These issues not only disrupt your grooming habits but they can also significantly affect your self-confidence.

New Hair Growth

Just starting a beard? The new hair can cause irritation as it pierces through the skin, leading to itchiness.

Dry Skin

Everything from harsh soaps to dehydration to environmental factors can cause the skin under your beard to become dry and flaky, causing discomfort and itching.

Ingrown Hairs

Hairs don’t have brains. That means they can sometimes curl back into the skin instead of growing outwards, leading to inflammation and itching. 

Poor Hygiene

If you don’t wash and clean your skin, dirt and oil (and even dead skin cells) can build up and cause itchiness and potential infections.

Product Irritation

Some grooming products contain harsh chemicals that can irritate the skin, leading to itching.

Environmental Factors

Exposure to harsh weather conditions, like wind or cold, can dry out the skin and hair, causing itchiness.

Flaky Skin

Similar to scalp dandruff, flaky skin can develop beneath the beard, causing irritation and itching.

Soothe the Savage Beard

No matter what causes your beard itch, we’ve got top notch products made from natural and high-quality ingredients that can tackle your issue.

Exfoliate with Face Scrub

Incorporating exfoliation (AKA a good hard scrub) into your grooming routine can remove dead skin cells and promote healthier skin and beard growth. Start by using our Every Man Jack Face Scrub 2 to 3 times a week.

Nourish with Beard Oil

Products like our Every Man Jack Beard Oil are designed to help moisturize and condition not just the beard itself, but also the skin underneath, which is often neglected. 

Moisturize with Beard Balm

Made with Candelilla Wax for styling and Shea Butter to moisturize, our Every Man Jack Beard Balm can help you make your beard behave with deep moisture and a medium hold.

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Bring Home an Itch-Free Beard

Sometimes your face feels like a desert, with nothing but tumbleweeds blowing across your cheek to keep you company.

When the dryness has you down, and it feels like the itch in your beard may finally drive you off a cliff, turn to this post and the premium ingredients in our beard-moisturizing products.

Leave itchiness behind with Face + Beard Wash, Beard Oil, Beard + Face Lotion, and the complete line of Every Man Jack beard grooming bundles.