Sly Bald Guys Forum
Head Shaving, Grooming & Care => Beards => Topic started by: Beardman on August 09, 2012, 10:57:39 PM
-
I can't believe there isn't a thread on this already!
I will kick it off, I took this picture today when I was trying to gage how long my bead has actually got. I think this is an epic shot of my beard!
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg819.imageshack.us%2Fimg819%2F815%2Fimag0392y.jpg&hash=228546684157ad784f80d9e5f580b1eed13df7a3)
Now it's your turn, show us your beard!
-
I for one bow to your beard :o !!!
-
You are from now on ALWAYS right i believe you beardman :o www.uncyclopedia.wikia.com/wiki/Beards ,and i won't lie to you any more :-\
-
I really love this wiki site, I can understand why you reference it all the time, it is a really good laugh!
-
You are Absolutely Positively right !Nobody can dispute that now -well said !!!
-
Here this one is for you Legend O0 www.youtube.com/watch?v=RmFnarFSj_U
-
Haha, that is one of my favourite bands!!! I reference them all the time. This was the first song I ever heard of theirs, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DomdP91vUXQ (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DomdP91vUXQ) sorry about the quality, I could only find a live recording.
-
That is one hell of a beard you have there mate, looking awesome. How long did that take?
-
Cheers mate. I get asked this question all the time, I have had a beard of sorts since I was 20-21 so it is hard to say, but it did get quite a severe pruning at some stage this year, if I remember rightly I took a good inch and a bit off it. just so that it would grow more evenly, it used to look very light on in the back (so to speak) if you were looking through it from the front.
-
Wow Beardman, that is one epic beard! You must go through quite a bit of shampoo.
-
compared to the average sly guy, I guess I do haha!
-
Beardman, do you ever braid it up, or stuff like that, or let just it sway like low hanging fruit (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-QRZpligDOs) all the time?
-
Great beard - - - -this is as far as I go - - - -
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs24.postimg.org%2Foecn77uud%2F002.jpg&hash=b500a99c7109445e78d03b44926223c941f1d16e) (http://postimage.org/)
-
I have got my sister to do it once, but she did it in a tight braid and I didn't like it too much. I think it would look better loosely braided... I am going to have to give it a try again now. I do like pulling it out into 2 fox tails though. But most of the time it just hangs out like that
-
I agree, your beard is epic Beardman....respect. Too bad I can't post my beard because I could never grow a decent one.
-
Great beard, Beardman
That looks like you can have feel the weight of it hanging of your chin...
-
If I could, I am used to it well and truely by now haha
-
Here's my shaggy scruffy mess. Really gotta tidy 'er up. ;D
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs15.postimage.org%2Fr98rb1avv%2Fimagejpeg_2.jpg&hash=8beb4d612ec5753fa55f0fec87f449ddb095d939)
-
You may see a mess, but I see potential haha!
Thanks for sharing O0
-
Beard man, you need a white T-shirt under that beard for he photo to show it odd. Hard to see a dark beard on a dark shirt. I'd like to see just how full and long that thing is.
-
I might own a lighter t-shirt... haha. I will see what I can do for you!
-
Had a one of the MMA fighters that train at my gym come up to me today and compliment me on my beard. I have never been good at receiving compliments, but it seems these days I seem to be getting more and more. Mainly on my beard, and occasionally on my head. but the beard certainly seems to be an eye catcher.
-
Here's my shaggy scruffy mess. Really gotta tidy 'er up. ;D
Natedawg, that is a fine beard with yet more potential. Keep going.
Only large German beers can cover my large beard - as in my latest profile pic.
Yep, went to Germany and their beers are BIG.
-
And they look very tasty too!
-
And they look very tasty too!
German beer is big and tasty.
Between you, me and the SBG forum, there's something quite satisfying about beer foam clinging to the 'tache.
-
Thanks, Jules. I'm actually going to trim mine all back a bit (not a lot, trust me!). Needs to be cleaned up and re-trained to grow in the right direction. I lost my 2 combs a while back, and haven't been bothering to buy new ones, or do any other kind of upkeep since. Now it's kind of ornery. :px That's what I get for being the lazy man that I am.
Between you, me and the SBG forum, there's something quite satisfying about beer foam clinging to the 'tache.
Not possible for me to agree any more with you, my good man. That beer in your picture definitely does look big and tasty. Is it possible to drink it all fast enough before it gets too warm? ;D ....Of course. I'm sure it is. >:D
-
Go easy on that beard trimming, Natedawg.
Go to a barber instead for a monthly beard trim. He knows me now. Step into the barbers, he looks at my bald head and growing beard simply says "Beard trim ?"
As you'd expect that big German beer got drunk to quick to get warm. More beer followed...
-
Here's my work in progress. I'm not sure what I want to do with it, but my girlfriend says I'm NOT cutting it, lol.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fv718%2Fblk02banshee%2F2012-08-21_19-47-20_812.jpg&hash=35d7a1bcbecfc100e64e1d86dbf1a33e9e011974)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fv718%2Fblk02banshee%2F2012-08-21_19-46-48_206.jpg&hash=2067f09aa10da89681ec3db1e6a6541594916fbf)
-
unique look...welcome!
-
Looks good. O0
-
Another brother with a massive beard, that is what I like to see! O0
You most certainly not cut it haha, I think you might even peg me in length too!
@ Jules, Very true on all counts mate, hoping to sink a couple of frothies over the weekend!
@Nate, a little trim to keep it in line is never a bad thing. I don't think I will be doing a major hedging any time soon, I've gone mine growing pretty much how I want it for now.
-
Beardman, I think it would be a good thing for me at this point. It's getting wild and untamed ;D.
A most excellent beard, HEAD. Very impressive! O0
-
Having a major 'I love my beard' moment. It's full bodied, lush and deep of character. It's taken 4 months of growing and periodic visits to the barber for a shape and trim. Really wish I'd grown a beard years ago, but didn't think it was possible or suitable. But late than never.
Bit curious to know what I would have looked like with hair and beard. But will only ever know the beard and bald look.
Might grow it some more....
-
Might grow it some more....
Sounds like a plan to me. O0
-
Might grow it some more....
Sounds like a plan to me. O0
Pleased the way the beard is holding shape.
It's the slow growing process and little shaping and trimming here and there. And give it time, plenty of time, and you get a nice rewarding characterful beard on your face. Worth all the effort.
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fsphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net%2Fhphotos-snc7%2F421765_10151438904604128_502285754_n.jpg&hash=d3e4ee3784ecfdfc0b600109c636ee5606883756)
About 8 months of growth here. Not sure just how far I'll let it go.
-
Getting beard envy!! I try and grow mine out but then trim it back after a few months as I feel it looks messy! I also tend to find my beard gets a direction two it and kinda flows towards my righthand side :/O
-
About 8 months of growth here. Not sure just how far I'll let it go.
Bear in mind that the little one is gonna love to play with that! 8)
-
Cut mine down with a 1-guard today....was tired of the "chinstrap" and wanted to go wider.....it will be worth it, my goal is to have a thicker, wider beard by my sister's wedding on February 23rd....there will be other sly bearded guys in the wedding and I want to fit right in.....
-
@MrJules: Your beard is coming along nicely O0 As long as you are feeling like it can grow longer let it :D I am kind of scared at how far I am willing to take mine...
@Vash: That is an awesome looking beard man, there is just something I like about a good ginger beard... It always reminds me of a Scottish guy or a lumberjack rofl
Getting beard envy!! I try and grow mine out but then trim it back after a few months as I feel it looks messy! I also tend to find my beard gets a direction two it and kinda flows towards my righthand side :/O
Mine almost splits into 2 even parts sometimes... I like it O0
@Harry: I'm sure by February you will have an awesome beard for the wedding, you have plenty of time to train and tame it O0
-
@MrJules: Your beard is coming along nicely O0 As long as you are feeling like it can grow longer let it :D
Thanks Beardman. Think I've reached the limit of how far I want to grow it. Latest pic shows a recent visit to the barber. I've lost the chops, though there was not much there anyway !
-
I really like the new look mate. I don't think I've seen a beard quite like that before O:O I always say that eventually you will find the length that you like best and you are proof of that, I'm still working on my ideal length haha.
-
I really like the new look mate. I don't think I've seen a beard quite like that before O:O I always say that eventually you will find the length that you like best and you are proof of that, I'm still working on my ideal length haha.
Thanks Beardman. It's taken quite a few months to reach an idea look and length.
Have you considered going to the barbers ? He might be happy to shape your beard and advise.
Oh, just realised that I have been bald for 8 months as of yesterday (6 Oct 2012). Very smooth shave this morning and plenty of shine. :)
-
I have considered the idea, and I'm sure I'll get there one day, hopefully in the not so distant future! 8 months, that's awesome mate, I just ticked over my 4 months on the 2nd
-
I've decided to turn mine into a long goatee with short beard surrounding it. I just started the beard about 4 weeks ago and plan to let that part go another 2-4 weeks and then maintain that part at whatever the length ends up being.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FRandom%2FIMG_1413.jpg&hash=412dd33732a1720059b8acb9db690653d1188a88)
I was at a bar tonight that was holding a Halloween night and I did not dress up, but there was another guy there who had a simple costume that was basically me. Although he was wearing a hat with a fake ponytail he had a fake long goatee on his chin and the funny thing was that the fake goatee was shorter than mine. :)
The goat really soaks up cigarette odor too and anytime I'm in a place like this bar with cigarette smoke it ends up smelling like an ashtray until I take a shower. Maybe it's because it's right under my nose but I think it soaks up odor more than my clothing does. I don't think I could tolerate this goatee if I was an actual smoker!
-
Rusty, it's good to see the actual YOU! Great looking facial hair you've got there! You ought to consider using that photo as your profile pic instead of that cartoon!
-
Outstanding growth O0. Is the goat still growing or are you at terminal length?
Hear you on the smoke. Even a short beard seems to absorb smoke odors. I am happier when we go to smoke free establishments for that reason alone, not to mention eye irritation and a cleaning bill for clothes. I have found that when we use the smoker outside for ribs, etc., the smell stays until I shampoo. That's a "good" smell, but after several hours it gets old.
-
I sure do like that ! ZZ top in younger days . Cool O0
-
Rusty, it's good to see the actual YOU! Great looking facial hair you've got there! You ought to consider using that photo as your profile pic instead of that cartoon!
But that's the REAL Rusty Shackleford! I can't get rid of him! :*))
-
Outstanding growth O0. Is the goat still growing or are you at terminal length?
I don't think it's terminal yet because the ends of most of the longest hairs show a cut off tip and I'd imagine that if I was at or near terminal length then most of the hairs would taper off at the tip because they'd have never been cut.
I've nipped a few individual hairs here and there due to split ends, but aside from that I'm going to see how long it will get in the goatee. I'd like to cut off 2"-3" from the bottom so that it's straighter across and more consistent (it would make the tip more manageable), but I can't bring myself to do it since I'm curious to see how long it will go and that would set back progress 4-6 months.
-
I sure do like that ! ZZ top in younger days . Cool O0
Maybe I can become the 3rd Z!
-
I'd like to cut off 2"-3" from the bottom so that it's straighter across and more consistent (it would make the tip more manageable), but I can't bring myself to do it since I'm curious to see how long it will go and that would set back progress 4-6 months.
Definately wouldn't do that or even risk that until you feel certain that it's terminal. I have a memory of a picture of my great grandfather from a portrait in my grandfather's house of his beard, as I remember about upper chest level, but cut straight across like a knife cut. It probably showed the artist's work particularly since I don't recall any issues with curling etc., but it was the most fascinating painting I remember. I'm trying to find out which cousin has it, but I'd love to have a copy as a model to work toward. Meanwhile the wife isn't happy with the grow out now at about 1 & 3/4" at the chin level, remembering your advice that it took 3-4" to get to the point that it can be "pinned up and controlled". We'll see how far I can grow without total domestic war.
-
Here's mine which started on Father's Day weekend. (Disclaimer): I one-guarded it down last month, but these pictures were taken today.
-
Looks good there bro..
-
Beardman, I also like your fine beard. I didn't realize how thick and such it is . As I believe Zed said. A lighter shirt would show it off more.
I like longer beard's as long as they are taken care of. LOL , but that is just age. I get a kick out of the new tele show with the duck callers, and their beards. I have had many over the years, but always use good shampoo, conditioner, especially when riding the Harley. It got so nice and soft and Split in the middle. Going down the road. Sure did get alot of waves from people. ;D Sorry no pictures but if you google Popcorn Sutton , you will get a good idea. ;) 8)
Have a Great Day! You guys with beards keep Rocken ;) !
-
SirHarry, your beard is looking awesome!
@theman, I have been meaning to take one in a lighter shirt, but you see, I normally only wear band shirts, and I only buy them in black, so it's hard to get an impromptu beard shot.
-
Not a problem Beardman. I have a few white t-shirts but very few. But it was interesting to see how long your beard really it. ;) And still has plenty of color.
-
My profile picture dates back to March of this year. I shaved it off into a van dyke, and am currently regrowing it to full beard again. Let's see how long I will keep it this time.
-
Not a problem Beardman. I have a few white t-shirts but very few. But it was interesting to see how long your beard really it. ;) And still has plenty of color.
I am only 26 lol, but yes, there is still a lot of colour to it, I seem to have at least 1 strand of every colour in my beard f you look at it really closely, I don't know if that is normal or not but I think it is pretty cool none the less :D
-
Not a problem Beardman. I have a few white t-shirts but very few. But it was interesting to see how long your beard really it. ;) And still has plenty of color.
I am only 26 lol, but yes, there is still a lot of colour to it, I seem to have at least 1 strand of every colour in my beard f you look at it really closely, I don't know if that is normal or not but I think it is pretty cool none the less :D
Beardman, having different colored hairs in facial hair is not uncommon. It is also not uncommon for the facial hair to be a different color from the head hair (like we should know.) It all adds character to the beard.
-
Some of us have more character than we need. :-\
-
And some of us are all character! 8)
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi125.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fp75%2Fothervoicez%2F859C722B-790C-495B-AB38-6AB23F23B422-4605-0000014C2649DE60.jpg&hash=5c9ca702db0612db8bed2bff7d6aa0282f5953c2)
Just me...
-
One more for good measure
"Get it... Measure... Hahaha"
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi125.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fp75%2Fothervoicez%2FED6C05CE-BC6B-434A-954C-52D675F28245-4605-0000014C24AD4B4A.jpg&hash=36e4b4cde1671e969cc7a4fe13eae787c418894a)
-
And some of us are all character! 8)
And some of us are quickly catching up. ;)
-
And some of us are all character! 8)
And some of us are quickly catching up. ;)
Is white in the beard "character" or just taxes on the wages of sin? >:D
-
And some of us are all character! 8)
And some of us are quickly catching up. ;)
Is white in the beard "character" or just taxes on the wages of sin? >:D
In terms of "character," I wasn't merely referring to grey and white (although I do find it pretty awesome when it grays in a nice way.) There are people who have a different color beard than their own head hair (something we do not quite know about.) There are others who have different colored hairs merely scattered around. A bizarre example of the latter: you cannot tell, but I actually have a few reddish-brown hairs in my beard. To the general public, all they see is black (then again, anyone else to notice that would be too close in my personal space.)
-
And some of us are all character! 8)
And some of us are quickly catching up. ;)
Is white in the beard "character" or just taxes on the wages of sin? >:D
Yes. ;)
-
they call me ole red beard argggh :P
-
K , here it is ! I thought about growing my beard back, and keeping stubble. I like Dalmation Dog's but not on my ole face. There is absolutly no way I am doing that ;D so going to try Mutton Chops, lol , the Dalmation thing also goes with the goat.
Have a Great Day/Night whatever ~ The saying now days ;D ;D
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.yuku.com%2Fimage%2Fjpg%2F61136ad56f807e4d7a870189901616d81f44617d_r.jpg&hash=2a9a9a1ffc1c8e88142222534196871110fac427)
-
Looks good, imaginary. O0
I got mine trimmed today, but the barber took off a little more than I really wanted him to:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2FNov%25202012%2FNov320123.jpg&hash=3d277d11e7a3011c471f398a818d293049695d73)
-
Lookin' good guys!
I got mine trimmed today, but the barber took off a little more than I really wanted him to
That is my biggest fear about trying out a barber, at least if I mess up it's my fault...
-
Lookin' good guys!
I got mine trimmed today, but the barber took off a little more than I really wanted him to
That is my biggest fear about trying out a barber, at least if I mess up it's my fault...
Not a big deal in my case; it will grow back in a week or two. I don't have as much length to lose as you do. :)
-
Lookin' good guys!
I got mine trimmed today, but the barber took off a little more than I really wanted him to
That is my biggest fear about trying out a barber, at least if I mess up it's my fault...
Not a big deal in my case; it will grow back in a week or two. I don't have as much length to lose as you do. :)
That's true, If they were to slip up I would lose months of growth haha
-
I have a recurring dream where I'm trimming my beard and accidentally end up cutting it all off before I realize what is happening. I hate that dream; it's always a relief to wake up and find out it isn't real. :)
-
I have a recurring dream where I'm trimming my beard and accidentally end up cutting it all off before I realize what is happening. I hate that dream; it's always a relief to wake up and find out it isn't real. :)
First of all, thank you. I'm trying to keep this style longer than a month this time around.
Regarding your comment, I live in an "urban" environment. Pencil mustaches and very carved out beards are the norm among Hispanics. I've had the recurring dream where I had that look. Much like you, major relief when I wake up, and touch my face.
-
I have a recurring dream where I'm trimming my beard and accidentally end up cutting it all off before I realize what is happening. I hate that dream; it's always a relief to wake up and find out it isn't real. :)
Oh dear me.
Had something similar. A few months ago, had a recurring dream that my hair had grown back on my head. That's stopped now.
-
I have a recurring dream where I'm trimming my beard and accidentally end up cutting it all off before I realize what is happening. I hate that dream; it's always a relief to wake up and find out it isn't real. :)
Oh dear me.
Had something similar. A few months ago, had a recurring dream that my hair had grown back on my head. That's stopped now.
I've had that one too. The challenge in that dream is to find a razor and get rid of the hair before someone sees it and says,."Why don't you keep it?" :)
-
Good ones gents ! That really would get me hair on my head. Razor X, and Imaginary you both look great with the trim. O0
-
I have a recurring dream where I'm trimming my beard and accidentally end up cutting it all off before I realize what is happening. I hate that dream; it's always a relief to wake up and find out it isn't real. :)
I've lived that nightmare, that is how I ended up with the van dyke look...
-
I have a recurring dream where I'm trimming my beard and accidentally end up cutting it all off before I realize what is happening. I hate that dream; it's always a relief to wake up and find out it isn't real. :)
I've lived that nightmare, that is how I ended up with the van dyke look...
Didn't turn out too bad, though. ;)
-
new winter beard. might keep it for a while boyfreind likes it alot.
-
new winter beard. might keep it for a while boyfreind likes it alot.
That's a good bald and beard look.
As you can see, personally, I'm no great fan of the b & b look. ;)
-
You guys asked for a photo in a lighter shirt and I finally got my new phone/camera, so here it is:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FOZxUG.jpg&hash=91c7c9d5b18f38b7fca7f9b0c7a304e8b7447aff)
I've almost got that cherished combover... LOL
The quality is a bit average because I used the forward facing camera... why they would make it lower quality then the rear camera is beyond me...
-
Great looking beards, everyone!
Here is a recent pic of mine:
-
That is an awesome looking beard! I've got a little bit of beard envy haha O0
-
OC and Beardman...Nice beards guys! Beardman, I didn't know you had an orange beard! ;D
-
Great Beards, gents. O0
-
I have a recurring dream where I'm trimming my beard and accidentally end up cutting it all off before I realize what is happening. I hate that dream; it's always a relief to wake up and find out it isn't real. :)
First of all, thank you. I'm trying to keep this style longer than a month this time around.
Regarding your comment, I live in an "urban" environment. Pencil mustaches and very carved out beards are the norm among Hispanics. I've had the recurring dream where I had that look. Much like you, major relief when I wake up, and touch my face.
I think these dreams come from the mind trying to adapt to the fact that the body doesn't match up with the way it thinks it ought to be. I had LASIK in 2003 and for a couple years following that I would have dreams where my vision returned to the way it was before the surgery. I think the brain takes a while to truly accept new norms like that.
-
You guys asked for a photo in a lighter shirt and I finally got my new phone/camera, so here it is:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FOZxUG.jpg&hash=91c7c9d5b18f38b7fca7f9b0c7a304e8b7447aff)
I've almost got that cherished combover... LOL
The quality is a bit average because I used the forward facing camera... why they would make it lower quality then the rear camera is beyond me...
Nice length! That looks a lot better with a light colored shirt behind it. I have done that combover trick to give myself an instant beard too.
I think the forward facing cameras are lower res because they're used mainly for video conferencing where as the other is attempting to take photos like a digital camera.
-
OC and Beardman...Nice beards guys! Beardman, I didn't know you had an orange beard! ;D
It's not actually orange... that's probably the lighting, my 'tache has grown out to actually be a light brown on the sides though, and now it is getting quite long it is more noticable, I like it, especially with the darkness of my goatee behind it.
Nice length! That looks a lot better with a light colored shirt behind it. I have done that combover trick to give myself an instant beard too.
I think the forward facing cameras are lower res because they're used mainly for video conferencing where as the other is attempting to take photos like a digital camera.
Cheers man, the lighter colour does make it stand out more.
And yes, that would be the logic behind having lower quality cameras on the front. It was just something I thought I would try out instead of trying to fiddle/get someone else to take the pic. Then there is the novelty of it all haha.
-
Hahaha....
I was going for the "beard combover too..."
:D
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi125.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fp75%2Fothervoicez%2F7EF72C19-E910-4E38-AECB-71CB770B07B4-762-000000375F54820B.jpg&hash=a529d62ab05babfe08ae130bcc7417ffcbe3142c)
Cha Cha Cha
-
Hahaha....
I was going for the "beard combover too..."
:D
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi125.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fp75%2Fothervoicez%2F7EF72C19-E910-4E38-AECB-71CB770B07B4-762-000000375F54820B.jpg&hash=a529d62ab05babfe08ae130bcc7417ffcbe3142c)
Cha Cha Cha
Haha that's awesome! There are some guys around here that if they still have their beards would be able to pull it off
-
Up close and personal. ;)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2FNov%25202012%2FNov102011cropped.jpg&hash=de55e11e00357a7a8ba42da1fb3bab2038bdca9a)
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1327.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fu661%2Fdoc146%2FD55B0C71-63E2-4BCF-841C-5A0636F5B423-168-00000113F9089344.jpg&hash=a00f3808ecfd9ec140c65f007f168fdec492a7cb)
-
Here is a pic that my daughter sent me. This looks like I did when I had hair I am trying to send another one. Gonna have to wait ! LOL
-
Here is a pic that my daughter sent me. This looks like I did when I had hair I am trying to send another one. Gonna have to wait ! LOL
It was Happy Thanksgiving ! Feed the Hungry ! " So she says are you Homeless or a Model ! ;D ;D ;D Gotta admit it does look like me years back ! When I worked some jobs LOL ! ;) Cheech and Chong Man ! No stems of seeds , that is a bad a$$ weed ! " Hey man what are you doing here ?" Whatta you doing here man ?" :*)) :*)) :*)) :*)) :*)) :*))
-
Here is a pic that my daughter sent me. This looks like I did when I had hair I am trying to send another one. Gonna have to wait ! LOL
It was Happy Thanksgiving ! Feed the Hungry ! " So she says are you Homeless or a Model ! ;D ;D ;D Gotta admit it does look like me years back ! When I worked some jobs LOL ! ;) Cheech and Chong Man ! No stems of seeds , that is a bad a$$ weed ! " Hey man what are you doing here ?" Whatta you doing here man ?" :*)) :*)) :*)) :*)) :*)) :*))
Off your meds again? ???
-
Here is a pic that my daughter sent me. This looks like I did when I had hair I am trying to send another one. Gonna have to wait ! LOL
It was Happy Thanksgiving ! Feed the Hungry ! " So she says are you Homeless or a Model ! ;D ;D ;D Gotta admit it does look like me years back ! When I worked some jobs LOL ! ;) Cheech and Chong Man ! No stems of seeds , that is a bad a$$ weed ! " Hey man what are you doing here ?" Whatta you doing here man ?" :*)) :*)) :*)) :*)) :*)) :*))
Off your meds again? ???
Not a chance ! And you ?
-
LOL
-
LOL
Like the avitar Bro. ! ;) 8)
-
Growing back the full beard...
-
You will look great with that bro...
-
Growing back the full beard...
Looks good. I've never had a full beard and a shaved head at the same time. I'm in the midst of a three day weekend and decided not to shave my face for the next few days. I did shave my head today and it feels quite strange to have stubble on my cheeks and none on my dome. :)
-
Growing back the full beard...
Looking really good mate!
Growing back the full beard...
Looks good. I've never had a full beard and a shaved head at the same time. I'm in the midst of a three day weekend and decided not to shave my face for the next few days. I did shave my head today and it feels quite strange to have stubble on my cheeks and none on my dome. :)
I know what you mean, it took me a little bit to get used too, but now I'm liking it!
-
I know what you mean about the smooth head and stubble on your face....it was strange but an exciting change at the same time. I now love my full beard and will most likely never have stubble on my face again.
-
I know what you mean about the smooth head and stubble on your face....it was strange but an exciting change at the same time. I now love my full beard and will most likely never have stubble on my face again.
F77Scot, is that a shiny head in your profile ?
Been bald and bearded now for about six months now, myself. Was recently my birthday, and one of my pals gave me card in which the S in my name had a beard at the bottom of the S, specs in the middle and shiny top of the S.
B & B is certainly distinctive look and feel. :)
-
Up close and personal. ;)
Razor X, you take care of your beard. High maintenance ?!?
-
Up close and personal. ;)
Razor X, you take care of your beard. High maintenance ?!?
No, I wouldn't call it high maintenance.
-
Nice beards, guys!......Mark, did you change your name again? (nice lady BTW)......Doug, from how many years ago was that picture? That looked pretty badass!
-
Harry, I did yes mate. Just fancied a change, and a lot of people call me cueball! For obvious reasons!!
-
Thanks Harry.
-
Growing back the full beard...
Looks good. I've never had a full beard and a shaved head at the same time. I'm in the midst of a three day weekend and decided not to shave my face for the next few days. I did shave my head today and it feels quite strange to have stubble on my cheeks and none on my dome. :)
Hey Razor X .. I think it will look good on you... we will need to see a pic... ; )
-
I know what you mean about the smooth head and stubble on your face....it was strange but an exciting change at the same time. I now love my full beard and will most likely never have stubble on my face again.
B & B is certainly distinctive look and feel. :)
It certainly is Mr Jules O0 I have wanted this look in soooo long and can't believe that this is me now. No more grey/white hair, well except on the beard!
-
It certainly is Mr Jules O0 I have wanted this look in soooo long and can't believe that this is me now. No more grey/white hair, well except on the beard!
F77Scot,
Good to hear you've got a look you wear with pride !
From my own experience, there are times when the B&B look can be almost too distinctive. "How will I recognise you Mr Jules, when we met at the station/street corner/pub ?" . Just look at with a chap with a big beard hanging off the face and the shiny shaved bald head !!
Now have you been shaving your head at all ?
-
Almost there Mr. Jules, still building up to everyday smooth. I think everyone is used to my current look, in my most recent photo, so it won't be long now. I am treating this as the transition period. Once I go fully smooth next time that will be me. O0
-
Once I go fully smooth next time that will be me. O0
Good man ! It's a one way ticket.
-
Here is a pic that my daughter sent me. This looks like I did when I had hair I am trying to send another one. Gonna have to wait ! LOL
It was Happy Thanksgiving ! Feed the Hungry ! " So she says are you Homeless or a Model ! ;D ;D ;D Gotta admit it does look like me years back ! When I worked some jobs LOL ! ;) Cheech and Chong Man ! No stems of seeds , that is a bad a$$ weed ! " Hey man what are you doing here ?" Whatta you doing here man ?" :*)) :*)) :*)) :*)) :*)) :*))
Off your meds again? ???
This was mean't as a joke ! What you stated above , was not appreciated ! When, You have been through what I have and then you may open your piehole with a comment like this ! >:( 8) otherwise put a mussel on it !
-
>:( 8) otherwise put a mussel on it !
Make me. :Xo! I don't eat seafood.
-
Here is a pic that my daughter sent me. This looks like I did when I had hair I am trying to send another one. Gonna have to wait ! LOL
It was Happy Thanksgiving ! Feed the Hungry ! " So she says are you Homeless or a Model ! ;D ;D ;D Gotta admit it does look like me years back ! When I worked some jobs LOL ! ;) Cheech and Chong Man ! No stems of seeds , that is a bad a$$ weed ! " Hey man what are you doing here ?" Whatta you doing here man ?" :*)) :*)) :*)) :*)) :*)) :*))
Off your meds again? ???
This was mean't as a joke ! What you stated above , was not appreciated ! When, You have been through what I have and then you may open your piehole with a comment like this ! >:( 8) otherwise put a mussel on it !
>:( 8) otherwise put a mussel on it !
Make me. :Xo! I don't eat seafood.
Now children... Behave or you'll be put in timeout!
-
^^^
You may have to use your " Tasor ' :popo
-
;) :*)), It's all good for real men ! O0 Love that tazer item , after all the items, had a buddy give me a shot of that. :o Also went through pepper spray, mace, until a person know's what it does a person doesn't have respect for it ;D ;D ;D ;D.
Let's all fergetaboutit and have a Great weekend. Eh ! O0
-
Just look at with a chap with a big beard hanging off the face and the shiny shaved bald head !!
Pretty much how I identify myself to people I've never met in person...
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2FFull%2520beard%2FDay4.jpg&hash=da9957771255cbcf48919fc7e04fe08d89307da3)
-
Looking good Razor
-
@Razorx: Looks great. O0
WARHAWK O0
-
I am so glad that this thread is finally really taking off, everyone has such awesome beards! I think it is time I shared with you all my latest project, filling out my monsterous Van Dyke into a full beard of epic proportions, these photos make 3 weeks of growth O:O
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FPm9hI.jpg&hash=3a3a225ac15c93ad1d53ff5fd96dec368edd58b0)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FMkoAA.jpg&hash=9d61b9063d9565a873e315f124e2f1c4f5169204)
Keep the bearded happy snaps flowing
-
Got a couple of compliments at work from truckers (customers) and some people at the bowling alley last night....One guy asked me "The fuzz looks good, what's up with the new beard?" I told him that I was doing it for No-shave November ;D I don't know if I'll ever get to Beardman's level but I'm happy with what I have. The other guys beards are looking sharp too!
-
Beardman,
Your new avatar really shows off your van dyke. How long did it take you to grow it?
-
Beardman--that's an epic growth!
-
Beardman--that's an epic growth!
That's why he's Beardman. ;D
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2FFull%2520beard%2FDay4.jpg&hash=da9957771255cbcf48919fc7e04fe08d89307da3)
I take it that's after the trimming story you mentioned of.
I recently trimmed the goatee part to the shortest it's been in months. I miss the length. And yes, that's a Superboy t-shirt I'm wearing.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.yuku.com%2Fimage%2Fjpg%2F7701666a7d7a059315c194ceab95a78843e891b3_r.jpg&hash=c68274c0690ffc1fe52af8017ce3e776f80f966a)
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2FFull%2520beard%2FDay4.jpg&hash=da9957771255cbcf48919fc7e04fe08d89307da3)
I take it that's after the trimming story you mentioned of.
I recently trimmed the goatee part to the shortest it's been in months. I miss the length. And yes, that's a Superboy t-shirt I'm wearing.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.yuku.com%2Fimage%2Fjpg%2F7701666a7d7a059315c194ceab95a78843e891b3_r.jpg&hash=c68274c0690ffc1fe52af8017ce3e776f80f966a)
Not sure what trimming story you're referring to, but no, it's nothing to do with the pic.
-
Beardman... that looks awesome!! I like the side pic, because it shows the beard meeting up with the shaved head. I won't be growing mine that long by any means, but will live vicariously through you...lol.
-
Looks good, imaginary. O0
I got mine trimmed today, but the barber took off a little more than I really wanted him to:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2FNov%25202012%2FNov320123.jpg&hash=3d277d11e7a3011c471f398a818d293049695d73)
I was referring to this post.
-
I have a recurring dream where I'm trimming my beard and accidentally end up cutting it all off before I realize what is happening. I hate that dream; it's always a relief to wake up and find out it isn't real. :)
First of all, thank you. I'm trying to keep this style longer than a month this time around.
Regarding your comment, I live in an "urban" environment. Pencil mustaches and very carved out beards are the norm among Hispanics. I've had the recurring dream where I had that look. Much like you, major relief when I wake up, and touch my face.
I think these dreams come from the mind trying to adapt to the fact that the body doesn't match up with the way it thinks it ought to be. I had LASIK in 2003 and for a couple years following that I would have dreams where my vision returned to the way it was before the surgery. I think the brain takes a while to truly accept new norms like that.
I just noticed this reply today. And your thought does make a lot of sense.
-
I was referring to this post.
Gotcha. No, I've moved on from that. ;)
-
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/2524225/photos/bear/face-fur.jpg)
-
Beardman, not sure mine will get to that length but it's pretty epic..
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2FFull%2520beard%2FDay71.jpg&hash=be4553c3dbb7cd11aebfc09739b832cdd5e922a0)
-
Razor X,
Are you considering moving on from a goatee to a full beard. That could be a good look.
-
The beard is still filling out nicely...
-
The beard is still filling out nicely...
Goodness me, that is coming along.
-
Razor - the beard is filling in nicely!
F77scott - wow! Great beard and great look with the slick dome!
-
Razor X,
Are you considering moving on from a goatee to a full beard. That could be a good look.
I'm working on it. That last picture shows seven days' growth. The plan is to live with the full beard for a while and then assess.
-
The beard is still filling out nicely...
How much time lapsed between this photo and your avatar pic?
-
I'm working on it. That last picture shows seven days' growth. The plan is to live with the full beard for a while and then assess.
Sounds like a good idea. I hardly need advice you on the patience required to grow a full beard. ;)
Cannot grow a full beard, myself. There just not enough facial hair on the sides. Which is why I've got the 'chopless' beard.
-
I'm working on it. That last picture shows seven days' growth. The plan is to live with the full beard for a while and then assess.
Sounds like a good idea. I hardly need advice you on the patience required to grow a full beard. ;)
Cannot grow a full beard, myself. There just not enough facial hair on the sides. Which is why I've got the 'chopless' beard.
It's been a long time since I tried, but from what I can remember, the sides usually fill in a little more around 10 days or so -- at least to the point where it doesn't look as scruffy. After that it's just a matter of waiting for it to grow out the same length as the goatee and mustache.
-
The beard is still filling out nicely...
How much time lapsed between this photo and your avatar pic?
I think it is a couple of weeks, it might be the way it is brushed that makes it look bigger? Still growing for now...
F77scott - wow! Great beard and great look with the slick dome!
Thanks npsbg, the beard is the sole focus now I know the head will be smooth each day.
-
I think it is a couple of weeks, it might be the way it is brushed that makes it look bigger? Still growing for now...
It seems to be growing very quickly. You may be looking like a sly Moses by March. ;)
-
I'm envious - my beard doesn't grow nearly as fast or full! And on top of that, it's mostly grey!
-
Slybear that is an awesome close up of your Van Dyke! lookin good.
Razor, your beard is coming in nicely, you've definitely alreayd got some good coverage, but you had that from day dot. :D
F77, I always love seeing your progress, gives me a lot to look forward too.
Mr.Jules, I really like the chopless beard, that is a look I have not seen until you busted it out!
npsbg, you could always start letting it grow out now, and got for a seasonally grey beard for christmas O0 Then go back to the van dyke later.
I worked yesterday (working on a saturday, blurgh) and I got a comment from one of my co-workers on how my beard was looking really good today, certainly a great way to start the day. Then my boss chimed in, and said all I needed was the Harley now, which sparked a little bit of conversation about my beard.
-
I don't think we've ever had a beard here quite like Beardman's, have we? Certainly not from anyone who stuck around for any length of time.
-
I am quite a special case :/O haha
-
I am quite a special case :/O haha
Yes, we are all in awe of your beard-growing powers. ;)
-
Mr.Jules, I really like the chopless beard, that is a look I have not seen until you busted it out!
I worked yesterday (working on a saturday, blurgh) and I got a comment from one of my co-workers on how my beard was looking really good today, certainly a great way to start the day. Then my boss chimed in, and said all I needed was the Harley now, which sparked a little bit of conversation about my beard.
Thanks, Beardman - it's the new chopless beard look.
Everyone's talking about your beard.
It won't be long before the popular British pair 'the Hairy Bikers' will commenting, too.
http://www.hairybikers.com/
-
Razor, good to see that you are growing out the beard! You need to do at least the 30 day rule on that one...if not more!
I would say that Beardman does probably have one of the more awesome beards/van dykes of anyone who has posted regularly. But there were a couple of guys who have posted very sporadically that had great beards! One of them is Coltsfan73. Here is the link to his profile:http://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/index.php?action=profile;u=2490
The other is a fellow named Tow. Unfortunately, it looks like he removed his photo from here. But it was a sculpted beard. If I remember, it had some length, but the sides were trimmed. But it made him look fierce, like you don't want to mess with him!
-
I found a pic of Tow! It is not on this site. But I found a link to his Facebook page from the SBG Facebook page. So here is his pic. Pretty epic beard I think!
-
Yes, I remember him. I still think Beardman has them all beat in terms of length.
-
Yes, Beardman does have them beat in terms of length. But the other two really did have bushy beards!
-
Beardman--that's substantial. Maybe a measure off with Rusty Shackleford when he's untied!
-
That's true, Rusty is in the same neighborhood as far as length is concerned.
-
Marsh, have you ever thought about going for more od a wizard look -- a long beard that is more tapered in the sides and less full on the cheeks than what you had before? Just a thought.
-
Razor, I agree.. it is filling in nicely. I think it will be a good look for you.
Mr. Jules. - I like your chopless style too. (great new avatar too, btw). I have seen that look a few times before, and think it is very cool.
I buzzed my goatee and mustache down very close, when I decided to grow my full beard. Now I am waiting for it the whole thing to grow out. My wife doesn't like the beard. She only likes a close-cropped van-dyke. We went to our contemporary church service today (which is band-lead rather than orchestra-lead). There was a guy on stage who had my same look. I asked her later what she thought of his look and she said "I was thinking he was short and chubby"...lol.
-
My wife doesn't like the beard. She only likes a close-cropped van-dyke.
I suppose I shouldn't attempt to understand the female mind but what is it exactly that she objects to? The hairy cheeks? Additional length? If she doesn't mind your chin and upper lip being hairy, then what's the big deal? A lot of women seem to feel that way for some reason.
-
My wife doesn't like the beard. She only likes a close-cropped van-dyke.
I suppose I shouldn't attempt to understand the female mind but what is it exactly that she objects to? The hairy cheeks? Additional length? If she doesn't mind your chin and upper lip being hairy, then what's the big deal? A lot of women seem to feel that way for some reason.
LOL... yeah, it is puzzling. I have to think back to when I first grew the goatee... she didn't like it at first, but then really liked it. Maybe if I wear the beard long enough, she will like it too. The only thing is that I have done this before, and she never caught on. I think this time, I will keep it for myself. Maybe she is afraid I won't stop and will decide to go for the "Duck Dynasty" look. Hmmmmmm..... sounds tempting.
-
Marsh, have you ever thought about going for more od a wizard look -- a long beard that is more tapered in the sides and less full on the cheeks than what you had before? Just a thought.
No, I have not thought of that at this point. I am kind of going for the Dr Weil look right now. We will see how long I can stand to grow out my beard. But I am thinking at the least, that I may possibly keep the full beard as my main look. But I may possibly go to it being quite trimmed. But right now I am feeling like growing it somewhat long.
-
Maybe she is afraid I won't stop and will decide to go for the "Duck Dynasty" look. Hmmmmmm..... sounds tempting.
Most of us could not pull off that look but deep down I think we'd all like to give it a try. :)
-
Maybe she is afraid I won't stop and will decide to go for the "Duck Dynasty" look. Hmmmmmm..... sounds tempting.
Most of us could not pull off that look but deep down I think we'd all like to give it a try. :)
I think I'm the only one who wouldn't like to try. But it's a bit of a long story with me.
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2FFull%2520beard%2FDay10a.jpg&hash=7d1f5b5bdfe745f71d40e182e7c9d0fd27ca482d)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2FFull%2520beard%2FDay101.jpg&hash=d4c901c7c6f7f83317786b3ed32478039310c0c3)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2FFull%2520beard%2FDay10.jpg&hash=29d5f12d5345b4372afb5d971be1cf602335f708)
-
Yes. That's gonna work.
-
That beard is coming along a treat, Razor X. Third picture is the best.
This morning, went to the barbers. Difference person in there. And he's butchered my beard.
-
This morning, went to the barbers. Difference person in there. And he's butchered my beard.
:'( But, keep your furry chin up, they can't stop it from growing back nice. I have only had mine trimmed by a barber once--not great job, not a butcher job either, thank goodness. But if I ever do that again I want the barber to have a beard, a real one that I think looks good. Otherwise, barefaced barbers could harbor some bad feelings for the bearded and they may not be aware of it.
-
Thanks, guys.
This morning, went to the barbers. Difference person in there. And he's butchered my beard.
Sorry. :Xo! How bad is it? Bear in mind that most trimming accidents will self-correct in a week or two.
-
I've been away about six months or so, but just had to log in to comment on all the rockin' beards.
Razor X: It really works; good look for you.
Mr. Jules! The Hollywood is great! I remember when you were still growing it out, wondering how it would look. Now we know: fantastic.
MarshD: The Dr. Weil look is a good one.
It's nice to see so many bald, bearded brethren.
-
It's nice to see so many bald, bearded brethren.
Not that you can speak with any authority on the topic. ;)
Thanks for the compliment.
-
This morning, went to the barbers. Difference person in there. And he's butchered my beard.
Sorry to hear that! Hope it isn't too bad and the recovery will be short!
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2FFull%2520beard%2FDay10a.jpg&hash=7d1f5b5bdfe745f71d40e182e7c9d0fd27ca482d)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2FFull%2520beard%2FDay101.jpg&hash=d4c901c7c6f7f83317786b3ed32478039310c0c3)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2FFull%2520beard%2FDay10.jpg&hash=29d5f12d5345b4372afb5d971be1cf602335f708)
WoW!! growing a GREAT looking beard, and can only get better with time! O0
-
Thank you for concerns, guys.
Judge for yourselves...
Couple weeks and it will have grown through again.
-
Thank you for concerns, guys.
Judge for yourselves...
Couple weeks and it will have grown through again.
A bit short but nothing catastrophic.
-
Thank you for concerns, guys.
Judge for yourselves...
Couple weeks and it will have grown through again.
O.M.G.!!!! :'( :o
;)
-
Razor X and Zetaeffe,
Now I know why guys are so attached to their beards.
It will grow back...
-
Razor, looking good!....Mr. Jules, I can sympathize....after more than two decades in the Army and/or National Guard, I went through my mourning periods when I had to shave my beard....Now that my military career is essentially over, I can sport a beard at my leisure....Hang in there, Mr. Jules it'll be back before you know it!
-
Razor X and Zetaeffe,
Now I know why guys are so attached to their beards.
It will grow back...
Did you tell the barber how much you wanted taken off?
-
Did you tell the barber how much you wanted taken off?
Yes, number 3 guard. What my regular barber does is to use the comb and buzzer/scissors combo to keep the length of the chin.
Next time, I'l insist on scissors to keep the length on the chin.
-
Hang in there, Mr. Jules it'll be back before you know it!
Thanks, SlyHarry12
Those with my first thoughts as I stepped out of the barbers.
Jeez, world of beard can be hard work. ;)
-
How long was the chin?
-
How long was the chin?
Beard on the chin was about between 2-3 finger widths (if that makes sense).
-
Mr. Jules... I still looks great, just shorter. I know it is a setback for you, and that sucks, but at least it isn't botched up. How long do you think it will take to come back?
Razor, yours is looking good. I think the van-dyke looked good, but this beard will look great. (my opinion)
-
Mr. Jules... I still looks great, just shorter. I know it is a setback for you, and that sucks, but at least it isn't botched up. How long do you think it will take to come back?
Thanks Slymyke,
Couple of weeks and it will be back ! In fact, I may not have my beard trimmed again in 2012.
-
In fact, I may not have my beard trimmed again in 2012.
Probably not if you want to get back to the previous length.
-
Probably not if you want to get back to the previous length.
A beard is for life, not just for Christmas. Only 5 weeks to go.
-
Mine's in the avi.
-
This morning, went to the barbers. Difference person in there. And he's butchered my beard.
:'( But, keep your furry chin up, they can't stop it from growing back nice. I have only had mine trimmed by a barber once--not great job, not a butcher job either, thank goodness. But if I ever do that again I want the barber to have a beard, a real one that I think looks good. Otherwise, barefaced barbers could harbor some bad feelings for the bearded and they may not be aware of it.
I wonder if that is one of the reasons I have not been to the barber since 2010. I've even dreamt of them doing some kind of crazy botched up job involving pencil mustaches and who knows what with the balance. Although at the time I went to the barber (I had a buzz cut with a chin strap beard,) I made it a point that I am a rocker and not into what most Hispanics are into these days. Even with that, I've felt culture clashes.
-
By did I fall behind on this thread!
I'm sorry to hear about your incident at the barber, hopefully next time you get your regular!
I think Rusty picks me on length by a bit, but I'm content to keep growing, I'm thinking I might make it to 12 months of growth since my last trim, it's probably already close to 12 months of total growth now though, I don't want to shave it off to test the hypothesis though haha.
Mr Jules, I love the Hairy Bikers, mum and I sued to watch them all the time, but they've disappeared of Aussie TV for some time now unfortunately.
Razor your beard is coming along a treat O0
-
I think I have the beard to the length I want it. It's close to my 1" trimmer guard length so I'm going to try out that length to see if I like it, otherwise I'm going to keep it at 3/4".
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FBeard%2FIMG_1528.jpg&hash=934e526f7f1c48153cb2cdf6f918d8aa1e9ed846)
Of course the goat's going to be free to grow, grow, and grow.
And this one, just because it's fun:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FBeard%2FIMG_1540.png&hash=237253d02c376e19a9fbe7f712dd9d733d5db120)
-
RazorX: That beard's coming in great. You were just growing it for the short term, but are you going to keep it since it seems to be coming in so well?
-
By did I fall behind on this thread!
I'm sorry to hear about your incident at the barber, hopefully next time you get your regular!
I think Rusty picks me on length by a bit, but I'm content to keep growing, I'm thinking I might make it to 12 months of growth since my last trim, it's probably already close to 12 months of total growth now though, I don't want to shave it off to test the hypothesis though haha.
Mr Jules, I love the Hairy Bikers, mum and I sued to watch them all the time, but they've disappeared of Aussie TV for some time now unfortunately.
Razor your beard is coming along a treat O0
Damn Australia is tough! Take off one of Short Goat's favorite TV shows and he sues you! :*))
BTW, from the length of your stubble it looks like you might have over a year's worth of growth already, and it looks awesome... in spite of its INSANE shortness. >:D You're going to let the beard grow out and long too, right? I'm just keeping the beard part short.
-
RazorX: That beard's coming in great. You were just growing it for the short term, but are you going to keep it since it seems to be coming in so well?
The goal is to keep it for 90 days and then see how I feel. I was off yesterday and just came back to work today. Feeling a little self conscious since it is still new although the feedback has been positive so far.
-
Razor, I thought you would get positive feedback. Of course you will from us, but it's good to hear that others were in agreement. (what's not to like, right?)
Rusty, I'm kinda new to the site, so I haven't seen yours yet... Great pics, bud!
-
Rusty, that picture is scary. The part above the glasses reminds me of one of my co-workers eyebrows :o
Red
-
I think I have the beard to the length I want it. It's close to my 1" trimmer guard length so I'm going to try out that length to see if I like it, otherwise I'm going to keep it at 3/4".
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FBeard%2FIMG_1540.png&hash=237253d02c376e19a9fbe7f712dd9d733d5db120)
How does it look tied up? Still neat & "businesslike?"
-
How does it look tied up? Still neat & "businesslike?"
Here's what it looks like right now. With my technique, the goat could be 6", 12", 18" or probably even 24" and it would look exactly the same as this because everything that can get tied up by the first rubber band is already long enough to get tied up, so as long as I can make a little pouch under the chin big enough for the braid it should, in theory, always look like this. From what I can tell I can make enough space for a goat twice as long and I'm braiding the tail up loosely. If I tighten it up I bet I could hide a even a terminal length goatee and it would still look exactly like this. The only thing that really gets difficult is binding up the rubber bands because the longer the hair gets the more difficult it is to do that because you have to pull more through the rubber band loop.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FBeard%2FIMG_1565.jpg&hash=5176bed80308073a740a0057633d21923656da62)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FBeard%2FIMG_1562.jpg&hash=4034fb4d826d54aadfce85e868fb70c46cccb42e)
I also find that the short beard around it hides some imperfections. The beard goes lower towards my Adam's Apple so it hides that little nub and the beard on the sides of the goat hides the pesky stray hairs that never seem to get more that 2"-3" for some reason. I'm considering getting some mustache wax for the edges to see if I can improve things. I'm also considering beard dye because it seems like the gray hairs cooperate less and with them being white against the dark brown others they stand out. A a short buzzed length they wouldn't do that.
This is also the first time I've grown out a full beard and liked the results. Everyone always says to let it grow and not touch it, but this was the first time I did almost nothing to it for a month. All I do is give it an even edge around the bottom and very little on the cheeks. Every other time I had a beard I put the neck line too high, and that will look fine from the front but from the sides a high neck can look like hell. It did. I even learned that and used a low neckline on another beard but it was still too high. I also resisted the urge to trim the cheek line other than to give it the highest solid edge possible and it seems to work. The most aggressive trimming I do is the sideburns because it comes out as scalp hair and looks too puffy right at the top so I have been fading the sideburns a bit to avoid that.
I thought the beard would be a passing thing but I think it's gonna stay.
-
Thanks--that looks really great unleased as well as under control. I've reached the point with length that it's not long enough yet to tie up--probably at least another month--but it's long enough that I'm getting heavy grief on the home front. The tied up version looks like what I can "sell" to the wife, but now that I know that I have the reason to push through all the grief to try to get there.
-
I always trim my own beard.
Just did it today.
If it's bad, it's my fault.
-
Rusty,
That is a really neat trick. I'd almost like to try it myself sometime. The only problem is that there's no way to hide the length while waiting for it gt sufficiently long to tie up.
-
By did I fall behind on this thread!
I'm sorry to hear about your incident at the barber, hopefully next time you get your regular!
I think Rusty picks me on length by a bit, but I'm content to keep growing, I'm thinking I might make it to 12 months of growth since my last trim, it's probably already close to 12 months of total growth now though, I don't want to shave it off to test the hypothesis though haha.
Mr Jules, I love the Hairy Bikers, mum and I sued to watch them all the time, but they've disappeared of Aussie TV for some time now unfortunately.
Razor your beard is coming along a treat O0
Damn Australia is tough! Take off one of Short Goat's favorite TV shows and he sues you! :*))
BTW, from the length of your stubble it looks like you might have over a year's worth of growth already, and it looks awesome... in spite of its INSANE shortness. >:D You're going to let the beard grow out and long too, right? I'm just keeping the beard part short.
Hey Rusty, I'm glad you weighed in on this topic finally, thanks for the comments! O0
I've not decided on what length I'm going to let my beard grow too, I might grow it out for a while, but I get the feeling it's not going to be a keeper, I think I like the van dyke look more, we'll see though, I'm enjoying the fact it takes longer to apply the shaving cream then it does to shave my face haha.
I might have to try your trick, I think I remember reading a tutorial type post you made at some point, I might have to look it up again, at the moment I just let mine roam free
-
Thanks--that looks really great unleased as well as under control. I've reached the point with length that it's not long enough yet to tie up--probably at least another month--but it's long enough that I'm getting heavy grief on the home front. The tied up version looks like what I can "sell" to the wife, but now that I know that I have the reason to push through all the grief to try to get there.
I remember you started a few months ago so hopefully you are getting pretty close. BTW: what does your wife do when you critique something about her that you dislike? :o
Rusty,
That is a really neat trick. I'd almost like to try it myself sometime. The only problem is that there's no way to hide the length while waiting for it gt sufficiently long to tie up.
Sure there is! (https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.reviewon.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2012%2F04%2Fa-sports-fan-with-a-paper-bag-over-his-head.jpg&hash=5484906648c59aed0781eaf2d0f5310eb1d35ef9)
Actually I didn't try or even think about rolling it up until it got to an already-sufficiently long length and wondered what I was going to do with it.
Hey Rusty, I'm glad you weighed in on this topic finally, thanks for the comments! O0
I've not decided on what length I'm going to let my beard grow too, I might grow it out for a while, but I get the feeling it's not going to be a keeper, I think I like the van dyke look more, we'll see though, I'm enjoying the fact it takes longer to apply the shaving cream then it does to shave my face haha.
I might have to try your trick, I think I remember reading a tutorial type post you made at some point, I might have to look it up again, at the moment I just let mine roam free
One thing I noticed is that these super-lengths get annoying: the wind blows it, it gets caught on stuff (with "stuff" including being stuck between my arm and the mattress), etc. You're definitely beyond the length of noticing those issues and have probably noticed them even more than I do since you go au-natural 24/7. Maybe that's a downside to my keeping it rolled up because when I unleash it it actually feels a little foreign to me.
It's weird because this short beard just started out of laziness and curiosity. I'd been getting in the habit of leaving my beard unshaved all week and one Friday I was sitting at a bar and there was a guy on the other side with a nice beard. I started thinking that I had to shave off my stubble and started wondering what I would look like with a beard (as if I had never had one) and then I this dumb epiphanies where I realized I could just grow the thing out. So I did. I'm actually like it and think it might just be permanent. I doubt I will let it get any real length, but then I wasn't going to do the long goatee thing until I got old and gray too.
BTW: Here's a big article I wrote on the subject:
http://jefffsbeardboard.yuku.com/topic/15646/Hiding-the-length-of-a-long-goatee (http://jefffsbeardboard.yuku.com/topic/15646/Hiding-the-length-of-a-long-goatee)
I'd be curious to see what happens if you try it. On that other board a guy actually did and it came out well. You'll probably need to try it a few times but once you get it you can have fun tricking people into thinking you cut it off.
-
I've not decided on what length I'm going to let my beard grow too, I might grow it out for a while, but I get the feeling it's not going to be a keeper, I think I like the van dyke look more ...
How long have you been growing it out?
-
Thanks--that looks really great unleased as well as under control. I've reached the point with length that it's not long enough yet to tie up--probably at least another month--but it's long enough that I'm getting heavy grief on the home front. The tied up version looks like what I can "sell" to the wife, but now that I know that I have the reason to push through all the grief to try to get there.
I remember you started a few months ago so hopefully you are getting pretty close. BTW: what does your wife do when you critique something about her that you dislike? :o
I started then trimmed back to about an inch plus, trimmed down the sides, where I'm keeping them. So I'm getting to about two inches now.
My wife! I should critque something I dislike :o? Your comment would indicate that you're not married >:D. As my very wise uncle said one time, the secret to a happy and peaceful marriage or relationship with your spouse requires that the man always have the last words. Those last words are, "Yes dear!" ;)
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fassets.amuniversal.com%2F287ab9400cb30130fbbe001dd8b71c47&hash=f5ee9301670df58be2a402dc90618ee78b20ec63)
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fassets.amuniversal.com%2F287ab9400cb30130fbbe001dd8b71c47&hash=f5ee9301670df58be2a402dc90618ee78b20ec63)
Now you tell me! ;D ;D Is it that easy?
-
@Rusty,
Thanks for the link mate, I might give it a some time soon, I've bookmarked it though, so I can find it easily!
I've not decided on what length I'm going to let my beard grow too, I might grow it out for a while, but I get the feeling it's not going to be a keeper, I think I like the van dyke look more ...
How long have you been growing it out?
I'd be inclined to agree with Rusty's estimate of 12 months, I trimmed it back in march, to about 3 fingers of length (if you know what I mean)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fassets.amuniversal.com%2F287ab9400cb30130fbbe001dd8b71c47&hash=f5ee9301670df58be2a402dc90618ee78b20ec63)
Haha!
-
Two weeks in:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2FFull%2520beard%2FDay14a.jpg&hash=2268ec655ff0a7cbab23f95b68dd909626dde9c4)
-
How does it look tied up? Still neat & "businesslike?"
Here's what it looks like right now. With my technique, the goat could be 6", 12", 18" or probably even 24" and it would look exactly the same as this because everything that can get tied up by the first rubber band is already long enough to get tied up, so as long as I can make a little pouch under the chin big enough for the braid it should, in theory, always look like this. From what I can tell I can make enough space for a goat twice as long and I'm braiding the tail up loosely. If I tighten it up I bet I could hide a even a terminal length goatee and it would still look exactly like this. The only thing that really gets difficult is binding up the rubber bands because the longer the hair gets the more difficult it is to do that because you have to pull more through the rubber band loop.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FBeard%2FIMG_1565.jpg&hash=5176bed80308073a740a0057633d21923656da62)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FBeard%2FIMG_1562.jpg&hash=4034fb4d826d54aadfce85e868fb70c46cccb42e)
I also find that the short beard around it hides some imperfections. The beard goes lower towards my Adam's Apple so it hides that little nub and the beard on the sides of the goat hides the pesky stray hairs that never seem to get more that 2"-3" for some reason. I'm considering getting some mustache wax for the edges to see if I can improve things. I'm also considering beard dye because it seems like the gray hairs cooperate less and with them being white against the dark brown others they stand out. A a short buzzed length they wouldn't do that.
This is also the first time I've grown out a full beard and liked the results. Everyone always says to let it grow and not touch it, but this was the first time I did almost nothing to it for a month. All I do is give it an even edge around the bottom and very little on the cheeks. Every other time I had a beard I put the neck line too high, and that will look fine from the front but from the sides a high neck can look like hell. It did. I even learned that and used a low neckline on another beard but it was still too high. I also resisted the urge to trim the cheek line other than to give it the highest solid edge possible and it seems to work. The most aggressive trimming I do is the sideburns because it comes out as scalp hair and looks too puffy right at the top so I have been fading the sideburns a bit to avoid that.
I thought the beard would be a passing thing but I think it's gonna stay.
I really admire your beard and the method used to disguise it!! Really smart!! O0 O0 O0
-
good look!
-
Day 17:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2FDay17.jpg&hash=bf740a7e4e80e43ed6971a2e865e5608906edd4f)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2FDay173.jpg&hash=4d15f6764f788c52ad0c8d08df021106fbd85184)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2FDay172.jpg&hash=5d6b4fb27b35e952d39f109a47ba9a851e9566cb)
-
It's a beard, and a new look! O0
-
That's looking perfect, and even though you trimmed the chin short to match the shorter sides I think it was a good decision because it's making everything blend together great.
-
That's looking perfect, and even though you trimmed the chin short to match the shorter sides I think it was a good decision because it's making everything blend together great.
Thanks. I want to get some of that length back on the chin. It should take about a week or two. I think I'll like it a whole lot better then.
BTW, we need to see a picture of yours untied. I'm curious to see how the long goatee looks with the new growth on the sides.
-
You look great.
-
Some ripper looking beards here, fantastic!!
I can't grow a beard for some reason, it only grows in patches, looks terrible.
Funny now I can grow hair in the most weird places nose, ears etc....but I want to grow a beard.....no, it only grows where it wants to, looks like a bucks party prank gone wrong....go figure!
-
Razor, that beard looks great! O0
-
Very good look for you, Razor!
J
-
That is an awesome looking beard Razor, as you said, it wont be long before it is back to it's old length
-
Today after the barber visit...he did take off the part that curves around the top of the ear, but the rest is growing so well, I can adjust to it not going over my ear...
-
And you said you couldn't grow a beard... Looks awesome man! O0
-
And you said you couldn't grow a beard... Looks awesome man! O0
Thanks! Although I probably won't go as far as yours (work safety reasons) yours is the gold standard!
-
And you said you couldn't grow a beard... Looks awesome man! O0
Thanks! Although I probably won't go as far as yours (work safety reasons) yours is the gold standard!
Aww shucks, thanks :*)) If I need too, I just tuck it into my top, this past week I've had to wear a respirator, so I just roll it up and wrap a rubber band around it and stuff it in the respirator. But if it ever gets to the point it becomes an issue before I reach "terminal length" then I'll probably use Rusty's technique.
-
Beard looks good, SirHarry!! O0
-
Looks good, Harry. O0
-
all beards are looking good around here O0
-
Harry you really suit the shades!
-
Beard looks good, SirHarry!! O0
+1 O0 O0 O0
-
Crappy phone pic taken this morning. About a week's growth...
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2F1EBnk.jpg&hash=63540ec2bec95573ba0a4fc79e5b0e0eb1488e9e)
-
Nice growth SlyBear!
-
Looks great, SlyBear O0
-
That is quote a lot of growth for one week! O0
-
Beard looks good, SirHarry!! O0
+1 O0 O0 O0
Natedawg, what on earth has happened to your beard ? That's a fine specimen now !
-
Beard looks good, SirHarry!! O0
+1 O0 O0 O0
Natedawg, what on earth has happened to your beard ? That's a fine specimen now !
Hey, thanks! Coming from someone who has an excellent beard himself, it's a real compliment. O0
I'm gonna trim down the van dyke portion a bit in the next week, and then I'm actually gong to let it all grow out through the winter, and see what happens. Not gonna worry about shaping/neckline, etc. No deadline in my mind.. just through the cold months (Nov-Mar), and if I like what I see, I may keep it going.
Of course, I'll keep up on basic maintenance (combing, washing), but that's it. Just going nuts, otherwise. I have my wife's full support, and my workplace doesn't care, so I'll see what happens!
-
Of course, I'll keep up on basic maintenance (combing, washing), but that's it.
Minimum effort, maximum results.
Go for it. :)
-
Bear, that is awesome growth and coverage for 1 weeks growth! It's already a fine looking beard O0
Nate, that beard is awesome, I can't wait to see how it looks at the end of winter!
-
This is just an update showing the final length of the surrounding beard. I'm going to allow the chin to continue to lengthen, but the beard is roughly at the length of my longest clipper settings, so I figured that is a good place to stop. As for the chin I measured a hair and it was 16" long, but the overall average length when the hair is allowed to hang without being stretched straight is about 11".
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FBeard%2FIMG_1607-1.jpg&hash=a419960ca350d78e29bd26de0941de02e95953c7)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FBeard%2FIMG_1605.jpg&hash=efcde96aacb02fffd01709e66aaf65b901c45b34)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FBeard%2FIMG_1606.jpg&hash=2095bcf800516814d64a6e7536d09282ebe5a75a)
-
Excellent! Beard Envy :'(
Red
-
Great beard. When you get a chance could you provide a shot of it tied up?
-
Rusty,
That is awesome! Thanks for posting. O0 O0
-
Excellent! Beard Envy :'(
Red
Know what you mean Red, all of these members are growing some nice beards. Some of the look like the beards on tv the Duck Callers ! But if they had that money they wouldn't be talken to us ! ;D
-
Gee Rusty, you've got about 9 inches on me still at a stretch, but only about 5 on the hang.
-
Lookin great, Rusty! A mighty display, indeed. O0 O0 O0
-
G'Day Rusty,
Top Beard mate!!!
O0
-
O0 O0 O0 Great Beard you have there Rusty!
-
Thanks everyone. Here's a photo of it bound up with hair bands:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FBeard%2FIMG_1636.jpg&hash=0a7c7dd5052cd33cd5cb76f99f7be107b60f5d7d)
I can't believe how long it is until I think about how it's been nearly 2 years since I trimmed the length. Then I wonder why it isn't longer! The nice thing is that the longest hairs still show they are cut off on the tip which means I am not at terminal length.
-
beard and sly... I like the look, maybe I try it. 8)
-
Hi Lads,
Its my first post on this forum so I hope my profile picture works. I just wanted an opinion on my beard really. Again I hope the profile pic works. Here goes for the first post.
-
Hi Lads,
Its my first post on this forum so I hope my profile picture works. I just wanted an opinion on my beard really. Again I hope the profile pic works. Here goes for the first post.
I'll admit some of us may wish to see more pictures, but I don't see anything bad about your beard. Luzca bien.
-
Hi Lads,
Its my first post on this forum so I hope my profile picture works. I just wanted an opinion on my beard really. Again I hope the profile pic works. Here goes for the first post.
Welcome! Beard looks good!
-
Welcome, JP!
I agree, the beard looks good. O0
-
Looks good to me!
-
The beard looks great.
-
Hi Lads,
Its my first post on this forum so I hope my profile picture works. I just wanted an opinion on my beard really. Again I hope the profile pic works. Here goes for the first post.
Lookin good mate!
If now you've got your feet wet you should jump across to the introductions section and tell us a little bit about the man behind the beard O0
@Rusty, That looks like crazy all banded up like that! It's like a rope!
-
Hey, JP. looks good. Is it red? Looks great with the bald head and glasses. smart style.
Welcome to SBG. Hope you will join the discussion and post often.
How long have you been shaving your head.?
-
Looks great JP.
-
Welcome !
-
Hi Lads,
Its my first post on this forum so I hope my profile picture works. I just wanted an opinion on my beard really. Again I hope the profile pic works. Here goes for the first post.
It works and you look great! O0
Welcome!
-
Beautiful beard. You should keep it. Fits great with your shaved head. Enjoy.
-
Ho, Ho, Ho!
-
Ho, Ho, Ho!
Who you callin' a Ho? :*))
-
Ho, Ho, Ho!
Santa the Severe?
-
Didn't know you had it in you ;) ;D !
-
Looking good Santa the Merciless haha
-
I wonder how long it took Santa the Merciless to form his perma-scowl into a smile. ;D
Beard looks great, by the way! O0
-
Gettin itchy!!
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs12.postimage.org%2Faniunfx71%2FClipboard02.jpg&hash=faebd428b5f9c2c648ead8076803905cc0fc81d5)
-
Lookin good, NateDawg.. ----nice touch w/ the pen, btw. O0
-
Lookin good, NateDawg.. ----nice touch w/ the pen, btw. O0
Hey, thanks!
The pen is because I'm tryin' to look like I'm doing something around here. ;D
-
Looking good O0
-
Gettin itchy!!
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs12.postimage.org%2Faniunfx71%2FClipboard02.jpg&hash=faebd428b5f9c2c648ead8076803905cc0fc81d5)
Good looking contemplative pose ...
-
Looking good Nate!
-
Thanks, fellas! I'll post another update in a few weeks, or maybe a few more than that. Stay tuned. O0
-
The pen is because I'm tryin' to look like I'm doing something around here. ;D
Growing that beard is plenty to keep you busy...
-
Five weeks:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2FFull%2520beard%2FFiveWeeks.jpg&hash=7a76c3222a1156484a31834f6c7d20dc7ab65acc)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2FFull%2520beard%2FFiveWeeks2.jpg&hash=10a91724b3b1619e886380c0d171e85579df35a7)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2FFull%2520beard%2FFiveWeeks1.jpg&hash=2eaa0f0e977221eaa871f841a4b0b5d6076c2c85)
-
Looking great, Razor!
-
Nice, Razor! Keep it up!
-
O0 Razor
-
Looking good Razor.
-
Razor, really liking that beard mate. It's a keeper.
-
Love the beard Razor! I'll have to post up how mine is looking tomorrow! I'm about due for an update myself.
-
Nice beard Razor!
Digging the colour in it.
-
Thanks, guys.
-
Five weeks:
That's a smashing looking beard. The sideburns are sizeable and nicely squared off. You can use them in a geometry lesson !
-
Go Razor!, Go Razor! Looks great! O0
-
Looks good, patience is being rewarded.
-
Razor - -Sure looks great and sure goes with a shiny bald top - - -They sure compliment each other: BEARD and BALD HEAD
-
O0 Razor
Agreed. That's a keeper!
-
Razor, your beard looks great. I would keep it.
Nate yours looks great too.
Wish I had more facial hair so I could try this. I do like my Van Dyke though.
O0 O0 O0
-
Beardman,
Love that beard.
-
Thanks for the feedback, guys. I'm still trying to figure out what the best length, etc is. It seems like it didn't grow much all week bu suddenly in the past day or two it feels a bit longer and it's tickling me a bit. I still want a little more length on the chin.
-
Excellent growth/coverage, razor. Looks primo! Almost makes it look like me growing out mine is a fruitless endeavor lol. O0 O0
Nah, just experimental. I'm married. I don't have to care what I look like ;D
-
Excellent growth/coverage, razor. Looks primo! Almost makes it look like me growing out mine is a fruitless endeavor lol. O0 O0
Hardly a fruitless endeavor. :)
-
Excellent growth/coverage, razor. Looks primo! Almost makes it look like me growing out mine is a fruitless endeavor lol. O0 O0
Hardly a fruitless endeavor. :)
I agree with Razor, Nate. That beard is badd-ass.
-
Agree with all the comments, too.
Inspired me to grow my beard some more and see where the sideburns go....
-
Agree with all the comments, too.
Inspired me to grow my beard some more and see where the sideburns go....
And ironically, you were one of the influences regarding me trying the beard again without the sidburns.
-
Inspired me to grow my beard some more and see where the sideburns go....
They're looking pretty good so far. O0
-
And ironically, you were one of the influences regarding me trying the beard again without the sidburns.
I do like the chopless beard without sideburns. But experimenting now.
Will visit barbers in the New Year.
-
Hey guys, I figured I'd throw my facial hair growing experiment into the fray for your thoughts. Here's me clean shaven with my Captain America complex :-p
(https://bendeanadventures.files.wordpress.com/2012/12/photo-on-2012-11-16-at-11-36.jpg)
And here are two pics with my growing facial hair and glasses:
(https://bendeanadventures.files.wordpress.com/2012/12/photo-on-2012-12-19-at-21-36.jpg)
(https://bendeanadventures.files.wordpress.com/2012/12/photo-on-2012-12-19-at-21-34.jpg)
-
I like it. O0
-
Looks great.
-
Ben, you look great either way. Nice to have options. Go with that you like better.
-
The beard looks great! Keep growing it!
-
0mm ... great to see you back. How's it been going since you started shaving in August?
-
Ben, looking great! 0mm, welcome back!
-
O0 Looks good Ben.
-
Hey guys, I figured I'd throw my facial hair growing experiment into the fray for your thoughts. Here's me clean shaven with my Captain America complex :-p
And here are two pics with my growing facial hair and glasses:
(https://bendeanadventures.files.wordpress.com/2012/12/photo-on-2012-12-19-at-21-36.jpg)
Wow!! looking much better with the beard in my opinion!! O0
-
Yes, beard is the choice O0!
J
BTW nice to see you, 0mm.
-
I like your beard. It looks good man.
-
Ben, you do have some good options, bro. I say go with the beard for a while.
-
Hey guys, I figured I'd throw my facial hair growing experiment into the fray for your thoughts. Here's me clean shaven with my Captain America complex :-p
Your beard adds character. Keep going !
-
0mm ... great to see you back. How's it been going since you started shaving in August?
I have to confess that I stopped shaving after returning from my vacation. I kept a short buzzcut for some month before I grew out my hair. I kept the beard though. Now I sport a bowlcut with buzzed sides. I even plan to experiment further with my look by coloring my hair. Sorry to disapoint you guys! :-\
-
No disappointment - everyone has to do what is most comfortable for them. And, you know what it's like to have a shaved head and it's always an option for you.
-
Since 1978, I had a beard and had kept it until about 5 years ago when it was trimmed to a VanDyke. My wife prefers the VanDyke, especially with the shaved head. My head has been shaved for the last 2 years. When we left for a vacation in late August, I had the VanDyke. After returning home in September, I stopped shaving my face and was waiting for my wife to complain about the beard. She never said a word about the beard, so I still have it. O0
-
Ben, the beard looks good....good to have options!
-
Jimbo48 it's a good look--but I may be biased. ;)
-
Jimbo48 it's a good look--but I may be biased. ;)
I agree, Jimbo O0
-
O0
-
Now you have a swedish member here, mabye i'm the first? :P
Anyway, here is my little beard
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdl.dropbox.com%2Fu%2F93578814%2F2012-12-26%252000.47.16.JPG&hash=1c329316264b73cfefcf13f0f3ec1f740bdaa58c)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdl.dropbox.com%2Fu%2F93578814%2F2012-12-26%252001.00.22.JPG&hash=679c4ef39d877fd7db762452f160b0da6ebf6fcc)
-
Welcome. Looks good.
-
Sentinel, looks great...welcome to posting on the forum.
-
Welcome Sentinel!
-
Welcome, Sentinel! Nice beard!
-
Welcome Sentinel ... we have had another Swede or two, but they seem quite shy. I hope you will be more active around here.
-
Welcome to Sly Bald Guys, Sentinel. Great beard!
Red
-
Welcome. Beard looks great.
-
Welcome to the forum, Sentinel. The beard looks great! O0
-
Welcome to Sly Bald Guys, Sentinel. Great beard!
Red
Yours is also coming out nice there Red. O0
-
I've been letting the beard grow out, hopefully until I can do a tie up like Rusty Shakelford's system, but it's probably a month to two months away.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi316.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm321%2Fstchas%2FDecember2012Beard_zps723d3adb.jpg&hash=40df30867a97301cd2992b32bbbb9fbd84d3db97)
Meanwhile I can get a pretty good handlebar going, this is without wax or gel:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi316.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm321%2Fstchas%2FPhotobucket%2520Desktop%2520-%2520STCHUCKS-PC%2FDSC00764.jpg&hash=22c3fd6f1eb69eb9b34f701f9890ae861bb887a5)
-
2 or 3 weeks and I have to shave it off. What the hell is wrong with me.?
-
O0 saintc .
-
Nuts handlebars, very jealous?
-
I'm not sure what to think of this, a toilet seat & "neck beard?"
http://media.peopleofwalmart.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/4489.jpg
-
Crappy cell phone pic. I'm overdue for a shaping.
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/2524225/photos/bear/beard-2013/IMG_0503.jpg)
-
I'm not sure what to think of this, a toilet seat & "neck beard?"
http://media.peopleofwalmart.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/4489.jpg
WTF.
-
I can't believe I'm enjoying the length.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.yuku.com%2Fimage%2Fjpg%2F09d36d8461c576627ff604ff97bc177e2326317c_r.jpg&hash=8d5a87f45c7df8b0e846dbe559e56e0020402abd)
To anyone who is wondering, yes that is an Oswald the Lucky Rabbit t-shirt.
-
I'm not sure what to think of this, a toilet seat & "neck beard?"
http://media.peopleofwalmart.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/4489.jpg
That is a bit bizarre! Either he should grow a beard and it wouldn't look so creepy or he should shave his neck!
-
I'm not sure what to think of this, a toilet seat & "neck beard?"
http://media.peopleofwalmart.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/4489.jpg
WTF.
:*)) :*)) :*))
Imaginary your beard looks great. You could be a bouncer. O0
-
I'm not sure what to think of this, a toilet seat & "neck beard?"
http://media.peopleofwalmart.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/4489.jpg
WTF.
:*)) :*)) :*))
Imaginary your beard looks great. You could be a bouncer. O0
That would be interesting. At 5'4" I would be one of the shortest bouncers around. But I would be one with one of the biggest cases of Napoleon Complex. Whenever I tell people my height, they are amazed, being I act like I am much bigger than I really am.
Concerning the people of Wal-Mart picture, is he going for the vulture look?
-
I'm not sure what to think of this, a toilet seat & "neck beard?"
http://media.peopleofwalmart.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/4489.jpg
WTF.
:*)) :*)) :*))
Imaginary your beard looks great. You could be a bouncer. O0
That would be interesting. At 5'4" I would be one of the shortest bouncers around. But I would be one with one of the biggest cases of Napoleon Complex. Whenever I tell people my height, they are amazed, being I act like I am much bigger than I really am.
Concerning the people of Wal-Mart picture, is he going for the vulture look?
I always believe you should watch the smaller person. They can do alot of damage. ;) 8)
As far as Mr. Wal-Mart what would you call that hair trim a "circumscison"? ::)
-
Thanks guys! I'm probably not going to be the most active member on this forum but i'll look in from time to time 8)
-
I'm not sure what to think of this, a toilet seat & "neck beard?"
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fmedia.peopleofwalmart.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2012%2F12%2F4489.jpg&hash=a02814704df3af66670c282636939bdcc88c52b0)
http://media.peopleofwalmart.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/4489.jpg
That is without a doubt the most unique beard I have ever seen. It's like his head is detached from his body! I bet that style doesn't even have a name.
-
I've been letting the beard grow out, hopefully until I can do a tie up like Rusty Shakelford's system, but it's probably a month to two months away.
I've been curious as to how long yours has actually become so it was nice to see an actual picture. My only concern with your attempt to use my technique is that it looks like your entire beard is getting long and I'm not certain how a mid-length beard will work with a long rolled up goatee so I will be interested in seeing what you come up with. I'm keeping my beard at a short length of about 1" long because it seems to match the look of my goatee when it is rolled up.
-
I'm doing it. I'm finally doing it.
I'm tired of having too much gray that it's noticeable while having such little gray that it's not a consistent gray beard. So I'm doing it! I'm going to hit the bottle and probably tomorrow. I've been warned to go lighter than you want to be so I'm getting a light brown and I'm going to give it a shot. I've been thinking about this a lot lately and tonight I ran into a friend with a dark beard with a large amount of gray who has been successfully masking it with Just for Men for about a year now.
The weird thing is that a month or two ago I was thinking that my gray hasn't seemed to advance much in the past few years but I think I was wrong. One thing that makes the problem worse is that my goofiest, craziest, and least controllable hairs all seem to be the gray ones so at length that makes them stand out worse than if they are brown!
I'm gonna be the Bob Barker of beards. I'm gonna keep it brown until it's all gray and then next day I'm going to have a completely gray beard.
-
I'm doing it. I'm finally doing it.
I'm tired of having too much gray that it's noticeable while having such little gray that it's not a consistent gray beard. So I'm doing it! I'm going to hit the bottle and probably tomorrow. I've been warned to go lighter than you want to be so I'm getting a light brown and I'm going to give it a shot. I've been thinking about this a lot lately and tonight I ran into a friend with a dark beard with a large amount of gray who has been successfully masking it with Just for Men for about a year now.
The weird thing is that a month or two ago I was thinking that my gray hasn't seemed to advance much in the past few years but I think I was wrong. One thing that makes the problem worse is that my goofiest, craziest, and least controllable hairs all seem to be the gray ones so at length that makes them stand out worse than if they are brown!
I'm gonna be the Bob Barker of beards. I'm gonna keep it brown until it's all gray and then next day I'm going to have a completely gray beard.
Just be careful--I had a really nasty skin reaction to JFM--the skin started oozing clear mucus like stuff. It went away once I stopped. Maybe there's another formulation. Admittedly, I've had problem skin all my life, so that wasn't a help.
-
I've been letting the beard grow out, hopefully until I can do a tie up like Rusty Shakelford's system, but it's probably a month to two months away.
I've been curious as to how long yours has actually become so it was nice to see an actual picture. My only concern with your attempt to use my technique is that it looks like your entire beard is getting long and I'm not certain how a mid-length beard will work with a long rolled up goatee so I will be interested in seeing what you come up with. I'm keeping my beard at a short length of about 1" long because it seems to match the look of my goatee when it is rolled up.
It's going to need some more length. I've even looked at a couple of vids on how the Sikh community ties their beards,
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ycVsqksYhc
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sor55nKC1f8
The second is closest to your method. But they use all kinds of stuff to prepare the beard and I'm not sure I'm into doing that. Obviously the second vid shows how to do a shorter growth and has some techniques very much like the RS Method.
-
It's going to need some more length. I've even looked at a couple of vids on how the Sikh community ties their beards,
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ycVsqksYhc
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sor55nKC1f8
The second is closest to your method. But they use all kinds of stuff to prepare the beard and I'm not sure I'm into doing that. Obviously the second vid shows how to do a shorter growth and has some techniques very much like the RS Method.
Those are some pretty impressive videos and after watching the first I was tempted to grow out a long beard all the way around. Maybe someday, but not now. The first guy's technique results in a beard that almost looks plastic at the end, but I assume that was caused by the spray he put on at the end. I wonder how it would look in a day or two after that relaxes a bit. I know mine looks best after the first day.
As for the second video: curse you Apple for bringing weird, narrow aspect ratio video to the world! We're trying to go wider and get rid of 4:3 and these smartphones are taking video the wrong direction! (Basically I didn't have time to really watch it so that's the best comment I could come up with)
-
Just be careful--I had a really nasty skin reaction to JFM--the skin started oozing clear mucus like stuff. It went away once I stopped. Maybe there's another formulation. Admittedly, I've had problem skin all my life, so that wasn't a help.
Although I do have annoying acne and reacted to poison ivy something fierce as a kid, I tend not to get reactions to things. The last time was a bad bar of soap that messed me up a decade ago.
I researched and knew to go light, so I went and got "Light Brown" and put a sample on a chunk of my lower goat and the tips of my sideburns and can't see much difference. Maybe that means I got it right? I looked at a long white hair and I think it is darker at the bottom than at the top, but the difference is minor. Oh well, now that it has dried I'm off to do the rest of it.
-
UPDATE: I just completed my first full coloring. I wasn't too impressed with that little sample test, but this full-blown coloring seemed to make a change. The tops of my sideburns are now brown instead of graying, and the gray hairs that were concentrated in the center of my goatee now seem to be light brown. The bad thing is that the hairs that had not yet grayed seemed to have picked up more color than the gray ones. That said it was a noticeable improvement and does not look painted.
I have a more = better mentality, but I did heed the warnings to choose a color lighter than you think you need but I left the coloring in for 6.5 minutes instead of the recommended 5.
I know this stuff builds up in the hair so since this was just my first application I plan to apply it on a weekly basis for a couple weeks before going onto the more relaxed routine others suggest so that it can build up.
The odor of my goatee is odd right now. It's a familiar smell but I can't remember what it reminds me of...
-
I know this stuff builds up in the hair so since this was just my first application I plan to apply it on a weekly basis for a couple weeks before going onto the more relaxed routine others suggest so that it can build up.
You'll also find that when you first rinse out the gel, your color doesn't look much different, but the color will take hold in about 20 minutes' time, so be careful not to overdo it.
-
The odor of my goatee is odd right now. It's a familiar smell but I can't remember what it reminds me of...
Smells like Teen Spirit? (Okay imaginary, the nineties called, and they want their joke back.)
-
This was my beard before trimming..........will have to wait a couple of months to get back there....
-
I keep my beard short. It gets too straggly so trim once a week
-
O0 Looks good !
-
Your beard does look good trimmed, I think mine needs the extra growth to fill out properly.
-
Your beards look great - I have grown my goatee thicker for the winter and must confess it was way too gray so helped it a bit with some color- I will post a new pic soon. Working on a week of full beard to see how it goes too
-
Wolfshead Beard Dye is a product I like because it is natural. I found out a couple years ago that I am very allergic to the Just For Men Beard Dye... which doesn't seem to be uncommon...even in guys who use it successfully for years (they can suddenly develop an allergy to it). http://www.beardye.com/ (http://www.beardye.com/) This is a very simple product that is easy to apply with a brush. My hair is black, so I ordered the dark brown (to avoid the "Sharpie look"). You brush the product in (no activators or two-step process). You can brush in as much or little as you want, to make it look natural. The only thing is that it is temporary, and doesn't last very long (one day or so).. but that suites me well. I don't use it all the time anyway.
Here is a more updated pic of my beard. I should have put the dye in it before the pic... oh, well!
I imagine if your beard was very long, it may be more necessary to use a more permanent product if you can.
-
Myke, that's a cracking beard you have. Looks really good.
-
O0
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fstatic.movember.com%2Fuploads%2F2011%2Fposts%2F884%2Fca2%2F884ca28f0a73d86ad5447fbef0923dc3-50ba41727c8f6.jpg&hash=5dd8423202de2411b25d4b5f5d3a7806a6c9f247)
Well fellas theres some cracking facial hair!! Heres my ten pence worth.
OK so its a movember leftover but I loved it so this is how I am at the moment.
-
Sleek, that's awesome. I have tried to shape my beard often but I end up looking stupid or it goes wonky! I jsut stick with the full beard but that's awesome
-
Go bush for a few days and all these new beards crop up! They all look awesome guys, keep up the good work!
-
You'll also find that when you first rinse out the gel, your color doesn't look much different, but the color will take hold in about 20 minutes' time, so be careful not to overdo it.
I *did* notice that and thought I was just imagining things. I always imagined this stuff would work like a stain that would be applied to wood, but this compound is lighter than the final result and obviously seems to keep working after you think it has been washed from the hair. I hope the reaction that's going on doesn't damage the hair, but JFM is not supposed to have ammonia which is supposedly harsh on hair.
I'm still planning to reapply this weekend. I missed some gray on the lower corner of one side since I didn't pay as much attention to the cheeks, and some of the grays in the front are pale brown. Technically, I accomplished exactly what I wanted but this is a new toy and therefore I just push it beyond its limits, regret what I did, and then carry on with more restraint in the future. It's just my way.
-
Afterall, if we don't push the limits how far do we know we can go.
-
Here is a more updated pic of my beard.
That's a great beard, Slymyke. Very full and well squared off on the sides, there. O0
-
Had my last visit to the barbers at the end of November. Kept my promise to stay out of the barbers for the rest of 2012.
Now it's 2013, think it might be time for a shape and a minor trim.
-
Now it's 2013, think it might be time for a shape and a minor trim.
Lookin' good, so let it grow! ;) Stay out of the barbershop a little "longer"--pun intended. >:D
-
Thanks, CUE4LL. I like that expression, "cracking"!
Mr. Jules.. thanks... and your beard is looking great too. It has filled in a lot in the back. I hope your regular barber is working when you go for your trim this time... after that other person set you back before. ;)
-
Sleek, that's awesome. I have tried to shape my beard often but I end up looking stupid or it goes wonky! I just stick with the full beard but that's awesome
Your beard looks fine there to me! Frames your face quite nicely.
-
think it might be time for a shape and a minor trim.
Nah! Luzca bien.
-
Thanks, CUE4LL. I like that expression, "cracking"!
Mr. Jules.. thanks... and your beard is looking great too. It has filled in a lot in the back. I hope your regular barber is working when you go for your trim this time... after that other person set you back before. ;)
Slymyke, I am definitely looking out for my regular barber. He knows what to do.
Cracking is very British English !! We use it to mean 'great'. Cracking drink, cracking good tune. And I agree with CUE4LL - you have a cracking beard.
-
After much speaking of taking photos and forgetting, here is a beard update for you guys, I'm just past the 2 month mark now of having a full beard.
I actually got some good feed back on new years eve from a very drunk friend who told me he much rathers the full beard over the van dyke (as we all know drunk people are usually the must truthful haha). Anyways without further delay:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FmaLEO.jpg&hash=ff807ab5e0a073ed162a7d94ef267d4ec2cc4d56)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FVX9nD.jpg&hash=9d6c0d0bf5c9449fd21b3588b3ddacbe037c6d94)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2Fbxqxo.jpg&hash=10a909b05a2e7716aeb904ae911bcced86ff04d6)
As you can see, summer has been very kind to me for the most part, that shadow is almost gone compared to the last update haha
-
Sweat beard my friend.... Very jealous!
-
Sweat beard my friend.... Very jealous!
Cheers mate! I find it funny that many people here love it, yet most of my family and friends want me to shave it off. It's like their opinion on the topic matters... haha!
-
Sweat beard my friend.... Very jealous!
Cheers mate! I find it funny that many people here love it, yet most of my family and friends want me to shave it off. It's like their opinion on the topic matters... haha!
Cool Photos! You're one who can really pull that style of. The Pics with the side views are impressive and cool headshape for the "Sly_look".
You could tell your family you can't shave it off, cuz you are known as "the Beardman" in a cool forum ;)
-
Great pics, Beardman... and great beard too! O0 O0
-
Thanks guys!
@Ben, That's not a bad idea. I tried explaining to them that if I shave my beard I'll lose my superpowers, but they didn't buy that :/O
-
Thanks guys!
@Ben, That's not a bad idea. I tried explaining to them that if I shave my beard I'll lose my superpowers, but they didn't buy that :/O
You are The Beard Wizard of Oz! O0
Red
-
Beardman, that beard is bordering on legendary status. I'm more than a bit jealous
-
Looks awesome, beardman! Great job! O0
-
Beardman, that's an epic beard, absolutely epic. O0
-
That is an IMPRESSIVE beard!!
-
That is really impressive.
-
Beardman, Your beard is awesome. It looks great with the sly dome which is also awesome. THanks for sharing the pictures. Take care mate!
-
Dude, that beard is epic, think it looks great full.
I went to a comedy club for NYE and saw a guy called Martin Mor who was rocking a hell of a beard that made me think of yourself!!
-
Beardman, very nice man. Great shots , even the right color shirt LOL ! O0
-
Wow Beardman!, You're my hero. Nice going; looks good along with the shadow-free head!
-
Impressive beardman, total dedication to the beard cause!
-
Haha thanks so much guys, you are going to give me a head bigger then my beard :*))
Beardman, very nice man. Great shots , even the right color shirt LOL ! O0
I almost had to slap my hands as I was reaching for one of my black band shirts in order to take this set of photos bahaha!
Wow Beardman!, You're my hero. Nice going; looks good along with the shadow-free head!
I didn't even realise I had tanned so much until I took these photos, I have been spending a lot of time outdoors, other then the fact I work outdoors. When I start getting warm I know own this pretty kick a$$ wicker style wide brimmed hat, mum thought I was buying it as a joke, I think it was the best $15 bucks I ever spent! She thought It was so funny when I picked it up and tried it on that she even paid for it for me, which makes it all the better O0
Dude, that beard is epic, think it looks great full.
I went to a comedy club for NYE and saw a guy called Martin Mor who was rocking a hell of a beard that made me think of yourself!!
Had to look him up, oh boy! That guy has a great beard, he is my kind of comic too! If he is ever in Australia I'm going to have to check him out!
-
You have truly earned your moniker!
-
Cheers bloke, I'm glad I am living up to my name ;)
-
Cheers bloke, I'm glad I am living up to my name ;)
Beardman, your own beard is a piece of living art.
It's been nearly 7 weeks since I last went to the barbers to have my trimmed. It's getting to the stage where its taking on a life of its own.
-
Looks good MJ, they have a habit of doing that . When I had mine I wouldn't let a barber near it . I was never happy with what they did. As another member said if I do it it is my mistake . So are you going to keep it ?
-
Looks good MJ, they have a habit of doing that . When I had mine I wouldn't let a barber near it . I was never happy with what they did. As another member said if I do it it is my mistake . So are you going to keep it ?
Really don't think I've got the confidence to tackle the beard, myself. Know what you mean about the barber, though. They've butchered it before.
Yes, I'm going to keep it ;)
-
Looks good MJ, they have a habit of doing that . When I had mine I wouldn't let a barber near it . I was never happy with what they did. As another member said if I do it it is my mistake . So are you going to keep it ?
Really don't think I've got the confidence to tackle the beard, myself. Know what you mean about the barber, though. They've butchered it before.
Yes, I'm going to keep it ;)
O0 Super it looks good on you . O0 8)
-
In all seriousness, MJ I am really digging the look.
-
In all seriousness, MJ I am really digging the look.
Thanks, there.
Been getting more ideas at this web site: http://www.beards.org/
-
Yes, I'm going to keep it ;)
I would hope so, it's a really good addition to your look. Patience has paid off big time!
-
I would hope so, it's a really good addition to your look. Patience has paid off big time!
Thank you.
Liked the idea of shaving my head. And this forum encouraged me to go for it. And that was nearly a year ago. Mind you, with a receding hairline, the options were running out.
But never thought I'd get into this beard business. Rather enjoying the whole experience. :)
-
;) Things change from day to day mj. Find life fun now days , wish I would have learned it years ago. ;D
-
Cheers bloke, I'm glad I am living up to my name ;)
Beardman, your own beard is a piece of living art.
It's been nearly 7 weeks since I last went to the barbers to have my trimmed. It's getting to the stage where its taking on a life of its own.
Haha thanks Mr Jules, I've never thought of it that way...
Your beard is coming along nicely itself, If you go visit the barber again don't go see that butcher!
;) Things change from day to day mj. Find life fun now days , wish I would have learned it years ago. ;D
They say you are never to old to learn, some people just take longer to learn then others, I'm glad you are enjoying life again though, it's too short to be wasted not having fun!
-
Your beard is coming along nicely itself, If you go visit the barber again don't go see that butcher!
Very keen to avoid the beard butchering I had last November.
There's an easy to avoid having your beard over trimmed at the barber's. Just don't go the barbers !
Have to say that I really like the feel of the fuller beard hanging off my chin. Especially after washing, the beard is particularly soft.
-
Your beard is coming along nicely itself, If you go visit the barber again don't go see that butcher!
Very keen to avoid the beard butchering I had last November.
There's an easy to avoid having your beard over trimmed at the barber's. Just don't go the barbers !
Have to say that I really like the feel of the fuller beard hanging off my chin. Especially after washing, the beard is particularly soft.
True thing about the last part of the comment: my father's beard was as prickly as ... I grew up where we would kiss on the cheek for a greeting. Wasn't fun. Oddly, I experienced the same thing when I grew mine out.
-
Especially after a good conditioning... I love the feel of my beard just after I get out of the shower.
-
Well, here is my beard progress. It is over 4 months old now! I also posted in my Epic Beard 2012 post!
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2Fd%2F13%2F01%2F06%2Fypu4ymuv.jpg&hash=df10beaa59f098d2c780e4af89f229d85742d008)
Here's mine. I haven't shaved since 12/21/12. It would be a bit longer but I trimmed it back twice to try the shorter look. I may still do that but for now I'm letting it go on its own for a while.
-
All the beards are looking really good at the moment....waiting for mine to grow back in...bit jealous of the really full beards at the mo.... :)
-
Epic Beard indeed Marsh! I'm always impressed with your handiwork :*))
Doug, your beard is coming only superbly! Experimentation is one of the fun parts of growing a beard ;D
F77, yours will catch back up again. I agree though, there has been some pretty awesome beards of late O0
-
for now I'm letting it go on its own for a while.
O0 That sounds like a plan, and just think of all the money you'll save on razor blades. ;D
-
Looks great D O U G . All these beards around here are making me envious.
-
Here's my new years beards humble beginning...
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimageshack.us%2Fa%2Fimg715%2F8275%2Fphotolbb.jpg&hash=9bb385e874baa67ec8f57ac7e956caea4b3a5b48)
-
Here's my new years beards humble beginning...
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimageshack.us%2Fa%2Fimg715%2F8275%2Fphotolbb.jpg&hash=9bb385e874baa67ec8f57ac7e956caea4b3a5b48)
Humble beginnings are always good. You look like you have great coverage.
-
O0 Rome was not built over night. Looks good . Beard growing is Patience Grasshopper . 8)
-
Here's my new years beards humble beginning...
Promising start. Do not touch your growing beard for the first four weeks. Only after then, consider visiting a barber for shape or trim.
-
Slynick83--remember, Sly can be accomplished within minutes, a beard is a commitment to 2 even three months to see what it can really look like. Suggest you review these Rules of Beard Acquisition--lots of good information there.
http://jefffsbeardboard.yuku.com/topic/3688/Rules-of-Beard-Acquisition
-
Recently, I came across this useful site http://www.beards.org/
-
Recently, I came across this useful site http://www.beards.org/
Keep that fine beard going and they'll take you for one of their featured beards. O0
-
Recently, I came across this useful site http://www.beards.org/
Keep that fine beard going and they'll take you for one of their featured beards. O0
Thanks, Saintc.
Determined to grow the beard until the end of January. Just a bit concerned that someone senior in the office might think it looks unprofessional. But as another SBG-er said here, no need to worry.
At the moment mainly motivated by the feel of it. The beard is developing some real body under the chin.
-
Cheers bloke, I'm glad I am living up to my name ;)
Beardman, your own beard is a piece of living art.
It's been nearly 7 weeks since I last went to the barbers to have my trimmed. It's getting to the stage where its taking on a life of its own.
Haha thanks Mr Jules, I've never thought of it that way...
Your beard is coming along nicely itself, If you go visit the barber again don't go see that butcher!
;) Things change from day to day mj. Find life fun now days , wish I would have learned it years ago. ;D
They say you are never to old to learn, some people just take longer to learn then others, I'm glad you are enjoying life again though, it's too short to be wasted not having fun!
Beardman, in about 15 or 20 years you'll have a nice wizard beard when it turns grey. ;)
-
taken today with my cell.
-
Slynick83--remember, Sly can be accomplished within minutes, a beard is a commitment to 2 even three months to see what it can really look like. Suggest you review these Rules of Beard Acquisition--lots of good information there.
http://jefffsbeardboard.yuku.com/topic/3688/Rules-of-Beard-Acquisition
I was thinking we needed something like this ourselves, its funny how a lot of my own personal rules for growing a beard are in line with this, without me even knowing of it's existence!
Cheers bloke, I'm glad I am living up to my name ;)
Beardman, your own beard is a piece of living art.
It's been nearly 7 weeks since I last went to the barbers to have my trimmed. It's getting to the stage where its taking on a life of its own.
Haha thanks Mr Jules, I've never thought of it that way...
Your beard is coming along nicely itself, If you go visit the barber again don't go see that butcher!
;) Things change from day to day mj. Find life fun now days , wish I would have learned it years ago. ;D
They say you are never to old to learn, some people just take longer to learn then others, I'm glad you are enjoying life again though, it's too short to be wasted not having fun!
Beardman, in about 15 or 20 years you'll have a nice wizard beard when it turns grey. ;)
Haha, I can't wait for that day! Lots of people worry about going grey/white, I can't wait haha
-
Funny you say that, earlier today I was looking in the mirror and thought "I can't wait till it goes grey!"
Maybe it's a young sly outlook, we want to be one step futher along the road!!
-
Thanks for the advice guys.
Looks good Ben!
-
Nice beard, Ben! O0
-
Thanks Slynick83 and slymyke!
Slynick83, I am curious to where you let it go ! O0
-
More great beards keep appearing everyday....Ben32 looks like you have been growing for a wee while, the encourgement here helped my beard go quite far....it's up to you how big you want it to go....Slynick83, the wise words from the guys here really helped...
Good luck with the beards!
-
Slynick83 and D O U G, somehow I missed your pics.. Great starts on the beards.. I'm looking forward to seeing the results.
Marsh, yours is epic for sure. My hat is off to you... oops, I don't wear hats..lol.
F77Scot.. yours will come back. I did like the extra growth on yours before.
Beardman... I was just thinking how you would look with a sorcerer's hat on, and Razor made the wizard comment... lol. Another idea---Maybe you can go as "Gnomeo" for next Halloween.
-
I missed Ben's beard... shame too, because it's coming along nicely now mate! any plans for it or are you just going to wait and see?
Beardman... I was just thinking how you would look with a sorcerer's hat on, and Razor made the wizard comment... lol. Another idea---Maybe you can go as "Gnomeo" for next Halloween.
Haha, Gnomeo's got nothing on me! I like the idea of going as a wizard or sorcerer though
-
Another crappy mobile phone pic.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2Feygnc.jpg&hash=237b19241a7b0eb59af4cfe6ec059f80a37217d0)
-
Bear...your beard has filled in nicely!
-
Bear, it has grown in well. Thanks for posting the pic. I forgot you said you were growing it out, so it surprised me at first. O0
-
Looks great, Bear! O0
-
I like it ! O0 I would say trim the stash , but you are wearing it and looking good ! O0
-
I would say trim the stash
And lose my standing as an opinionated walrus? Never. 8)
-
I would say trim the stash
And lose my standing as an opinionated walrus? Never. 8)
:) Not a prob. ;D but being a famous author , don't forget about us Sly Brothers ! Very Happy for you ! O0 Love ya bro ! That comes from the heart ! 8)
-
Lookin good Bear!
-
Speaking of 'stach trimming....what do you guys do about trimming the stach area? Specifically, right above the lip. Mine is just starting to curl over the upper lip and tickle my lower lip if I purse them together.
Do you trim the stragglers that go south our tough it out util they are long enough to train with a comb to go to the side?
-
Bear, that's some awesome face fur ya got going there!....The picture looks good to me! Doug, as much as I love my moustache, I hate tasting it, so what I do is, I take my Andis clippers and cut right on the edge of the lip as if I was shaping my beardline (a regular beard and moustache trimmer also does the job) If you don't trust your own work, barbers will shape up a beard and moustache for a small fee. Good Luck!
-
Another crappy mobile phone pic.
Hardly crappy. Lookin' good, Bear! Beard's coming in real nice! O0
-
Speaking of 'stach trimming....what do you guys do about trimming the stach area? Specifically, right above the lip. Mine is just starting to curl over the upper lip and tickle my lower lip if I purse them together.
Do you trim the stragglers that go south our tough it out util they are long enough to train with a comb to go to the side?
I attack them with a pair of scissors, and trim them to just above the lip
-
Here's my face fur update. It's been growing since 12/21/12 but I trimmed it back once or twice so it probably at about what two weeks of actual growth would look like.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi795.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fyy238%2Ffdchester%2F606d928244d8954d2a04e90976900cf9.jpg&hash=593e6589697bfec54fa7322306a40f43274ca1ab)
-
Looks great, Doug! Adds some definition to your face. You have good coverage. You should go full on mountain man! ;D
Keep up the great work!
-
Looks nice, Doug!
-
First of all Congradulations on becoming Mod., the beard looks great . I use a scissor's on the stash. O0
-
Here's my face fur update. It's been growing since 12/21/12 but I trimmed it back once or twice so it probably at about what two weeks of actual growth would look like.
Doug, that beard is coming along a treat. Good sideburns, too !
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi60.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fh29%2Fsoonersseth%2FPicture72_zpsabd0a0d4.jpg&hash=0abb649ca759180b0ed537b0d08f05fb08558258)
-
That's a good looking beard. How many weeks of growth is that?
-
3 months
-
Looks great, OU!
-
thanks guys
-
DOUG, the beard look great on you O0 -quit trimmin' it though... lol (I know, it's hard to resist). I trimmed mine on Dec 21st, and it is just now back to what it was before I did it.
OUfan, you have a nice full beard, bud!
-
Lookin good Doug, I agree, let it grow out a bit more, you've got excellent coverage and everything, so why not?
UO, That's a great lookin beard man, welcome back too!
-
OK, so it's nearly 2 months since I last went to the barbers to have the beard trimmed.
Well into uncharted waters in world of beard. Really like the feel of it :)
-
OK, so it's nearly 2 months since I last went to the barbers to have the beard trimmed.
Well into uncharted waters in world of beard. Really like the feel of it :)
Very nice. O0
-
OK, so it's nearly 2 months since I last went to the barbers to have the beard trimmed.
Well into uncharted waters in world of beard. Really like the feel of it :)
As they say in the movies, "All Ahead Full"--with reference to the waters, ships & full beards.
-
Mr Jules, the beard looks great on you. Very sharp. O0
-
Mr Jules, that beard is looking great!
-
I am loving that beard Mr Jules! Every time I see it, it just gets better!
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi60.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fh29%2Fsoonersseth%2FPicture72_zpsabd0a0d4.jpg&hash=0abb649ca759180b0ed537b0d08f05fb08558258)
Nice.
-
How's your beard coming along Razor?
-
Good to see some awesome beards with the sly noggins! I am of the opinion that if your career allows it, that if you are sly but can grow a great beard, that you ought to at least try it once. I think it is a cool look that is becoming more acceptable! Beard On Sly Gents! O0
-
As ever, thanks for the compliments.
Last night, went to a friend's birthday. Meet a few people hadn't seen for a year - just before I started shaving the head. Both commented on the beard, and neither said anything about the bald head !
-
How's your beard coming along Razor?
Actually, I decided to go back to the goatee.
-
Get into some BQ ribs bro. , tator salad, baked beans ! ;) O0
-
Your beard is coming along amazingly the Saint!
How's your beard coming along Razor?
Actually, I decided to go back to the goatee.
Oh, cool. At least you gave it a run! That's the important part O0
-
@saintc, that is quite a beard O0
@Razor, i guess it got "itchy" ;)
I just can stand it for a while before i get this "itch"and cut it short again. Getting close to that again already.
-
@Razor, i guess it got "itchy" ;)
Not really. The "itch" was all in my head. I just got the desire to go back to my old look. I resisted it for a few weeks but it didn't go away, so I finally just gave in. That's not to say that the full beard won't make a return at some point. I'm glad I tried it but it's just not what I want right now.
-
Looking good Saintc!
-
Not really. The "itch" was all in my head. I just got the desire to go back to my old look. I resisted it for a few weeks but it didn't go away, so I finally just gave in. That's not to say that the full beard won't make a return at some point. I'm glad I tried it but it's just not what I want right now.
A beard is a much bigger commitment than a goatee. I've had a goatee for nearly 20 years now, but during that time I grew it out into a beard three times. I worked it differently each time but ended up realizing that I just wasn't a beard guy. It wasn't until I grew out this last one that everything clicked and now I don't see myself going back to just a goatee. If a beard is for you it might take a while for you to figure out exactly how to grow it best for you, or you might find that the goatee is the best option too.
-
Thanks, but nobody has so far sent me the Owner's Guide and Operator's Manual! ;D
The Facial Hair Handbook (http://www.amazon.com/Facial-Hair-Handbook-Jack-Passion/dp/0615291597/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1358180422&sr=8-1&keywords=jack+passion) is on Amazon. I haven't read it but I heard about it the other day so I thought I mention it.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fecx.images-amazon.com%2Fimages%2FI%2F51GB84w6nEL._BO2%2C204%2C203%2C200_PIsitb-sticker-arrow-click%2CTopRight%2C35%2C-76_AA300_SH20_OU01_.jpg&hash=e7954a7ace1a2c3488c5e5586e05983df2e66eff)
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi60.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fh29%2Fsoonersseth%2FPicture72_zpsabd0a0d4.jpg&hash=0abb649ca759180b0ed537b0d08f05fb08558258)
Nice.
Agreed! Looks great, OUfan!! O0
-
Thanks, but nobody has so far sent me the Owner's Guide and Operator's Manual! ;D
The Facial Hair Handbook (http://www.amazon.com/Facial-Hair-Handbook-Jack-Passion/dp/0615291597/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1358180422&sr=8-1&keywords=jack+passion) is on Amazon. I haven't read it but I heard about it the other day so I thought I mention it.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fecx.images-amazon.com%2Fimages%2FI%2F51GB84w6nEL._BO2%2C204%2C203%2C200_PIsitb-sticker-arrow-click%2CTopRight%2C35%2C-76_AA300_SH20_OU01_.jpg&hash=e7954a7ace1a2c3488c5e5586e05983df2e66eff)
BTW, Jack Passion is the arch-villian on IFC's Whisker Wars series.
Red
-
Nice beard, Saintc!
-
Looking good guys. Question: Are those beards like the one on the cover called "terminal" because they no longer grow?
Terminal beards keep growing but at terminal length the ends become fragile and break off.
-
This is my understanding. Each hair--no matter where located--has a cycle, domancy, growth, stable, then over again. So at the end of the cycle it drops out and starts all over again--it's the length of the growth cycle that establishes the "terminal" or maximum capable length of any one hair, and together the length of the beard. Everyone's cycles have different lengths--and on one person there can be a variety of cycle lengths.
So, a beard can be as long as the growth cycle permits--that's all the growing it's going to do, then it stays around for a while, drops out and the follicle goes dormant for a period and starts all over again.
That's how I understand the ability of anyone to grow a beard of a certain length. If the hair is extraordinarily dry it can break off of course at the tip and shorten its maximum potential too.
-
Ok, so I finally caved in and visited the barber's. Had the chin v-shaped and the sideburns trimmed.
I think there's scarcely any visible difference.
-
Looks good, Mr. Jules! I'm sure you were nervous to go to the barber after what happened last time, but this one did great.
-
Looks good Mr. Jules.
-
I wish I could grow a beard. Once my facial hair fully forms I'm going to grow a nice thin goatee.
-
Terminal beards keep growing but at terminal length the ends become fragile and break off.
I read somewhere that what happens is that the longer the hair gets the greater the mechanical stress placed upon the follicle until the stress becomes so great that it falls out unless the hair reaches the natural end of life.
-
Looks good, Mr. Jules! I'm sure you were nervous to go to the barber after what happened last time, but this one did great.
Thanks Slymyke. I was nervous ! Passed by the the barbers three times before I saw the regular barber I wanted for my trim. He knew what I wanted. Pleased with results, too.
-
Thanks Slymyke. I was nervous ! Passed by the the barbers three times before I saw the regular barber I wanted for my trim. He knew what I wanted. Pleased with results, too.
Ok, the barber did a good job -- looks good. But why didn't you just do it yourself? I really want to know. And how much did he charge for a beard trim?
I can't imaging paying someone else to do something so simple.
-
I wish I could grow a beard. Once my facial hair fully forms I'm going to grow a nice thin goatee.
Heh, when I was 14-15, I wanted a circle beard. After that, I got into steampunk and really wanted victorian era mutton chops. My sideburns developed around 16, but you need full cheeks for chops. Then I developed a circle beard when I stopped shaving after a play when I was 17, grew it at 18. Now I have no sideburns(doesn't work with the hairstyle), waiting for the cheeks to come in, and letting my circle beard grow out long at 19. I've always wanted a beard, and it's really only within the last half-year that I realized that I am, in fact, bearded.
So after that, I suppose the moral of the story is, "beard journeys" are slightly more interesting than you think they're going to be.
-
Ok, the barber did a good jog -- looks good. But why didn't you just do it yourself? I really want to know. And how much did he charge for a beard trim?
I can't imaging paying someone else to do something so simple.
Good question, Gary.
Really don't have the confidence to trim the beard. Think he'll do a better job than me. I always pay £5.00. (about $7.00 US).
-
Ok, the barber did a good jog -- looks good. But why didn't you just do it yourself? ...
I can't imaging paying someone else to do something so simple.
While I customarily trim my own beard, I don't agree that it's an easy thing to do. Unless you have a 360 mirror, it's hard to get it all correct. If I let mine get any longer than it is now, I'll likely try to find someone to do it for me.
It's extra challenging for me though because I have little sight in my right eye.
-
Really don't have the confidence to trim the beard. Think he'll do a better job than me. I always pay £5.00. (about $7.00 US).
Come on mate. You can't be going to the barber for the next 30 or so years just for that. I'm sure that you could do just as well with a small pair of scissors. It would probably be quite acceptable the first time you did it and from then on it will only get better and better.
-
Ok, the barber did a good jog -- looks good. But why didn't you just do it yourself? ...
I can't imaging paying someone else to do something so simple.
While I customarily trim my own beard, I don't agree that it's an easy thing to do. Unless you have a 360 mirror, it's hard to get it all correct. If I let mine get any longer than it is now, I'll likely try to find someone to do it for me.
It's extra challenging for me though because I have little sight in my right eye.
I agree, especially when you are starting out, it is a pretty daunting task. You don't want to ruin months of growing out your beard. I only trim my mo' at the moment and I sometimes find it frustrating as heck, trying to position the scissors right (I'm not the most coordinated person at times, especially while standing in from of a mirror). I have no doubt though with practice and probably doing it more then once a month or so, I'll get the hang of it though. I'm in no rush to trim my beard at the moment anyway haha.
-
I grew tired of the same old circle beard aka doorknocker that most guys grow around here and decided to pare it down to a Van Dyke. So far I like it better but shaving up under the mustache in the corners has been causing a bit of skin irritation. I guess I will see if that goes away. I do have a Bump Patrol razor-I might try that but at the rate my facial hair grows the notice might be noticeable quickly. What do you guys think?
-
It looks good. Keep doing what you're doing.
-
Come on mate. You can't be going to the barber for the next 30 or so years just for that.
Sure he can.
-
Come on mate. You can't be going to the barber for the next 30 or so years just for that.
Sure he can.
You're quite right if that what he wants.
Sometimes I get a little pushy - just tell me to STFU.
-
You can't be going to the barber for the next 30 or so years just for that.
For the time being, I'm happy with my 3-5 week visits to the barber for a trim.
-
Just do you, Mr. Jules.....We enjoy the progress reports regardless!
-
Just do you, Mr. Jules.....We enjoy the progress reports regardless!
Thanks, SlyHarry.
Will you ever take those bad-ass sunglasses off ? :)
-
Just do you, Mr. Jules.....We enjoy the progress reports regardless!
Thanks, SlyHarry.
Will you ever take those bad-ass sunglasses off ? :)
Way to deflect, Mr. Jules! ;)
-
I agree with Harry, just keep doing what you are doing. It is working for you, as long as you stay away from the butcher anyway O0
-
mine doesn't compare!!!!!
-
Lucky we aren't having a pissing contest then isn't it O0
It's still a good looking beard, and that's all that matters mate! Thanks for sharing 8)
-
It's still a good looking beard, and that's all that matters mate! Thanks for sharing 8)
Matt, I second what Beardman said above.
-
Bald and bearded is an unbeatable combination. Keeping mine fairly short right now:
-
O0
-
Lookin good Ian!
Bald and bearded is an unbeatable combination.
I couldn't agree more!
-
before sly and after...and a little weight loss in between, note: first pic is with my nephew, a pro body builder(Aaron Clark who shaves his head whenever his girl doesn't stop him... :x!)
(https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/406956_10151308062619859_1670063441_n.jpg) (https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/774135_10151392089886357_621277104_o.jpg)
-
Nice beards, Ian and Freddy!
-
Just updating... Still going for my initial goal date, 3/13/13 (my son's 1st b-day). From that point I shall decide if I am going to go for a yeard (straight through 'til October), or not.
Looking good, everybody! O0
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs7.postimage.org%2Ferrctzk4r%2Fdownsized_0123031049.jpg&hash=07dbf7acb134e32db269bcce364b714020508fb9)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs7.postimage.org%2Ffz9vzxzmz%2Fdownsized_0123031055.jpg&hash=7a71ad398c414344cd7e147f84272b51516e9b06)
-
natedawg thats awesome
-
Haven't seen a bad beard yet. Natedawg, you look like you could be related to me. It's strange.
-
Haven't seen a bad beard yet. Natedawg, you look like you could be related to me. It's strange.
Haha - Natedawg and you have facial resemblence from top of head to the beards ! That is cool look !
-
Nate, I don't know if I'm more impressed with the beard growth, or that you have been able to keep that pen behind your ear for that length of time...
Looking good, bro! O0
-
Ignore the goofy look.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2F9eHANr2.jpg&hash=0feae7bc30126fa2d240bba5f0af95f26015640e)
-
You Gents are looking great. O0 Keep it up, maybe we should have a beard contest ? Totally impressed.
-
Slybear, you do not look goofy.
I look happy.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.yuku.com%2Fimage%2Fjpg%2F36326e26ae7fe77e08399a14332f8fbbeaf528d7_r.jpg&hash=0e5496378974376aa3f7f106548b5a6ab2e8f280)
-
Nate, Bear, Imaginary.....looking great; keep 'em up!
-
Gee Lookin good everyone!
Nate I think you've got a real keeper there!
Bear, I'm loven that beard you're rockin there, it looks great if your walrus mo'
Imaginary, you so ANGRY! hahaha
Welcome to the beard club Surly, you've got a very nice addition, pity you nephew isn't rocking that sly look in your before.
-
That's a fine beard, Natedawg. Keep up going..
-
Beard envy has set in again...
-
Gee Lookin good everyone!
Nate I think you've got a real keeper there!
Bear, I'm loven that beard you're rockin there, it looks great if your walrus mo'
Imaginary, you so ANGRY! hahaha
Welcome to the beard club Surly, you've got a very nice addition, pity you nephew isn't rocking that sly look in your before.
Beardman, I AM NOT ANGRY!!! I AM THE SWEETEST PERSON YOU HAVE EVER MET!!! Lol. Everyone says I have a very grumpy expression, to only realize I am actually a nice guy.
-
Surly, in that before picture, the hair on top of your head actually looks like it... blocks you. You were meant to be bald.
Natedog, go for the yeard, it looks and will look amazing on you.
-
Okay, I have a bit of a rant to post. Recently, I have received comments from people asking if I've been letting my beard grow. Meanwhile, I have kept it at the same length as of late. Is there something I am not seeing? Am I making myself scarce, or are people oddly noticing all of a sudden?
-
Okay, I have a bit of a rant to post. Recently, I have received comments from people asking if I've been letting my beard grow. Meanwhile, I have kept it at the same length as of late. Is there something I am not seeing? Am I making myself scarce, or are people oddly noticing all of a sudden?
When people die apparently although their does not grow after death at all but it appears to because the skin is contracting due to dehydration. Perhaps you have recently died and haven't yet realised it? Have you noticed any odd odours of a decaying nature? Have any of your body parts fallen off?
-
Okay, I have a bit of a rant to post. Recently, I have received comments from people asking if I've been letting my beard grow. Meanwhile, I have kept it at the same length as of late. Is there something I am not seeing? Am I making myself scarce, or are people oddly noticing all of a sudden?
When people die apparently although their does not grow after death at all but it appears to because the skin is contracting due to dehydration. Perhaps you have recently died and haven't yet realised it? Have you noticed any odd odours of a decaying nature? Have any of your body parts fallen off?
:*))
-
I am thinking that I may be an alien. After all, I don't understand the human race.
-
I am thinking that I may be an alien. After all, I don't understand the human race.
That is funny. Meanwhile, the beard grows.
-
I am thinking that I may be an alien. After all, I don't understand the human race.
That is funny. Meanwhile, the beard grows.
Mr Jules.. yours is looking better and better. It looks very cool but neatly maintained at the same time! O0
-
I am thinking that I may be an alien. After all, I don't understand the human race.
That is funny. Meanwhile, the beard grows.
Mr Jules.. yours is looking better and better. It looks very cool but neatly maintained at the same time! O0
;) O0 Again
-
So..... Here is an update on my upper lip beard lol....
Just started putting some product in it, so far I'm loving the look.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi610.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ftt188%2FCarpe_diem_wgi%2Fbaddd6a0948e420cf1f5ee30a984e330.jpg&hash=8131c040ff3dbeacb7b342e3d6995d2f311d9657)
-
Very cool, Lynchy! I like it.
-
So..... Here is an update on my upper lip beard lol....
Just started putting some product in it, so far I'm loving the look.
I would be interested to know exactly what you are putting on it and how? Is it some sort of wax?
-
Very cool, Lynchy! I like it.
Thankyou SlyBear!
-
So..... Here is an update on my upper lip beard lol....
Just started putting some product in it, so far I'm loving the look.
I would be interested to know exactly what you are putting on it and how? Is it some sort of wax?
I am awaiting for some wax to arrive from the UK....... http://foadwax.com/
I'm currently using some ultra spiking hair glue, and a glue stick.
Both are recommendations from the handlebar moustache club. After the shower I blow it dry, whilst combing, then add the product, blow dry and style into place.
It's pretty durable, can go all day without too much change to it.
-
Lynchy and I met up in Canberra last Thursday and I was very jealous of his turned up moustache. I've tried it a few times but one side always droops lol.
Had a good conversation - the third member from Canberra thatfella was away on holiday so we plan to meet up later and will put up a photo of the meeting the Canberra chapter of SBG.
Its a bit far to meet up with the US members but at last we are making contact in OZ.
-
Lynchy and I met up in Canberra last Thursday and I was very jealous of his turned up moustache. I've tried it a few times but one side always droops lol.
Had a good conversation - the third member from Canberra thatfella was away on holiday so we plan to meet up later and will put up a photo of the meeting the Canberra chapter of SBG.
Its a bit far to meet up with the US members but at last we are making contact in OZ.
Nice! I wouldn't mind meeting a few of the members in person for a drink....It just may happen sooner rather than later.....
-
Lynchy and I met up in Canberra last Thursday and I was very jealous of his turned up moustache. I've tried it a few times but one side always droops lol.
Had a good conversation - the third member from Canberra thatfella was away on holiday so we plan to meet up later and will put up a photo of the meeting the Canberra chapter of SBG.
Its a bit far to meet up with the US members but at last we are making contact in OZ.
Yep,
It was great to put a face to the name.
Need to recruit more Canberrans lol
-
Mr Jules.. yours is looking better and better. It looks very cool but neatly maintained at the same time! O0
Thanks Slymyke. Now how are you getting along with your own beard ? It makes a welcome facial appearance.
-
If any of yall are in OKC I would meet for a drink as well
-
Nutsand Lynchy,
Great to hear that you were able to get together. I was able to get together with MRZED when he was in Minnesota last summer. E had a great time together.
-
Lynchy, the stash looks great. Have you heard of Pinad musstash wax, really works great , comes in a small silver tube and you can get different colors. Neutral is clear but it has been around for a 100 years .
-
Lynchy, the stash looks great. Have you heard of Pinad musstash wax, really works great , comes in a small silver tube and you can get different colors. Neutral is clear but it has been around for a 100 years .
Yes Swithcy,
Thankyou I like it!
That is what I was originally going to buy but couldn't find any locally. After some more research it appears it doesn't hold wiry beards well.
-
Mr Jules.. yours is looking better and better. It looks very cool but neatly maintained at the same time! O0
Thanks Slymyke. Now how are you getting along with your own beard ? It makes a welcome facial appearance.
Mr. Jules,
I recently trimmed it back down to how it looks in my avatar. I was getting impatient with how it wanted to curl up in places and stick out in other places. It is much easier to keep like I have it now... and I like easy.--lol.
Lynchy.. I like the new look. I was letting my mustache grow out to try that, but as I mentioned above, opted for "easy". It looks cool on you.
-
Lynchy.. I like the new look. I was letting my mustache grow out to try that, but as I mentioned above, opted for "easy". It looks cool on you.
Thanks mate!
You should give it another go, it's good fun.
-
So..... Here is an update on my upper lip beard lol....
Just started putting some product in it, so far I'm loving the look.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi610.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ftt188%2FCarpe_diem_wgi%2Fbaddd6a0948e420cf1f5ee30a984e330.jpg&hash=8131c040ff3dbeacb7b342e3d6995d2f311d9657)
Looks great, Lynchy! You totally remind me of Tom Hardy in Bronson in your picture.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs11.postimage.org%2Fhudgul2cj%2FBronson_bronson.jpg&hash=3ffe3f5dcba3dc1849b07793b26048c0909c17c0)
-
haha That's exactly who it reminded me of also!! Looks good!!
I however got in from work this evening, decided to tidy the ol' beard up before going out for a meal with the missus, some how it ended up with me going from about 2.5 inches on my chin and about 1 inch on the cheeks to about 1/4 inch all over.
A change feels good however.....
-
some how it ended up with me going from about 2.5 inches on my chin and about 1 inch on the cheeks to about 1/4 inch all over.
That's quite a pruning !
-
Yeah, I never really meant to go that drastic but I'm glad I did, change is good sometimes!!
However I imagine I'll just let it grow back the way it was!!
-
Almost long enough to tie like Rusty does!
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi316.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm321%2Fstchas%2FJan132013_zps04208421.jpg&hash=9020d95575d1ba2dd14b9a03aba83a79b5fcf266)
-
Yeah, I never really meant to go that drastic but I'm glad I did, change is good sometimes!!
However I imagine I'll just let it grow back the way it was!!
I'm glad you like the change, some people would regret such a harsh pruning. But you are right, the sometimes change is a good thing!
Almost long enough to tie like Rusty does!
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi316.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm321%2Fstchas%2FJan132013_zps04208421.jpg&hash=9020d95575d1ba2dd14b9a03aba83a79b5fcf266)
Looking good saint, how much longer do you reckon before you can do it now? Surely you wouldn't be too far off.
-
Looking good saint, how much longer do you reckon before you can do it now? Surely you wouldn't be too far off.
Actually have done it, and am doing it pretty much all the time now--sort of a modification--I've got a picture--I'll have to work on getting it up. People do think I've trimmed the beard though--even the wife--but when she found out it was tied, just three little words, no not "I love you", but "Keep it tied!" ;D
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fv11%2Fgreatnessinc%2F2CAD66BA-36D5-4C47-BD17-042C3E3199A4-4827-000001894188812B_zpsf35c2480.jpg&hash=a8fa8d40872ef52e4a87da621888bac0198eb539)
This go round I've decided to keep a thin open chin goatee.
-
saint c looking good O0 greatnessinc I like that are you going to let it grow out abit more ?
-
Actually have done it, and am doing it pretty much all the time now--sort of a modification--I've got a picture--I'll have to work on getting it up. People do think I've trimmed the beard though--even the wife--but when she found out it was tied, just three little words, no not "I love you", but "Keep it tied!" ;D
Cool...can't wait to see results!
-
It's a good thing I'm growing this out to keep my face warm during these frigid Central Texas winter days!
(It hit 83ºF today.)
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/2524225/photos/bear/beard-2013/IMG_0610.jpg)
-
Actually have done it, and am doing it pretty much all the time now--sort of a modification--I've got a picture--I'll have to work on getting it up. People do think I've trimmed the beard though--even the wife--but when she found out it was tied, just three little words, no not "I love you", but "Keep it tied!" ;D
Cool...can't wait to see results!
Me too.
I have no doubt that what she said! :*))
Lol Bear, your chin warmer seems a bit redundant! But it still looks good, and that's all that matters haha!
-
Not the best camera work and I do need some more length on the sides to make it really neat but here it is! Right now I'm using some hairspray to control the sides.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi316.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm321%2Fstchas%2F1357610635253.jpg&hash=e8a37835f3556d44d3e2ebfb3a429c5ad67201cd)
And this is a picture--from my AB card-- of my Mountain Man when I had hair & it wasn't gray--about 23 years old.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi316.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm321%2Fstchas%2Fseamanscard001.jpg&hash=7069da4e1de803214483628d277ca47e9b588d41)
-
And this is a picture--from my AB card-- of my Mountain Man when I had hair & it wasn't gray--about 23 years old.
wow, with 23 years you had a beard like that?
-
saint c looking good O0 greatnessinc I like that are you going to let it grow out abit more ?
I'm going for minimal maintenance (to reduce my shaving time). I prefer to keep my goatee neat and clean. I find though that after a while it starts to irritate me and I end up shaving it off.
-
Some great beards SlyBear very cool O0 it sure has grown. saintc , isn't it funny how color changes in a few years my first beard was dark, but I never had as much hair on my head in my whole life , you somewhat look like Serpico, Al Pachnio .
greatnessinc , mine is coming out slow but sure. I am going to keep mine at a med length. At least that is my thought at this time LOL. Day at a time.
-
And this is a picture--from my AB card-- of my Mountain Man when I had hair & it wasn't gray--about 23 years old.
wow, with 23 years you had a beard like that?
But don't forget, as time marches on it usually means you will also develop the "ability" to grow enough hair on your ears and eyebrows for a fairly "respectible" combover. ;D
-
It's a good thing I'm growing this out to keep my face warm during these frigid Central Texas winter days!
(It hit 83ºF today.)
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/2524225/photos/bear/beard-2013/IMG_0610.jpg)
I wouldn't want to picture you in New York. One time, I thought the weather app on my phone was guessing my shoe size.
-
saint c looking good O0 greatnessinc I like that are you going to let it grow out abit more ?
I'm going for minimal maintenance (to reduce my shaving time). I prefer to keep my goatee neat and clean. I find though that after a while it starts to irritate me and I end up shaving it off.
That open chin style looks like it would be fairly high maintenance.
-
I wouldn't want to picture you in New York. One time, I thought the weather app on my phone was guessing my shoe size.
I'm originally from New England, so I know all about that. 8) To be honest, I don't mind the cold at all. I actually really like it when it gets cool here. But that never lasts for long.
What drove me south is the snow. I don't ever think I could move back to the snow belt.
-
Very impressive Sly Bear.
I've just trimmed my beard short as we have had a run of hot weather (over 95F) and it got annoying.
-
What drove me south is the snow. I don't ever think I could move back to the snow belt.
Ditto. I loved it as a kid, until I had to shovel it, and walk outside in the early morning in areas that haven't been handled in days.
-
Very impressive Sly Bear.
I've just trimmed my beard short as we have had a run of hot weather (over 95F) and it got annoying.
I'm a little jealous of the heat wave you guys had over the border the other week. Although I probably wouldn't have enjoyed the full, ~2 weeks.
I kind of like your beard greatness, I don't think I'd be able to maintain something so short though haha.
-
that's all the "beard" I can grow now
(https://www.evernote.com/shard/s1/sh/c868cb64-57b2-44a1-9a82-c0f8f11e03db/5a40bb4ef243334801070774351c69f4/res/025aee41-a39c-48bb-8dec-f50146aee849/skitch.png)
I always trim it otherwise it would look fuzzy or kinky (please excuse my english)
I really would like to have a full beard once
-
Markus, looks good be patient it will come. That is in fashion O0
-
Chinstraps are quite fashionable, as Switchy said, and you wear it well O0
-
Thanks to all who complimented this mess on my face in the past.
Just an update here. Took this a few days ago. Not a great picture... Camera phone flash made me look more pale than normal ;D.
I have 1 month left until my initial goal... Pretty sure I'm gonna do the full year ('til October). Why not? Until I can answer that question, I have no reason not to. ;)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs7.postimage.org%2F3u47qrwt7%2F0211031544sm.jpg&hash=ea430c6b79a7326c6237193b24a673eb39d4cffd)
Let's keep those beard pictures coming!
-
Very impressive Sly Bear.
I've just trimmed my beard short as we have had a run of hot weather (over 95F) and it got annoying.
I'm a little jealous of the heat wave you guys had over the border the other week. Although I probably wouldn't have enjoyed the full, ~2 weeks.
I kind of like your beard greatness, I don't think I'd be able to maintain something so short though haha.
Thanks, yours looks pretty gnarly. My hair doesn't get long it just gets thick and matted. I dabbled with a Chin strap last summer, I didn't keep it long before I got fed up and shaved it.
-
Very impressive Sly Bear.
I've just trimmed my beard short as we have had a run of hot weather (over 95F) and it got annoying.
I'm a little jealous of the heat wave you guys had over the border the other week. Although I probably wouldn't have enjoyed the full, ~2 weeks.
I kind of like your beard greatness, I don't think I'd be able to maintain something so short though haha.
Thanks, yours looks pretty gnarly. My hair doesn't get long it just gets thick and matted. I dabbled with a Chin strap last summer, I didn't keep it long before I got fed up and shaved it.
Thanks mate, I'm probably about due for a new picture. I'm almost at the 4 month mark for the chops component of my beard. I'm not sure how long I'm going to grow it out for. I'm thinking of letting it grow until at least April, because I've got a family wedding, and I know of at least one Aunty that will just LOOOOOVE to see it (read as sarcasm). Especially seeing she told me to shave it off by the next time she saw me, I told her that wasn't going to happen haha.
Have you been maintaining your well groomed van dyke?
Nate, your beard is looking awesome, I'm glad to see you are still going with it. I hope you make it to a yeard! I'd love to see it O0
-
Thanks to all who complimented this mess on my face in the past.
Just an update here. Took this a few days ago. Not a great picture... Camera phone flash made me look more pale than normal ;D.
I have 1 month left until my initial goal... Pretty sure I'm gonna do the full year ('til October). Why not? Until I can answer that question, I have no reason not to. ;)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs7.postimage.org%2F3u47qrwt7%2F0211031544sm.jpg&hash=ea430c6b79a7326c6237193b24a673eb39d4cffd)
Let's keep those beard pictures coming!
Looking good mate!
-
This once was me :)(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2Fd%2F13%2F02%2F14%2Fsa9umy7u.jpg&hash=0d299a7745f269a8e1418a4e3ae992d2aed1aa76)
-
Wow, that was a lot of work.
No offense intended, but I like the "now" much better. Less distracting.
-
Nate, how can we be sure that is really you? The guy in the new pic doesn't have a pen behind his ears.. haha.
It is getting fuller and fuller all the time.
Raulski, that beard sculpting looks cool... Wild Man! O0
Beardman, you are such the family rebel. Keep it up, bud!
-
Nate, looking great! Raulski, that's pretty cool! Makes me think of the days we used to shave crazy things into our heads ;D
-
Nate, that beard is looking good. Raulski, I bet that took some time and patience.
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.yuku.com%2Fimage%2Fjpg%2F49526ea6a172877f07e9ae173215135b7d898b99_r.jpg&hash=5d33ef8db5d80f4a9d8b5d593ca7924f22d0569f)
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.yuku.com%2Fimage%2Fjpg%2F49526ea6a172877f07e9ae173215135b7d898b99_r.jpg&hash=5d33ef8db5d80f4a9d8b5d593ca7924f22d0569f)
You have a great beard going on there. But you look a bit angry!
-
You have a great beard going on there. But you look a bit angry!
But still handsome. Beard looks good, imaginary.
Here's mine as of today:
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/2524225/photos/bear/beard-2013/2013-02-14.jpg)
-
My goatee as of today (https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fv11%2Fgreatnessinc%2F6C2E34B2-891D-4141-9C1D-9D2A6FEB5A13-2760-0000012B8269A5D6_zpsb1b1fc1e.jpg&hash=a5be314524f339c91deb8c3749017c6b669fa5da)
-
Looking good!
-
My goatee as of today (https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fv11%2Fgreatnessinc%2F6C2E34B2-891D-4141-9C1D-9D2A6FEB5A13-2760-0000012B8269A5D6_zpsb1b1fc1e.jpg&hash=a5be314524f339c91deb8c3749017c6b669fa5da)
Luzca bien.
-
To the Sly brothers here that have grown their beards out with the commitment ! O0 You are all looking good . I like the well kept look . Which you gents
have .
-
Several colleagues in the office has suggested I shave my beard for charity.
Not sure if I can go through with it. It'll takes several months to grow it back.
-
Several colleagues in the office has suggested I shave my beard for charity.
Not sure if I can go through with it. It'll takes several months to grow it back.
I wouldn't do it! It will take ages to grow back :)
-
There is a possibility I may have to shave mine......My former stepdaughter wants me to escort her at the high school military ball (I'm considering it but haven't committed yet for obvious reasons) and if I wear my dress blues, a beard would be a no-no. If it comes to it, the ball is in April, but I can have it decently grown back by August. This may not necessarily be a bad thing, I can actually start over and get some better width than I have now.
-
What charity has a shave your beard promotion? Is this something the UK came up with? If this is just their idea, a "one fer" tell them you'll do it if they all shave their heads, men & women.
It's big and it's this http://www.rednoseday.com/
Like your idea - I'll shave my beard if the rest of the office shave their heads.
Or ...
I'll shave my head on Red Nose Day for charity.
-
I wish I had never shaven my beard off. As stated it takes for ever to grow back. So sure would really think about it .
-
I found it really simple to shave my head but I don't think I could shave my beard. As many have said it takes too long to grow back.
-
What charity has a shave your beard promotion? Is this something the UK came up with? If this is just their idea, a "one fer" tell them you'll do it if they all shave their heads, men & women.
It's big and it's this http://www.rednoseday.com/
Like your idea - I'll shave my beard if the rest of the office shave their heads.
Or ...
I'll shave my head on Red Nose Day for charity.
Mr. Jules,
The website says "Do something funny on the 15th for Red Nose Day"...... just tell them you don't think shaving your beard would be very funny... why don't they shave off their eyebrows...now that would be funny, and they could all join in. (just take a sick day that day... and you can laugh at them on the 16th)!
-
The guys at church did a beard growing contest from the first weekend in december until valentines day. I opted out. No way will i shave my beard. Wife agreed.
The 'contest' is over now. Many shaved off their beards and grew new ones. Others for the first time. Some have shaved off again at wife request. Some remain.
I keep mine trimmed at 1/2 inch.
-
One of the things about shaving your beard off is that it seems to grow back differently each time... Like, you won't get the same exact beard you did before. Could be my imagination, but my experience tells me it's the case. I've had some great ones go down in history.
-
Natedawg, I thought I was the only one who noticed that (like I noticed curling this time around.) Sadly, I shaved off the beard to a circle one shortly after posting that picture. Already regretting it. The funny thing is that my best friend is planning to go the same route too.
-
been growing mine out for a few days, what do you fella's think? leave it to grow to it's full potential, lol, or back to the goatee?
-
I'd say give it a go.
-
Ditto.
-
The highjacking post has been deleted--this post has been modified in response to that deletion.
-
been growing mine out for a few days, what do you fella's think? leave it to grow to it's full potential, lol, or back to the goatee?
Give it a go I reckon it would look good!
-
Wow, Saintc.... I'm not sure if you are joking or not. I don't think mrzed is that out of line. I think Beardman's thread has been growing (almost as fast as his beard)... not just with pics of beards, but discussion about them. mrzed's recent comments were in response to Mr. Jules being challenged to shave his beard off... and NateDawg mentioned that when you shave off your beard, it sometimes doesn't grow back the same way. mrzed was saying he only shaved his off once, when he had to. Not all beards are epic, but the guys on here always seem to encourage each other.....even when some off them are sporting peach fuzz in the efforts to grow a beard.
It's all good.
+1 ... I also wasn't sure how to take Saintc's post.
At the risk of a "thread hijack lambast" ... great new avatar SlyMyke.
-
Sorry saintc, gotta disagree. I think stories regarding beards are not off-topic for this thread. It's all about the beards.
Now if I went off and started posting about that time that I got into trouble juggling coconuts in the grocery store...
-
Did the beard over a year ago and now have started to let it grow more - -and I am enjoying it
-
... great new avatar SlyMyke.
Thanks, FG.
Hey, Slybear... you will have to post your coconut story somewhere... you have my curiosity up now..lol.
-
Mr. Jules,
The website says "Do something funny on the 15th for Red Nose Day"...... just tell them you don't think shaving your beard would be very funny... why don't they shave off their eyebrows...now that would be funny, and they could all join in. (just take a sick day that day... and you can laugh at them on the 16th)!
I agree with you, Slymyke. Shaved eyebrows would make me laugh !
Great new profile pic !
-
Great new profile pic !
Thanks, Mr. Jules. I want to get more length on the chin.... I just keep scissor-trimming, so it stays about the same. Your beard is a nice length. The avatar pic was from two weeks ago, so it is a little more grown out than that now.
-
Sorry saintc, gotta disagree. I think stories regarding beards are not off-topic for this thread. It's all about the beards.
Now if I went off and started posting about that time that I got into trouble juggling coconuts in the grocery store...
Ditto.
If anyone wants hijacking, here's a picture of a herd of beautiful, wild ponies running free across the plain.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fsphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net%2Fhphotos-snc6%2F254666_235935289783096_6328191_n.jpg&hash=ee34b448bec34a2a911c1a81891ee74d8bc3b31d)
-
If anyone wants hijacking, here's a picture of a herd of beautiful, wild ponies running free across the plain.
Actually we don't want hijacking. So let's get back on topic. Feel free to start another thread about ponies if you want to.
-
If anyone wants hijacking, here's a picture of a herd of beautiful, wild ponies running free across the plain.
Actually we don't want hijacking. So let's get back on topic. Feel free to start another thread about ponies if you want to.
No need to worry. I was being silly, and out to show the difference between the two.
-
If anyone wants hijacking, here's a picture of a herd of beautiful, wild ponies running free across the plain.
Actually we don't want hijacking. So let's get back on topic. Feel free to start another thread about ponies if you want to.
No need to worry. I was being silly, and out to show the difference between the two.
;) imaginary, fergetaboutit , we know what you meant ;) O0 8) again O0
-
Late to the party, there has been so many awesome new beard pics, and I'm spewing I am only just seeing them now!
@Slymyke, I'm totally a rebel haha. The way I see it is, she, like most of my family members, have only recently started reappearing in my life after at least 8-9 years of my life, so they have no say in what I do and don't do with my beard... or anything really lol. That, and this beard is my most proudest feature at the moment, so I don't foresee it going anywhere.
-
Hey guys, been a member here for some time, just not a poster. I have been working on the beard for about a year, keeping it about the length shown in avatar (been sly about 18 months). Have been toying with the idea of letting it go a little longer, but somewhat concerned with my employer's reaction. There is no "written" policy, but we are expected to be presentable.
-
If anyone wants hijacking, here's a picture of a herd of beautiful, wild ponies running free across the plain.
Actually we don't want hijacking. So let's get back on topic. Feel free to start another thread about ponies if you want to.
No need to worry. I was being silly, and out to show the difference between the two.
;) imaginary, fergetaboutit , we know what you meant ;) O0 8) again O0
Thanks on a related note, I miss the beard already. Good thing (facial) hair grows back.
-
Thanks for the comments, Saintc. I understand the legal part of it, it's just one of those unwritten rules. I would never be let go for facial hair.
BTW - I have to admit the color is not natural, it's almost completely gray. The density really did not come in until my mid 40's. In my 20's all I could pull off was a mustache, by 30 I could grow a decent goatee, but still had bare cheeks, and I had a gap between my sideburns and hair line. Now that I am 51, I have hair growing almost everywhere, but getting thinner on top. So for you younger guys out there without good coverage, don't give up on a beard. It may take years to thicken up and fill in those bare spots.
-
Great beard, Slybeard!
Now we need to see a pic of it with the bald head showing. O0
-
Not the best photo, but here it is
-
You're photo gets the point across, You have a rockin sly dome and beard, that's all that matters O0
-
You're photo gets the point across, You have a rockin sly dome and beard, that's all that matters O0
^ +1
O0
-
The current beard
-
<---------- The current beard on day 10.
Nothing close to the ones in this thread but at least it's a start!
-
It looks quite good for just 10 days.
-
Y'all have some nice heads and nice beards. I have a decent beard. I'm 34 so maybe I have a little time left to like down a Greek god-like beard. Ya'll have some nice heads too. Something I'm afraid I won't have. The sly future is uncertain for me, but I'll always rock a beard. It was actually a factor I considered when getting out of the Army. The fact that I could grow a beard made it into the plus column.
-
Thanks, Mr. Jules. I want to get more length on the chin.... I just keep scissor-trimming, so it stays about the same. Your beard is a nice length. The avatar pic was from two weeks ago, so it is a little more grown out than that now.
Impressed that you scissor trim your beard. Don't have the courage.
So I went to the barbers the other day. It's the usual one who knows knows how to trim the beard. Pleased with the results.
-
Today is my sister's (well actually first cousin, but since her parents essentially raised me due to my wayward parents we treat each other as brother and sister) wedding. So, to avoid attracting attention to myself and away from the bride and the groom I shaved it down to this shown below this morning. I actually had a nice beard going, but I like this better for the moment.
-
at least it's a start!
That's really great--there are a whole lot of guys who never end up at the finish with a start like that! It's going to be a keeper. O0
Thanks!...hoping to make it 30 days without touching it and taking it from there maybe have my barber edge cheek and neck lines.
-
at least it's a start!
That's really great--there are a whole lot of guys who never end up at the finish with a start like that! It's going to be a keeper. O0
Thanks!...hoping to make it 30 days without touching it and taking it from there maybe have my barber edge cheek and neck lines.
Hope you gonna make it !!
-
Here is my updated beard status! I am thinking that I may let it go longer than the 6 month length that I am currently at!
-
You call that brushed and trimmed nicely ! Nice treatment of a epic beard, well kept, and well taken care of. O0
-
Today is my sister's (well actually first cousin, but since her parents essentially raised me due to my wayward parents we treat each other as brother and sister) wedding. So, to avoid attracting attention to myself and away from the bride and the groom I shaved it down to this shown below this morning. I actually had a nice beard going, but I like this better for the moment.
looks great, I think I like it better than the beard on your last avatar
-
Here is my updated beard status! I am thinking that I may let it go longer than the 6 month length that I am currently at!
wow 6 months from no beard to this phenomenal beard?
-
Hey Rob6, looks like you have a great start. I would suggest you keep trimming and shaping minimal until 3 months. It takes that long to really see the coverage you will have. Too many people make the mistake of trimming and shaping too early, become dissatisfied, and shave it off without ever actually seeing their potential.
-
Marsh, do you have it brushed out just to show us or is that the way you prefer to wear your beard? In any event, you're moving into epic territory.
I was wondering the same thing. Impressive progress. O0
-
Marsh, do you have it brushed out just to show us or is that the way you prefer to wear your beard? In any event, you're moving into epic territory.
I was wondering the same thing. Impressive progress. O0
It is brushed out for the dramatic effect. I kind of like the Andrew Weil look. But normally, I do just comb it in a downward direction. But once in awhile I have worn it brushed out.
-
I always love your beard updates Marsh! the brushed out look certainly draws the attention!
I was out last night and got into a good little conversation with a what I would call, mid-length van dyke. He was the bassist for the opening band, and was even rocking the sly look. I don't know about you other guys out there, but a lot of my conversations with new people seem to be instigated by a conversation about my beard, or beards in general.
Today is my 4 month anniversary since changing from my epic van dyke to the full beard. So here are some snaps:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FgjRrJyZ.jpg&hash=245343719d613b46444ff719d72f1e2c035b247d)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FoxRHqzb.jpg&hash=1c4b94b4aae57bd3585edf35faa5f18b90da5bb9) (https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2Fbj7Xm8R.jpg&hash=d5d1bc2ac39c2e45f578a4ab83bac3ea80957030)
I have recently been considering a bit chop off the bottom of my goat (probably a good couple of centimetres) so that the ends don't look so wispy, but I haven't been able to bring myself to do it haha. Especially seeing I haven't really found my "too long" point yet.
-
Looking good, Beardman. O0
-
Looking good, Beardman. O0
Cheers Razor!
NO absolutely not! Consider working on a tie up. You just can't chop it, cm or inches. Ya hear me!
I hear ya! It's just something I was considering, but something I don't think at the moment I could follow through with.
I don't really need to worry about trying the tie up method at the moment, my boss still seems content with it as it is, if he starts fussing then I will start tying it up. But as I said to him last time when he asked if I ever got it caught in things at work, "I am monitoring the situation, and it is fine for the time being" haha.
-
Rob6, Marsh, Beardman......looking great, guys; Keep it up! @Markus-Thanks, man! Part of the reason I cut it down is after the military ball in April (if I go) is I want to grow a wider beard and the barber said to go ahead and start over. I'm not too worried, because my facial hair grows real fast (too bad the same can't be said of my scalp hair ;D)
-
Beardman, Great new pics... thanks for posting the update. Looks like you are getting that noggin tanned up too.
-
Thanks Harry!
Beardman, Great new pics... thanks for posting the update. Looks like you are getting that noggin tanned up too.
Thanks Myke, working outdoors in the Aussie summer sun tends to do that O0 I always try to let it get some morning sun then cover up again before it starts getting too hot.
-
I always love your beard updates Marsh! the brushed out look certainly draws the attention!
I was out last night and got into a good little conversation with a what I would call, mid-length van dyke. He was the bassist for the opening band, and was even rocking the sly look. I don't know about you other guys out there, but a lot of my conversations with new people seem to be instigated by a conversation about my beard, or beards in general.
The same thing happens to me too. They are like magnets! Have you had strangers take your picture yet? Are you sick of the "I had a beard but when my girlfriend/wife/employer ordered me to shave I handed them my testicles and obeyed?" comments from other guys? I swear every time I go out with my beard loose I get at least one stranger coming up with a variation of that story.
I have recently been considering a bit chop off the bottom of my goat (probably a good couple of centimetres) so that the ends don't look so wispy, but I haven't been able to bring myself to do it haha. Especially seeing I haven't really found my "too long" point yet.
I've been debating that for months too. We could easily cut off a few without really losing much length and it would get rid of the wispy-ness at the ends, but I don't want to lose any length because I want to see how long it will get. Also, since most of my ends are cut off ends I know that I am not near terminal length yet. If you cut them off then you basically lose that guide as they will all be cut off. I'm also afraid that if I allow myself to trim off the ends then that will make it easier for me to cut the entire thing off.
-
NO absolutely not! Consider working on a tie up. You just can't chop it, cm or inches. Ya hear me!
It's not really the length that's the issue its that the length gets wispy and is even a little bit of a pain to control even when tied up. Basically when you allow a region of hair to grow uncut you have some that grow a lot faster than the others and they make the length wispy. If you cut off the tips you basically allow the bulk of the hair mass to catch up so that results in a more-consistent end. Of course the downside to this is that the total length remains shorter until enough slow pokes catch up, and that's the reason I haven't done it yet. I keep debating it, but I think I'm going to stay hands-off on the length.
-
Last night I buzzed it all down with a #2 guard!
-
Looking good.
Beards like that really frame the face. I sported that style for several years.
-
Last night I buzzed it all down with a #2 guard!
Slymyke, you've done a good job, there. Do you think you'll keep it at that length ?
-
I always love your beard updates Marsh! the brushed out look certainly draws the attention!
I was out last night and got into a good little conversation with a what I would call, mid-length van dyke. He was the bassist for the opening band, and was even rocking the sly look. I don't know about you other guys out there, but a lot of my conversations with new people seem to be instigated by a conversation about my beard, or beards in general.
The same thing happens to me too. They are like magnets! Have you had strangers take your picture yet? Are you sick of the "I had a beard but when my girlfriend/wife/employer ordered me to shave I handed them my testicles and obeyed?" comments from other guys? I swear every time I go out with my beard loose I get at least one stranger coming up with a variation of that story.
At least one person every time I go out tells me a variation of that story. I still enjoy the conversations most of the time, because it normally only starts out as an ice breaker, then the conversation moves on fairly quickly. Which is cool, I've met many awesome people by starting off chatting about my beard.
I always love your beard updates Marsh! the brushed out look certainly draws the attention!
I was out last night and got into a good little conversation with a what I would call, mid-length van dyke. He was the bassist for the opening band, and was even rocking the sly look. I don't know about you other guys out there, but a lot of my conversations with new people seem to be instigated by a conversation about my beard, or beards in general.
The same thing happens to me too. They are like magnets! Have you had strangers take your picture yet? Are you sick of the "I had a beard but when my girlfriend/wife/employer ordered me to shave I handed them my testicles and obeyed?" comments from other guys? I swear every time I go out with my beard loose I get at least one stranger coming up with a variation of that story.
I have recently been considering a bit chop off the bottom of my goat (probably a good couple of centimetres) so that the ends don't look so wispy, but I haven't been able to bring myself to do it haha. Especially seeing I haven't really found my "too long" point yet.
I've been debating that for months too. We could easily cut off a few without really losing much length and it would get rid of the wispy-ness at the ends, but I don't want to lose any length because I want to see how long it will get. Also, since most of my ends are cut off ends I know that I am not near terminal length yet. If you cut them off then you basically lose that guide as they will all be cut off. I'm also afraid that if I allow myself to trim off the ends then that will make it easier for me to cut the entire thing off.
It's like you are in my head, get out haha!
NO absolutely not! Consider working on a tie up. You just can't chop it, cm or inches. Ya hear me!
It's not really the length that's the issue its that the length gets wispy and is even a little bit of a pain to control even when tied up. Basically when you allow a region of hair to grow uncut you have some that grow a lot faster than the others and they make the length wispy. If you cut off the tips you basically allow the bulk of the hair mass to catch up so that results in a more-consistent end. Of course the downside to this is that the total length remains shorter until enough slow pokes catch up, and that's the reason I haven't done it yet. I keep debating it, but I think I'm going to stay hands-off on the length.
That's it, the length is not an issue for me at all, it's just that the wispiness, as Rusty explained so well. It will probably be something that is always in the back of my mind, as I can see it is with Rusty too, but that doesn't mean I'll follow up on the thought.
Last night I buzzed it all down with a #2 guard!
That's a nice looking beard there, Myke.
-
Last night I buzzed it all down with a #2 guard!
Slymyke, you've done a good job, there. Do you think you'll keep it at that length ?
Looks good, Myke, even when it's buzzed, it still fits your face well.
-
Thanks guys... It was weird when I looked at myself in the mirror. I felt like our family dog looked when he got matted ears and the groomer cut him to look like a Beagle. He is a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, so it was a dramatic change --especially for his ears....lol
I will probably keep it like this for a while (maybe a little longer)... and then grow it back out some more.
-
Last night I buzzed it all down with a #2 guard!
Just catching up here.
Looks good SlyMyke - the shorter beard causes your eyes to take on greater facial importance. It's a good look for you.
-
I will probably keep it like this for a while (maybe a little longer)... and then grow it back out some more.
Grow for it, Slymyke.
Getting to the stage where I like the feel of my beard now as much as the appearance.
-
<------------------ Day 16 and still haven't trimmed it yet. Over halfway to the 30-day mark and the longer goal of 3 months.
-
It's coming along very nicely. O0
-
Looks good, Rob!
-
Looking good Rob! Lots of potential there O0
-
<------------------ Day 16 and still haven't trimmed it yet. Over halfway to the 30-day mark and the longer goal of 3 months.
Keep going, Rob6, you are well on the way.
-
To all my bearded brothers, thanks for the inspiration. I started a goat about three weeks ago. So far I haven't touched it. My goal--one year. I've never had one for longer than a month. I get fustrated with the patchiness and give up. Hope all of you will give me support in this endeavor. Also started working out at the gym with a personal trainer. I'm trying to bulk up. I'm tired of the tube shaped body with no strenth. The beard is coming in faster than in the past. The trainer said it was the protein supplements he suggested.
So wish me luck.
-
Grow for it
I like that..."Grow for it".. O0
Your new specs are pretty cool and look great on you, Mr. Jules.
FG, thanks for the compliment.
Rob6, the guys are right... your's is looking good.. Looks like a keeper!
-
To all my bearded brothers, thanks for the inspiration. I started a goat about three weeks ago. So far I haven't touched it. My goal--one year. I've never had one for longer than a month. I get fustrated with the patchiness and give up. Hope all of you will give me support in this endeavor. Also started working out at the gym with a personal trainer. I'm trying to bulk up. I'm tired of the tube shaped body with no strenth. The beard is coming in faster than in the past. The trainer said it was the protein supplements he suggested.
So wish me luck.
That is awesome Papa Don. You've taken on too big life commitments there, and I, like the rest of your sly bearded brethren will be behind you all the way!
If you are keen, we have a sly fitness challenge thread were we set goals and try and accomplish them for the month. I don't know, it might be something that you are interested in participating, I know it helps a lot of guys stay motivated, and it's something fun to be able to look back at the end of the month and go, "yeah, I done that!"
Keep us posted on the goatee and training progresses mate, I look forward to hearing how you are powering along O0
-
I've only been bald by choice for 3 days but have to say I'm loving having the beard / bald head combo. In fact I think I would feel more naked without my beard which I have had for 20 odd years in various forms than the feeling I had when I first shaved my head.
-
Looking good ROb6. Hang in there.
-
I've only been bald by choice for 3 days but have to say I'm loving having the beard / bald head combo. In fact I think I would feel more naked without my beard which I have had for 20 odd years in various forms than the feeling I had when I first shaved my head.
Funny that, I would be exactly the same!
-
To all my bearded brothers, thanks for the inspiration. I started a goat about three weeks ago. So far I haven't touched it. My goal--one year. I've never had one for longer than a month. I get fustrated with the patchiness and give up. Hope all of you will give me support in this endeavor. Also started working out at the gym with a personal trainer. I'm trying to bulk up. I'm tired of the tube shaped body with no strenth. The beard is coming in faster than in the past. The trainer said it was the protein supplements he suggested.
So wish me luck.
Good luck! Focus on the first 30 and then the next...posting progress pics in this thread and the sbg bearded pioneers are sure to help keep you motivated. Take it from me!
-
<---- Two weeks of growth.
-
<---- Two weeks of growth.
Keep going 0mm. Another 2-6 weeks. Don't loose your nerve. Just keep growing.
Meanwhile, I've come across my office nickname... "Beardy". How original. ;)
-
Mr. Jules, your new nickname, "Beardy" is proof that growing a beard throws them off from your baldness. They could call you "baldy", but the beard is taking prominence. O0
-
@mr Jules: that is what I plan to do. Keep growing it into a thick beard to complement my shaved head.
-
Looks good, 0mm!
-
@mr Jules: that is what I plan to do. Keep growing it into a thick beard to complement my shaved head.
0mm, expect to be on growing the beard for another 2-3 months. Seems a long way off but you will be rewarded. I did not touch my beard at all for the first month. Then went to the barbers for shape and trim. Then grew some more. Overall, took about 6 months to acheive this.
Enjoy the experience.
-
Mr. Jules, your new nickname, "Beardy" is proof that growing a beard throws them off from your baldness. They could call you "baldy", but the beard is taking prominence. O0
Know what you mean, Slymyke. Bearded is trumping bald.
Now where are you going with your own beard ? Are you growing for it ?
-
I just untied my goatee for the first time in 2 weeks. Sometimes I forget just how long it really is! The funny thing is that I just unleashed about 2 weeks of shed hairs and when you see how many hairs get shed in just a 2 week period of time I wonder how I even have a goatee at all!
-
Mr. Jules, your new nickname, "Beardy" is proof that growing a beard throws them off from your baldness. They could call you "baldy", but the beard is taking prominence. O0
Know what you mean, Slymyke. Bearded is trumping bald.
Now where are you going with your own beard ? Are you growing for it ?
Mr. Jules, It is about the same length right now. I will wait a little while before growing it out.
Rusty, where's the pic of the new length, bro? ;)
-
Good points on the beards getting more comments than the sly dome. I seem to get frequent questions and compliments on my beard and the dome does not get noticed or mentioned.
I have also gotten several comments about looking like Brian Wilson, former pitcher for the San Fransisco Giants, as well as LSU. I attended a LSU baseball game recently and a fan in the stands asked to take a photo of me to show his friends.
-
Slybeard, that happened to me when I first shaved my head. I actually started a thread some time back ranting (which also proved me point, being the first few responses were compliments on the beard.) Oddly, when I shaved down to a goatee two months later, that was when everyone suddenly noticed I was bald.
-
I just untied my goatee for the first time in 2 weeks. Sometimes I forget just how long it really is! The funny thing is that I just unleashed about 2 weeks of shed hairs and when you see how many hairs get shed in just a 2 week period of time I wonder how I even have a goatee at all!
I know right, I combed my beard out yesterday in the shower after not combing it for a few days and was amazed by the amount of hairs that I had shed, probably no where near as many as you, but it was enough to make me stop and think lol!
-
More beard action...
-
Omm, your beard looks great
-
O0
Looks great, Mr. Jules!
-
More beard action...
Looks great. How far are you going to let it go?
-
Wow Mr Jules! Now that's a good beard!
-
Thanks guys for the compliments.
How far are you going to let it go?
Will be visiting the barber within the next 2 weeks. Beard is about as big as I want it.
-
Thanks guys for the compliments.
How far are you going to let it go?
Will be visiting the barber within the next 2 weeks. Beard is about as big as I want it.
Lookin good man, I'm glad you've found a length you are happy with! I'm still hunting that mark haha.
-
Beardman,
that will be your life long mission - finding your perfect beard length !!
-
Beardman,
that will be your life long mission - finding your perfect beard length !!
Lucky I am in for the long haul! Haha
-
Just an update.. Taken over the weekend at my son's first birthday party. I had actually conditioned the beard with coconut oil for the first time earlier in the day. Let me tell you, it had a huge effect. Tons of body and shine without any stiffness. No more name brand conditioners for me.
I actually trimmed it a bit last week.. Not too much. Mainly for cleanup. Was getting too shaggy in some places.
Lookin good, everyone! Keep the awesome beards coming! O0
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs16.postimage.org%2Ffqgwhq7xx%2FClipboard01.jpg&hash=eb93cf2ce279e677048a50d7865063837e53ccbb)
-
Just an update.. Taken over the weekend at my son's first birthday party. I had actually conditioned the beard with coconut oil for the first time earlier in the day. Let me tell you, it had a huge effect. Tons of body and shine without any stiffness. No more name brand conditioners for me.
I actually trimmed it a bit last week.. Not too much. Mainly for cleanup. Was getting too shaggy in some places.
Lookin good, everyone! Keep the awesome beards coming! O0
Natedawg, that beard is looking impressive. Interesting tip about conditioning it with coconut oil.
And look who is else growing - your son !
-
Looking glorious Nate!
And happy birthday to the little man!
-
Great pic with your son, Nate. I'm sure he had a great Birthday!
-
Thanks for sharing! Looks like the little fella had an awesome first birthday with your awesome bears O0
-
Looks great, Nate! And happy birthday to the little one!
-
Thank you for the kind words, my sly brothers. They are very much appreciated! O0
Looks like the little fella had an awesome first birthday with your awesome bears O0
SHHHH!!! I can't have PETA knowing!! 5t*mp
-
Great looking beard and dome Nate .A belated Happy 1st Birthday to your little boy. He is a keeper for sure. Enjoy these days when he is young. It won't last long.
Did he get birthday cake all over his face? My daughter made sure that our son had a face full on his 1st birthday. What great memories! They are now 28 and 22 years old, respectively.
-
Looking good, Nate. So is that coconut oil you used a "hair" product or the same coconut used for cooking?
-
Mr. Jules,
The website says "Do something funny on the 15th for Red Nose Day"...... just tell them you don't think shaving your beard would be very funny... why don't they shave off their eyebrows...now that would be funny, and they could all join in. (just take a sick day that day... and you can laugh at them on the 16th)!
Today (15 March) in the UK, it's Red Nose Day. Resisted much pressure from colleagues to shave my beard. As a concession, I've offered to cut one whisker or shave my head.
-
Mr. Jules,
The website says "Do something funny on the 15th for Red Nose Day"...... just tell them you don't think shaving your beard would be very funny... why don't they shave off their eyebrows...now that would be funny, and they could all join in. (just take a sick day that day... and you can laugh at them on the 16th)!
Today (15 March) in the UK, it's Red Nose Day. Resisted much pressure from colleagues to shave my beard. As a concession, I've offered to cut one whisker or shave my head.
Just do what I tell the others: it's against my religion. Lol. It only works though if no actual religion does such a thing.
-
Think the barber has gone the hang of trimming the beard. Just cleaning up around the edges and keeping the length on the chin.
Updated profile picture was taken this morning after the UK Red Nose Day. So the beard and balded has survived.
-
Think the barber has gone the hang of trimming the beard. Just cleaning up around the edges and keeping the length on the chin.
Updated profile picture was taken this morning after the UK Red Nose Day. So the beard and balded has survived.
Looks perfect.
-
Think the barber has gone the hang of trimming the beard. Just cleaning up around the edges and keeping the length on the chin.
Updated profile picture was taken this morning after the UK Red Nose Day. So the beard and balded has survived.
Looks perfect.
Agreed O0
-
The big beards are looking awesome!
-
Great picture Mr. Jules. Dome and beard look great.
-
Great picture Mr. Jules. Dome and beard look great.
Thank you. I'm enjoying the feel of the bigger beard.
-
Thank you. I'm enjoying the feel of the bigger beard.
The beard is looking awesome.
I'm wanting to grow mine out. It's still a little thin and wispy in places on the cheeks.
Do you think a barber would be able to trim better than an electric beard trimmer?
-
[/quote]
Do you think a barber would be able to trim better than an electric beard trimmer?
[/quote]
It depends....If you are looking to define the shape of your beard, a barber might be your best option, but if you're just talking about loose hairs, an EBT might be okay. It usually takes six months on average for a full beard to develop but it may vary on different people.
-
Been a while since I've posted here,life has been crazy with finishing my last semester of dental school.As you can see from my profile pic im still rocking the bald head.Been consistantly a bald man 3 years now which blows my mind.I remember hating the days of hair loss and worrying how i looked bald,now bald is just a natural part of who i'am and i love it.The lazy days i skip shaving I feel more self concious with hair growing (well my mpb fringe anyways) then i do bald.Absolutely love everything about being bald now!Im starting to sport a shaggier beard no and wondering what you guys think?Id really like to grow to three months but could use a little feedback on what you guys think I should do.My profile pic is about 5 weeks growth
-
Hi BaldnBearded,
I think it really suits you! Even with five weeks growth it looks amazing.
-
BaldnBearded... Lookin good, bro!
-
my beard!
-
Great before-and-after effect, JP. The beard looks great.
-
Nice change, JP!
-
That's a nice change JP, keep up the good work O0
-
Baldnbearded,
that's a shapely beard you have there.
-
I am feeling beard envy over here, and I have a beard.
Some great beards.
-
Been a while since I've posted here,life has been crazy with finishing my last semester of dental school.As you can see from my profile pic im still rocking the bald head.Been consistantly a bald man 3 years now which blows my mind.I remember hating the days of hair loss and worrying how i looked bald,now bald is just a natural part of who i'am and i love it.The lazy days i skip shaving I feel more self concious with hair growing (well my mpb fringe anyways) then i do bald.Absolutely love everything about being bald now!Im starting to sport a shaggier beard no and wondering what you guys think?Id really like to grow to three months but could use a little feedback on what you guys think I should do.My profile pic is about 5 weeks growth
Have you ever gone through with this after any of the other various times you posted this question? If so, how did it turn out? All we can do is point out that you have a great beard when it is short and make an educated guess that it will work well if longer. I think you just need to do it once so that you can stop wondering whether or not it will work.
-
All we can do is point out that you have a great beard when it is short and make an educated guess that it will work well if longer. I think you just need to do it once so that you can stop wondering whether or not it will work.
Know what you mean.
I've added another month to my beard and rather like it.
-
All we can do is point out that you have a great beard when it is short and make an educated guess that it will work well if longer. I think you just need to do it once so that you can stop wondering whether or not it will work.
Know what you mean.
I've added another month to my beard and rather like it.
You have absolutely no reason not to like it Mr Jules! Every time you share your beard just keeps getting more impressive O0
-
You have absolutely no reason not to like it Mr Jules! Every time you share your beard just keeps getting more impressive O0
Thank you, Beardman. Getting regular comments about it !
Judging by the size of your beard, wondering at what point is start getting in the way ?
PS: just found out that the barber who does my beard has a web site:
http://www.charliesofcamden.com/index.html#
-
Still growing out my beard. Here is how it looks at the moment. I need to shape it, I know. And I need to shave my head again.
-
Still growing out my beard. Here is how it looks at the moment. I need to shape it, I know. And I need to shave my head again.
Omm, your beard is looking good. Grow it some more and it will look even better. Visit a barber who will shape it for you.
Yes, you need to shave your head again. ;)
-
You have absolutely no reason not to like it Mr Jules! Every time you share your beard just keeps getting more impressive O0
Thank you, Beardman. Getting regular comments about it !
Judging by the size of your beard, wondering at what point is start getting in the way ?
PS: just found out that the barber who does my beard has a web site:
http://www.charliesofcamden.com/index.html#
Well Mr Jules, I can't do power cleans at the gym because it gets caught under the bar haha. Very rarely do I get it caught in day to life with work etc. But it has been happening on the odd occasion for a while now, not sure how long, but it doesn't really bother me much, whenever it happens though, I'm immediately checking to see if I pulled a hair out though haha.
Still growing out my beard. Here is how it looks at the moment. I need to shape it, I know. And I need to shave my head again.
Don't worry man, you still are rocking that B&B! Keep it up man and keep us posted O0
-
I was holding off for this photo before I shared, I know people are going to complain about the black on black, but so be it haha!
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fsphotos-g.ak.fbcdn.net%2Fhphotos-ak-prn1%2F544624_10151390905177098_420517433_n.jpg&hash=329de217fc2169c97dba8eeee80d22dbc7abb916)
In my hands is an Iron Maiden prize pack I won on Friday night in a raffle/door prize type thing when I went to see my mate's band play
I'm currently at what... about 5.5months growth now on my cheeks/sideburns, things are starting to get quite impressive. My sideburns are alllmost sitting down properly now all by themselves too. I'm still not sure how far this little experiment will go, but I'm already starting to get that feeling every now and again to go back to the van dyke.
-
Looking great!
Dont shave it off its so wooly and epic! O0
-
I was holding off for this photo before I shared, I know people are going to complain about the black on black, but so be it haha!
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fsphotos-g.ak.fbcdn.net%2Fhphotos-ak-prn1%2F544624_10151390905177098_420517433_n.jpg&hash=329de217fc2169c97dba8eeee80d22dbc7abb916)
In my hands is an Iron Maiden prize pack I won on Friday night in a raffle/door prize type thing when I went to see my mate's band play
I'm currently at what... about 5.5months growth now on my cheeks/sideburns, things are starting to get quite impressive. My sideburns are alllmost sitting down properly now all by themselves too. I'm still not sure how far this little experiment will go, but I'm already starting to get that feeling every now and again to go back to the van dyke.
Even with the black shirt, that is still a great picture! I vote you keep the full beard! I will say that with my beard now being white, there is no trouble seeing mine with a black shirt! That is why I like wearing black now! I am tempted to go long with my beard. You are an inspiration beard wise!
-
Thanks Marsh, you are quite the bearded inspiration yourself! The photo was taken by the club's professional photographer so I'd hope it was a good photo :P
-
Beards looking good, guys! Nice pic, Beardman!
-
I have to say that I am getting more emboldened to at least grow my beard through Christmas. While I l am not sure about going as long as Beardman, I am thinking, at least for right now, to have my beard at least be as long as it is now! I am loving the Sly and Bearded look!
-
General beard update...
...about as big as I want.
-
Looks very good Mr Jules! Very impressive!
-
Looks very good Mr Jules! Very impressive!
Thanks Adamski ! A visit to the barber soon for tiniest of trims.
-
General beard update...
...about as big as I want.
Nice!
-
great lookin beard jules. you know you want to let it out a few more inches :)
-
you know you want to let it out a few more inches :)
You might be right, Smoothsailing...
-
you know you want to let it out a few more inches :)
You might be right, Smoothsailing...
Soon you'll be able to tie it up like Rusty. ;)
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2Fd%2F13%2F04%2F26%2Fevepazat.jpg&hash=cc85715b6d90530b922c366a702e15a1301acfb3)
When I shaved my head few days ago shaved my go tee off as well letting it grow back in!
-
General beard update...
...about as big as I want.
Looking good Mr Jules! If you are finding your limit, then good for you. I think I'm getting there too, its only just now just starting to get noticeably in the way, but only the last cm or so gets caught, I'm debating on if I trim or try tying it.
@Lucas, why did you shave your goatee off? I think the B&B look suits you well, that goatee is definitely a keeper this time O0
-
Just out of hospital and a man in the next bed had an enormous beard about 30 cm in length and wild hair - initiallly I though he was a woman lol. Felt quite jealous. However he wasn't sly.
-
Hope all is well nuts! How do you mistake a guy with a 30cm beard for a woman? haha! Must have been the painkillers lol!
-
Latest avatar, my beard is more back to it's old self.....
-
Huzzah!
-
Latest avatar, my beard is more back to it's old self.....
Looks really good on you!
-
Thanks guys, have only been trimming slightly with scissors so it is filling out quite well....not going to trim other than with scissors. It might be finally the time I go for the epic beard, have been tempted but scared to commit.....
-
Time for an update!
I think things are slowing down because I don't see much difference between photos, but I was able to measure some length at 19" which is still keeping pace with that average 1/2" per month you often hear people mention. I estimate the age of the goatee as being a few months shy of 3 years.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FIMG_2161_zpsbc5d7d2b.jpg&hash=40ddbb541d8d0c22710dc63e20c9b5c4e7df6c41) (http://s220.photobucket.com/user/Scuba_Steve1974/media/IMG_2161_zpsbc5d7d2b.jpg.html)
For S&G I decided to braid it up. The braid itself was 15" long:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FIMG_2187_zpsffa05c37.jpg&hash=a09152b44b5748614bf172952350671f345b7a24) (http://s220.photobucket.com/user/Scuba_Steve1974/media/IMG_2187_zpsffa05c37.jpg.html)
I thought I almost ruined it a few hours before these photos. I was in front of my bathroom mirror using my heat gun on something I was painting, and for a couple seconds I forgot what I was doing and decided to use the "hair drier" to see my beard blow in the exhaust since my sides had been getting kinda long. I whipped it up and immediately smelled something burning and my brain immediately kicked back in and told my arm "That is a heat gun not a hair drier dumbass!" I had the goatee bound up but that only had me more worried because I was afraid the heat went right onto the bound up hair. I never did figure out exactly what had burned and thankfully I didn't see any damage. I'm guessing that maybe one or two long hairs on the side hit the end of the heat gun and burned.
-
Holy s#%t Rusty!
That's like a Qui-Gon Jinn style Jedi beard right there!
-
Rusty.... That is just glorious!
You should be proud of it!
-
Time for an update!
Impressive. Especially the braiding. How long does that take ?
-
The braid looks awesome!
-
That is awesome Rusty - very impressive!
-
Looking good Brother! Everytime I see your beard I am amazed with the length, and it makes me want to keep mine growing that little bit longer... haha little bit...
That heat gun story... that is a huge brain fart! I hopefully you are more careful next time ;)
-
brain fart!
Beardman, what a great expression. Might have to use that one !
-
Time for an update!
Impressive. Especially the braiding. How long does that take ?
Only about 2 minutes or so. I think when you do it you're supposed to be really careful to keep the shorter hairs from sticking out wildly but I was just screwing around so I wasn't being too careful.
-
Looking good Brother! Everytime I see your beard I am amazed with the length, and it makes me want to keep mine growing that little bit longer... haha little bit...
That heat gun story... that is a huge brain fart! I hopefully you are more careful next time ;)
Yours is getting beastly. Have you been trimming the sides or are you letting it all go?
-
I've been letting it all go, the only trimming has been to lower my cheek line, because I'm not a huge fan of the high cheek line especially with a longer beard.
-
My avatar reflects my current look. I did have a full beard going for some time, but I kept getting the urge to shave some of it off, and said urge lasted well past the 48 hour rule. So, I pretty much just removed the chops. I dig it. So does the wifey and a few coworkers. So, keepin it for now.
Love all the beard posts. Everyone looks great! Keep it up! Rusty & Beardman, I must say youse fellas are going beyond epic and into legendary. O0
-
Still looks good, Nate!
-
So, I pretty much just removed the chops.
Ah.. the man who gave the world of beards the word "chopless" !!
-
I have this little beard right now...I always liked it, but in the Army and Correctional Service I wasn't allowed to grow it. So now I am growing it and going to let it get fairly long. Simple...I just won't shave it!
-
Ok, so my beard was getting bigger. And I was getting more 'adverse' comments. Even my brother describing it as 'distressing'. And I think they had a point.
This morning, asked my regular barber to trim it right back. He obliged. Pictures attached.
But now, I miss the big beard. Feel like part of my face is missing and like I have no chin. It's surprising how a bigger beard (or any beard) can be such an intergral part of your features.
Well, I guess a smaller makes a change. And in a few weeks' time...
There was once a time when I loathed beards: scruffy, unnecessary, dirty things. Now I want my big beard back. :)
-
And I was getting more 'adverse' comments.
Which, in almost any given situation, are usually the result of jealousy and/or ignorance. ;D
I only hope that this change wasn't just due just the negative attention, and that you yourself also felt that you wanted to shrink it down...
Indeed, looks much smaller, but it's still a kick-ass beard! O0
-
Which, in almost any given situation, are usually the result of jealousy and/or ignorance. ;D
I only hope that this change wasn't just due just the negative attention, and that you yourself also felt that you wanted to shrink it down...
Indeed, looks much smaller, but it's still a kick-ass beard! O0
You're quite right, Natedawg - if I have beard envy, then so others ! And thanks for the compliment.
Yep, did want to shrink down. Had several of those 'wait for 48 hrs' moments. But the joy of growing a beard is that it can only go in one direction.
That's a fine specimen hanging off your chin. Good mix of big beard and smaller chops.
-
I used to always get that feeling whenever I trimmed my beard, I haven't had that feeling for well over a year now... It's a glorious feeling.
I get negative feedback all the time, but the positives still outweight the negatives, and until I get go more then 24hrs while thinking of trimming it I'm going to keep going. Either that or it becomes a OH&S issue...
Your beard is still looking as awesome as always though, even after the pruning, Mr Jules. I might have to actually get an updated picture to share with you guys, I haven't taken one for a while now.
-
It is a good bit shorter but it still looks great. It will just take you a day or two to adjust to the new look.
-
Beardman, yes do please update your profile pic with more newer evidence of your mega-beard. And make sure you take your picture with a brighter shirt, for the contrast !!
Razor X and Beardman, thanks for the compliments. A few folks have said the shorter beard makes me look younger. They may be right. Still, there's always the option to return to bigger beard. ;)
-
Looks good post trim. I think the trim makes it look thicker
-
Looks good post trim. I think the trim makes it look thicker
Thanks, I'd agree with you.
Been wearing a beard now for over a year now. And still learning that a beard is nearly always work in progress. Rarely a project complete.
Where as bald is bald !
-
Impressed and inspired by some of the awesome facial foliage I've been watching on this thread!
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdistilleryimage3.s3.amazonaws.com%2F9fa899d2bead11e29cae22000a9f1378_7.jpg&hash=9282bf5e0bda4009ca25a4bb21b44c7990071fa0)
This is a picture I took a couple of days ago. I'm about 6 months into growing my current beard and my goal is to sort of see how long I can stand growing it. I'm a stay-at-home-dad right now, and will be a community college student as well this Fall, so with no one to answer to, this seems like a good time to go full ZZ Top with it.
I'm just trimming strays and doing a little shape maintenance here and there. I've been washing with Grandpa's Pine Tar Shampoo to keep it clean and keep the skin happy, then using a 100% Boar bristle brush and Ox Horn comb for upkeep and Honest Amish Beard Balm (Reg. & Extra Grit).
So far, the wife is on board and says she'll let me know if it gets to be too much for her.
Wish me luck, and throw me advice as you see fit ;)
-
Wish me luck, and throw me advice as you see fit ;)
The beard is coming along a treat. Consider adding more length to the chin.
And dark framed glasses always look good with a bald head. But what would I know... ;)
-
Well here it is lads. I only have it because I made a bet that I wouldn't shave or even trim until Connie and I got our visas to Canada... It's taking a while! I hate the feeling and I'm not keen on the look either, I'm sure I'd like it with a trim, but this needs shape, I keep getting told I look like a 'terrorist'. I'm holding some hair out to show how long it actually is, my hair is super coarse and just brushes up.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2Fd%2F13%2F05%2F24%2Fava2ugyn.jpg&hash=4c5d6586dcbb4acce569342fbe4d21168afd922a)
And because I couldn't resist.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2Fd%2F13%2F05%2F24%2Fupe8y4u7.jpg&hash=d013edb25a568511947f6436a9db04255a45892b)
-
Well here it is lads.
Goodness me. And get that mustache, too !
Does your beard change shape depending on your emotions ? Surprise ? Excitement ? Delight ?
-
Yup, all I did in that last photo was pull that face and the beard just knew what to do (it tells me to do things sometimes)
-
it tells me to do things sometimes
Oh, thank god I'm not the only one!
What's riding on this bet that you would go without trimming your beard for so long if you are unhappy with it?
PS, I love that last photo!
-
It's my good luck beard so it would be bad juju if I shaved it off. Kinda like when sportsmen grow their beards during playoffs... It's my visa playoffs beard.
-
Oh, thank god I'm not the only one!
Also, with such a colossal beard, I'm sure part of your brain and nervous system will have migrated into it, so I'm not surprised! I may not be enjoying mine, but I definitely have beard envy.
-
It's my good luck beard so it would be bad juju if I shaved it off. Kinda like when sportsmen grow their beards during playoffs... It's my visa playoffs beard.
Completely understandable then, it's like washing that lucky jockstrap... Hopefully you win that visa playoff :D
Oh, thank god I'm not the only one!
Also, with such a colossal beard, I'm sure part of your brain and nervous system will have migrated into it, so I'm not surprised! I may not be enjoying mine, but I definitely have beard envy.
I think you are right mate, It has certainly become a part of me.
I still get beard envy myself too, there are some rockin beards out there
-
I suppose there's always Rusty's beard to aspire to!
-
Well there is always that, and one day my beard might get that long, but there are guys out there with awesome looking shorter or even quirky beards too, that make me a bit envious.
-
Well there is always that, and one day my beard might get that long, but there are guys out there with awesome looking shorter or even quirky beards too, that make me a bit envious.
Beardman, how on earth can you ever get beard envy ??!!
-
Well there is always that, and one day my beard might get that long, but there are guys out there with awesome looking shorter or even quirky beards too, that make me a bit envious.
You already have more beard than a man your age is entitled to. ;)
-
Well there is always that, and one day my beard might get that long, but there are guys out there with awesome looking shorter or even quirky beards too, that make me a bit envious.
You already have more beard than a man your age is entitled to. ;)
Haha, with the looks I get sometimes, I'm almost inclined to agree with you :XX
-
I recently grew out my beard for the longest time I've ever allowed it to go, just over 3 months. Unfortunately I do not have any funny pictures to share with you guys, but with having quite wiry beard hairs, I was walking around looking like Slyfive's last pic there all too often. Being teased, etc. it was just too much.
I've been keeping my facial hair at 1/4'' length with a pair of clippers for the last month or so and it's been going well. A good compromise between looking like a teenager and a hipster hobo.
-
A good compromise between looking like a teenager and a hipster hobo.
Unfortunately it seems all I can do is straight up hobo, or Amish perhaps.
-
To be honest, someone called me Amish Abraham Lincoln and I wound up trimming it that week ;D
-
Sam, that looks pretty good after three months....shaped nicely and all!
-
Thank you Harry. I know the quality and lighting of the pic is poor, though I suppose that happens when one gets lazy and uses a webcam to take photos. I also have blond hair.
Bald and bearded is an excellent choice for all younger sly guys who aspire to no longer look like children. Of course, it never stops being an excellent choice for any bald man. (For those who can't grow facial hair, well that's just less hair maintenance overall and more time for other things.)
-
You guys have some killer facial hair! I wish I could grow a better beard, mine is not as dense or filled in as I would like it.
Albeit not perfect, I feel it is the best look I can get with what I've got.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi274.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fjj242%2Freymudo%2Fphoto3.jpg&hash=d6c5e6a60016a57dd4ea8d237639d775b8697cb9) (http://s274.photobucket.com/user/reymudo/media/photo3.jpg.html)
-
SlyAdam, your beard looks great. Looks much fuller than mine at your age, and probably now. A little more length may help it appear fuller, but it looks good as is.
-
looks great Slyadam...I think they almost look better not as bushy...love the glasses too, I want a fake pair like that lol
-
Just curious, do you follow any of the beard pages on Facebook? I follow "the love of beard". It's just quotes, comments & funny pics but I find it very amusing.
-
Just curious, do you follow any of the beard pages on Facebook? I follow "the love of beard". It's just quotes, comments & funny pics but I find it very amusing.
Nope.
-
I don't have a Facebook account - although I am sometimes guilty of looking at my wife's Facebook.
So no, I don't follow any of the Facebook beard pages.
-
@slane @slyAdam
bald &beard looks great.
it is a different way to wear it, rather naturally, or businesslike
I think both look great O0
-
You guys have some killer facial hair! I wish I could grow a better beard, mine is not as dense or filled in as I would like it.
Albeit not perfect, I feel it is the best look I can get with what I've got.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi274.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fjj242%2Freymudo%2Fphoto3.jpg&hash=d6c5e6a60016a57dd4ea8d237639d775b8697cb9) (http://s274.photobucket.com/user/reymudo/media/photo3.jpg.html)
No need to be envious! You look GREAT!!!
-
You guys have some killer facial hair! I wish I could grow a better beard, mine is not as dense or filled in as I would like it.
Albeit not perfect, I feel it is the best look I can get with what I've got.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi274.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fjj242%2Freymudo%2Fphoto3.jpg&hash=d6c5e6a60016a57dd4ea8d237639d775b8697cb9) (http://s274.photobucket.com/user/reymudo/media/photo3.jpg.html)
I'm just starting to grow one. I'm 44 and I've always been clean shaven. I've never skipped shaving for more than a weekend.
I've thought about it before (even more after I started shaving my head) and even mentioned it to my wife a few times jokingly, but she was never a fan. Last weekend out of the blue she stated that she wondered how I'd look with facial hair (beard, goatee, the '10 day growth' look - that's the one I think she's really thinking about). So I took that as my opportunity and have stopped shaving my face.
Not sure how it's going to look. It is going to have a lot of grey and I'm not sue about the space below the lower lip, seems a little empty at this point.
I would actually like to end up with something like yours slyAdam. So while you may be envious of the others, I may end up envious of yours.
-
Well, skram, if you're like most of us guys, believe it or not, it only takes roughly three weeks to have decent coverage on the face (too bad the same can't be said for the scalp LOL).
-
got lots of compliments on my goatee after growing it longer and shaping it.
-
First summer bald and full beard (being I work in fashion retail, I feel like summer is nearly over.)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.yuku.com%2Fimage%2Fjpg%2F340362096cc57028778308ec9b3b1a953bf304ab_s.jpg&hash=89de3868357f1bba0b8e994520f0f8a20208f77c)
-
So I'm getting rid of my beard, here's the current state of it
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2Fd%2F13%2F07%2F12%2Fra9umu5u.jpg&hash=a6254166bb40780e9a25d24152efea082391fb7b)
-
Nice coverage, Matt, sure hate to see it go....but sometimes change can be a good thing. Imaginary, like the coverage and shaping on yours!
-
I took a good fun fun photos of the shaving off process that I might share, I know it doesn't look that long because it curls up, but it was 9cm long, not bad work. I kept the spectacular handlebar.
-
Slyfive, I thought the beard looked good, but I am eagar to see the look with just the handlebar.
-
It's all about the length for me. I wore the goatee close cropped for years. As soon as I grew it out a little, I started getting compliments from strangers.
-
I was thinking of growing a goaty but I'm still young! Lol
-
So?
-
So?
It was a joke
-
It's all about the length for me. I wore the goatee close cropped for years. As soon as I grew it out a little, I started getting compliments from strangers.
Great density, reddog. I've come do learn that a little length can make a huge difference. Overtrimming is a very common mistake. A guy I work with trims his about once a week and when he does, from a distance it almost looks like he's shaved clean. It recovers in about a week but by then he's ready to trim again. I don't know why he trims it so close.
-
Still growing my beard.
-
Looking good, 0mm! I'm guessing you are still sly, right?
-
Still growing my beard.
How much more ?
-
Still growing my beard.
How much more ?
1 month or so
-
1 month or so
Ausgezeichnet. Another 2 cm.
Here is my beard.
-
Looks great, 0mm. The extra length really makes your beard stand out.
-
Hey guys, there are some great beard pics on here since I logged in last! I was on the road and busy with work for a couple months. Now I am unemployed, so I have too much time :-\ -lol. The worst part of it for me is that over the past month, I have shaved off my full beard down to a goatee for an interview...then evened it out and was just growing it back pretty well when I had another interview, so I shaved it off again. I don't like just having my goatee anymore, but feel that I can't go into an interview with the full beard. (of course, you know I am pulling the "bait-and-switch routine"... I will grow it back after I am hired ;D *right now, I have a goatee with beard stubble on the rest of my face... waiting for it to grow back, or until I get another interview (whichever comes first).
-
Sorry to hear that you are unemployed but it is good to see you posting again.
-
Thanks, Razor. It's good to be back.
-
Good luck on the job search. I'm recently retired, so I am enjoying my free time! Looking good.
-
Welcome back Slymyke. Good luck with the job hunt. It can be a bit of numbers game. You just keep on applying and applying until someone makes you a job offer. You will get there.
-
Welcome back slymyke
and good luck for a new job O0
-
Thanks, Guys. I appreciate the good wishes for the job hunt.
Mr. Jules, that beard still looks great!
reddog, yours is cool too!
-
Welcome back, slymyke! Good luck with the job search and hope you can find something that you will enjoy!
-
First post, Been a lurker for a while, just never had anything to contribute. This is me a few years ago at 23, the day I shaved it off completely. Grew it for six months while 2 friends were away studying abroad, and when they came back I got rid of it. But I've had a beard since I was 16. I'm on the way to growing myself a longer one. at the moment.
-
Thanks Slymyke.
Been away and have had a chance to get some sunshine and grow the beard a bit more. Latest profile picture.
-
First post, Been a lurker for a while, just never had anything to contribute. This is me a few years ago at 23, the day I shaved it off completely. Grew it for six months while 2 friends were away studying abroad, and when they came back I got rid of it. But I've had a beard since I was 16. I'm on the way to growing myself a longer one. at the moment.
Welcome aboard! That is a fine specimen of a beard: thanks for posting and sharing!
-
Mr Jules, outstanding beard! Great compliment to the sly look.
-
just never had anything to contribute.
Oh but you have got something to contribute, KieranJSims....your fine beard !
Welcome to SBG.
Thought I'd post a beard progress report.
-
Mr Jules, outstanding beard! Great compliment to the sly look.
Thanks Reddog. Think there's more work ahead. I'm pushing on...
-
Looking good, everyone! Keep up the great work!
Sorry to hear about the unemployment, slymyke. You'll bounce back in no time (as will your excellent beard), brother!
As for myself, here is an updated picture (my avatar picture was taken back in early April). As you can see, I'm going full force again. The last time I tried growing it out, I kept getting the urge to trim after a few months. The urge went well past the 48 hour rule, so I did. I now firmly believe that the ongoing need to trim was because I kept trying to put a cap/goal on growing it. In other words, I was putting a limit on it (of sorts) without even realizing it. I think that was my downfall: I was expecting it to get to, or be, in a certain place, and became dissatisfied with it constantly.
This time, I'm just going with it, and I'm finding it's much easier to let it grow this way. Not worrying about where it will be when I get to a certain date.. Not worrying about the coverage, or even how it looks. It's honestly nice. It seems to be growing much faster when I don't pay attention to it (a watched pot never boils!). I'm getting more and more compliments as time goes. So, you can probably gather that I have no end date, or goal this time. I'm just going to let it keep growing, and not pay too much attention to it. Woo hoo!!
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi43.tinypic.com%2Fb4diqb.jpg&hash=c339ee63bab3e38a51db80b9182d04093c9248d7)
-
Awesome growth Nate!
-
Looks great, Nate. Goes to show that patience pays off.
-
Looks great, Nate!!
Hey guys, I started a new job today. I had to fly out to Colorado for training, and was deciding if I should shave my beard back down to a goatee for going to the home office. I decided not to shave it... and I am so glad. I never felt out of place today. The last time I shave it down to a goatee, I didn't feel like myself. I can't go back right now. I made sure it was neatly trimmed. Just like there are a lot more guys going Sly these days, there are also a lot of beards out there... and more of the combo too. O0
-
Congrats on the new job, Mike! More importantly, you were able to land the job while staying true to yourself (keeping the beard)
-
Congratulations on the new job.
-
Mike, congratulations on the new job. Your beard suits you well; I can't see any employer having an issue unless they have a strict "no facial hair" policy.
Nate, your beard is coming in nicely. Patience will be and has been rewarded. I also get the urge to trim and have never made it beyond the point where I am now.
-
Congratulations Mike, I hope you like the new job.
-
Looking good, everyone! Keep up the great work!
Sorry to hear about the unemployment, slymyke. You'll bounce back in no time (as will your excellent beard), brother!
As for myself, here is an updated picture (my avatar picture was taken back in early April). As you can see, I'm going full force again. The last time I tried growing it out, I kept getting the urge to trim after a few months. The urge went well past the 48 hour rule, so I did. I now firmly believe that the ongoing need to trim was because I kept trying to put a cap/goal on growing it. In other words, I was putting a limit on it (of sorts) without even realizing it. I think that was my downfall: I was expecting it to get to, or be, in a certain place, and became dissatisfied with it constantly.
This time, I'm just going with it, and I'm finding it's much easier to let it grow this way. Not worrying about where it will be when I get to a certain date.. Not worrying about the coverage, or even how it looks. It's honestly nice. It seems to be growing much faster when I don't pay attention to it (a watched pot never boils!). I'm getting more and more compliments as time goes. So, you can probably gather that I have no end date, or goal this time. I'm just going to let it keep growing, and not pay too much attention to it. Woo hoo!!
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi43.tinypic.com%2Fb4diqb.jpg&hash=c339ee63bab3e38a51db80b9182d04093c9248d7)
Nate, great beard! Keep it growing! As for myself, I will have a "yeard" on the 22nd. Truly, I believe that the shaved head and beard combo is a great combo where the beard accentuates the bald head and the bald head accentuates the beard!
-
Thanks guys for the congratulations for my job. I was getting worried for a while that it would take too long to get another one (I've had that happen before).
-
You've got to hang onto it at least until Christmas, Marsh.
-
You've got to hang onto it at least until Christmas, Marsh.
I probably am going to do at least that! To tell you the truth, I kind of would like to just let it grow until it stops. Kind of like a bald ZZ Top or a bald Santa! But we will see if I continue after Christmas.
-
As for myself, here is an updated picture (my avatar picture was taken back in early April). As you can see, I'm going full force again.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi43.tinypic.com%2Fb4diqb.jpg&hash=c339ee63bab3e38a51db80b9182d04093c9248d7)
Great beard there, Natedawg. Big droopy moustache and plenty hanging off the chin. Sounds like you are past the point of no return: just keeping going.Been growing mine for nearly 3 months now. Apparently it's an "Edwardian".
-
Mr. Jules, yours is looking great. The tinted specs add to the look O0
-
Mr. Jules, yours is looking great. The tinted specs add to the look O0
Thanks Slymyke. The tint on the specs vary according to the length of the beard. Now wouldn't that be great ?
-
Slymyke,
Congradulatioons on the new job. Your beard looks great. It really compliments the great looking dome. Best of luck to you.
-
Thank you for the compliments, my dome-headed brothers! They are greatly appreciated. Especially coming from people with some fantastic beards of their own.
Congrats on the new job, slymyke! I hope it has been working out excellently for you, brother!
Also congratulations to marsh for your excellent "yeard". It looks awesome! Like Razor X said, you gotta go 'til at least Christmas! O0
Thank you again for the kind words, fellas. This site is full of awesome people.
My avatar picture was actually taken today, so that's how it looks now. Like I said, I don't have any particular goal. I'm just lettin 'er rip!!
Great beard there, Natedawg. Big droopy moustache and plenty hanging off the chin. Sounds like you are past the point of no return: just keeping going.Been growing mine for nearly 3 months now. Apparently it's an "Edwardian".
Thank you, sir! Never heard of that... Well, it looks fantastic on you, my friend! Really, it looks great in your picture. Keep up the excellent work!
-
First post, Been a lurker for a while, just never had anything to contribute. This is me a few years ago at 23, the day I shaved it off completely. Grew it for six months while 2 friends were away studying abroad, and when they came back I got rid of it. But I've had a beard since I was 16. I'm on the way to growing myself a longer one. at the moment.
The long beard suits you well!
-
The long beards look great guys. You rock!.
-
Ok, so I went to the barbers and got something more goatee like.
-
Ok, so I went to the barbers and got something more goatee like.
I like it. O0
-
Looks great!
-
Thank you !
Wanted to try out a goatee. Takes a bit more maintenance shaving around the edges. Like the definition - perhaps better than the full beard which fizzled out on the cheeks.
Will keep it for a while.
-
Why go to the barbers though? Couldnt you have done that yourself?
-
Why go to the barbers though? Couldnt you have done that yourself?
I know.
Happy to shave my own head. But prefer a barber to do the beard. Think he does a better job than I ever could !
-
My current look.
-
Wow, 0mm, that beard rocks!
-
Looks great, 0mm. Time pays off with a beard. You definately have a keeper. Do you have plans on letting it get longer?
-
Thank you !
Wanted to try out a goatee. Takes a bit more maintenance shaving around the edges. Like the definition - perhaps better than the full beard which fizzled out on the cheeks.
Will keep it for a while.
It's a nice change for ya, amigo! Looks good. I dig it.
It indeed does take extra maintenance, which is why I personally prefer full beard over a goat. I'm a lazy man, though.
-
Omm, the beard is looking great!! O0
-
Mr. Jules, I like the new look. You had a pretty cool thing going, but the goatee is good to try for a while too.
-
Hi guys.
Here is my 4 weeks long beard, although I had to trim it down a bit to get all the hairs in the same length:
http://imageshack.us/a/img19/2200/azep.jpg
B
-
Looks great barnabe'.
-
Great beard, Barnabe'. O0
-
I tried a goat, which worked a while. However I plan to grow a bigger beard, hopefully fuller than the one on my profile pic. I wonder what a beard sans mustache would look like?
-
There's only one way to find out! ;)
-
im currently growing out a smallish beard. probably start trimming it if it gets too long, but will post a pic in the future maybe!
-
Welcome to the forum, Airharm. If you get time, start a thread in the Introductions section. It is the best place to meet everyone.
Keep us posted on the beard. O0
-
Thats how my beard looks as of today (1st Picture)
P.S: No i dont paint my eyes or something like that :/O
I took part on a theatrical act (2nd Picture)
O0
-
You just love makeup dont you!! lol
-
Lightbulp, you have as close to a perfect dome as I've seen. Love the shine too.
-
What is the difference between a goatee and vandyke? They look the same to me.
-
I think they are almost the same, I think a Vandyke comes to a point on the bottom?
-
Technically, a goatee is just the chin part.
-
Technically, a goatee is just the chin part.
SlyBear is right, and I think the VanDyke is also detached on the sides. I'm pretty sure that what I and most people refer to as a goatee is usually in reference to a cirlce beard, which is a mustache and beard connected on the sides and is probably the most popular look.
Great beard, btw... Lightbulp O0
-
Thanks slymike and reddog O0
@Koolpc, lol mate :*))
-
Nice pic, lightbulp! O0
Here's an up-close-and-personal shot of mine, taken today:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2Fphoto1_zpse655da12.jpg&hash=f28a49857caeb982ef17089ff1cf45a4803154ae) (http://s318.photobucket.com/user/rhorgan68/media/photo1_zpse655da12.jpg.html)
-
Here's an up-close-and-personal shot of mine, taken today:
Nice coverage and well trimmed there, Razor X.
Is that a combination of visits to the barber and your own shaving ?
-
Is that a combination of visits to the barber and your own shaving ?
Yes. It was last trimmed by the barber almost two weeks ago.
-
Looking good, Razor.
-
Great looking Van Dyke Razor. I see yours is two toned like mine meaning it is partly grey. It looks great on you and is well shaped. Well trimmed by you and the barber. You look very distinguished. Thanks for sharing. The van dyke and your bald dome look great together.
-
Great looking Van Dyke Razor. I see yours is two toned like mine meaning it is partly grey. It looks great on you and is well shaped. Well trimmed by you and the barber. You look very distinguished. Thanks for sharing. The van dyke and your bald dome look great together.
Thank you. Yes, I am definitely sporting the two-toned look these days, though it appears that I'm destined for pure white instead of grey. It looks a lot better now that the white has spread and is more evenly distributed. I never liked the patchy look very much.
-
That brings up a question. Has anyone colored their beard? I think shaving off my grey hair make me look younger, wondering how young I could look if I colored my beard dark. Can you get a temporary color?
-
Lightbulp: Nice beard, and looks like it grew really fast!
Razor: Nice looking Van Dyke, like the two-tone color
Reddog: I'm sure there are members who have colored their facial hair, but yours looks well-shaped as is or whatever color you decide to use, if any.
-
That brings up a question. Has anyone colored their beard? I think shaving off my grey hair make me look younger, wondering how young I could look if I colored my beard dark. Can you get a temporary color?
I think your beard looks terrific the way it is. Mine seems to be headed for the same color but unfortunately I don't have your darker complexion to offset it.
It is hard to color a beard and get a consistent natural looking result -- especially when the entire beard is grey. It looks good now; don't tamper with success.
-
I agree with Razor on this reddog; Keep it as it is. Better to be yourself, be natural, as you can usually tell a dye job. Your beard is a uniform color that looks fine.
I am heading in the same direction, with most of the grey taking over the brown. It is what it is.
Also, I believe the Van Dyke is a mustache and goatee attached, while a true goatee is just hair grown on the chin.
-
I'm obviously going to come down on the side of leaving the face fur natural. 8)
But if you do decide to color it, be sure not to go overboard.
My partner, like Razor, was unhappy with the white coming into his beard until it evened out. When it was just starting to go white and was patchy, he'd use Just for Men to color it.
He learned early on that if you leave it in long enough to color every single hair the same color, it looks as fake as a bad toupee. If you look at natural hair, it's a variety of colors. So the trick is too go light on the coloring and leave it in only a short while to avoid looking like it's a piece of plastic you glued to your face.
-
I certainly don't want to look any older than I have to. I shaved my beard shortly after I turned 40 because I thought the grey was making me look too old. The amount of grey I had then was nothing compared to what I have now. But I found that I could not adjust to clean shaven face. I tried for about two months but just didn't like the way I looked. I decided that a grey beard was better than no beard. And then I came to terms with the cold hard truth that regardless of whether I was bearded or clean shaven, and regardless of what color my beard was, no one was ever going to mistake me for a 25 year old. :-[. Hell, I can't even pretend to be under 40 anymore. :D
I wouldn't have minded an overall salt-and-pepper look, but what I got was random white patches that looked like a coloring job done by a 5-year-old. Things are finally starting to even out and I'm actually at the point where I'm ready for the white to take over so I can have a consistent color again. In another year or two maybe I can grow a Santa beard and give Marsh a run for his money. ;)
I really do like reddog's platinum beard. I wish I had his darker complexion to go with my (eventually) solid white beard.
-
I often wonder if mine will ever go completely white. It's been doing the salt-n-pepper thing for quite some time now. And while the percentage of salt to pepper is steadily increasing, I'm not sure if it'll ever take over completely.
No matter really. it's all good.
-
OK, I'm convinced, no coloring. At least the s/o said she was ok with my being sly, but never wants me to shave the beard.
-
OK, I'm convinced, no coloring. At least the s/o said she was ok with my being sly, but never wants me to shave the beard.
Sounds like a good compromise to me. ;)
-
Reddog, your white beard looks great. I color my beard, but if it was all white like yours I would not. My goatee area and mustache are salt and pepper, mainly salt. My cheeks are still dark, and my sideburns are white. So when I went from a mustache/goatee to a full beard, I decided to color it. It is a weekly chore to keep the white out, and once you start, there is no easy way to stop unless you shave and start over. If the dye is left on too long, the color will look unnatural.
If you ever decide to color, PM me and I will give you some tips.
-
Reddog, Your platinum colored beard looks awesome. I would leave it that way. It really looks good with the bald dome.
Razor, I like the white in your beard. It looks great on you. mine is more salt and pepper now but will get whiter with time.
A good van dyke really compliments a smooth, bald and shiny dome.
-
Most of my beard pics have been taking indoors under artificial lighting conditions. I decided to try an outdoor shot today. If this is an accurate depiction, then I'm a little closer to that platinum reddog beard than I thought! I'm very happy to be coming out of the patchy stage in the goatee area. I'm still not sure what the pattern will be in the mustache. I'm hoping it will be a more even transition than the chin has been.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2Fbeard%2Fbeardnaturalilght_zps0819c060.jpg&hash=8078377a6e0298b3d97c76cb21fce61d50de59dd) (http://s318.photobucket.com/user/rhorgan68/media/beard/beardnaturalilght_zps0819c060.jpg.html)
-
This is why none of the men in my family sport a handlebar.
Time to trim.
-
Wait, Cave Dweller... try some wax or something first. I'm not sure if anybody can train a handlebar without something to help it along.. ??
-
Wait, Cave Dweller... try some wax or something first.
You have no idea how much wax I applied to that whispy thing before I got my wife to take that picture.
Thanks for the assumption, though.
-
Okay. I haven't tried a handlebar yet, but would like to at some point. I would probably have the same issue...lol.
-
It takes more length that you would think to actually get a handlebar, The mustache waxes I tried would not hold mine, I use a product called "Got2b glued" to hold mine in place. Once you get it in place, hit it with a blow dryer and it stays. It does take some time to get a curl, so I usually just put enough to keep it out of my mouth and then down to blend in with my beard.
I am over six months since trimming my mustache now.
-
I have grown a Goatee and trying to decide how long to let it go. Gets to a stage when it irritates! Guess i need to persevere?
-
Koolpc, I do not understand what you mean by it irritates. If you are talking about itching, for most that starts around week one and lasts for a week or two. From what I recall, you started your goatee more that a month or so ago.
You may want to try using a conditioner to soften it up to see if that helps.
-
Wow, so many awesome beards since I was here last! Good stuff everyone!
Koolpc, if you've had your beard for a month you should be nearing the end of the itchiness now, but conditioner helps soo much. I always use conditioner, it just makes your beard so much softer, even try double conditioning, I do that on nights I go out, and it makes your beard super soft!
Hope this helps, if you want to grow a bigger beard, it's all about persistence, you really need to push through that itchy phase, then the floor is the limits... lol!
-
Cheers guys. 4 weeks i have had it but have continued to grade it down. Maybe i should persevere like you say.
-
If you want to get grow it longer you have to actually let it grow, you are only getting further away from your goal every time you trim it back ;) Just let it grow for a while, condition regularly and see how you go!
-
If you want to get grow it longer you have to actually let it grow, you are only getting further away from your goal every time you trim it back ;) Just let it grow for a while, condition regularly and see how you go!
Beardman, When it comes to beard growing advice, this is as good as it gets. Leave the beard alone and let it grow.
Several times, I have "chickened out" and gone to the barbers and a trim.
-
Yes, Daniel (aka Beardman) knows his stuff.
-
Thanks Mr. Jules and Marshall :D
I've got a couple of years experience when it comes to "just letting it grow" and it's honestly the only way to grow a big beard O0. You'll know when you've gone too far... I still haven't found that point yet! :*))
-
Beards are ok for some guys me I look older
-
some impressive beards in here. I have mostly been okay with shaving my head since I started losing my hair but I'm always upset that I can't grow a full beard or even a half decent goatee.
Guess hair in general just wasn't in the cards for me.
-
Latest beard update. I am now at over 6 months since the last beard or mustache trim (March 2013). The longest hairs are below my chin at 5 inches, and the mustache tips are almost 3". I am undecided how much longer I want to let it go, but always wanted to try a long beard. I may go to the end of the year. I do not seem to get as many compliments in public as I did when it was shorter, but compliments are not my goal.
-
Great growth, SlyBeard! I especially like the "sans hat" pic. O0
-
Nice, Sly Beard!....By chance, did you give up on the handlebar mustache or are you going to try the handlebar again later?
-
Nice job, Slybeard. O0
-
Thanks, Slymike, Sir Harry, and Razor X.
Slymike, I rarely wear hats, just happened to have one on the day my avatar photo was taken. Sir Harry, I still have the handlebar mustache, it just is not styled as a handlebar. It's just combed to the side and down to blend in with the beard. I typically do not take the time to curl it. I may curl it that again for halloween.
-
slybeard, that is a awesome beard! Keep growing my friend!
-
I may not be sly or a least not yet, but I do have a beard so I thought I would post a pic.
-
Nice beard, Country. It would look very good with a sly dome if or when you decide to go sly.
-
Country,
That beard rocks! You look cool like that, and will rock it when you shave it off, bro. (meaning the dome, not the beard)
-
Country,
That beard rocks! You look cool like that, and will rock it when you shave it off, bro. (meaning the dome, not the beard)
I agree. Wish my beard was nice and dark like yours.
-
Major jealousy, Country.
That is one great beard.
-
Wow, Country!....If we were to have a beard contest, you would be one of the top ones!...As the others said, a sly dome will complement that beard nicely....thanks for sharing the picture!
-
agree O0
-
That's a marvelous beard Country. Sly or not you you are always welcome here :D
-
Thanks Beardman. I have thought about letting mine get long like yours, but I always end up trimming it back. It would be cool to look like one of the Duck Dynasty guys. Except Si he's funny as h*ll but I couldn't handle the pony tail.
-
Thanks guys. I just got a new response tonight. I walk into a gas station and the guy behind the counter asked me if I played for the redsox. I guess it's the buzzcut with a beard. Anyway I took it as a compliment.
-
Fear the beard! O0
-
I was rushing to get ready to go out last weekend and took a big chunk out of my goatee. It had to come off. I'm not a big fan of my being completely shaven, so immediately began regrowing. I've been inspired by this thread so I think I may attempt the full beard. I've tried it before but have gotten discouraged quickly. My beard grows in very heavy and dark on the bottom, but comes in patchy on the cheeks. And the itching drives me crazy. I've been reading that the patchiness fills in and to give it three months, which I've never done before. This may be the start of something new for me.
-
Mike I think a beard will suit you well. It is true it takes some time for it to fill in. My brother tries to grow a full beard every winter but always shaves it off before the 1st month. I tell him to let it go but he's stubborn. Just try not to trim to soon.
-
I was rushing to get ready to go out last weekend and took a big chunk out of my goatee. It had to come off. I'm not a big fan of my being completely shaven, so immediately began regrowing. I've been inspired by this thread so I think I may attempt the full beard. I've tried it before but have gotten discouraged quickly. My beard grows in very heavy and dark on the bottom, but comes in patchy on the cheeks. And the itching drives me crazy. I've been reading that the patchiness fills in and to give it three months, which I've never done before. This may be the start of something new for me.
You might as well try the full beard if you're regrouping everything anyway. You can always revert back to the goatee if you don't like the result.
-
General beard update. About 6 week since the last trim. Plan to go another few more weeks yet.
-
@ Mike E.P. - Go for it... or maybe that should read GROW for it O0
@Mr. Jules -looking good! (For some reason when I click on that pic, it turns sideways. haha)
-
@ Mike E.P. - Go for it... or maybe that should read GROW for it O0
@Mr. Jules -looking good! (For some reason when I click on that pic, it turns sideways. haha)
Thanks Slymyke. Really like the feel of the beard hanging off my chin and catching on the collar of my shirt !
-
Up to 1 1/4" now, which is nothing compared to what some of you have, but it's new territory for me.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2Fimage_zpsdbd63dad.jpg&hash=0bf5eb727031b3658a84c2edf5c2f0a630ff6d0e)
-
Looking great, Razor! O0
-
Mr. Jules, looking good and yes it is a nice feeling when it starts catching the shirt collar and you can feel the breeze on it. Thus the habit of beard rubbing/stroking may develop. Kind of the reverse of the smooth dome feeling.
Razor, the beard looks great. The little extra length makes it have a much fuller look, and yours was dense to start with.
Mike EP, my cheeks also take some time to fill in. Don't give up too soon. The itching is over for most guys by 3 to 4 weeks, unfortunately not before most will give-up and shave it off. I have very little itching when starting a beard, usually only 2 to 3 days. Perseverance will be rewarded.
-
Mike EP, my cheeks also take some time to fill in. Don't give up too soon. The itching is over for most guys by 3 to 4 weeks, unfortunately not before most will give-up and shave it off. I have very little itching when starting a beard, usually only 2 to 3 days. Perseverance will be rewarded.
Sly beard, when I had a head of hair it was blond. When I look in the mirror now, it's startling because the beard looks almost black. Not sure how I feel about this, but it's bugging my wife, so I'm probably going to keep it for a while!
-
Razor, it looks great. I especially like the white.
-
Sly beard, when I had a head of hair it was blond. When I look in the mirror now, it's startling because the beard looks almost black. Not sure how I feel about this, but it's bugging my wife, so I'm probably going to keep it for a while!
Black looks a lot better than blond during the growing-in stage, so I'd say this is a good thing.
-
Razor, it looks great. I especially like the white.
Thanks.
-
the beard looks almost black. Not sure how I feel about this, but it's bugging my wife, so I'm probably going to keep it for a while!
O0 >:D
-
This morning:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2Fimage_zps6bcc2b3d.jpg&hash=90cc29409340c39ff205503bfdb107c4a7f9f1d3)
-
This morning:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2Fimage_zps6bcc2b3d.jpg&hash=90cc29409340c39ff205503bfdb107c4a7f9f1d3)
The rest of the beard is coming in too. That will be a cool look!
-
This morning:
Go for it, Razor X. It'll look great when it's full, finished and trimmed off.
I had to view your latest picture with sunglasses on. Your head is too shiny for the unprotected eye.
-
Activated your transitions lenses, did it? ;D
-
Activated your transitions lenses, did it? ;D
LOL !
Yep. it maxed them out.
-
I'm 30 years old and Im not close to get it filled in all the way over the chins. Im not giving up though as I still see small improvents.
When did your beards stop improving so to say?
About my pic, I don't get why it's horizontal as the original is up right.
-
I'm 30 years old and Im not close to get it filled in all the way over the chins. Im not giving up though as I still see small improvents.
When did your beards stop improving so to say?
About my pic, I don't get why it's horizontal as the original is up right.
Welcome, Baller.
Don't give up. I think each person is a little different. I'm just over 30 myself, so I'm not sure what age mine filled in. --Good thing there is not a Pinocchio emoticon. >:D
-
Welcome, Baller. My beard continued to fill in well into my 40's, especially on my cheeks.
-
Wow slymyke I look like a child in comparison. Your beard is what Im aiming for, really nice.
Slybeard that is good news, hopefully I can get some better coverage by my 40s at least. Patience patience.
-
No need to rush it, Baller!
-
I shaped my beard to a kin of goatee and thing along the chinline and side burns, I'm not sure I like, yet!
-
Slyest, where's the photo?
-
I'm 30 years old and Im not close to get it filled in all the way over the chins. Im not giving up though as I still see small improvents.
When did your beards stop improving so to say?
About my pic, I don't get why it's horizontal as the original is up right.
Welcome, Baller.
Don't give up. I think each person is a little different. I'm just over 30 myself, so I'm not sure what age mine filled in. --Good thing there is not a Pinocchio emoticon. >:D
30 dog years, maybe. ;)
-
Slyest, where's the photo?
+1 :)
-
I'm 30 years old and Im not close to get it filled in all the way over the chins. Im not giving up though as I still see small improvents.
When did your beards stop improving so to say?
About my pic, I don't get why it's horizontal as the original is up right.
Welcome, Baller.
Don't give up. I think each person is a little different. I'm just over 30 myself, so I'm not sure what age mine filled in. --Good thing there is not a Pinocchio emoticon. >:D
30 dog years, maybe. ;)
You're not gonna call me out, are you bro? ??? ;D
-
You're not gonna call me out, are you bro? ??? ;D
Who, me? :o
-
This morning:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2Fimage_zps6bcc2b3d.jpg&hash=90cc29409340c39ff205503bfdb107c4a7f9f1d3)
Keep it going! You should let it go for another month or so... or year ;D
-
Looks good, Razor....I think either beard or goatee suits you.
-
Keep it going! You should let it go for another month or so... or year ;D
If I wait a year it will probably be long enough and white enough for me to play Santa for Christmas 2014. ;)
-
Keep it going! You should let it go for another month or so... or year ;D
If I wait a year it will probably be long enough and white enough for me to play Santa for Christmas 2014. ;)
When do we need to have our Christmas Wishlists submitted by? ; )
-
Keep it going! You should let it go for another month or so... or year ;D
If I wait a year it will probably be long enough and white enough for me to play Santa for Christmas 2014. ;)
When do we need to have our Christmas Wishlists submitted by? ; )
As soon as possible before the cost of coal gets any higher. >:D
-
Keep it going! You should let it go for another month or so... or year ;D
If I wait a year it will probably be long enough and white enough for me to play Santa for Christmas 2014. ;)
When do we need to have our Christmas Wishlists submitted by? ; )
As soon as possible before the cost of coal gets any higher. >:D
lol -You could always do the old Southern thing and put switches in the stockings. That would be a lot cheaper.
-
Keep it going! You should let it go for another month or so... or year ;D
If I wait a year it will probably be long enough and white enough for me to play Santa for Christmas 2014. ;)
When do we need to have our Christmas Wishlists submitted by? ; )
As soon as possible before the cost of coal gets any higher. >:D
lol -You could always do the old Southern thing and put switches in the stockings. That would be a lot cheaper.
I'm not giving you a switch for Christmas under any circumstances. :-[ ^-^
-
Shinier the better for me Jules
-
I was rushing to get ready to go out last weekend and took a big chunk out of my goatee. It had to come off. I'm not a big fan of my being completely shaven, so immediately began regrowing. I've been inspired by this thread so I think I may attempt the full beard. I've tried it before but have gotten discouraged quickly. My beard grows in very heavy and dark on the bottom, but comes in patchy on the cheeks. And the itching drives me crazy. .
So what am I doing with this? This is two weeks growth. Suggestions? My wife is telling me to shave it off and I'm starting to feel she may be on to something...
http://imageshack.us/a/img32/3971/9t2.JPG
-
Mike, if she is referring to the hair that is keeping your head from being completely Sly at the moment, I say she is right. But, if she is referring to the beard.. she is wrong, bro. It's looking good and will get fuller, bro. O0
-
I think it looks great! Do you know how many guys would kill for that kind of growth in just two weeks?
-
Mike E.P., don't stop now - its just starting, resist the urge to shave it for 90 days. You have a very good start.
-
Wow, Mike EP! That's impressive for only two weeks...keep it going!
-
Your wife is right
-
Your wife is right
Sorry, but I don't understand how anyone could say that his beard doesn't look great. ???
-
This is two weeks growth. Suggestions? My wife is telling me to shave it off and I'm starting to feel she may be on to something...
That is two weeks? Impressive, sir. It is coming in really well.
I think your wife is going to come around.
-
Thanks for the replies, gentlemen. I appreciate all responses and know and appreciate that everyone has different opinions. O0
-
Looks great, E. P.! Sorry to hear wifey doesn't agree... Don't let her discourage you, my friend! From what I've noticed, that's just par for the course. Most women do not like excessive (if any) facial hair on their men. Many a great beard have vanished from existence for that very reason... I consider myself incredibly lucky in that department, as my ball n' chain LOVES my face rug.
On that note, I'm also here to update my beard pic/status. 6 months growth now, and no end in sight! ;)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi43.tinypic.com%2F2rrb212.jpg&hash=579809a8b7d7bfcb799bca726ed3fd205b1781d1)
Keep up the great work, everyone!
-
Good results, Natros. We are on about the same schedule, it has been about 7 months since my last trim (so I did not start at zero), and if I had to guess I have the equivalent of about 9 months if I started with a clean shave. My last photo and yours looks very similar in length. Have you tried waxing the mustache?
My wife has also been very accepting of the beard.
-
Wow, Nate.... that beard is taking off! Way to go, bud!
-
Looks good, Nate!
-
Thank you kindly for the support, my bald brothers! Means a lot! O0
Have you tried waxing the mustache?
No, sir. I think it's about time I give it a try, though. This cookie duster on my face does more getting in the way than anything else, and I don't want to trim it too much, if at all...
I love what you have going on, but just like anything else, gotta find what works for me. Regardless, do you have a particular wax (brand) you would suggest? I'm thinking mid-strength for a good balance. I was just looking around, and Firehouse Dark Wax seems like it may be up my alley.
-
I was rushing to get ready to go out last weekend and took a big chunk out of my goatee. It had to come off. I'm not a big fan of my being completely shaven, so immediately began regrowing. I've been inspired by this thread so I think I may attempt the full beard. I've tried it before but have gotten discouraged quickly. My beard grows in very heavy and dark on the bottom, but comes in patchy on the cheeks. And the itching drives me crazy. .
So what am I doing with this? This is two weeks growth. Suggestions? My wife is telling me to shave it off and I'm starting to feel she may be on to something...
http://imageshack.us/a/img32/3971/9t2.JPG
are you joking?? looks great!!
-
Nate, I sent you a PM with some suggestions on mustache wax.
I was on a college campus over the weekend for Homecoming and the game. I experienced more complements, comments, and positive gestures than I could count. Seems all the college guys either have facial hair if so blessed, or they are eagerly waiting until that can grow facial hair. Last week, two guys passing me on the road slowed down to look, stroked their own facial hair, and gave me the thumbs up on my beard. I have yet to get a negative comment since I started the full beard. I am not looking for others approval, but admit the positive reinforcement is great.
Am I correct to assume this is the common experience of others with "longer than normal" beards? I consider anything over 1/2 inch or so is longer than normal.
-
On that note, I'm also here to update my beard pic/status. 6 months growth now, and no end in sight! ;)
My goodness, Natedawg, that beard is epic. O0
-
Mike, I like your beard, it's around the length mine is. I don't like my beard any longerand I tend to feel scruffy if it does get longer. I've trimmed mine at the sides as I was contemplating a goatee
-
Nate, I sent you a PM with some suggestions on mustache wax.
I was on a college campus over the weekend for Homecoming and the game. I experienced more complements, comments, and positive gestures than I could count. Seems all the college guys either have facial hair if so blessed, or they are eagerly waiting until that can grow facial hair.
I was visiting my son at school this weekend. I did see a lot of facial hair. He would love a beard, but at nineteen, he doesn't need to shave very often! While my wife is not crazy about my new growth, he is envious!
-
Keep it going! You should let it go for another month or so... or year ;D
If I wait a year it will probably be long enough and white enough for me to play Santa for Christmas 2014. ;)
I can give you Santa lessons if you need some! >:D
-
Keep it going! You should let it go for another month or so... or year ;D
If I wait a year it will probably be long enough and white enough for me to play Santa for Christmas 2014. ;)
I can give you Santa lessons if you need some! >:D
Check back with me in 9 or 10 months. :D
-
They say as we age our eyes are drawn closer and closer together. I myself have never seen actual proof of that. :D
-
Seems all the college guys either have facial hair if so blessed, or they are eagerly waiting until that can grow facial hair.
I grew my first beard my first semester of college. I thought it would mean no shaving at all.
I looked really scraggly for a few months. I also found out how little mustache I had developed at that point.
Thankfully, there are very few pictures still in existence of me at that period.
-
Seems all the college guys either have facial hair if so blessed, or they are eagerly waiting until that can grow facial hair.
I grew my first beard my first semester of college. I thought it would mean no shaving at all.
I looked really scraggly for a few months. I also found out how little mustache I had developed at that point.
Thankfully, there are very few pictures still in existence of me at that period.
Yeah, I live near a University and there are a lot of college-aged guys with full beards... some of them pretty impressive. Maybe they had a lot of chicken nuggets as kids.?? #hormones #MickeyD's.
--sorry, talking about college kids made me think of the whole hash-tag thing... :*))
-
I could get by with a weekly shave in college. Not much more than fuzz. I was in my mid 20's before a could grow a mustache that looked like a mustache. I only knew of a couple of guys that could grow a decent beard by the end of High School. I grew up in a rural area and the common diet was a lot of fresh vegetable and meats. Fast food did not exist. We did not know what hormones were - so maybe you are on to something slymyke.
-
There was one big hairy kid in my high school freshman class who was able to grow a fairly decent beard when everyone else had two or three chin whiskers that needed to be mowed down once a month. He liked to lord it over everyone else.
I was shaving daily by my senior year. I never tried to grow my beard out at that time so I don't know what it would have looked like. My guess is not great.
-
I had a good amount of chin hair starting around age 15 or so. Tended to have more facial hair than the average dude my age, but nothing of legends. Full beard became possible about 10 years later. It seems I continue to get more and more coverage and better growth as I age, which is apparently the norm for most.
I think I've only shaved my face clean 3 or 4 times since I've been old enough to grow hair on it. I can't stand my clean face (LOL), and feel much more myself, and more manly altogether, when I have something on it.
On that note, I'm also here to update my beard pic/status. 6 months growth now, and no end in sight! ;)
My goodness, Natedawg, that beard is epic. O0
I don't know if I'd give it quite that status, but I do appreciate the compliment, my friend! :)
Man, razor. That avatar is TRIPPY! O0
-
Razor, the beard is looking good so far. You look great with a van Dyke also. I think you look great either way.
Mike S.P. Hang in there. Looks good so far.
-
Today's update:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2Fimage_zpsdb5abf19.jpg&hash=938bf69fc309123626d480e76cbb01fa54e2fc39)
-
That's looking real good.
-
That's looking real good.
Thank you.
-
Looks good, Razor! On a side note, I struggled mightily to grow a mustache-let alone a goatee/beard-until I was about 26 or 27. (my first goatee was actually grown at 31) Ironically, when the facial hair started growing, the hairline started receding. Hmmmm.
-
I was shaving daily by my senior year. I never tried to grow my beard out at that time so I don't know what it would have looked like.
I should have shaved daily in High School, but let it go sometimes to irritate my girlfriend at the time..lol. I wasn't good about getting haircuts very often either back then too. The thought of actually growing a beard did not occur to me for years, and all through college and after, I worked for a company that had a strict policy against beards.
Razor, that beard is looking good. I like that you didn't trim the goatee down to match it. At this point, it is blending well and looks like a keeper.
-
Today's update:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2Fimage_zpsdb5abf19.jpg&hash=938bf69fc309123626d480e76cbb01fa54e2fc39)
Getting a bit gray!! Pretty soon you'll be a graybeard ... http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Graybeard
-
You say that like it is a bad thing, wpruitt! ;D
-
You say that like it is a bad thing, wpruitt! ;D
Nah ... just rubbing in his age !!
-
Looks good, Razor! On a side note, I struggled mightily to grow a mustache-let alone a goatee/beard-until I was about 26 or 27.
I went to a Catholic high school. The dean of discipline would troll through the cafeteria looking for boys who were growing any facial hair. I was in detention a lot so started shaving about once a week as a sophomore. I was able to grow a beard, but not a mustache. It wasn't till many years late that I could pull off a goatee. Even today, my beard comes in pretty heavy and my mustache, not as good.
-
You say that like it is a bad thing, wpruitt! ;D
Nah ... just rubbing in his age !!
:x! :x! :x!
-
Razor, that beard is looking good. I like that you didn't trim the goatee down to match it. At this point, it is blending well and looks like a keeper.
It looks good from the front but at some point I will need to trim the goatee back a bit so everything can be blended together. I don't want to take off too much because I kind of like the extra length on the chin. But it does grow quickly so at least it won't take too long to get back any lost length.
-
Razor, as fast as it is coming in, don't trim the goat. I started that way and in a few weeks you will not be able to tell the difference. You will be disappointed if you trim. It is looking sharp, and I like the red in beard, even if with some gray.
-
Razor, The beard is looking great. Hang in there. I look forward to seeing what it looks like in a couple of months.
Your van dyke looks awesome. It is nice and thick. I like the red and the grey. It looks very natural and dignified. If you keep the beard for awhile do you think that you will keep it groomed? I like the groomed look myself.
I grew my first beard when I was in College. I let it go 3 plus months and off it came on Christmas eve. I did not know anything about grooming back then. I started growing my van dyke a few years ago after I first shaved the dome. I have kept it groomed since then and I like the style on me. I have not tried a full beard again but I am thinking about it.
O0 O0 O0
-
Your van dyke looks awesome. It is nice and thick. I like the red and the grey. It looks very natural and dignified. If you keep the beard for awhile do you think that you will keep it groomed? I like the groomed look myself.
Absolutely. I'm not interested in the Duck Dynasty look. ;)
-
Getting a bit gray!! Pretty soon you'll be a graybeard ... http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Graybeard
You better not be talking about definition #2!! :x! :x! :Xo! :Xo! ;D
-
I don't mind long beards but I would have to agree Duck Dynasty might be extreme. I saw one of the guys beard part in a strong wind it actually went over both shoulders. I love that show but I think I would be divorced if I tried it. Lol
-
Tomorrow makes three weeks for the beard. Tonight my wife asks, "So when is that coming off?" ;)
http://imageshack.us/a/img607/7171/1fj3.jpg
-
It looks good, if you like it keep, if not get rid! I like!
-
Tomorrow makes three weeks for the beard. Tonight my wife asks, "So when is that coming off?" ;)
http://imageshack.us/a/img607/7171/1fj3.jpg
Why doesn't she like it? You said you had a goatee previously -- I assume she was OK with that? At any rate, I think it looks great.
What do you think of it?
-
Tomorrow makes three weeks for the beard. Tonight my wife asks, "So when is that coming off?" ;)
http://imageshack.us/a/img607/7171/1fj3.jpg
Looks good man. My wife used to say the same thing. Now she just says when are going to trim that mess. I call it progress.
-
Tomorrow makes three weeks for the beard. Tonight my wife asks, "So when is that coming off?" ;)
http://imageshack.us/a/img607/7171/1fj3.jpg
Looks good man. My wife used to say the same thing. Now she just says when are going to trim that mess. I call it progress.
Yes -- see, that is what you have to do. Let it get really out of control and then she'll be happy when you trim it to look exactly like it is now. :D
-
Tomorrow makes three weeks for the beard. Tonight my wife asks, "So when is that coming off?" ;)
http://imageshack.us/a/img607/7171/1fj3.jpg
Why doesn't she like it? You said you had a goatee previously -- I assume she was OK with that? At any rate, I think it looks great.
What do you think of it?
I think she just likes to ride me! She likes me clean shaven, but she is okay with the goatee because I kept it very close cropped. I would trim it short every week.
I'm not sure how I feel about it yet. It's starting to come in white in the front, which I think looks good. It's itching me like crazy, but I feel I should give it a couple more weeks before I decide what I want.
-
It's itching me like crazy, but I feel I should give it a couple more weeks before I decide what I want.
Exactly -- give it a few more weeks. And try a few drops of jojoba oil to help with the itching.
-
I started growing a beard every winter about 10 years ago and I remember it itching like crazy the first couple of times. I may just be weird but I don't even notice a itch anymore. Has anyone else had this experience or is it just me?
-
I started growing a beard every winter about 10 years ago and I remember it itching like crazy the first couple of times. I may just be weird but I don't even notice a itch anymore. Has anyone else had this experience or is it just me?
I don't get that itchy, either. The only itching I get is when it gets past its usual length but it's not that bad.
-
Mike E.P. - its looking very good - I would love to have that density. My wife, like many others here, took some time to adjust, but now she likes it. It think she may be afraid that if she pushes, I may make another drastic change, which might be true. O0 Try to give it some more time before you judge it.
I only had itching a couple of times and only for a short duration. My guess is it is just your skin adjusting to the feel of having hair on it. Once it adjusts, its over. My first facial hair was so light, there was no difference, and no itch. Couldn't really see it either. ;)
-
I went to the barbershop first thing this morning for some much-need pruning. Got the neckline cleaned up and the goatee blended into the new growth to the extent possible at this stage (Day 11).
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2FFull%2520beard%2Fimage_zps8ee07f03.jpg&hash=53cdd355f92a73acf4cb50060b2b163d95d95164)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2FFull%2520beard%2Fimage_zpsa304b47e.jpg&hash=2b3e623dd9ac9cf1501ceb30595dfad9b3f5f2ab)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2FFull%2520beard%2Fimage_zps6117f437.jpg&hash=b62e0e5f4c45f6f51f58c6c6bbb34ccddd2e2ed5)
-
That is is looking great.
-
Thanks.
-
It's coming in nicely, Razor! Makes you look a bit more distinguished, IMO.
-
@Mike- It is looking great! Don't give in.... she will come around.
@Razor-The barber did a good job trimming the goatee and allowing it to match up with the beard (without taking too much off the goatee).
-
I went to the barbershop first thing this morning for some much-need pruning. Got the neckline cleaned up and the goatee blended into the new growth to the extent possible at this stage (Day 11).
Your barber did good work. You have some way to go though. ;)
My latest profile pic shows my beard as of this morning. Going to the barber, too, later next week. Been nearly two months since the last trim.
-
Your barber did good work. You have some way to go though. ;)
Yes, it will be some time before I catch up with you! That's a lot of length you've added! :)
-
Yes, it will be some time before I catch up with you! That's a lot of length you've added! :)
Reckon the goatee is about 3 inches now. The barber will be given strict instructions next week. I do trust him with my beard, though.
-
Yes, it will be some time before I catch up with you! That's a lot of length you've added! :)
Reckon the goatee is about 3 inches now. The barber will be given strict instructions next week. I do trust him with my beard, though.
So what's the goal? Do you want to keep all that length?
-
So what's the goal? Do you want to keep all that length?
I would like to grow the goatee longer still. Perhaps another 2 months.
However, got a few business commitments taking me out of the office between now and Christmas. So I'll ask the barber to tidy up around the edges and trim back some of the length.
-
Razor, Jules, looks good!
-
Wow Mr. Jules,
Your beard has grown quite a bit!
-
Wow Mr. Jules,
Your beard has grown quite a bit!
Slymyke,
It's time to tame this beard !
-
Wow Mr. Jules,
Your beard has grown quite a bit!
Slymyke,
It's time to tame this beard !
With what -- a chair and a whip? :D
-
I went to the barbershop first thing this morning for some much-need pruning. Got the neckline cleaned up and the goatee blended into the new growth to the extent possible at this stage (Day 11).
Are you keeping the beard this time around? BTW I've always thought you had one of the best goatees around so I like seeing your going for more length and how it looks so perfectly full (yup jealous :) ).
-
I went to the barbershop first thing this morning for some much-need pruning. Got the neckline cleaned up and the goatee blended into the new growth to the extent possible at this stage (Day 11).
Are you keeping the beard this time around? BTW I've always thought you had one of the best goatees around so I like seeing your going for more length and how it looks so perfectly full (yup jealous :) ).
I'll probably keep the beard for a while, at least. I'll try to hang onto it through the winter. After that, we'll see. But you'll always have me beat when it comes to length!
-
Just an update: I think this is roughly 3 years and 2 months on the goatee, and the trimmed beard is about a year old. I think I've finally figured out how to properly grow a full beard on my face because this is the only full beard I ever had where I wasn't constantly cutting and hacking at it to fit. It's also the only one where I legitimately like it: prior to this I always though if I hung in there long enough I would get used to it but never did. This one just feels like it belongs and therefore it's a keeper.
As for the goatee, I'm not seeing much growth anymore but I am now measuring it with a yardstick lol. You can't see it (my camera might as well be a cellphone camera) but the yardstick is measuring at 21". Of course most of the hair isn't that long. I don't know but I think it is getting thinner ever up near the top. I don't know if that is the case or not, but it's making me wonder if I'm shedding too much. It should be thinner at the bottom, but at the top?
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FBeard%2Fe3ac9e36-5158-4cd6-9ba2-3dfce247abd9_zps87e699f6.jpg&hash=943b856ebb346ad34ce9dfc5bbecfb02682de274) (http://s220.photobucket.com/user/Scuba_Steve1974/media/Beard/e3ac9e36-5158-4cd6-9ba2-3dfce247abd9_zps87e699f6.jpg.html)
And
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FBeard%2FIMG_2895_zps71328f4a.jpg&hash=c4c47cc03f62b60e31d6c1ad0501f26db277e569) (http://s220.photobucket.com/user/Scuba_Steve1974/media/Beard/IMG_2895_zps71328f4a.jpg.html)
I also found there's a new local chapter of Beard Team USA near me and they are having an event at a local bar on the first of next month, so I plan to attend.
-
Looks great, Rusty. I like how you've blended the sides of the beard into the goatee.
-
Wow Mr. Jules,
Your beard has grown quite a bit!
Slymyke,
It's time to tame this beard !
With what -- a chair and a whip? :D
Haha.. (H@ W#p
@Rusty----Thanks for the beard update. It looks cool. I agree with Razor about how you did a good job blending the beard with the goatee.
-
Impressive, Rusty! I probably will never go that far, but it's a lot of fun watching the other members grow it like that...maybe we should have a beard contest....Oh, wait, that what this thread is for, right?
-
Back from the barbers...
-
Looks good, Mr. Jules.
Does the barber charge more for maintenance with the greater length? lol.
-
Nice job, Mr Jules. O0
-
Looks good, Mr. Jules.
Does the barber charge more for maintenance with the greater length? lol.
Slymyke,
There was so much beard that it was scissors this time around rather than the usual trimmers.
Will leave it for a couple of months and focus on growing the length off the chin.
And the barber still charged the same £5 (about $7). And no tipping here in the UK !
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2FFull%2520beard%2Fimage_zpsf12d6b8d.jpg&hash=de5bbbf9cc632bcd2e5928bc1221e4978189490e)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2FFull%2520beard%2Fimage_zps8c40a841.jpg&hash=86116ffeba83e025a4c2a29fe2664c3d9443d71d)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2FFull%2520beard%2Fimage_zpsce880b2e.jpg&hash=b4170e2f539eacc99022ccba4d8feea0cd672d42)
-
My goodness, Razor X, what a transformation ! Is there scope for further growth ?
And I can see tell tale glass wearing lines above your ears there ? Have the same lines too, and cover them up by wearing my glasses.
-
The cheeks need to fill in and grow out a bit more. You can't see it in the photos but they still don't blend in with the goatee area as well as I'd like. Another week of growth and another trim and it should be pretty much a finished product.
And yes, you can see the "scar" left by my glasses. :)
-
Just a week of growth on the cheeks ?
My own plan is to let is leave my goatee alone for the rest of the year. Should add another 1-2 inches to the length. And just shave around it as necessary.
-
Just a week of growth on the cheeks ?
Another week until everything can be blended together properly. After that we'll see.
-
Razor, it looks great! I like the pattern of the red agianst the white. It is so symetrical that you couldn't have planned it any better!
-
Razor- you make the process of growing the beard look effortless. Looks great.
-
I always shave mine to around a grade 5.
-
Razor- you make the process of growing the beard look effortless. Looks great.
Thanks. How's yours coming along?
-
awesome beards guys ^-^
-
Tomorrow will be four weeks. I've gotten a lot more comments growing this beard than I did when I shaved my head. Mostly, "No shave November?" I'm still on the fence. I'll probably give it another month before deciding whether or not to go back to the close cropped goatee.
My wife did say she was starting to like it, but that was two days ago. Today, apparently she has changed her mind!
http://img36.imageshack.us/img36/4646/ucl.JPG
http://imageshack.us/a/img96/5122/y9u0.jpg
-
Tomorrow will be four weeks. I've gotten a lot more comments growing this beard than I did when I shaved my head. Mostly, "No shave November?" I'm still on the fence. I'll probably give it another month before deciding whether or not to go back to the close cropped goatee.
My wife did say she was starting to like it, but that was two days ago. Today, apparently she has changed her mind!
http://img36.imageshack.us/img36/4646/ucl.JPG
http://imageshack.us/a/img96/5122/y9u0.jpg
During the growing-in period, there are good days and bad days. That's why it's a good idea to give it sufficient time before making a decision. Waiting another month as you suggested is a wise move. When it grows out enough, get it tidied up by a barber and keep it a little while longer before making a final decision. Your wife may start liking it again once she sees it in its mature and stable state. Hang in there.
-
Mike,
I think it looks great already... and a few more weeks will make you a believer for sure. (and hopefully the Mrs. as well) if not, well... we have to chose our battles, and I say this one is worth fighting for.
Mine was starting to like it, but deep down she really likes the goatee better. The other day I had an interview and almost chopped it down to a goatee. Instead, I trimmed the whole beard down with a #1 guard. She was kinda smiley when I said I might do the goatee again, but was supportive of the full beard too.
-
looks good, personally i wouldnt go any longer but think this length looks great O0
-
Thanks, Slyest. I know you are correct about this sort of being the max for me. In fact, I'm pretty certain I will prefer this if I trim it close to my face. I'm not one for wild beards. That being said, it has been fun being "unkempt" and I will have a little more fun with this before I clean up!
I can see why you are obsessed with the ISS. I don't know why I haven't paid more attention to it!
-
Mike the beard looks good. When my wife grips about my beard I borrow a line from Phil Robertson. "There are two kinds of people without beards women and children, I am neither."
-
Thanks, Slyest. I know you are correct about this sort of being the max for me. In fact, I'm pretty certain I will prefer this if I trim it close to my face. I'm not one for wild beards. That being said, it has been fun being "unkempt" and I will have a little more fun with this before I clean up!
Let it get a little wild. Then when you tidy it up your wife will appreciate the improvement.
-
Thanks everyone for the comments. I appreciate all. What I probably need too is patience!
-
Had a trim and shaping done yesterday....Here's the result
-
Looking good, Sir Harry!
-
Had a trim and shaping done yesterday....Here's the result
O0
-
O0 +1
-
Sir Harry, that's very tidy. Good result.
-
You look tough, Harry.
-
Thanks, guys....Mr. Zed, I was a security guard at one time; however beards were not permitted with this company (Goatees, for whatever reason, were OK).
-
Nice job, Sir Harry. And as Mr Zed said, it does make you look like a tough guy. It is a good look on you.
Mike EP, I understand where you are on this. I have never done what I am doing now with my beard, but I have always wanted to try it. For most of my life, I have liked trimmed beards, although somewhat longer the the typical stubble beard. Maybe about 1 inch or so, enough to give it fullness and still look neat and trimmed.
I don't know how much longer my experiment will last. I want to be able to say "been there, done that" and not "I wonder what it would have looked like."
-
Mike EP, I understand where you are on this. I have never done what I am doing now with my beard, but I have always wanted to try it. For most of my life, I have liked trimmed beards, although somewhat longer the the typical stubble beard. Maybe about 1 inch or so, enough to give it fullness and still look neat and trimmed.
I don't know how much longer my experiment will last. I want to be able to say "been there, done that" and not "I wonder what it would have looked like."
That's pretty much how I feel, too, Slybeard. I always admire other guys' beards and I just want to see if I can get to a point where I like it on myself. I may decide that the full beard is not for me, but I want to give it more of a chance.
-
Razor, the beard is looking great. I like the way it is blended in with your van dyke. The van dyke has always looked great on you. I like the 2 tone color.
Mr. Jules.the goatee looks great.
Awesome beard Rusty.
-
Razor X's fine beard coverage is giving me 'beard envy'. So I am expecting that length off the chin will be a reasonable substitute. Like a kind of 'spade' hanging off the face.
-
That's pretty much how I feel, too, Slybeard. I always admire other guys' beards and I just want to see if I can get to a point where I like it on myself. I may decide that the full beard is not for me, but I want to give it more of a chance.
It's always a little disconcerting to see an altered image staring back from the mirror. And when growing a beard, the image is different every day. I think the trick is to let it grow in to where you'd like to keep it and then live with that look for a while. Once the image in the mirror has stabilized somewhat, you can make an informed decision. That's the point thy I've reached. I'm going to get some tidying up done by the barber on Saturday and after that it's just a matter of getting used to the new look. My goal is to live with the beard for a couple of months and then reassess.
-
Razor X
"It's always a little disconcerting to see an altered image staring back from the mirror."
That works both way. When you have your beard trimmed back, that can take time to adjust, too !
-
Razor and Mr Jules, your beards are both looking good as usual. Yes, I have beard envy.
I have realized there is more to a good looking beard than length. I do think that are some great looking long beards, but since all beards are unique, we need to find what is best for us individually. It is not a one size fits all.
When I see the great beards here and elsewhere, I realize how "scrappy" mine is. The ends look rather thin. Mine seemed to look best to me at about half its current length. At shorter lengths I focus too much on all the flaws, areas with low density. At the longer length, it gets stringy and uncontrollable. I will stick with it a little longer, maybe through the end of the year. I will trim it, but I am just not sure when.
-
Slybeard, I'm not going to lie......For a while, I thought about going for at least your length at least, but it would have been a stretch for me to go for Rusty's or Beardman's length. As much as I wanted a (longer) beard, it seems I have a couple of bald spots in the chin area where the hair isn't growing right now. But I am proud of the fact that this is the widest my beard has been. As for your beard, no matter the length, it still looks good, especially when you do the handlebar!
-
Sir Harry, thanks for your comment. Your beard looks great, your balds spots must be small because they are not noticeable in the photos. You may find with a little more length they may become invisible. I like the shape you have it now, but you may want to experiment with it wider to find what suites you best.
As with our head shapes and bumps, we are our own worst critics with our beards, noticing every little flaw. Seems like the grass is always greener with a different style, etc.
-
It's always a little disconcerting to see an altered image staring back from the mirror. And when growing a beard, the image is different every day.
[/quote]
I think what bothers me most about growing this beard is how thick and dark it is on the bottom and on my neck in contrast to how it is thinner and lighter up higher. My checks have spots where I think it needs to fill in. But speaking of altered images, today I have finally noticed that my checks have filled in more and seems to blend more with the rest of the beard. Maybe it's my imagination!
On a lighter note, a woman at work made a comment on how quickly the beard has grown. She followed that up by saying it makes me look THIRTY years older - that puts me at eighty! I laughed, considered the source, and prefer to translate that comment to mean, "You were a mere boy before, and now you are a distinguished gentleman!" 8)
-
I think what bothers me most about growing this beard is how thick and dark it is on the bottom and on my neck in contrast to how it is thinner and lighter up higher. My checks have spots where I think it needs to fill in. But speaking of altered images, today I have finally noticed that my checks have filled in more and seems to blend more with the rest of the beard. Maybe it's my imagination!
It's not your imagination. I was just saying the same thing to someone. I got up and looked in the mirror this morning and for the first time it looked like my beard was fully grown in. Everything just seemed to fill in overnight.
On a lighter note, a woman at work made a comment on how quickly the beard has grown. She followed that up by saying it makes me look THIRTY years older - that puts me at eighty! I laughed, considered the source, and prefer to translate that comment to mean, "You were a mere boy before, and now you are a distinguished gentleman!" 8)
I'm probably in the minority on this but I actually don't think a beard makes a man look older, except for those who are very young (early 20s) and baby-faced. The last time I was clean-shaven people said I looked younger, but I honestly couldn't see it. I felt I looked better with some facial fuzz, even if it did add a few years on to my appearance. I figured that at this stage of the game, no one is going mistake me for a 25-year-old either way. :)
-
I agree with Razor, Except for the very young, a beard does not make one look older, unless it is combined with a horseshoe head. Beard + sly = younger.
-
I just got back from another barbershop trim, and at this point I think I can say that the beard is looking pretty much the way I want it to. The right cheek needs to fill in just a little bit more but aside from that I'm pretty happy with it. For comparison purposes, the last photo was taken on September 28, right after my last goatee trim. After that, I started letting the goat grow and on October 23 started growing out the full beard.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2FFull%2520beard%2Fimage_zps3958191c.jpg&hash=c667368d4566897fc09157770ce295b48e8d6af8)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2FFull%2520beard%2Fimage_zpse461d655.jpg&hash=9fe0945e5840508243b414cd3de0b7a098ffbef6)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2FFull%2520beard%2Fimage_zps44ab0634.jpg&hash=9cccd9cd77b72ab8484f43c39819cb82946fc72e)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2Fimage_zps2bd1d283.jpg&hash=416c0fafcb702acd58462fa4ecd13775c009775f)
-
Razor X
I'd say your beard looks pretty evened out now. That's good work for a month's growth.
Looks like the neck line has been well taken care of, too.
-
Razor X
I'd say your beard looks pretty evened out now. That's good work for a month's growth.
Looks like the neck line has been well taken care of, too.
Thanks. The next challenge will be to see how long I can manage to keep it. Are you still growing out that goat through the end of the year?
-
Wow, Razor, that only took a month? Impressive!
-
Are you still growing out that goat through the end of the year?
Yes. Next visit to the barber after 1 Jan 2014.
Today's update. (sorry about the big jumper/sweater. it's cold in London. Brrr)
-
Are you still growing out that goat through the end of the year?
Yes. Next visit to the barber after 1 Jan 2014.
Today's update. (sorry about the big jumper/sweater. it's cold in London. Brrr)
I like that length.
-
Razor,
I really like the looks of your beard. It looks awesome. I like the groomed look. I would keep it. It really looks good on you.
Mr. Jules, Your beard looks great.
Sir Harry, You are looking great. I really like your beard too.
-
Five weeks in. The comments are becoming less frequent so I'm guessing people are getting used to it - and so am I.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimageshack.us%2Fscaled%2Fthumb%2F600%2Fcoi4.jpg&hash=1764c2794e850d7f0bb0871bad261661c1282831) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/600/coi4.jpg/)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimageshack.us%2Fscaled%2Fthumb%2F853%2F1sgf.jpg&hash=82b4135c7a578b5851a944402e2b9be283429b2a) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/853/1sgf.jpg/)
-
Awesome, Mike!
It suits you well for sure.
O0
-
Looks great.
-
Wow, Mike EP! That's great for such a short period.....I guess our quick growth on our faces makes up for the lack of growth on our heads (sort of)....One of those photos would make a great avatar when (if) you put one back up....Thanks for sharing, Mike!
-
Thanks,guys. Yeah, Harry, hair grows everywhere on me like crazy - just not on my head! I've trying to post anew avatar, but I've been having trouble. My old one went away, but I can't see to be able to get a new one up.
-
Looks good, Mike.
-
Thanks,guys. Yeah, Harry, hair grows everywhere on me like crazy - just not on my head! I've trying to post anew avatar, but I've been having trouble. My old one went away, but I can't see to be able to get a new one up.
Could it be your pictures are too large? You may have to reduce the size on your pics....I reduce the size on my pics using Irfanview...It's a free app that can be downloaded.
-
Mike - your beard is great and amazing for only five weeks. O0 It takes me nearly three months to fill in and get that much coverage. How is you wife with it now?
-
Mike E.P. Your beard looks great. Ilike it.
-
Mike - your beard is great and amazing for only five weeks. O0 It takes me nearly three months to fill in and get that much coverage. How is you wife with it now?
My wife is one of the few people still making snarky comments! I think she is really just playing with me; after 23 years of marriage, you'd think I'd have her figured out, but she is still a mystery. ;)
-
Shaved the mustache and trimmed my beard (only left my goatee)
Tell me what you think brothers B@^
-
(why i cant attach another picture on my previous post ? )
and another one:
-
Nice work.
-
Very nice, lightbulp.
-
Looks badass, lightbulp! (the hat and glasses are a nice touch). To put more than one picture on the same post, just click on "more attachments" to the right of the first picture, and another spot will appear every time.
-
Looks good, lightbulp. Like the cap, too!
-
lightbulp , excellent 100 percent !
-
Cool look, Lightbulp!
-
Hey Mike,
The beard looks awesome.
Lightbulb, You look great.
-
That is a cool look on you Lightbulb!
-
Trimmed the face fur last evening. It was all getting a bit uneven.
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/2524225/photos/bear/beard-2013/Photo%20on%2011-22-13%20at%2011.39%20AM.jpg)
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/2524225/photos/bear/beard-2013/Photo%20on%2011-22-13%20at%2011.43%20AM.jpg)
Apologies for the crappy cubicle lighting.
-
Curiosity got the best of me, used some Halloween spray color that washes right out.
-
The dark shades, goatee, and shirt transform you from teddy bear to a bad guy.
-
Thank you all guys O0
Thought i do something different and wanted your opinions on that...
According your posts i m going to keep it like that ;)
Thanks 8)
@reddog are you sure he is not your brother ?? ;D
@TheSlyBear, nice and tidy beard YR*(k
-
Wanted to see how young I looked without any grey, not bad, going to be 60 in a couple weeks!
-
All new styles of beards are looking great. SlyBear never imagined you with a full beard - very distinguished.
-
reddog: That's a very different look for you! Regardless of your beard color, you don't look 60 years old.
TheSlyBear: The full beard suits you.
lightbulp: How long did it take you to get that much length on the goatee?
-
Curiosity got the best of me, used some Halloween spray color that washes right out.
Wow - totally transforms you and looks great, but so does the original. There's no way you're turning 60!
-
Trimmed the face fur last evening. It was all getting a bit uneven.
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/2524225/photos/bear/beard-2013/Photo%20on%2011-22-13%20at%2011.39%20AM.jpg)
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/2524225/photos/bear/beard-2013/Photo%20on%2011-22-13%20at%2011.43%20AM.jpg)
Apologies for the crappy cubicle lighting.
Looking good, Slybear!
-
Razor X, i cant really answer that question because i always had a goatee (maybe not that long).
All this time that i was letting my beard grow, i was cutting my goatee with a scissor to get it squared, so i dont know how long it took :-\
-
Great beard Razor.
-
Great beard Razor.
Thanks.
-
I haven't had the beard at this length since February.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.yuku.com%2Fimage%2Fjpg%2Fb7c16e607c7601911bdc8f204880009ea3bfc814_s.jpeg&hash=9f9a4015eff6f1ccf9aa1263622e2361c8c2fab8)
-
Nice growth, imaginary. I like the avatar too. 8)
-
Nice growth, imaginary. I like the avatar too. 8)
Thanks. The outfit in the avatar is a bit of a Latin meets Rocker vibe. Yes, I wear a guayabera with distressed jeans and boots.
-
Beard looks great, Imaginary! Love the shades in your avatar.
-
I haven't had the beard at this length since February.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.yuku.com%2Fimage%2Fjpg%2Fb7c16e607c7601911bdc8f204880009ea3bfc814_s.jpeg&hash=9f9a4015eff6f1ccf9aa1263622e2361c8c2fab8)
Very nice. O0
-
Nice beard growth imaginary. Good to see you back. Do you have plans on going bigger with it?
-
Looks great, imaginary!
-
Determined to keep going until 2014...
-
Great beard Razor.
BBC Mark, is that the first signs of a beard in your profile pic ?
-
Great beard Razor.
BBC Mark, is that the first signs of a beard in your profile pic ?
Mr Jules, I think he has had it for a while. His he was sporting it in his last avatar. Looks great, BBCMark! O0 She sure is diggin it.. haha.
Mr Jules, you are almost there (2014)..what are you going to do next?
-
Nice beard growth imaginary. Good to see you back. Do you have plans on going bigger with it?
Thanks. I'm debating for one more month, and trimming before the new year. Although I've never been into longish beards, I'm actually captivated, and would like to venture a bit.
Mike EP, I've had those shades since 2011. Believe it or not, I picked them up at a rest stop while traveling one day.
-
I had quite a long beard about 2 months ago, but now I tend to keep it trimmed with a beard trimmer, about a number 3 setting.
-
I had quite a long beard about 2 months ago, but now I tend to keep it trimmed with a beard trimmer, about a number 3 setting.
Missed out on the BBCMark longer beard action. Seems that Mrs BBCMark didn't miss out !
-
Mr Jules, you are almost there (2014)..what are you going to do next?
Slymyke, going to grow the beard another month and that's it !!
-
Had my Goatee for a few months now but i keep it trimmed to around grade 6
-
Been spending Christmas eating, drinking and growing the beard ...
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2Fd%2F13%2F12%2F28%2Futeqa8e4.jpg&hash=751474e5ca3c81959e4eb3e1c910eaab9264ace2)
-
Looking good, Mr. Jules! Merry Christmas.
-
O0
Looks good, Mr. Jules!
-
Thank you !
Merry Christmas everyone ! Winter is beard growing time !!!
-
My brother came to visit last week. Both of us were in for a bit of a surprise:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.yuku.com%2Fimage%2Fjpg%2F4121646d7275049e1f6c813e09145b98f8803e2d_r.jpg&hash=3f8ee054bf860e84bbbf8d025e41d36ca38f7346)
-
The bearded duo. A great pairing !!
And you really have been working on your beard there.
-
What an awesome picture! I bet you had a great visit!
-
Nice pic, imaginary!
-
Mr. Jules, firstly, your update looks great. Second, it was the first time the two of us were seen together with beards. It was an interesting experience.
To answer your question Mike, my family can be pretty messed up. That was the first time in a while where we were together as a family for the most part (one of my sisters, and my brother's family was there) and we were simply able to enjoy each other's company.
Henry, thanks.
-
This is me now. Head is shaved smooth again. Beard is still growing.
-
Great look, 0mm. I really like your current photo with the longer beard length.
-
Nice beard, 0mm!
-
I keep mine short, my hair doesn't get long anyway just Wiley with some strays. I kinda like it, I'm going to try to keep it a while.
-
0mm, it looks great!
greatnessinc, yours is cool too!
-
Wow, omm! That's one awesome beard.
-
You guys can grow great looking beards i have one myself at the moment its not the best beard there is some weak spots but i like it.
-
You guys can grow great looking beards i have one myself at the moment its not the best beard there is some weak spots but i like it.
Beards grow in differently on different guys. Yours looks good on you and you like it and that's really all that matters. I have attempted to grow a beard at different times in my life. My beard now looks different than it did when I attempted to grow it in my thirties.
-
So right Mike E.P., beards mature a different rates for different guys, and different rates in different areas on the same guy. My beard is definitely different now at 52 than ten years ago. At that time my cheeks would not fill in enough for a full beard. Then there are the guys that have a thick full beard in their teens, I was always so jealous of them. Kind of the reverse of MPB, for some it starts in their teens, some much later, and a few never at all.
DannyBoy, there is no guarantee that your weak spots will fill in, but it may still happen. I dould definitely expect "some" improvement.
-
Dont get me wrong im happy with my beard it could be stronger here and there but its not bad...in my pic it looks like i went for the goatee look but i actually have a stubbly beard lol it is the type of beard what takes ages to fill in i suppose...still weak areas but looks better and fuller the longer i leave it...i get a pic of it to show you maybe later i need to shave my head first lol.
-
DannyBoy, I can relate to exactly what you are going through! Being Asian, I'm already facially hair challenged to begin with.
My beard now is definitely different form what it was even just two years ago! It's still patchy in a few areas but not nearly as much as it was two years ago. And it definitely is better than it was in my 30's (I'm 42). I've worn a goatee for as long as I could remember, and the connectors on the sides took forever, like years, to finally grow in. I never thought those would grow! So it'll take time, but just keep at it and it'll get there. As stated by Mike and Sly, beards grow differently on different people and in different stages on the same person.
-
DannyBoy, I can relate to exactly what you are going through! Being Asian, I'm already facially hair challenged to begin with.
My beard now is definitely different form what it was even just two years ago! It's still patchy in a few areas but not nearly as much as it was two years ago. And it definitely is better than it was in my 30's (I'm 42). I've worn a goatee for as long as I could remember, and the connectors on the sides took forever, like years, to finally grow in. I never thought those would grow! So it'll take time, but just keep at it and it'll get there. As stated by Mike and Sly, beards grow differently on different people and in different stages on the same person.
My beard will eventually (i hope) grow in for many years since my teens i been watching it grow in...it wasnt until 20/21 when the mustache finally joined with my chin hair i was very happy when i saw it starting to happen lol.
-
it wasnt until 20/21 when the mustache finally joined with my chin hair i was very happy when i saw it starting to happen lol.
20/21...man I wish mine did that at that age! It's wasn't until I was well into my 30's before the mustache met with the chin hair and even then, it wasn't as thick as it is now.
-
it wasnt until 20/21 when the mustache finally joined with my chin hair i was very happy when i saw it starting to happen lol.
20/21...man I wish mine did that at that age! It's wasn't until I was well into my 30's before the mustache met with the chin hair and even then, it wasn't as thick as it is now.
Yeah its annoying waiting for it to come through but at least i have a good enough beard for now.
-
Yeah its annoying waiting for it to come through but at least i have a good enough beard for now.
Yes it is! All we can rely on is time and patience!
-
You guys can grow great looking beards i have one myself at the moment its not the best beard there is some weak spots but i like it.
Patients Danny boy patients.
30 day rule for head shaves, opposite philosophy for beard growing.
0mm, it looks great!
greatnessinc, yours is cool too!
Thanks. I'm still experimenting with mine to see which style I like best, as an added bonus it makes my total shaving time about 6+ minutes shorter.
-
check out my new pic...I was goofing around on New Years Eve with a cowboy hat but my beard came out perfect that night lol - I look like an actual country singer
-
This is me now. Head is shaved smooth again. Beard is still growing.
Wow!! Looking great!! Awesome beard, perfect with smooth bald head!! O0 O0 O0
-
Looks great Matt! Now sing us a song! ;)
-
Good look Matt, but why cover the dome?
-
I am due for a trim but it is busy season at work and I haven't been able to get to the barbershop.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2Fbeard%2F6df4f68006e733bf3cbe95ec11d7e8dd_zpsa1a56be5.jpg&hash=ee8609e679283203e462da68f4d09c186637608c)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2Fbeard%2Fd82596c423c8d21e13f61bf3f207173e_zps32fee8ea.jpg&hash=7f7e298565efabd1290457b63fc418ebbe8cc235)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2Fbeard%2F4acf0d24af46ed2516109935b6d1b103_zps69d209ac.jpg&hash=54ab206dd63fa8fe8d46b18f93d1c27a273d2ac0)
-
Wow, Razor. The beard is amazing. It looks really well groomed. How many times have you had it trimmed since you've been growing it?
-
I try to get it trimmed every two weeks. The last time was 12/27. I've been working long hours and weekends so I haven't been able to get to the barbershop. I did stop by on my way to work this morning but neither of my preferred barbers was on duty yet when the shop opened at 7 am. I'll try again tomorrow. If I can't get it done tomorrow it will probably have to wait another week.
-
Wow, Razor. Just wow.
I am in awe.
-
Hi Rob: You got a great beard there, my friend. Keep it up. O0
WARHAWK O0
-
Rob, I would kill for a beard like that! But hey it looks good untrimmed, IMO
-
Looks great, Razor. I really like the shape of it. Don't trim too much.
-
Razor, that beard is awesome! I am envious!
-
Razor, that beard is the best. I think the shape and color variation is unique and bad-ass!
-
Razor, the beard totally works on you! I think it should become a permanent fixture like your sly noggin! You wear it well!
-
Thanks for the feedback, guys. I've been wearing the full beard for a little over two months now and I still go back and forth over which look I like better. I want to wait until I reach the six month mark before deciding what to do next. So the full beard will remain until at least the end of April. :)
-
So the full beard will remain until at least the end of April. :)
Good. Because it's one of the finest out there !
-
Why dont you run a beard trimmer over it mate? Looks awesome though Razor
-
Razor, Your beard looks awesome. I am envious. Glad that you will be keeping it for awhile. I love the two tone look of it. you are doing a great job of keeping it well groomed.
Hope that you will get some relief soon on your long hours.
Take care and Happy New Year.
-
you are doing a great job of keeping it well groomed.
Baldjoeg,
Grooming is key to a good looking beard, isn't it ? Comb mine several times a day.
And (don't tell anyone), I shampoo and condition it, too. Goes all soft afterwards.
-
You big sook!
-
I've decided 2014 is the year if no shave for me. I grew a beard last year & always thought my wife didn't like it. SHE suggested I do it again. I don't have to be asked twice. (I want it BIG but I know she likes it trimmed. Too bad. She opened this can of worms...)
And Mr Jules, the moment I can't see skin through the beard, out comes the shampoo, conditioner & even a treatment; whatever I can steal from the wife without her knowing.
-
And Mr Jules, the moment I can't see skin through the beard, out comes the shampoo, conditioner & even a treatment; whatever I can steal from the wife without her knowing.
Know exactly you mean, Raulski
I do something similarly sneaky !
-
Got bored and tried brushing my mustache into a handlebar. Excuse the weird expression. I was preparing to work an overnight shift after an arduous day shift and little rest in between.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.yuku.com%2Fimage%2Fjpg%2F1da36e8563347620740903b599e614acd4bf6645_r.jpg&hash=7f2d19a57b49cbf3c4d6dbe3ab5ed1da393dfd95)
-
I like it. It adds character.
-
Looks good, imaginary. O0
-
Well duck season is over and I'm trying to decide if I should keep the beard or not. I normally go back to a goatee but I'm going back and forth on this one.
Last mornings hunt. I'm the tall one on the right.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi865.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fab219%2Fjlsimmons83%2F178BF274-9B77-4738-86E2-1F8473932F7D-2003-000003CEAD8FC728_zps38565fe1.jpg&hash=a0ed0607c84d2fc38793a2454c32cba8d9d65211)
-
Well duck season is over and I'm trying to decide if I should keep the beard or not. I normally go back to a goatee but I'm going back and forth on this one.
Last mornings hunt. I'm the tall one on the right.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi865.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fab219%2Fjlsimmons83%2F178BF274-9B77-4738-86E2-1F8473932F7D-2003-000003CEAD8FC728_zps38565fe1.jpg&hash=a0ed0607c84d2fc38793a2454c32cba8d9d65211)
You're the dog!!!?? lol
-
Country, that's a pretty impressive beard....If I had that kind of coverage I'd keep it....BTW, that's a nice collection of ducks for you and your crew...But in the end, if you go with the goatee, I'm sure it would look good, also.
-
Very impressive, Country.
Makes me miss mine.
-
Imaginary, your beard looks great with the longer lenght. What are your plans from here?
Country, I would vote for you to keep the full beard.
I guess you guys already know I am partial to full beards. :)
As I approach one year for my beard in Februray 2014, I need some help in deciding what to do next. My thoughts are to take the beard down to the 2 to 3 inch level, leave the handlebar intact except to trim the tips to make them even and more manageable. The tips are really too long and thin to style into a handlebar without a lot of effort. I think my beard looked better at the shorter length and it also is looking quite thin and stringy at the ends. Any feedback appreciated.
-
Slybeard, I remember you having a nice beard, however, is there a way you could post a pic of how it looks now? It doesn't necessarily have to be a full head shot, but we can offer better opinions. In the end, if you want to go shorter, go for it!
-
Slybeard, I have no plans yet. I wanted to experiment with length, but not go too crazy. Curiously, I have received compliments for the length in church. I guess not everyone knows how to dress a bald/beard combo with a suit well.
-
Had trouble posting photos earlier today. First is my current photo (sorry about the stare), and the others are close to what I may trim down to:
-
Any of those would look great....but if you decide to keep it longer, you could roll it up to give a shorter effect...By you keeping the sides neatly trimmed, whatever length you keep under the chin would look good, IMO.
-
Man! I am inspired! I gotta get this thing happening. This is the most I've ever grown it(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2Fd%2F14%2F01%2F28%2Fu9uqa3uh.jpg&hash=83b9a3eb836521cf9291e5a08fc0ebd6ea8f8ebd)
But I'm back to square one right now. (https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2Fd%2F14%2F01%2F28%2Fyqa2u3u7.jpg&hash=c437766931e8b120a9b4e6d89aeac9c9487f2a58)
This pic is from this morning (today my boy had 1st day of prep & my girl, 1st day of daycare)
-
Slybeard,
I like your beard in all the photos and I especially like the mustache. In my opinion, I like the shorter beard slightly better with the focus on your face and not your beard, with the beard complimenting the face.
Which do you really prefer? I recently grew my beard and had fun doing it. My son and all his friends urged me to keep going. While I liked it, I personally prefer my goatee and I think I look best when it is short. So that's what I have going on right now. But I did enjoy the process of growing out the beard and not shaving my face, so I know sooner or later, I'll do that again for a while.
-
Looks good, Raulski! Mike E.P., I thought you had a pretty good one going there too, but it's what the wearer feels more comfortable with.
-
I don't really have a preference. I like to change fairly regularly. When I had hair I did many wild & wonderful things with it. Now I've settled on my present "style", I'm having fun with the face. I'd really like to grow it long like Beardman but I always get the urge to do something different before it gets there. But I like clean, mo, goatee, chops, full, patterns, you name it :)
-
Raulski, that is where I am at with my beard. I like to change it around some and try different styles. I was never bold enough to do that with my head hair and always kept the same hairstyle. Now I like to change things up with the beard. BTW - yours looked great in that photo longer as well as the one with the kids.
I do like having a "longer that normal" beard, and will likely trim back some, just not sure how much. Thanks for all the comments.
-
Bored at home due to the super cold weather, so I took some "beard selfies" today:
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi290.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fll247%2Fgeeman001%2Fme%2Fme4.jpg&hash=69478b4eb0e2eb6ec661ec4ea5f6f3101e38aa1d) (http://s290.photobucket.com/user/geeman001/media/me/me4.jpg.html)
decided to grow the beard out, already had a goatee, rest is 3 weeks growth...comb it but have resisted the urge to trim, going to let it bulk up a little lol
-
Wow, geeman.....Impressive!
-
Geeman,
Pretty awesome for three weeks. Looks really good!
-
Wow! That's only 3 weeks?! Nice! I envy you folks that can grow a beard like that.
-
Sir Harry, good photos. I always have poor results with selfies. Glad you are sticking with your beard, it looks good on you.
Geeman, that is a great beard for three weeks. You could grow an awesome epic beard in short order.
-
Wow guys. Those are some great beards!
-
Nice job, geeman!
-
Went back to the goatee.
-
Went back to the goatee. Still trying decide if I want to buzz my hair back down or not.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi865.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fab219%2Fjlsimmons83%2FA5DD71F4-EE80-4094-B898-9737D50ADAB7-6088-000007D0D3403AD9_zpse826ff8e.jpg&hash=63a01ed63073c3de4135f935985f9865574782db)
Looks good? What was the deciding factor?
-
Wow, you guys have me thinking I should grow my beard out again.
-
Went back to the goatee. Still trying decide if I want to buzz my hair back down or not.
Great goatee !
As for the hair, why not shave/buzz it and find out ! You can always grow it back.
-
I'm keeping mine short (https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fv11%2Fgreatnessinc%2FDF264D54-4189-4FEA-A02B-0975E205C4FE_zpstzgujgte.jpg&hash=a785eca992c2328b25f15c7bc39514ff8242088f)
-
Razor the deciding factor was habit I think. I have never kept a beard all year. I always go back to the goatee after hunting season. I let my hair grow out for hunting also. I know that is not going to be a option for many more years though. I still think it looks fine dry but greasy or wet is another story. I will probably end up buzzing it back down before spring. I'm starting to not care as much but I just seem more confident with it grown out.
-
Razor the deciding factor was habit I think. I have never kept a beard all year.
Neither have I. I fully understand the desire to revert back to what is familiar.
-
I've never kept a beard very long either. I've bookmarked some beard shampoo & conditioners. Keeping it clean and properly managed seems to be the key to keeping it from itching.
-
Anyone know what happened to Beardman? Often when someone disappears like that it is because something tragic has happened like maybe he had a moment of weakness and cut off his beard.
As for mine I finally trimmed. Before I trimmed I measured the longest hairs and found that I had hit the 2' mark, and then after the trim the longest hairs were about 15". That sounds drastic but it was probably only about 5% of the mass of the goatee because the bottom was so wispy.
After the trim:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FBeard%2FIMG_3354_zps14d8e292.jpg&hash=756d2964f1a33dcd0b93193debd33b78b9b61656) (http://s220.photobucket.com/user/Scuba_Steve1974/media/Beard/IMG_3354_zps14d8e292.jpg.html)
Out for karaoke:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FBeard%2FIMG_3455_zpsa7c98466.jpg&hash=a92d76690c377d451ad71baa333c71f6a8f6da23) (http://s220.photobucket.com/user/Scuba_Steve1974/media/Beard/IMG_3455_zpsa7c98466.jpg.html)
Tucked up and out of sight:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FBeard%2FIMG_3385_zpsa9c4a6e3.jpg&hash=b5418914385a99c9ea74abc28b7b056701a3d3c8) (http://s220.photobucket.com/user/Scuba_Steve1974/media/Beard/IMG_3385_zpsa9c4a6e3.jpg.html)
A beard club opened up near me and I'm planning to get active with it. I went to their first event the weekend after Thanksgiving and made it to most of their second event.
-
Went back to the goatee. Still trying decide if I want to buzz my hair back down or not.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi865.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fab219%2Fjlsimmons83%2FA5DD71F4-EE80-4094-B898-9737D50ADAB7-6088-000007D0D3403AD9_zpse826ff8e.jpg&hash=63a01ed63073c3de4135f935985f9865574782db)
Damn! That's pretty near flawless.
-
Rusty, that is one awesome beard! I love how versatile it is.
-
Looks great, Rusty!
-
Rusty. Your beard rocks. I don't think I have the ability to get it that long but dammit I'm gonna try!
-
Thanks Rusty. That's a pretty impressive beard you have going. How do you hide the length like in the last pic?
-
Wow, Rusty! Nice variation of styles for the beard! I like the rolled up one the best, but all of the styles in the pictures look good!
-
Thanks Rusty. That's a pretty impressive beard you have going. How do you hide the length like in the last pic?
This is how: http://jefffsbeardboard.yuku.com/topic/15646/Hiding-the-length-of-a-long-goatee#.Uu4EWLQf_Rg (http://jefffsbeardboard.yuku.com/topic/15646/Hiding-the-length-of-a-long-goatee#.Uu4EWLQf_Rg)
-
Wow, Rusty! Nice variation of styles for the beard! I like the rolled up one the best, but all of the styles in the pictures look good!
I honestly like the rolled up beard the best, but having a long beard is just too freaking cool so I'm not yet ready to give it up. As long as I can roll it up to mimic the look that works best then I'll probably continue with this best-of-both-worlds thing.
I biggest thing I've learned is that you must push the boundaries because it allows you to see what boundaries are real and what boundaries are just figments of your imagination. A few weeks ago I posted on the beardboard.net about this nearly 19 year adventure in facial hair and how I had done so many mistakes and done most for such a long time. It is only by pushing the limits that I've learned what really works.
The main thing I learned is that I've found a beard is aesthetically the best when it is long enough to bulk-up the face but yet not so long it starts to hang. When it starts getting some bulk the beard is masking as much of the skin as possible and even allows you to sculpt the very shape of your head. I place beards longer than that optimun the category of awesomeness: objects to be judged more as an accomplishment and sheer impressiveness than asthetics. Beards shorter than this optimal just seem to take on more a lot of the bad characteristics of a beard without any of the benefits.
Of course that's a big generalization and your mileage may vary, but I do strongly believe that a guy will never maximize the value of their beard to themselves unless they push well-beyond their preconceived limits and honestly give it a shot. Far too often guys settle with mediocrity because they're pressured into limiting themselves and end up convincing themselves to agreement.
Like I said I've done it all: high necklines, trimming too short, low cheeks, etc but I never really figured out or even noticed these mistakes until pushing things. I always thought I did not have a neck suitable for a beard because my face wasn't round enough, and thought my head was "unbeardable". I'd get inspired to grow a beard and would be dissatified. I'd try to correct it by raising the neckline, found it would make things worse, lowered the neckline, found it made things worse too, and after going back and forth a few times I'd end up shaving back to a goatee.
While my skull isn't the optimal shape for a beard, this time around I already had a mega-long goatee so pushing the beard limits wasn't much of a stretch. So I did. I let it grow longer than of the others I had, I kept the neckline low, and I actually got it right. I discovered that with a "bulkier" beard I was actually able to reshaped my face to the rounder shape more suitable for a beard. I keep the bottom around 3" long and the sideburns tight and it just works.
I also learned that I was brushing and training the hairs wrong (i.e. straight down) when instead I needed to brush them down and towards the mouth.
It's crazy. I first grew facial hair in 1995 but it wasn't until around 2007 that I finally started figuring things out. I look back at older pictures and now realize that the suckiness of my beard was mainly due to my ignorance on what I was doing instead of mediocre genetics.
-
More than forty years ago I grew a beard, or started to. Considering that, then, I had deep brown hair I thought facial fur would follow suit; It didn't. At just about the bottom of my earlobe I noticed that my deep mahogany was turning a colour I cannot define. Then. As things drooped I found that that it wasn't so much one colour but the distasteful blending of several colours that resembled nothing so much as a poorly spotted pinto or an African Spotted Dog. Here and there I was auburn, red, brown, gray, white, a strange mushroom colour that I've not seen since. At first friends and family kidded me about all this-to be expected-but....as the diversion of colours snuck in they stopped kidding and asked if, perhaps, I should see my physician. Their theory being that, clearly, this profusion indicated something deeper, perhaps glandular but not right. Six months later I was clean shaven to the relief of many who asked what the doctor had given me to "clear up the problem". My answer, " A Razor", didn't satisfy them for whatever reason. Indeed decades later when I showed up with MS some referred back to my spotted beard as clear indication that something wrong was coming.....
-
More than forty years ago I grew a beard, or started to. Considering that, then, I had deep brown hair I thought facial fur would follow suit; It didn't. At just about the bottom of my earlobe I noticed that my deep mahogany was turning a colour I cannot define. Then. As things drooped I found that that it wasn't so much one colour but the distasteful blending of several colours that resembled nothing so much as a poorly spotted pinto or an African Spotted Dog. Here and there I was auburn, red, brown, gray, white, a strange mushroom colour that I've not seen since. At first friends and family kidded me about all this-to be expected-but....as the diversion of colours snuck in they stopped kidding and asked if, perhaps, I should see my physician. Their theory being that, clearly, this profusion indicated something deeper, perhaps glandular but not right. Six months later I was clean shaven to the relief of many who asked what the doctor had given me to "clear up the problem". My answer, " A Razor", didn't satisfy them for whatever reason. Indeed decades later when I showed up with MS some referred back to my spotted beard as clear indication that something wrong was coming.....
I don't think society teaches us much on certain things, such as facial hair. It is not uncommon for someone to have a different color beard than their head. It is also not uncommon to have other colors in their beard than their head.
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.yuku.com%2Fimage%2Fjpg%2Fe89360a067d879ea7d350e9a99631b526ec014c2_r.jpg&hash=bd5cd810abc9786c8806d25dd02d3b323331fea6)
-
Imaginary, The beard is coming on a treat. Like that black and white photo.
-
I went overboard on no shave November and cut nor trimmed anything from October to new years including my hair.felt like I lost five pounds when I shaved and my son took several hours to recognize me lol
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2Fd%2F14%2F02%2F16%2Fynazynag.jpg&hash=ab366a809e7c8aebd76db25e530d3ce50bdc6a4c)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2Fd%2F14%2F02%2F16%2Fevavuva3.jpg&hash=2e79a9ec18a98e655c7ae6c4ceec8801f286298d)
I'm growing a beard again!
-
No, you grew a beard again. Looks great!
-
BBCMark, that's a magnificent beard. Considering going to the barber's to have it shaped.
-
Mr Jules. You have the goatee i am aiming for. Thing is, wife and daughter say no!
-
Mr Jules. You have the goatee i am aiming for. Thing is, wife and daughter say no!
Koolpc,
So have you been discussing a goatee with your family ? They might change their minds, when they see the look and feel of it !
-
Wow, Mark....Awesome beard!
-
Mr Jules. You have the goatee i am aiming for. Thing is, wife and daughter say no!
Koolpc,
So have you been discussing a goatee with your family ? They might change their minds, when they see the look and feel of it !
I already have a Goatee. I just want it bigger! lol
-
Koolpc, show us the goatee! (if you can)
-
Perfect goatee... Next... the dome!
-
Mine is finally starting to fill out. I shaved it before because of the gray, but this time I think I am embracing the gray. Now the only question is how long I am going to let it grow out.
-
The beard looks great - very distinguished. Looks perfect just the way it is now.
-
Nice one
-
Mine is finally starting to fill out. I shaved it before because of the gray, but this time I think I am embracing the gray. Now the only question is how long I am going to let it grow out.
Excellent!!!
-
Mine is finally starting to fill out. I shaved it before because of the gray, but this time I think I am embracing the gray. Now the only question is how long I am going to let it grow out.
Looks great. I shaves mine 5 years ago because I thought it was getting too grey but I eventually came to the conclusion that a grey beard is better than no beard.
-
Thanks, guys. I'm really liking it.
-
BBCESQ, the beard looks great!
-
Nice one BBCESQ! As for me, I elected to shave mine off (for now, down to a goatee) on February 19th due to a shaving error :(...But I can grow a decent one in a month, so I will try again soon...In the meantime, keep the beard stories coming, guys!
-
https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/t1/1557427_10202227641225514_2040038221_n.jpg
This is me on the left with my dad.
I think I'm going to keep this bald beard combo for a while.
-
It suits you well. The coloring in your dad's beard is nice too. (Look like he's having medical issues -- wishing the best for him.)
And cute dog!
-
https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/t1/1557427_10202227641225514_2040038221_n.jpg
This is me on the left with my dad.
I think I'm going to keep this bald beard combo for a while.
Looks great!
-
OK,
I'm in!
Steve
-
Impressive, Dober Daddy! Thick beards go well with partially bald and completely bald heads, IMO
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1328.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fw533%2FSiyq%2FIMG_20140311_202131_917_zpskspjnqdj.jpg&hash=519dfdfbdacf688a6425bb473d8ed38ffe6b9509) (http://s1328.photobucket.com/user/Siyq/media/IMG_20140311_202131_917_zpskspjnqdj.jpg.html)
First time growing out my beard. This is about 7 months, no trimming whatsoever.
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1328.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fw533%2FSiyq%2FIMG_20140311_202131_917_zpskspjnqdj.jpg&hash=519dfdfbdacf688a6425bb473d8ed38ffe6b9509) (http://s1328.photobucket.com/user/Siyq/media/IMG_20140311_202131_917_zpskspjnqdj.jpg.html)
First time growing out my beard. This is about 7 months, no trimming whatsoever.
Looks good! How long are you planning to let it grow?
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1328.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fw533%2FSiyq%2FIMG_20140311_202131_917_zpskspjnqdj.jpg&hash=519dfdfbdacf688a6425bb473d8ed38ffe6b9509) (http://s1328.photobucket.com/user/Siyq/media/IMG_20140311_202131_917_zpskspjnqdj.jpg.html)
First time growing out my beard. This is about 7 months, no trimming whatsoever.
Looks good! How long are you planning to let it grow?
As long as work allows it to be! O0
-
Quick update (https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2Fd%2F14%2F03%2F15%2Fametu3yp.jpg&hash=27e3662b11f372396b46f5e39aea9a7814451402)
-
Quick update (https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2Fd%2F14%2F03%2F15%2Fametu3yp.jpg&hash=27e3662b11f372396b46f5e39aea9a7814451402)
Wow, when did that happen? It looks great! O0
-
WOW...
-
Looks great, Omm O0
-
That's a nice looking beard 0mm!
-
Awesome beard! You could hide your bacon and egg in that! Lol
-
Quick update (https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2Fd%2F14%2F03%2F15%2Fametu3yp.jpg&hash=27e3662b11f372396b46f5e39aea9a7814451402)
Ist dass eine Karte von Deutschland hinter dem Bart ?
-
Ist es
-
0mm, that is really looking great. Congratulations.
-
Last October:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F4991cbdaad56ac436bd69bb5ff34a93f_zps1d48c0b6.jpg&hash=b95058e4d067a76a698f0cc91c62b64a4d61fbfa)
Last weekend:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F8b33689fb2ae6c4510c5fccbbd346c9e_zps8cbbbf35.jpg&hash=2e3210459245a82b8fef303807352eebf1327ef2)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F4a98bce1d9b1bc38dd9b85c01bca033c_zpse8adceae.jpg&hash=8ec6cf695036e863d80b13d5564ed1e7cf24a33f)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F9cf2e961b96f528d9858b112ef768cd3_zpsa3503b1a.jpg&hash=c3e8906b1b7d338ed4e477e2c4bc25e3ebbcc493)
-
Razor... I chose last weekend over last October... O0
Nothing against the VanDyke, but...
-
Razor... I chose last weekend over last October... O0
Nothing against the VanDyke, but...
That seems to be the consensus.
-
Quick update (https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2Fd%2F14%2F03%2F15%2Fametu3yp.jpg&hash=27e3662b11f372396b46f5e39aea9a7814451402)
Wow!! great progress!!
-
That seems to be the consensus.
Yeah, I'll weigh in on that. Both look great on you, but the beard is really dazzling.
-
Some great beards guys!
-
That seems to be the consensus.
Yeah, I'll weigh in on that. Both look great on you, but the beard is really dazzling.
Thanks. Lately I've been leaning towards keeping the full beard. I'm a little afraid of having shaver's regret if I make any changes.
-
Thanks. Lately I've been leaning towards keeping the full beard. I'm a little afraid of having shaver's regret if I make any changes.
I hear ya on that one. I've got no reason to let mine go anyways.
-
Razor, If we are voting on it, my vote is to keep your full beard. After all, you have already had many years with the circle beard.
-
Razor, Your full beard continues to look great. Yours looks good to Mr. Jules.
-
Razor, it looks great either way. If you're on the fence, I 'd leave it the way it is.
-
Lately I've been leaning towards keeping the full beard. I'm a little afraid of having shaver's regret if I make any changes.
Shaver's regret ? Is that also the same regret of not having started shaving your head sooner ? ;)
-
Haha...
-
Lately I've been leaning towards keeping the full beard. I'm a little afraid of having shaver's regret if I make any changes.
Shaver's regret ? Is that also the same regret of not having started shaving your head sooner ? ;)
Not quite. :)
-
I guess its time for another update. My current avatar was taken this morning. I keep thinking it is at long as I want it to get, but each time I go to trim it, I move the trimmer up another notch. So I guess I will keep growing it out, until I get tired of it and decide to really trim it back to like a 1. I think I'm on a 5 or 6 now.
I am getting tons of compliments by friends and coworkers, and I think I even got flirted with at lunch last week by a women (although she was barking up the wrong tree), but it still felt good.
I'll keep updating every few weeks, until I decide to trim it down (if/when that happens).
Tim
-
Tim, it looks great as as... no trimming aloud... (well, maybe a little).
-
Tim, it continues to look great!
-
I agree that it looks just about the perfect the way it is. One thing I've learned through personal experience. -- :-[. -- is that once your beard starts turning grey, it's best not to trim it too short because the grey blends in with your skin and from a distance your beard can look invisible or appear to have bare patches. Keeping it a little longer makes it more visible.
-
Longer=better! :)
-
I agree. I have a friend who has gone gray, and it bugs me whenever I see him trim his circle beard to stubble for the same reason.
-
Wow, Tim. The beard looks fantastic!
-
Feeling inspired by the mighty beardage! It's a sunny day in Oregon and I'm having a good beard day. Going for the Billy Gibbons look (eventually) O:O
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi115.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fn282%2Fvashjustvash%2Fsunny.jpg&hash=8321d9784723ee46d8198af3b5e44c69a1c09361)
-
Great pic, Vash!
8)
-
Good looking beard length Tim. I hope you didn't disappoint the poor woman too much!
-
Tim,
It looks great, and your process of setting your trimmer longer with each trim is a good way to grow it out and keep it even and neat at the same time. Takes a little longer than just letting it grow, but a lot of guys are more comfortable with this method. Like others have said, a longer beard looks much fuller than a short stubble beard, especially if it is grey or blonde.
-
I agree. I have a friend who has gone gray, and it bugs me whenever I see him trim his circle beard to stubble for the same reason.
I have a friend who won't grow out a beard because of how much has turned gray, but he will do the stubble thing. Stubble looks even worse when it is gray on white skin because it looks like a blotchy white haze on the skin like some sort of fungal infection you'd see on a fish.
-
That seems to be the consensus.
Yeah, I'll weigh in on that. Both look great on you, but the beard is really dazzling.
Thanks. Lately I've been leaning towards keeping the full beard. I'm a little afraid of having shaver's regret if I make any changes.
Your goatee vs beard pictures are strange because you grow the perfect goatee and it fits your face (sometimes a guy who can grow a perfect goatee has a face that doesn't fit it) but your beard is just as great. I'd also lean to the beard because it's still new for your and you don't have anything against it. You've done the goatee for years so give this a shot.
Actually the reason I am confident you will keep it is your indecision on whether to keep it. I've found that the people who show the most pride and excitement over their beards are the quickest to shave it off. Am I the only one to notice this phenomenon? Those guys either shave it off entirely for some incredibly lame reason, or they do something "creative" (i.e. stupid) with it, realize what they did looks stupid, and then shave it off a few days later.
Often guys who love their beards get some sort of length or time achievement in their head, go far beyond a length they like, and then shave it off entirely because they've apparently forgotten that you can actually trim the length of hair without taking it down to the skin.
-
Actually the reason I am confident you will keep it is your indecision on whether to keep it.
When I'm indecisive about something I generally don't do anything, so that means I will probably keep it unless I get an irresistible urge to go back to the goatee.
-
Feeling inspired by the mighty beardage! It's a sunny day in Oregon and I'm having a good beard day. Going for the Billy Gibbons look (eventually) O:O
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi115.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fn282%2Fvashjustvash%2Fsunny.jpg&hash=8321d9784723ee46d8198af3b5e44c69a1c09361)
Well you are off to a great start.
-
Looks cool, Tim, and I like the classic pickup in the background, too!
-
Reddog: Actually, I'm Vash (red beard, black ford in the background). Hi!
Didn't mean to hijack the discussion of Tims' beard, which is looking good by the way O0 if we were voting, I'd say keep it going.
-
Thanks for clarifying that.
-
I gave up on trying to get the cheeks to fill in, plus I look more GQ with a tightly groomed beard.
-
I gave up on trying to get the cheeks to fill in, plus I look more GQ with a tightly groomed beard.
The chinstrap fits you well, IMO
-
I gave up on trying to get the cheeks to fill in, plus I look more GQ with a tightly groomed beard.
The chinstrap fits you well, IMO
Agreed. I like it a lot.
-
I wish I could grow in hair on my cheeks evenly. The left fills in more than the right and I got impatient so I decided to go with the trim thin beard. You guys have some pretty sweet beards.
-
Greatnessinc, I am unsure how long you went before trimming to the chinstrap, but I tell guys to give it at least three months to see if it will fill in. Many guys do get impatient and shave or trim before waiting it out. Cheeks are typically the slowest growing part of the beard and sometimes do fill in in the third month.
-
I gave it a few months give or take. My left cheek grows faster and fuller than my right cheek. I felt like it was lopsided so I trimmed it down; however I'm leaving room for it to grow up a little more from roughly around the edges of my mouth to the sideburns.
-
I gave it a few months give or take. My left cheek grows faster and fuller than my right cheek. I felt like it was lopsided so I trimmed it down; however I'm leaving room for it to grow up a little more from roughly around the edges of my mouth to the sideburns.
Most beards grow in unevenly. It is hard to wait out the sometimes awkward growing in stages.
-
I've received a few compliments on my beard, most of them saying it looks good on me. Even before I started shaving the cheeks down one of my neighbors that I haven't seen in a while liked my facial hair. I think I like it better this way.
-
You said you were letting it grow a little higher up on your cheeks. How about a current photo?
-
As it is now
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fv11%2Fgreatnessinc%2FAA5E96C6-7284-4880-8403-8795E8723A9D_zpsvvw4n9wt.jpg&hash=ec96de0584392154df375e154ef79f86c6b6847c)
Before trimming it
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fv11%2Fgreatnessinc%2FmewithJewelStaite_zpsab0fef76.jpg&hash=a618914bb4f0a0c9b7af71f87ef3d61586ceb6cd)
-
I like it now but I also really like the before picture. The scruffy look and the cap makes a cool look.
-
I like the before picture also. Not that there is anything wrong with the after but if you can be patient and let the cheeks fill in a little more, it will be a little less maintenance for you.
-
Challenge accepted.
-
Wow! That really is remarkable!
One of the barbershops I go to is just finishing a year long beard growing contest. I was therevthevday that all of the contestants had their epic beards shaved clean tombegin the contest! They have been ousting photos of the contestants growing their beards every month now for a year.
I swear that some ofthose guys are not human!
Check itout by searching for Joe's Barbershop on Fullrton avenue in Chicago. It is a hoot!
quote author=Razor X link=topic=17784.msg334323#msg334323 date=1396235070]
I like the before picture also. Not that there is anything wrong with the after but if you can be patient and let the cheeks fill in a little more, it will be a little less maintenance for you.
[/quote]
-
I am starting to catch up with some of you graybeards.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F0c2d571810908e806be31da0ccf0334b_zpsa9888664.jpg&hash=795ad66ec8b48014d53ec7b39b63f1d5c9e1182c)
-
Looks great, Razor. The contrast between the colors is striking.
-
I am starting to catch up with some of you graybeards.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F0c2d571810908e806be31da0ccf0334b_zpsa9888664.jpg&hash=795ad66ec8b48014d53ec7b39b63f1d5c9e1182c)
welcome to the old fold :D
-
Wow, Razor. Looks awesome!
-
I am starting to catch up with some of you graybeards.
Are you just showing off now ? ;)
-
Razor, the shape of your beard is really cool, and the color variation seems to accentuate to look. O0
-
Brother you look like a silver tip badger brush. Fore ya get mad, those are high dollar.
-
I went to buy a soda for my lunch today from the bagel shop in the lobby of my building. I go in there most days, sometimes at lunchtime, or other times to grab a bagel or some milk in the mornings. Today, the woman who rang up my order said, "I've been meaning to tell you, I love the color of your beard." I almost turned around and looked over my shoulder to see who she was talking to!
-
I went to buy a soda for my lunch today from the bagel shop in the lobby of my building. I go in there most days, sometimes at lunchtime, or other times to grab a bagel or some milk in the mornings. Today, the woman who rang up my order said, "I've been meaning to tell you, I love the color of your beard." I almost turned around and looked over my shoulder to see who she was talking to!
Of course she was talking about yours because that beard is freaking awesome. O0 It's a shame you are losing the red color, but one thing I've noticed is that red even goes gray better than black* and brown hair because it seems to keep a reddish tinge to it while guys with hair that used to be black or brown but is now graying just seems to look dead. I'm hoping that mine will become bright white or at least consistent gray when I lose it all.
* Yes there is no such thing as truely black hair but you all know what I mean
-
Challenge accepted.
You claim you have bad cheeks, but it looks like you could have an extremely strong goatee and chinstrap if you actually let it grow. There's this really bad misconception out there when it comes to bearding where guys think a beard must either be stubble or completely untrimmed hair heading to terminal length. I've known guys who grew beards, nearly worshipped them as they came in, and then shaved them off when they got too long because of this mentality. Just like head hair, beard hair can be maintained at any length you choose fairly easily. Now after 15 years of doing it wrong I finally feel like I've figured out how to do it, and I have this constant urge to plead "You're doing it wrong!" to all of the guys I see who try to keep their beards neat by maintaining it at the sloppiest looking length and cutting their necklines halfway up the sides of their head. I know there's no one-size-fits-all when it comes to this, but it seems like most guys are flat out doing it wrong.
I did the stubble thing for years just because it was "how you were supposed to do it", and I was always disappointed because stubble just exaggerates all of the flaws of your beard. I know that goes against the conventional thinking, but it's the truth. I'm sure if you let it grow out and maintained it at a modest length of 1" you would be thrilled with how yours looks. RazorX was doing the same thing to his, condemning his beard to stubble mediocrity, and now with just a couple inches of length it is a beard that is both precisely groomed and legend-wait for it-dary. Can anyone seriously say his beard looks sloppy or that he looks homeless? I mean, come on. Trust me, if you grew that goatee and chinstraps out to about an inch you would love it or would at the very least see what a longer beard would look like instead of imagining what it would look like.
I also think that your genetically-imposed chinstrap sides works for you because a chinstrap is intentionally thin. It's really those guys who want the full beard / full cheek look, but think they'll look homeless with an actual full beard so they shave their necklines up to their cheeks. In their attempt to not look bad they give themselves a huge neck and a 2" hair-colored stripe across the side of their head. Chinstraps, because they are so thin, actually avoid this weird effect.
-
I went to buy a soda for my lunch today from the bagel shop in the lobby of my building. I go in there most days, sometimes at lunchtime, or other times to grab a bagel or some milk in the mornings. Today, the woman who rang up my order said, "I've been meaning to tell you, I love the color of your beard." I almost turned around and looked over my shoulder to see who she was talking to!
Of course she was talking about yours because that beard is freaking awesome. O0 It's a shame you are losing the red color, but one thing I've noticed is that red even goes gray better than black* and brown hair because it seems to keep a reddish tinge to it while guys with hair that used to be black or brown but is now graying just seems to look dead. I'm hoping that mine will become bright white or at least consistent gray when I lose it all.
* Yes there is no such thing as truely black hair but you all know what I mean
Thanks. I guess we always tend to want what we don't have. I think dark brown or black hair can look awesome as it greys. Dark hair tends to turn a nice steel or silver color. Think Clooney.
-
I think greatnessinc could let that chinstrap expand into a very nice Riker beard without any problem, if wants to. :)
-
Thanks bros. I'm going to let it grow for a while. I trim it short but not all the way to stubble.
I like tight clean lines on the neck, but I keep it a bit below the jaw line otherwise it just looks like I messed it up.
-
Short is fine because you've got nice dark hair. When you start turning into a greying old man like me you'll have to let it get a little longer. ;)
-
I just started growing mine back. Hopefully it'll come back like my avatar pic.
-
Short is fine because you've got nice dark hair. When you start turning into a greying old man like me you'll have to let it get a little longer. ;)
My hair doesn't get very long it just thickens up.
P.S. 2 HIMYM references in 1 thread, high five! Now we're up to 3.
-
RazorX: luzca bien. The color truly does look awesome!
Greatnessinc: cool Kon-El t-shirt. If only they bring him back.
-
P.S. 2 HIMYM references in 1 thread, high five! Now we're up to 3.
I almost didn't due to my disgust over the finale.
-
Okay Guys, its been more than a couple of weeks since I last posted a pick of the beard and boy is it getting long. This is by far the longest its ever been. The current plan is to grow it out at least another month and then decide. I think, however, I've decided that I am going to go at least 6 months of total growth before I decide if I like it. I've always wanted to try a long beard of more than a few inches, and I don't seem to be having any professional issues, so its now or never.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1174.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fr609%2Ftmfrizzell%2F1ED13D8F-6BAF-47DA-A3E0-E704CA0D215A_zpsw5myoyt8.jpg&hash=0e0d3f793500344c4f2095cefffb4d5c463a8ae6) (http://s1174.photobucket.com/user/tmfrizzell/media/1ED13D8F-6BAF-47DA-A3E0-E704CA0D215A_zpsw5myoyt8.jpg.html)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1174.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fr609%2Ftmfrizzell%2F4931CEAA-3E93-4A97-9AD0-2BC55B94F89D_zpsvuaf7f88.jpg&hash=9f211de58122566ba3c5d868f595caa589967116) (http://s1174.photobucket.com/user/tmfrizzell/media/4931CEAA-3E93-4A97-9AD0-2BC55B94F89D_zpsvuaf7f88.jpg.html)
-
I continue to like... :)
-
Go for it!
-
The beard is coming along nicely
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fv11%2Fgreatnessinc%2FB4611390-EFA5-45FB-B5F2-106731146B18_zpsr6qwcg1n.jpg&hash=b2efff5aa2e0d7e4e0f2fdb64dc0688b3a5a5423)
-
Yes, it is. It looks great. Keep it up!
-
The beard is coming along nicely
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fv11%2Fgreatnessinc%2FB4611390-EFA5-45FB-B5F2-106731146B18_zpsr6qwcg1n.jpg&hash=b2efff5aa2e0d7e4e0f2fdb64dc0688b3a5a5423)
Looks really good.
-
BBCESQ - the beard is looking fantastic. The coloring is great!
Greatness - it's coming in really well. I think it's a keeper.
-
Thanks guys. I've discovered a magical power my beard seems to have. Multiple people have asked me if I've lost weight.
-
BBCESQ - the beard is looking fantastic. The coloring is great!
Greatness - it's coming in really well. I think it's a keeper.
+1
-
It's coming along nicely.
BTW, were you shaving off the top half of your mustache?
-
I do about once a week sometimes 2 weeks. I do it mostly to make my beard different from any other beard.
-
I do about once a week sometimes 2 weeks. I do it mostly to make my beard different from any other beard.
Too much work for me. :)
-
I do about once a week sometimes 2 weeks. I do it mostly to make my beard different from any other beard.
It is totally your decision and opinion that counts, but in my opinion, there is nothing to gain by trimming the top of the mustache. In my opinion, the wider the mustache the better, and it takes much less effort. Every beard is unique in its growth pattern and density. You beard is looking great.
-
I do about once a week sometimes 2 weeks. I do it mostly to make my beard different from any other beard.
I object! In the other thread episode 5 you said: "My look has nothing to do with anyone else (well mostly, still gotta try to be appealing to the ladies)."
So you are shaving the top of your mustache because you don't want it to look like others even though your look has nothing to do with anyone else? ;D
I DEMAND THE TRUTH! :*))
Seriously, don't mind me. I've anal like that to begin with :D, but then I discovered this series of videos on YouTube that I'm now hooked on called "Everything that's wrong with [place movie here] in - minutes" where they nickpick everything freaking little and big thing about a movie. I had a difficult time enjoying movies the next time I watched one after seeing those videos.
-
I'm very non linear in my thought process and often actions. Not to drive anyone crazy (that's just a bonus) but because that's how I operate. Sometimes I do or don't do things just for the hell of it. >:D
-
A young guy at my office has been growing his beard for the last three months or so, and asked me a few weeks ago, as the only other "facially follicled" man in the department, if I ever considered growing more than just the goatee. I last had a full beard about seven years ago – long before I considered taking off the horseshoe, so I figured, why not give it a go?
The goatee had to be trimmed from the "wizard length" as my daughters had called it, to blend with the cheek stubble as it grew. I am now four weeks in. I am going to give it until June to decide if I want to keep it.
-
Continued
-
Looks good. Are you going to try to go for "wizard's length" again with the full beard? Keep us posted on your progress.
-
Continued
The term "wizard length" - awesome. It should become a permanent part of the shaving vernacular!
The beard is looking great and it's good to see you back. Keep us posted on your progress!
-
At day 19, I'm feeling like I am getting my beard back:
-
CaveDweller,
I'm glad you are growing out the full beard. It's looking good! O0
-
At day 19, I'm feeling like I am getting my beard back:
Only day nineteen?
That is some excellent density, Mike.
-
At day 19, I'm feeling like I am getting my beard back:
O0
-
At day 19, I'm feeling like I am getting my beard back:
At last !! Welcome back.
-
Looks like you're going to have a hell of a beard by then. O0
-
I like it so far. Keep it growing.
-
Myke and Cave, your beards are both looking great!
-
+1 - or should that be +2.
-
Greatness, Myke, and Cave Dweller: I concur with the others by saying they're looking sharp.
Spring break is over and I go back to work tomorrow to show off my slyness. I've gotten nothing but positive comments so far on the way I look. I've shaved every day since I went sly last Saturday.
-
Right on AJ.
-
Looking good, Cave Dweller and Slymyke! AJ, after a while, it will become natural for you.
-
Great news, AJ!
I have a feeling the reaction will be similar at your work place.
-
Cave Dweller, I am glad to see you going to the full beard. It will look great on you. I do think it would have been good to not trim the goat, it makes a nice pointed beard when the goat has a head start. But too late for that now, so just let it grow.
Slymyke, glad you are growing yours back out. It always looked good on you as well.
Looks like you both have been blessed with very good beard coverage.
-
It's feeling more natural every day Sir Harry. You had the right feeling Cave Dweller because I did receive a lot of positive comments at work today.
-
And into week four.
It finally is starting to feel like a beard rather than just an unshaved face.
I had forgotten how patchy mine grows in.
-
It doesn't look patchy at all.
-
That looks pretty great, Cave. Especially for only four weeks. I like how the beard comes to mid ear, too.
-
That is not patchy, I call that almost perfection. A little more length and it will be fine.
-
I appreciate the words of encouragement, gentlemen.
I guess the statement so often made to guys worrying about their head shape is true. We are our own worst critics.
-
I'm very non linear in my thought process and often actions. Not to drive anyone crazy (that's just a bonus) but because that's how I operate. Sometimes I do or don't do things just for the hell of it. >:D
Damn it Jim! You are a person not a TV show! You need to stop exhibiting the random processes and actions of Star Trek Voyager and be more coherent like Star Trek DS9!
:px
-
I am going to give it until June to decide if I want to keep it.
Give it a little longer than that. I would suggest the whole summer at least. If you go through the bother of growing it out, then you ought to get to wear it for a while -- and like shaving the head, it can take a little while to get used to and fully appreciate it.
When I grew mine out, I committed to keeping it for six months, which are up tomorrow.
-
And into week four.
It finally is starting to feel like a beard rather than just an unshaved face.
I had forgotten how patchy mine grows in.
Yea I'll never understand this fascination with stubble because it just just makes a person look unkempt instead of like they have a beard.
If I had to make a suggestion I'd recommend lowering the neckline. The neckline visually divides the head from the neck, so when it is up too high it can often make the beard look like a stripe running along the side of the head. From what I've experienced, it is best for the beard to wrap around the jaw like it is "sling" holding the jaw.
In the past when I would expand my goatee into a beard I would basically just give my goatee sides that connected to the sideburns because I thought that was how it was done, but it never came out right. I even noticed how awkward it was when cutting this line especially when I got to the tight U-Turn under the chin but I still didn't get it. The weird thing is that a high neck generally looks fine when viewed from the front, and it was only when I saw a profile picture or played with mirrors that I noticed the problem. Even then I still couldn't figure out what was wrong.
On my last attempt I finally decided to do something different and edge the neckline as minimally as possible. I was sure this decision was going to be a bad one but I ended up being completely surprised that this was actually 100% correct. I finally have a beard that works and this time around I have had no interest whatsoever in shaving back down to a goatee like I did with the others.
From what I've experienced and seen on others, the optimal neckline tends to be that point under your jaw where the angle is the tightest as it turns to go down into the neck. If guys want to reduce the total amount of skin covered by hair I think it is better to lower the cheekline than to raise the neckline.
-
Damn it Jim! You are a person not a TV show! You need to stop exhibiting the random processes and actions of Star Trek Voyager and be more coherent like Star Trek DS9!
:px
LOL. I really only shave the upper part of the stache if there are stray hairs pissing me off. Or if I go too far trying to clear the strays.
-
I did not really do anything different than normal, but I am having a good beard day. It just seemed to cooperate more that normal.
-
Looking good!
-
Good to see an update, SlyBeard! You have gotten some good length on that beard.
-
Looks good, Slybeard.
I never thought of the concept of a bad or good beard day.
-
And that makes five weeks. It is at the point where there is not too noticable a change in just a week's time.
-
Mr. Trogdolyte, the beard is looking excellent. I think that length is really becoming on you.
-
Looks good, Cave Dweller. You are one of the fortunate guys that has a good and full looking beard in only 5 weeks, some of us get caught in a scruffy stage that last much longer. Congratulations. What are your plans for length, massive like the goatee you had?
-
Thanks, guys.
Actually, Slybeard, I am leaning strongly toward going back to just the goat. I am going to give it a few more weeks to see how it feels.
-
It looks great -- and came in quickly, too.
Give it a little time before you make a final decision. Going to a full beard from a goatee doesn't seem like it would be a big deal but it still takes time to adjust to the change.
-
Cave Dweller, it's looking great!
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2Fd%2F14%2F05%2F03%2Fymu2ejum.jpg&hash=234df03e384960498683623844dc64ede0f1c2a9)
Handlebars are coming along...
-
Wow, Mr Jules.
The handlebar looks great, sir.
-
Thank you. It's worth the effort.
-
Nice Mr. Jules!
-
Nice, Mr. Jules.
-
The handlebar looks terrific!
-
You're making the handle bars really work! Super fun!
-
Cave, it's looking pretty good.
Jules that's freaking awesome man!
-
Just a small update (https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2Fd%2F14%2F05%2F04%2Fuhavezyd.jpg&hash=5de1c1b82ab13c70965bbc92ef65722449e005dd)
-
Just a small update
Very impressive, sir.
-
BBG, looking good!
-
Great beard, BBG!
-
Nice growth... you should keep going!!!
-
Nice job,
0mm BBG!
-
Looking great, beardedbaldgerman.... and I like the new name too. O0
-
Wow! What an awesome beard!
-
Your full beard is looking really good Cave Dweller!
-
Hit roughly 28 seconds into this video to see the worst beard I have ever seen an attorney James Hedelsten:
http://drphil.arcostream.com/007CC1/live/5257_12412_5of7.mp4
Yes... I watch Dr. Phil sometimes. (I've got a beard. I can afford it :D)
You're probably expecting it to be some patchy or extreme looking mess, but what you are going to see is a guy who has no beard, until you squint and wonder why his face looks dirty like he was at the beach and has sand stuck to his face. Unfortunately this has got to be a "beard" because it has an upper boundary and the usual neckline cut halfway up the side of his head.
You might think that he might be at the very beginning of growing a beard, but what are the chances that this would be the case? And if you were within hours of starting your beard wouldn't you shave it off if you were going to appear on national TV?
I'm no fan of stubble beards, but this whole stubble beard thing has gotten out of hand because we now has beards measured in a length of hours. This is a beard that cannot possibly be any longer than 12 hours worth of growth. What's the point?
-
I agree, Rusty. I had to watch that a second time. The first time I didn't even notice it. When I watched it again, I thought, yeah that really is a mess. How do you go on TV looking like that? We've talked about how having a beard has nothing to do with a professional look, but that is really unprofessional in my opinion.
Now pay no attention to my avatar. I am a stubbly mess, but it was the beginning of my growing my beard back. I wasn't going on TV!
-
I was too distracted by the black and white striped socks to notice the stubble-beard. :/O
-
Ya, they guy was a mess... the "beard" was the least of his problems!
-
I actually thought he was a really good looking guy. O k I thought the beard was cut a little high on the neck but who cares. He also had great hair cut in a smart looking style. I know everyone's opinions are different but that it's one more thing that makes this forum great, while opinions vary they are always welcome.
-
Just a small update
That is a monster beard ! Are you going to grow it longer ?
-
Hit roughly 28 seconds into this video to see the worst beard I have ever seen an attorney James Hedelsten:
http://drphil.arcostream.com/007CC1/live/5257_12412_5of7.mp4
Yes... I watch Dr. Phil sometimes. (I've got a beard. I can afford it :D)
You're probably expecting it to be some patchy or extreme looking mess, but what you are going to see is a guy who has no beard, until you squint and wonder why his face looks dirty like he was at the beach and has sand stuck to his face. Unfortunately this has got to be a "beard" because it has an upper boundary and the usual neckline cut halfway up the side of his head.
You might think that he might be at the very beginning of growing a beard, but what are the chances that this would be the case? And if you were within hours of starting your beard wouldn't you shave it off if you were going to appear on national TV?
I'm no fan of stubble beards, but this whole stubble beard thing has gotten out of hand because we now has beards measured in a length of hours. This is a beard that cannot possibly be any longer than 12 hours worth of growth. What's the point?
To be honest i see nothing wrong with that stubbly beard i think it looks ok but i am a fan of having a stubbly beard myself but obviously i have grown mine out.
-
I have no problem with a "stubbly beard" Looks great on some guys.
But, yeah, what was up with the socks?
-
BBG beard looks awesome.
-
I don't think it even qualifies as stubble, because at least stubble is visible the first time you see it. It just doesn't make any sense to me to go to all that effort to show nothing. I could see it if he uses clippers to buzz the hair down to the skin if shaving breaks out his skin, but if that were the case why bother with necklines and cheeklines? I didn't even notice the socks so now I have to watch that again.
-
My trimmer says perfect stubble, but I only use it with the comb so I never take mine down too much.
-
To each. I like it just as much as any other type of beard.
-
Hey guys, I'm still around and still growing out my beard. Its starting to take on a life of its own, but I'm enjoying the process. Avatar is from today, but haven't shaved my head in a day or so :(
-
Well that's coming along nicely.
-
Hey guys, I'm still around and still growing out my beard. Its starting to take on a life of its own, but I'm enjoying the process. Avatar is from today, but haven't shaved my head in a day or so :(
That beard is looking great, BBCESQ!
-
BBCESQ - You are looking quite amazing. Mustache wax in your future?
Steve
-
Looks fantastic!
-
Its starting to take on a life of its own, but I'm enjoying the process.
Well, whatever you are doing, it is working.
-
Thanks, guys. I appreciate the compliments :)
-
I agree with everyone...beard continues to look good, Mr. BBC Esq. More power to you...having that much beard hair would drive me crazy!
-
Looks great, BBCESQ. You shout try a longer beard sometime, Tobler1. It can be addictive, but will not drive you crazy.
-
Meh...it's not my thing really. Plus I'll be seeking teaching jobs in Vietnam soon, and they're not big beard folk there. I should be fine with a nice trimmed beard, but it would not be realistic to grow anything much grander. But you never know in the future. I did NOT think I'd be celebrating my birthday in a few days as a sly guy back in January when I shaved...Stranger things can happen!
-
Slybeard... holy moly look at that shine! I need sunglasses!!!
-
Well I've been itching to test out the shaving prowess of my new DE but I didn't want to shave my beard off completely, so I shaved the sideburns off.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fv11%2Fgreatnessinc%2FMobile%2520Uploads%2F2014-05%2F82C85C4C-7B03-4C21-83A8-FDC93FE249BF_zpsxxtsatqh.jpg&hash=e6a8d969587615f83064715a7176269cc458cc16)
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2Fd%2F14%2F05%2F23%2Fbyqu5ate.jpg&hash=08f436266f7d845f8a727247cc176e6049c1c0f2)
Just returned from the barber's. Adopted a V shape beard, but the 'bars remain intact.
-
Stylin!
-
Awesome Handlebars, Mr. Jules
-
Cool look, Mr. Jules! The new v-shape goatee goes well with the stylin' bars!
-
I echo everyone else on the look Mr. Jules. Awesome!
-
Super cool, Mr. Jules!
-
Thank you, everyone. The daily waxing takes some practice , but please with the results ! The visit to the barber was a good tidy up.
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2Fd%2F14%2F05%2F23%2Fbyqu5ate.jpg&hash=08f436266f7d845f8a727247cc176e6049c1c0f2)
Just returned from the barber's. Adopted a V shape beard, but the 'bars remain intact.
Very nice!
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.yuku.com%2Fimage%2Fjpg%2F5fe16a63737d039819a35fbc8e4cf914ef0ec90e_r.jpg&hash=41bb0673a90171d4407d3b8e86f86754a9e769bf)
Bowties are cool
-
Great photo - beard looks awesome and the bow tie is cool.
-
Like the black and white picture - side ways profile.
-
Now that Im fairly comfortable with my slyness.... Its time to work on the beard.
-
That beard is looking good on you ksshane. How long do you plan to go with it?
-
The beard looks great, ksshane. Don't see that too much work is needed!
-
Slybeard,
If my beard would get to your length I would be a happy man.
As a younger man I had a long goatee... Looked great right out of the shower (about 9" long if I remember correctly), but my hair is so curly by the time it dried out it was only about 2 to 3" long...lol
-
Looks great!
-
The beard looks terrific. How long have you been growing it? Like the glasses, too.
-
Looks good, ksshane. O0
-
The beard looks terrific. How long have you been growing it? Like the glasses, too.
Ive probably been growing it for about 3 weeks now. Trimmed the sides once so far.
-
I decided to post a quick beard selfie, but good lord Photobucket is such an awful mobile website it took a half hour and 3 web browsers to do it. Here's a sho from today; (https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FBeard%2F20140701_105454_zps886e2e80.jpg&hash=9dda95d0d835b9024e4e80f1282bcc1ef9832ea1) (http://s220.photobucket.com/user/Scuba_Steve1974/media/Beard/20140701_105454_zps886e2e80.jpg.html)
The sides are the longest they've ever been at around 4", and I like the extra length, but it's starting not blend well with the long rolled up goatee. Im close to the point where I want cut off the chin to around 4-5" to blend in with the rest but I just can't do it! Lol
-
It looks fine to me -- at least foe what I can tell from the photo.
-
recently am letting my beard grow a bit, so I thought it would be appropriate to post a pic here ;)
Love the bald/beard combo, and the shiny scalp too!
-
Looks good. How much longer do you plan to let it get?
-
Looks good. How much longer do you plan to let it get?
until it goes "out of control" ;D
Seriously, the problem is that I have some white hair mixed in the dark hair, and it grows faster than the dark hair, so after a while it doesn't look good because the white hair gets longer.
-
recently am letting my beard grow a bit, so I thought it would be appropriate to post a pic here ;)
Love the bald/beard combo, and the shiny scalp too!
Looks good. I've been finding myself slowly becoming more and more of a fan of beards over goatees since I finally figured out how to do it right. I also remember you as the owner of the BBCY and mentioned being 15 years sly when I was still debating. Now here I am at 1 month to my own 15 year anniversary.
-
Looks good. How much longer do you plan to let it get?
until it goes "out of control" ;D
Seriously, the problem is that I have some white hair mixed in the dark hair, and it grows faster than the dark hair, so after a while it doesn't look good because the white hair gets longer.
Until it goes "out of control" is the idea I adopted a couple months ago, and the weird thing is that it's not doing that. I keep expecting it to become more and more unruly with each day, but is almost seems to be getting easier to control. I think as soon as it gets enough mass that it is forced to flow downwards that that will be my limit.
I do have the exact same issue with the random gray hairs because they stand out plain as day against the dark beard so I tend to cut the annoying ones off. Colored beards are good, gray beards are good, but grayING beards suck! :*)) I was using Just for Men, but then I started using Beard Balms and oils more heavily and I think it prevents the dye from working well. Even though I would thoroughly wash the beard before applying the color I think a trace amount must still be present and blocks the dye from adhering.
At this point I think I'm looking forward to it turning gray because I'd like to dye it blonde or a light brown just to see what it would look like, and I think that only works if when hair itself is already lightly colored (and I don't want to bleach it).
-
Looks good. I've been finding myself slowly becoming more and more of a fan of beards over goatees since I finally figured out how to do it right. I also remember you as the owner of the BBCY and mentioned being 15 years sly when I was still debating. Now here I am at 1 month to my own 15 year anniversary.
Thank you very much for the compliments! :-)
Yes am the owner of the BBCM group of yhaoo, and yes, started shaving in May 1996... now that I think it's more than 18 years as a bald man! you too close to 15 years?? that's great indeed!
As for the BBCM group did we use to chat in the past? can't remember of you on Yahoo.
it's a pity but in the last few years, since fb become popular, the yahoo!groups got used less and less and I lost contact with many bald fellows... now am trying to get in touch again with them, but it's very difficult :-(
-
Wow, ksshane, Rusty and Zetaeffe....Like how those beards are developing....I have some work to do, mine looks like a domino in some places....
-
Thank you very much for the compliments! :-)
Yes am the owner of the BBCM group of yhaoo, and yes, started shaving in May 1996... now that I think it's more than 18 years as a bald man! you too close to 15 years?? that's great indeed!
As for the BBCM group did we use to chat in the past? can't remember of you on Yahoo.
it's a pity but in the last few years, since fb become popular, the yahoo!groups got used less and less and I lost contact with many bald fellows... now am trying to get in touch again with them, but it's very difficult :-(
I probably didn't discover that site until 1998 or 1999. Looking back it's funny how the decision to shave my head seemed as tough, if not tougher, than just about any other decision I have ever made. And it was just friggin' hair! I have literally shaved my head over 5000 times since making that decision and it just seems so funny looking back at how I debated and hedged and procrastinated, and then even tried it out for a week before giving it up and waiting another year before making the permanent change.
During that time I moved away, moved back home, and then moved back. I remember one guy on your site (one of those that makes you think "I wouldn't be so uncertain about this if I looked like THAT") mentioned living from a town near the area I had moved to and then moved away from. Years after I moved back I spotted this oddly familiar guy working at a local store and then it suddenly hit me that I me this is him.
I'm basically that guy who shouts "That's [obscure character] from [movie/tv show]!" when watching something and I am often right (I am forced to goto IMDB to confirm my hunch or else I am distracted from the movie until I do).
Of course I'm not going to go up and ask him, but every time I see him in that store it drives me crazy to prove I'm right and I cannot go to IMDB with this one! lol. Another thing about him is that I think his avatar from that site was taken and used in a weird Photoshop picture that I first saw used as a user posting to my company's Yahoo stock board years ago when my old employer was rumored to be getting bought out.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FFunny%2F2doggirl1_zpsa7c18b54.jpg&hash=92f8ad6b6e4ba6b0696bfcd4c330a9e8d90971b4) (http://s220.photobucket.com/user/Scuba_Steve1974/media/Funny/2doggirl1_zpsa7c18b54.jpg.html)
I always liked that crazy photo and have used it for my own stuff from time to time. :D
-
Wow, ksshane, Rusty and Zetaeffe....Like how those beards are developing....I have some work to do, mine looks like a domino in some places....
Thanks for the compliment!
A domino? The toy or the pizza?
I've been pretty pleased with mine lately and the one thing I've learned is that more is more. Most of my problems were caused by cutting off too much area or too much length and I didn't notice until I decided to go far outside my comfort zone and honestly try something else. I was basically doing what I saw other guys doing and thought it "had" to be done that way and it always looked like sh*t. I should really scan the rest of my photo collection into my computer and post some of them where it was short and butchered. It wasn't until I decided to go off on my own that I finally got it right.
-
When I say domino, when I go for the longer and wider beard, I end up with gray spots and holes that don't grow with the rest of the beard.
-
The full beard is looking good. Once you get the bug to grow it out, it ca be hard to stop.
-
I probably didn't discover that site until 1998 or 1999. Looking back it's funny how the decision to shave my head seemed as tough, if not tougher, than just about any other decision I have ever made. And it was just friggin' hair! I have literally shaved my head over 5000 times since making that decision and it just seems so funny looking back at how I debated and hedged and procrastinated, and then even tried it out for a week before giving it up and waiting another year before making the permanent change.
A lot of us have done that.
-
Now that Im fairly comfortable with my slyness.... Its time to work on the beard.
It's pretty awesome as is.
-
Trying to resurrect a thread. After shaving it off in February, I've been letting the beard grow longer again.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.yuku.com%2Fimage%2Fjpg%2Fdd0264a68878d7800f495a14063092f9a31b99da_r.jpg&hash=a386feb59a70d11517beb3214f869abfd616524c)
-
Looks good. How long are you planning to go?
-
Looks good, Imaginary.
-
Thanks guys. No real plans on length yet.
-
Great beard.
-
Add another vote of approval imaginary. I don't have plans for specific length either. I just know I'm not cutting my beard any time soon because I regretted cutting it a few months back.
-
Great looking beard Imaginary, I like the length now and how you trimmed it down in front of your ears.
-
Thanks guys.
-
The full beard is 10 months old today. Hasn't changed a whole lot lately, except for getting greyer.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F7e6c0afd420c9cd529d899e037d3778f_zpscbefb723.jpg&hash=52a166d9383fdaf79d59a8c12af259b2c7b675c2)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2Fc4103021cc997c3e1ed9570a0577c54b_zps409656b6.jpg&hash=d3dfca8c4f53774dc0b322de7e6725fb6c8ddc7f)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2Ff60a3e5fc095d475104f53caddd5b030_zps65ef941c.jpg&hash=4d6a2547adad8229c2f64b91ccdc8498badf99da)
-
Looks good, Razor.
-
I've always thought the gray looks great - lots of character. So is the beard permanent do you think?
-
Looks nice, I like the colors of it.
-
Looks terrific Razor!
-
Like the beard, Razor.
-
I've always thought the gray looks great - lots of character. So is the beard permanent do you think?
Probably. Occasionally I find myself missing the goatee -- which is crazy because it really hasn't gone anywhere. :/O. But when I put the before and after photos side by side, I usually end up liking the full beard better. So for now, the beard stays. Down the road, if I get the itch to change things up, who knows?
-
Beard looks great, Razor. Glad to hear it gets to stay around a while longer
-
Thanks, guys.
-
Very nice Razor X, why do you shave your cheeks?
Steve
-
Because I don't want a beard up to my eyeballs.
-
One thing I was gong to post, in addition to the awesome coloring, is how impeccably trimmed Razor's beard is. I need to shave my cheeks as well or it'll all be pretty ragged.
-
The beard looks great, Razor!
-
The beard looks great Razor, but why do your eyes look so sad? :'(
-
The beard looks great Razor, but why do your eyes look so sad? :'(
I wasn't aware that they looked sad.
-
My latest beard style, trimmed back a bit:
-
Looks good. I think trimming it a bit has made it look a bit fuller.
-
Trimmed back looks really good. Like the handlebar, too.
-
Luzca bien.
-
:)
-
AWESOME!~
-
Some amazing beards on here, here is mine
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi2.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fy19%2FBobJ%2FE599F887-A6F8-4C0D-8261-150C99B1C86A.jpg&hash=74c5c2c8f5fdab501a87c287aef97ba40f4dd60a)
-
Waw Mike, that is some awesome beard!!!
-
Waw Mike, that is some awesome beard!!!
Thanks, it is still growing too, trying to see how long it will get :D
-
I guess you would be gutted to cut it! How long has it taken to get that long?
-
I guess you would be gutted to cut it! How long has it taken to get that long?
It's complicated, been growing a beard since 2010, but up until last December I had a goatee, decided to grow the sides out, which is what you see today.
The beard part has been untrimmed for just over 2 years, sides nearly a year, I don't intend to shave again, unless it is for slyness!
-
Here's mine currently.
-
Awesome beards Slybeard and Mike! In fact, there have been numerous terrific beards in this thread.
-
Gaining a lot of length, AJ. How long to you plan to go with it.
-
Here's mine currently.
Nice! O0
-
Very nice.
-
Looks Great, AJ!
-
Wow, AJ! That beard seems to have grown quickly!
-
wow AJ and QBall: Those are some epic beards. IF you ever decided to cut them please do it as part of a fund raiser. I have seen some guys raise some serious money for childhood cancer or Men's Cancer by participating in a sponsored head or beard shave!
-
Thanks guys!
SlyBeard: I don't know. I'll just continue to let it grow and see how it looks from there. I'm around 3 inches now give or take a little depending on the location. I continue to get compliments on it.
Thanks for letting me know that BBBA. That is a great idea.
-
Looks great AJ, keep on growing!
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs10.postimg.org%2Fgzlschkrt%2FFull_Size_Render.jpg&hash=5cd9e36f05ac4180f725f4623f5c584fe33de94e) (http://postimage.org/)
Not sure on this posting a pic thing.....lets see if this works...
Edit* OMG it came out to big lol and could the dome be ANY shinier? jeez....
-
Nice beard, baldtxn!
-
AJ, Your beard looks awesome. I love it. It is nice and full. It looks great on You.
-
Thanks Joe! Good looking beard baldtxn!
-
Some great beards on here, beard on gents!
-
Agreed. This is about as far as far as I'm going to take mine ...
-
Quite impressive, Mr. Jules. It is a good looking stopping point.
-
Quite impressive, Mr. Jules. It is a good looking stopping point.
Thank you ! Gonna have a little trim tonight at the barber's.
-
Agreed. This is about as far as far as I'm going to take mine ...
For now. ;)
-
Agreed. This is about as far as far as I'm going to take mine ...
Looks FANTASTIC, my good man!! I'm very impressed (not that you need my approval - lol)! Hope that trim is super light.
Been quite some time since I've posted, myself. Thought I'd share my own progress. Hope everyone has been doing well. I see some great beards on here!
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs21.postimg.org%2Fuxq5g6cbb%2FIMG_20141024_171552.jpg&hash=b26ddbce251e0c174a60672d8c23460d0d261c86) (http://postimage.org/)
-
Looks great, Natedawg. Welcome back.
-
DAWG! Welcome back.
Misanthropic Humanist, indeed. Is that supposed to be ironic?
Red
-
Welcome back, Nate!
-
My beard... About 3 weeks or so of growth.
-
No picture :(
Red
-
Thanks, fellas!
DAWG! Welcome back.
Misanthropic Humanist, indeed. Is that supposed to be ironic?
Red
Hullo, Red! Yes it is, but it's pretty much also true about me. I'm unnecessarily complex and hypocritical like that. :/O
-
Good to see you back, Natedawg!! --also back to your original name O0
The beard is looking good.
-
Feeling inspired by the mighty beardage! It's a sunny day in Oregon and I'm having a good beard day. Going for the Billy Gibbons look (eventually) O:O
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi115.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fn282%2Fvashjustvash%2Fsunny.jpg&hash=8321d9784723ee46d8198af3b5e44c69a1c09361)
It has been awhile since I read this thread! But I am being seriously inspired to get my beard even longer than I had mine before. But I do have to ask Vash this question....Did you happen to attend the World Beard and Mustache Competition in Portland this past weekend? I actually was there and had a blast!
-
I don
-
I don't get this. November is the month where things get a little beardy and men dare to challenge the matriarchy by dabbling with the start of a beard, yet where I work beards are being killed left and right right now. A lot of them are the stupid reasons men give for caving because they don't really want it to begin with, one guy blameda trimming accident, but most others shaved to participate in No Shave November. That seems so unbelievably pointless! Why shave a perfectly good beard to celebrate beards? If this month is to give men on a short leash some confidence in choosing to be themselves shouldn't a bearded guy use this asa chance to grow longer than they normally would? Why backtrack? Even witha full month hair only grows about a half incha month!
-
I don't get this. November is the month where things get a little beardy and men dare to challenge the matriarchy by dabbling with the start of a beard, yet where I work beards are being killed left and right right now. A lot of them are the stupid reasons men give for caving because they don't really want it to begin with, one guy blameda trimming accident, but most others shaved to participate in No Shave November. That seems so unbelievably pointless! Why shave a perfectly good beard to celebrate beards? If this month is to give men on a short leash some confidence in choosing to be themselves shouldn't a bearded guy use this asa chance to grow longer than they normally would .? Why backtrack? Even witha full month hair only grows about a half incha month!
I don't understand why people do this either :(
-
They may not have shaved for "No Shave November". They may have shaved for "Mo-Vember" in which everyone is supposed to start off the month clean shaven and grow a mustache "Mo" all month long to bring awareness to Men's health issues.
-
They may not have shaved for "No Shave November". They may have shaved for "Mo-Vember" in which everyone is supposed to start off the month clean shaven and grow a mustache "Mo" all month long to bring awareness to Men's health issues.
I've never seen anyone treat November as a month to grow a mustache alone. It's just strange how this is amateur beard month and I see more beards being killed than started.
-
My winter beard. This is the longest I've managed to keep a beard. In the past I've gotten frustrated or made a trimming mistake which led to me shaving it all off. Thanks to you guys, I have avoided my typical errors and have heeded your advice:
I have resisted the urge to trim it.
I have ignored a recent mistake shaving my cheeks - one side was much lower than the other; I left it alone and it evened itself out.
I have ignored my wife's negative comments and it seems like she has come around!
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs22.postimg.org%2Fqm582audt%2Fimage1.jpg&hash=6e897d658a4f990eaf1105d6022084b8192d94b6) (http://postimage.org/)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs27.postimg.org%2F57i2t1y9f%2Fimage2.jpg&hash=801fadb9008abbc425ed8e0d5181585d7177d01a) (http://postimage.org/)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs30.postimg.org%2Ff7ejbd5qp%2Fimage3.jpg&hash=e04ace6dd7c2defe8e7dca4c11d0f40a2f5821dc) (http://postimage.org/)
-
Man! That beard looks good! Good job sticking to it.
I'm trying to do the same, although it's not nearly as thick as yours. I get annoyed with the stray hairs that stick out from the rest, but I'm trying to resist the urge to snip them so I can continue to grow it thicker.
-
Hey, Mike, that looks good! I trimmed mine back a little bit recently so I could get refitted for my respirator at work. Now that that's done...I plan to go the whole month of December without beard trimming. so no barbershop visits for a while!
-
Mike E.P., that is one heck of a good looking beard you are sporting.
-
Looks great, Mike. I've made the same mistake with uneven cheek lines. I don't think anyone else has ever noticed.
Make a commitment to keep it until spring -- and then reevaluate where you want to go from there.
-
Good looking beard Mike!!
-
Thanks, gents!
-
This is the current status of my beard. This is the fullest I've ever had it, but as you can see, it's still a little light below the ears. I'm gonna keep it going and hopefully that will eventually fill out.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs12.postimg.org%2F9o95as07x%2F2014_11_30_05_53_18.jpg&hash=52c081a6d8fe9fb87959bfd42ba80757074c6961) (http://postimage.org/)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs12.postimg.org%2Fyg8ri0hel%2F2014_11_30_05_53_22.jpg&hash=dec9a3b6634beca03cc77ad62bdf0c6385d034cb) (http://postimage.org/)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs12.postimg.org%2Ftk54qbh99%2F2014_11_30_05_53_26.jpg&hash=137f110e1277d8d6b4542785dce665451688b3f6) (http://postimage.org/)
-
.
-
Looks great, suits you well
-
The beard does look really good DOC. That area high on the cheeks is always the last to fill in for me and then area I usually botch trying to trim.
-
Its been a while since I posed an updated photo, so here is my latest:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs16.postimg.org%2Fbhr633uj9%2F2014_11_29_IMG_0731.jpg&hash=14f1572419496c934b79a35f6ffab2946adb0294) (http://postimage.org/)
-
Compliments on the recent beard pics, sly, DOC and Mike...
-
Thanks friends!
-
Nice beards, guys! Slybeard, nice touch with the handlebar!
-
Sly beard, that is one awesome beard. And the handlebars are great, too!
-
Updating the beard pics. this is from the weekend.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs30.postimg.org%2Fw3efyudgx%2FIMG_1218.jpg&hash=67620269b6469719dfae726b4873f2c0d49a7ac8) (http://postimage.org/)
-
Goddamn that's a grown out beard! Looking good looking good.
-
Looks great!
-
i want to say hi to all crazy beardmen and this rap about beard from me to all of you :D
girls love bald men with beard :D
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7mvqAEe58oM (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7mvqAEe58oM)
-
That part at the end with the little boy is pretty funny.
-
Very impressive, Baldtxn.
-
A quick update of my face fur. A few months down the road and the full beard is coming along nicely. Glad I took the advice some of you fine bald gents and stuck with it.
-
Nice Adam, filling out nice and full!
-
Looking good, Adam! The handlebar is a nice touch, too!
-
Adam, you have grown a very good looking beard, congratulations.
-
That beard's awesome on you, Baldtxn. Adam, very nice - love the handlebars.
I'm almost on week 12 on the beard. These pictures were taken at my daughter's dance recital Saturday. When I look at the pics, it doesn't look like me. This is the longest I've ever gone and I have the urge to trim or shave. I am trying to resist because the last time I tried to grow the beard and felt like this I shaved it off and then regretted it.
I feel like it's starting to look sloppy and my wife says I'm looking like Kris Kringle in "Santa Claus is Coming to Town" before he got old and fat!
Any words of advice? I think I want to thin it out or trim it.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs16.postimg.org%2Fod1yl5frp%2Fme_and_kate1.jpg&hash=54ccc4ce2953cfcf31e6edebacd3caf772bc3e27) (http://postimage.org/)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs11.postimg.org%2F4jtwbqlsz%2Fme_and_kate2.jpg&hash=a83804e57fea22d648389309e6586540145b0b69) (http://postimage.org/)
-
I would leave it just as it is, looks great.
-
I think you have options. The length now is fine, but I think a slight trim would look equally good.
-
Baldtxn,
LOOKS AWESOME!!!!
-
Looks good Mike! Maybe to satisfy that urge, trim the sides a little but definitely keep the length on the chin!
-
Looks great Mike! You definitely have density in yours too. Maybe a little trim would look fine but looks good as it is as tobler and DOC have mentioned.
-
Congrats, Mike. I always suggest to guys to grow longer than your first thought, and then look back a photos to see where you like it best to make a trimming decision. A lot of guys discover they like a longer beard once they try it.
-
My first selfie of 2015. Playing around with the camera function on my new MacBook Pro.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F5b2c531a53ee2c7f58470118e50e2dfb_zps9adb16c2.jpg&hash=6c8826812bc5c2c374b332d76aa34ac4a0a6e0e5)
-
Looking good! You should smile more often. O0
-
Most of my smiling pics are not very good.
-
Looking good, Razor.
-
Looks great, Rob, and so does the smile. Happy new year!
-
Razor, nice pic! You should do one with the glasses!
-
Great pic Razor
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ftapatalk.imageshack.com%2Fv2%2F15%2F01%2F02%2Ff58ba39f7bd791fc35ec0203840e389e.jpg&hash=eeea61d357d0831e6893928ba44cbcd77c228b3b)Haven't been on this forum in months. Decided not to show my face til I had something to contribute.
-
Looks good Razor! Man, I envy your color pattern!
Raulski, that is one grown out beard!
-
That is a great full beard Raulski, great even coverage!
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ftapatalk.imageshack.com%2Fv2%2F15%2F01%2F02%2Ff58ba39f7bd791fc35ec0203840e389e.jpg&hash=eeea61d357d0831e6893928ba44cbcd77c228b3b)Haven't been on this forum in months. Decided not to show my face til I had something to contribute.
Wow!
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ftapatalk.imageshack.com%2Fv2%2F15%2F01%2F02%2Ff58ba39f7bd791fc35ec0203840e389e.jpg&hash=eeea61d357d0831e6893928ba44cbcd77c228b3b)Haven't been on this forum in months. Decided not to show my face til I had something to contribute.
Raulski, welcome back! Wow, that is impressive!
-
Certainly giving me something to aim for!
I've never really rated big beards before but let mine get slightly longer for the xmas and now I'm gonna continue. Here's then to now. Not much of a change but big for me!
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ftapatalk.imageshack.com%2Fv2%2F15%2F01%2F02%2Ff58ba39f7bd791fc35ec0203840e389e.jpg&hash=eeea61d357d0831e6893928ba44cbcd77c228b3b)Haven't been on this forum in months. Decided not to show my face til I had something to contribute.
Awesome beard!!
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ftapatalk.imageshack.com%2Fv2%2F15%2F01%2F02%2Ff58ba39f7bd791fc35ec0203840e389e.jpg&hash=eeea61d357d0831e6893928ba44cbcd77c228b3b)Haven't been on this forum in months. Decided not to show my face til I had something to contribute.
Wow, Raulski, you seem to have a lot to contribute! It looks awesome. Do you plant to continue growing?
-
Actually, my wife isn't a fan & I talked her into letting me see in the new year with it. Now we've both compromised & I'm going to have it trimmed & neatened up.
To be honest I used to shave with straight razor & I really enjoyed it so I'm fairly open to the idea of shaving daily again some time soon. But I do love the beard. This is the dilemma I face! :)
-
That is quite a beard, raulski! I don't think I could stand having mine that long!
-
Raulski!
WOW... amazing!!!
-
Haven't been on this forum in months. Decided not to show my face til I had something to contribute.
Very impressive, Raulski.
-
Not much of a change but big for me!
Looks good on you, BeardBald.
-
Great looking beard Raulski. Glad that you had a chance to grow it and enjoy it for awhile.
-
Beardbald, I think your beard is looking very nice, I must say!
\
-
Thanks Tobler. Loving the feel of it at the mo. Can't wait to see how it goes. shame about the grey!
-
Absolutely no shame in the gray ;)
-
The grey gives a beard character.
-
Yay!
-
I have more character than I need. :-\
-
I'm all character! 8)
-
Nice beards beardbald and Raulski!
-
14 weeks in on the beard, 18 months on the 'stache, almost 4 years on the sly.....
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs24.postimg.org%2Fla60i1mc5%2FIMG_3497.jpg&hash=f138693498dc964d3bad0c64725210da066921be) (http://postimage.org/)
-
You have awesome looking beards AJ Cueball and Sailor 61. Wish I could grow a thicker beard like you guys have.
The beards look awesome with the sly dome.
Happy New Year
-
AJ Q-Ball
Your beard is pretty AWESOME also.
-
Some amazing beards on this thread O0
-
14 weeks in on the beard, 18 months on the 'stache, almost 4 years on the sly.....
Very impressive, sir!
-
Certainly giving me something to aim for!
I've never really rated big beards before but let mine get slightly longer for the xmas and now I'm gonna continue. Here's then to now. Not much of a change but big for me!
Guys who break through the "comfort zone" of being barely bearded with a dusting of stubble usually seem to find themselves discovering what you have discovered: real beards are awesome. Just make sure you avoid the temptations of doing something stupid with the beard "I'm going to shave it to look like a lightning bolt!" and when it gets too long for your liking DON'T SHAVE IT BACK DOWN TO STUBBLE. A lot of guys completely miss the point that a beard is made from hair and can literally be maintained at whatever length you want. i.e. if you like it at 2" and reach 3" then cut it back to 2" instead of a 1/512".
-
Actually, my wife isn't a fan & I talked her into letting me see in the new year with it. Now we've both compromised & I'm going to have it trimmed & neatened up.
To be honest I used to shave with straight razor & I really enjoyed it so I'm fairly open to the idea of shaving daily again some time soon. But I do love the beard. This is the dilemma I face! :)
DANGER! DANGER!
I am afraid that you are compromising your beard to a woman who has been programmed to hate beards because of their being distinctly male characteristics and therefore offensive to the matriarchy. I fear for this beard because when men and women compromise this is how it works:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZIy_k4PiU8 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZIy_k4PiU8)
-
14 weeks in on the beard, 18 months on the 'stache, almost 4 years on the sly.....
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs24.postimg.org%2Fla60i1mc5%2FIMG_3497.jpg&hash=f138693498dc964d3bad0c64725210da066921be) (http://postimage.org/)
Damn! Outstanding! Have you ever grown out the beard before?
-
DANGER! DANGER!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZIy_k4PiU8 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZIy_k4PiU8)
Heh, I remember that sequence. "Klingon Opera" is now a synonym for "compromise by capitulation".
-
DANGER! DANGER!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZIy_k4PiU8 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZIy_k4PiU8)
Heh, I remember that sequence. "Klingon Opera" is now a synonym for "compromise by capitulation".
I watched that show live as it aired and never really caught it in reruns so I must have seen that scene when it first aired back in, what, 1993 or 1994? It is so deeply true that it stuck with me, and every once in a while I would search for it on YouTube with no luck. I finally found it about a year ago and post it whenever the need arises.
-
I was going through the history looking at some posts that I had posted when I found that this guy:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ftapatalk.imageshack.com%2Fv2%2F15%2F01%2F02%2Ff58ba39f7bd791fc35ec0203840e389e.jpg&hash=eeea61d357d0831e6893928ba44cbcd77c228b3b)Haven't been on this forum in months. Decided not to show my face til I had something to contribute.
Rocking that outstanding beard wrote this back in January:
Rusty. Your beard rocks. I don't think I have the ability to get it that long but dammit I'm gonna try!
Aside from my advantage of a head start, what the hell does my beard have that yours doesn't? That beard is fantastic! :D
Raulski's post proves a theory of mine that most guys are disappointed with their beards because of bad thoughts in their heads and bad trimming techniques almost all guys seem to adopt (i.e. edging their neckline halfway up their heads) That beard rocks and if you do anything more than a simple trim job to even things out then you are nuts!
Just let it grow and put aside the bad trimming concepts you have in your head and you'll be surprised at how the problems with your beard often have more to do with sabotage from the person on which the beard grows than it does genetics.
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs11.postimg.org%2Futwfb9iyr%2FB62i0y5_IMAISu_BI.jpg&hash=b71264cf786691b4bf10ca857819255bb2121a23) (http://postimage.org/)
Mine is starting to fill out
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs11.postimg.org%2Futwfb9iyr%2FB62i0y5_IMAISu_BI.jpg&hash=b71264cf786691b4bf10ca857819255bb2121a23) (http://postimage.org/)
Mine is starting to fill out
Looks great beardbald O0
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs11.postimg.org%2Futwfb9iyr%2FB62i0y5_IMAISu_BI.jpg&hash=b71264cf786691b4bf10ca857819255bb2121a23) (http://postimage.org/)
Mine is starting to fill out
Great looking beard! You have excellent coverage.
-
Not long enough yet
-
Beard is looking very good there, Mr. Beardbald.
-
Great looking beard. You're going longer, I'm going shorter.
-
14 weeks in on the beard, 18 months on the 'stache, almost 4 years on the sly.....
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs24.postimg.org%2Fla60i1mc5%2FIMG_3497.jpg&hash=f138693498dc964d3bad0c64725210da066921be) (http://postimage.org/)
Awesome beard&stwche!! Compliments!! O0
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs11.postimg.org%2Futwfb9iyr%2FB62i0y5_IMAISu_BI.jpg&hash=b71264cf786691b4bf10ca857819255bb2121a23) (http://postimage.org/)
Mine is starting to fill out
And starting to look great!!! Keep at it!!
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ftapatalk.imageshack.com%2Fv2%2F15%2F01%2F09%2Fc3f4e131cbd237736d5b963c4d5b8b1d.jpg&hash=e6aea627266c933c1e17b41bba1f827d821ee278)
Not even close to long enough... Maybe 3 week's growth
-
I can't believe there isn't a thread on this already!
I will kick it off, I took this picture today when I was trying to gage how long my bead has actually got. I think this is an epic shot of my beard!
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg819.imageshack.us%2Fimg819%2F815%2Fimag0392y.jpg&hash=228546684157ad784f80d9e5f580b1eed13df7a3)
Now it's your turn, show us your beard!
First of all, fellow metalhead m/
Second, sick beard. That's eventually the length I'm looking for.
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ftapatalk.imageshack.com%2Fv2%2F15%2F01%2F09%2Fc3f4e131cbd237736d5b963c4d5b8b1d.jpg&hash=e6aea627266c933c1e17b41bba1f827d821ee278)
Not even close to long enough... Maybe 3 week's growth
We all have to start somewhere, keep growing O0
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.yuku.com%2Fimage%2Fjpg%2F915368fe64c47383757f006d994b1e1eea4ffe1f_r.jpg&hash=ef0f9c08d5abbb4de25c5b4c5d718c3daa3fbabc)
-
Rusty asked if I had ever grown out my beard before...I've had a beard the last 32 or 3 winters but for some foolish reason never had a REAL beard until this year. I've always kept them trimmed to about 1/2 or so - this year I decided to go for the real deal and I'm loving it.
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ftapatalk.imageshack.com%2Fv2%2F15%2F01%2F09%2F2cb7beb753f08615bc245e3984053406.jpg&hash=e83349ee8faad8b0e8a691d16dbe4974746abaf1)
-
Great looking beards guys. Wish I could grow a thicker beard like you guys do. They all look awesome.
-
Great looking beards guys. Wish I could grow a thicker beard like you guys do. They all look awesome.
-
A great sly dome and a good thick goatee or beard is a great look.
-
Took a selfie for twitter moaning about work tomorrow but was pleased with my beard in it!
-
Took a selfie for twitter moaning about work tomorrow but was pleased with my beard in it!
Great picture, beard looks great, as does the slyness!
-
I hadn't shaved today. Nornal service has been resumed
-
My twenty year-old son has beard envy; he has no evidence of being able to grow anything on his face. The potential of facial hair in the near future is questionable. I got him this as a returning to college present. He'll be big man on campus now, for sure.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs30.postimg.org%2Fplai5q9fl%2Fbeard.jpg&hash=58aa530874c6678b32fe02a12707ae62ce5d5fda) (http://postimage.org/)
-
My twenty year-old son has beard envy; he has no evidence of being able to grow anything on his face. The potential of facial hair in the near future is questionable. I got him this as a returning to college present. He'll be big man on campus now, for sure.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs30.postimg.org%2Fplai5q9fl%2Fbeard.jpg&hash=58aa530874c6678b32fe02a12707ae62ce5d5fda) (http://postimage.org/)
You should have waited till April 1st, Mike! :*))
-
A face toupee? :o.
-
Pretty cool Mike. He will get a kick out of it.
Beard is still looking great Razor.
-
-Lots of good posts on here since my last visit! O0
-
I messed up my beard :( lol i went to low on the cheeks my cheeks are not as strong so i lower them and it looks decent...but im sure like many before i had the same questions in mind "dont look even" "need to go lower" etc...so now im waiting for them to grow back.
-
That uneven cheek thing is my downfall. I've ruined my beard a few times. Now I try to resist the urge to do a lot of trimming there.
-
When trimming cheeks (or any other part of the beard), set yourself limits beforehand, and if not even, stop after no more than two attempts. I have the same issue with the top of my sideburns and my hair line. I tend to occasionally take a little off the top of my sideburns when I shave my head. So after a few weeks, I just move the line back up and let it grow back.
-
I messed up my beard :( lol i went to low on the cheeks my cheeks are not as strong so i lower them and it looks decent...but im sure like many before i had the same questions in mind "dont look even" "need to go lower" etc...so now im waiting for them to grow back.
Two points:
1) It might not be possible for the sides to match perfectly. Back in my goatee days I always had trouble making sure the sides matched. It took me over a decade to realize that my face is not symmetrical and that matching up the sides perfectly just wasn't possible. I think the differences were so subtle that no one would have ever noticed (no one ever commented), but I once work with a guy who kept the sides of his goatee so different that I easily noticed it and it always bugged me.
2) I've noticed that a beard can easily look weird if the neckline is too high (like up at the jawline) but they rarely seem to look weird if the cheeklines are too low. They may look less than optimal too low, but rarely bad or weird the way a high neckline looks.
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs11.postimg.org%2Futwfb9iyr%2FB62i0y5_IMAISu_BI.jpg&hash=b71264cf786691b4bf10ca857819255bb2121a23) (http://postimage.org/)
Mine is starting to fill out
Awesome! Keep it going. It always amazes me how often guys with great beard potential take years before they try to grow out a real beard.
-
Grown some more. Thickening now
-
It's looking really great. How far are you going to take it?
-
What makes my cheeks uneven is me messing up lol so when that happens even if its only a little bit its like i have to even it up.
-
It's looking really great. How far are you going to take it?
The aim is this
-
The aim is this
To look surprised?
:)
-
Ha. The beard
-
I haven't posted a beard pic in a while. Here is where mine is these days:
-
Nice. O0
-
Looks great
-
Very nice, Mike. A far cry from when you had that job where they forced you to shave!
-
Looks great Mike!!
-
I haven't posted a beard pic in a while. Here is where mine is these days:
I do like the big sideburns ended abruptly at the shaved head. Keep up the good work, SlyMyke.
-
Mike, the beard looks great!
-
Thanks, guys.
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs10.postimg.org%2Fy4l8u4cuh%2Fimage.jpg&hash=b3af7e745fe9ba14b78bae80ed5e3772287f5ffd) (http://postimage.org/)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs10.postimg.org%2F3ymufc5xl%2Fimage.jpg&hash=07e4ae2606432f1771ff08e299e10ba92486a95c) (http://postimage.org/)
Before and after. I haven't worn a full beard in 20 years but it's starting to fill in.
-
Looks like it's filling in well
-
Looking good, slymyke and Ashlec.
-
Nice beards, guys...Due to a military function, I have to start over again...give me a couple of months.
-
Wow, ashlec, the full beard suits you really, really, well!
-
Thanks guys, it feels really good. I've been Sly now for about 60 days and I think it's a keeper this time.
-
The coloring is great, Ashlec.
-
Thanks guys, it feels really good. I've been Sly now for about 60 days and I think it's a keeper this time.
Looks good!
-
The grey in my beard was ruining it as it was just looking spidery and horrible. It was looking like I had a big bit of spit in my beard. so I've made a change!
-
The grey in my beard was ruining it as it was just looking spidery and horrible.
Looks good, Beardbald.
The gray was the major reason I decided to shave mine back down to just the goat. I wonder what it is about the graying that causes the follicles to change texture and thickness as well.
-
Dunno. Annoys me. Even on. Y chest the gray ia longer and goes in a different direction. Grrr
-
What did you do, Simon? Color it or just trim out the grey?
-
Looks good, Simon. In case you did not know, my beard is colored as well. Mine is almost completely white now.
-
Coloured it.The grey was getting me down today. Looked straggly and was starting to think about going back to my stubble. Loving it now!
Spot the difference.
-
Spot the difference.
Migration?
-
Looks good, Simon. In case you did not know, my beard is colored as well. Mine is almost completely white now.
I did and thought I'd try it, so thank you :)
-
Looks good, Simon. In case you did not know, my beard is colored as well. Mine is almost completely white now.
I did and thought I'd try it, so thank you :)
Ha! There's a big bald spot you can't see in the first!
-
I wonder what it is about the graying that causes the follicles to change texture and thickness as well.
From the Interwebs:
Gray hair is different from pigmented hair in a few key ways, explains the University of Maryland Medical Center. Because it contains little to no melanin, gray hair is thinner and more fragile than pigmented hair. Gray hair also has a thinner cuticle than pigmented hair, which means its outer layer is easily damaged and dehydrated, making gray hair coarse and kinky.
-
Changed my avatar - wont seem to save - testing!
-
I've been letting my beard grow in a bit more than usual...
-
Looks good on you, Tobler.
-
Looking good, Tobler!
-
Nice beards, beardbald and Tobler!
-
Great beards, beardbald and tobler
-
The longer beard length looks good on you, Tobler. Length helps beards to not be so "see through" and look fuller. But I always think more beard length is better.
-
At what stage do you guys recommend tidying up the neck & cheek lines of a full beard? I've heard 4 weeks minimum, 6 weeks ideal?
I'm thinking of trying for a stiletto beard which recommends growing it out for 9-13 weeks:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0BsqUNyb6i4 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0BsqUNyb6i4)
I think I would need to tidy up the neck and cheeks before 9-13 weeks though or I would looks very scruffy.
-
I've never heard of a stilleto beard until now, I like the shape idea, can't really see the point of shaving the two sections in it though, give it a try, you can always change your style.
-
KJK1LL3R, I an not typically a fan of carved beard styles, since they can be high maintenance to keep them looking sharp. But as to trimming a neckline, I normally recommend that as soon as it starts looking scrapy. Depending on where your natural neckline stops, the can be different from guy to guy. It most imprtant thing is to not go too high, about a fingers width above the Adam's Apple. Cheeklines can be left alone for most guys, but if yours are too high or uneven, you can carve them at any time. As to the rest of the beard trimming, I agree with the video to wait until the 9 to 13 week suggestion.
The carving around the soul patch caught my attention. I hear from many guys that have that look naturally and want it to fill in, and guys I know that do not have the gaps want to carve it out.
-
Mine is thickening up
-
Great looking beard, Simon. How many weeks is that?
-
About a month since I last trimmed. Started on the Xmas break.
I remember looking at AJ Q-Ball's beard in his avi and thinking I'll never get that and now I reckon I could do that size! Well I want that kinda size!
Looking at my twitter my old beard was Dec 15 that I trimmed, on the left,Today was the pic when I bought a cap!
-
Looks really great, filling in well beardbald
-
Beard is looking great, Beardbald...making me a wee bit jealous of mine!
-
Thank you :)
-
Beard is looking great, Beardbald...making me a wee bit jealous of mine!
Ha! Cheered me up! I have serious beardenvy at the mo everytime I see a bigger beard, like where I want to get to. The colour has really helped as I did start to think of shaving it as the greymade it look too scruffy for work. It was too wiry compared to the rest and not even
-
What do you guys use to color it? I wished mine didn't have the grey or was all grey.
-
I use a box hair color sold on the ladies isle, I find it does a better job than the "Just For Men" that I previously used, costs less, and has more product in the container. The brand is Revlon Colorsilk.
-
i used just for men
-
They both look awesome, will have to give that some thought.
-
What do you guys use to color it? I wished mine didn't have the grey or was all grey.
Are you kidding me? The variation in your beard is freaking amazing.
-
What do you guys use to color it? I wished mine didn't have the grey or was all grey.
Are you kidding me? The variation in your beard is freaking amazing.
Don't do it! Your beard is great the way it is!
-
What do you guys use to color it? I wished mine didn't have the grey or was all grey.
Are you kidding me? The variation in your beard is freaking amazing.
Don't do it! Your beard is great the way it is!
Maybe I'll wait to let it grow out more then decide. I haven't decided on a style yet, still letting it grow out then I will decide what kind of beard it will be.
-
To be honest if I had your colour beard I wouldn't be dyeing it. Mine is starting to go grey and just looked like I had food caught in it
-
It's probably that I'm a wee bit OCD..LoL. I have always liked things to be symmetric so the color variation in my beard kind of bugs me. It's always been like that though, even before it turned Grey. My Dad had black hair and my Mother was a red head. My hair was always dark brown but my beard was mixed black and red. The red is what has turned grey...kind or weird.
-
Don't feel lonely, we have another long-time member (you know who you are) who's also in the "My Beard is Freaking Awesome But I'm the Only One Who Can't See That" Club. ;)
-
Don't feel lonely, we have another long-time member (you know who you are) who's also in the "My Beard is Freaking Awesome But I'm the Only One Who Can't See That" Club. ;)
lol... I know who it is. He had a great goatee, but has an even more awesome beard!
-
Another update!
-
Looks great beardbald!
-
Don't feel lonely, we have another long-time member (you know who you are) who's also in the "My Beard is Freaking Awesome But I'm the Only One Who Can't See That" Club. ;)
:D :D
-
:D :D
/bell-rings-repeatedly
-
I've seen a lot of great beards by joining this forum.
-
Don't feel lonely, we have another long-time member (you know who you are) who's also in the "My Beard is Freaking Awesome But I'm the Only One Who Can't See That" Club. ;)
:D :D
Haha he does know who he is. O0
I still think we should do to RazorX's beard the same thing people do with those old Victorian homes that prevent their homeowners from demolishing them. :*)) I only visit this site occasionally and I always wonder when I arrive "Did RazorX finally learn to love his genetic blessings or did he cut it off and throw it in the trash?"
-
Another update!
Damn man, I told you so. That beard is freaking outstanding. I've got beard envy on how thick it is.
-
Brand new beard. I could never grow one when I was younger. But, the older I got the hairier I became. So hear I am! BBC with a beard.
-
Another update!
Damn man, I told you so. That beard is freaking outstanding. I've got beard envy on how thick it is.
Cheers mate! Getting there!!Like I said to you, yours was one of the pics (posted a few pages back) that made me think I wanna beard like THAT
-
Good start Socknoggle, now just let it grow. Be patient and before you know you will have an awesome beard.
-
Brand new beard. I could never grow one when I was younger. But, the older I got the hairier I became. So hear I am! BBC with a beard.
Join the club. I could not grow a full beard before my mid 40's. I am trying to make up for all those lost years now.
-
Bad selfie taken at lunch of my unruly and unkempt winter beard. It's likely coming off over the weekend.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs10.postimg.org%2F60f8qyyex%2FIMG_1502.jpg&hash=809ae2a5a8f9043b80c0704576dc352cc53e5aa8) (http://postimage.org/)
-
Slybear- no, it looks good! But I know - it may feel unkempt. I let mine get pretty big and for a while it felt good feeling unkempt. But then, I couldn't live with it any longer. My beard is now trimmed and tidy. It will be coming off in the spring.
-
Bad selfie taken at lunch of my unruly and unkempt winter beard. It's likely coming off over the weekend.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs10.postimg.org%2F60f8qyyex%2FIMG_1502.jpg&hash=809ae2a5a8f9043b80c0704576dc352cc53e5aa8) (http://postimage.org/)
Is winter over already? ???
-
In the deep south, we have been hitting the upper 60's & 70's every afternoon this week. May have hit 80 one day.
-
Is winter over already? ???
It was 81º here on Wednesday. :)
But that was actually unusually warm -- we're averaging in the 50's.
The reason I'm thinking of taking it off isn't because what-passes-for-winter here in Austin is over, but because I may be job interviewing next week and for that I'd like to neaten up.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs16.postimg.org%2F3yrb0m8k5%2FIMG_1476.jpg&hash=faae6f22cd8a15451b8654b4ab38cccbb3caef57) (http://postimage.org/)
-
Wait, Slybear.... don't shave it off just yet. First, maybe just tidy it all up and see what you think. -although I do understand about the interview thing.
-
Loki g good Socknoggle. Sly ears, I like your awesome looking beard.
-
I'm sure mine has stopped growing! Grrrr!
-
No, it did not stop beardbald. It just becomes increasingly difficult to notice the growth the longer it gets. When you go from a one week beard to a two week beard, the length doubles and it is obvious. When you go from a 8 week beard to a 9 week beard, the eye cannot see the difference.
-
I'm sure mine has stopped growing! Grrrr!
Mine did that for a bit, but it did start again.
-
Another week of beard growing done!
-
Looks great, are you trying to make the same face as in your avatar?
-
beard is growing ;D
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs14.postimg.org%2Foyduh7cip%2FWP_20150207_003.jpg&hash=7aeb3775ecce38ea825e642d6bb5ac215ee4f89e) (http://postimage.org/)
-
Beard is looking good, slybald.
-
Beard is looking good, slybald.
thnx man :)
-
Agreed. The beard looks good on you!
-
Looks good Slybald
-
thnx to all of you :)
-
Slybald, the beard really suits you!
-
Beard is looking great sly bald.
-
Here is mine. I trimmed the cheek-line this morning. Am looking a bit shaggy as I want to thicken up the beard and drop the neck-line a bit. My busy season at work goes another month so I will let it grow until then before cleaning it up.
-
I like the gray. It looks great.
-
I haven't posted a beard pic in a while. Here is where mine is these days:
That's a great looking beard, and a great looking bald head! O0
-
Thanks, Z! I keep thinking I'm going to trim it, but can't bring myself to. It is getting a little wild lately, but I'm liking it.
-
Thanks, Z! I keep thinking I'm going to trim it, but can't bring myself to. It is getting a little wild lately, but I'm liking it.
So there's nomreason to trim!!
by the way: anybody told you you have a beautiful head shape?
-
Thanks for the compliment. I was worried about my head shape before I shaved it, but found that the things I thought would stand out and look bad we're not even that noticeable.
-
Thanks for the compliment. I was worried about my head shape before I shaved it, but found that the things I thought would stand out and look bad we're not even that noticeable.
Yeah, they are. We just didn't want to say anything. 😈
-
It's probably that I'm a wee bit OCD..LoL. I have always liked things to be symmetric so the color variation in my beard kind of bugs me. It's always been like that though, even before it turned Grey. My Dad had black hair and my Mother was a red head. My hair was always dark brown but my beard was mixed black and red. The red is what has turned grey...kind or weird.
I feel your pain.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2Fd4fe85e05f846128fbadc4c0fc010d07_zps76397b5a.jpg&hash=34018018b9a9adcf1835e3419b63aa3183fd8d74)
-
Razor, I think the colour change in your beard looks great, like how it appears to taper into the bottom of your chin.
-
Razor, you know how I feel about your beard.
-
Thanks for the compliment. I was worried about my head shape before I shaved it, but found that the things I thought would stand out and look bad we're not even that noticeable.
Yeah, they are. We just didn't want to say anything. 😈
oh, I see how you are! lol D!u!
-
Razor, I think the colour change in your beard looks great, like how it appears to taper into the bottom of your chin.
f
Thanks. It took me quite a while to come to terms with the "color change." 😉
-
Razor, your beard still looks awesome. I really like and the 2 tone color. I like the way you are keep g it well groomed.
-
If I had more grey I'd keep mine natural, plus my normal hair colour is a bit "meh" anyway.
So freshly dyed = time for an update
-
I want to have beard too but it won't grow naturally because of my DNA. I don't know if beard will suit me or not. I like goatee too :'(
-
slymeke, Your beard looks awesome. It looks great with your sly dome.
-
Razor, i like the grey in it buddy. Awesome look
-
Razor, i like the grey in it buddy. Awesome look
Thank you.
-
slymeke, Your beard looks awesome. It looks great with your sly dome.
Thanks, Joe!
-
check out guys my beard does it fits me?some people telling me that it does but some of them that i must shave it
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fa.pix.ge%2Fe%2Fj5sut.jpg&hash=6f2352d752aff82eadb4f94039c570902e1d90a8) (http://pix.ge/)
-
check out guys my beard does it fits me?some people telling me that it does but some of them that i must shave it
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fa.pix.ge%2Fe%2Fj5sut.jpg&hash=6f2352d752aff82eadb4f94039c570902e1d90a8) (http://pix.ge/)
Looks great, do you like it? It's all that matters :)
-
I think the beard very much suits you.
-
Keep it, Slybaldguys. It looks good O0
-
Keep it, it is not unusual for family and friends to be negative when guys grow a beard, almost the same reaction to shaving our heads. In time, they will adjust and like it.
-
Thnx guys I'll definetly keep it
-
Time for an update! Whaddya reckon - how am I doing!
-
Looks great, is the moustache curling a bit?
-
Looks awesome beardbald. Very thick and full.
-
Time for an update! Whaddya reckon - how am I doing!
Now that's impressive ! Great coverage. Keep up the good work.
-
Wow. Very nice!
-
Cheers guys, I'm not quite at AJ Q-Ball's profile picture yet but I'm chasing its tail
-
Time for an update! Whaddya reckon - how am I doing!
I like it very much!
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ftapatalk.imageshack.com%2Fv2%2F15%2F03%2F19%2F477b017229c675ced5bd45056dfd6c63.jpg&hash=a0ea6d53f0bd66f50a2317dfe1f66b216ed00e0b)
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ftapatalk.imageshack.com%2Fv2%2F15%2F03%2F19%2F477b017229c675ced5bd45056dfd6c63.jpg&hash=a0ea6d53f0bd66f50a2317dfe1f66b216ed00e0b)
WOW! O0
-
Time for an update! Whaddya reckon - how am I doing!
Wow that beard's more awesome every time I see it. I'm glad to see you've kept it. From what I see in normal day to day life guys will launch into a beard project, love it, and then shave it off entirely for no real reason whatsoever.
Do you feel bearded yet or does the beard still feel like a foreign object on your face?
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ftapatalk.imageshack.com%2Fv2%2F15%2F03%2F19%2F477b017229c675ced5bd45056dfd6c63.jpg&hash=a0ea6d53f0bd66f50a2317dfe1f66b216ed00e0b)
Awesome progress there and nice shape too! It's almost like the beard has literally turned your world upside down! ;D
-
Rusty, im converted to beard for life. Love it!
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ftapatalk.imageshack.com%2Fv2%2F15%2F03%2F19%2F477b017229c675ced5bd45056dfd6c63.jpg&hash=a0ea6d53f0bd66f50a2317dfe1f66b216ed00e0b)
Looks great Raulski.
-
Great beard Raulski
-
Raulski...
Looking great!
-
So yesterday I went to the barbers and had a trim. Mainly because nearly three months of growing meant I had no shape to my beard and as I want to continue to grow it, it needed to be tamed so that it looks like the beard I want it to be. The barber had a bald head and beard himself and I had a chat first, which meant I trusted him.
I'm really really pleased and as I left the barbers, two guys walked past me and they said "that's an awesome beard". I was well chuffed!
So now I've found a local barber to keep it maintained, and they also stock some beard products, I now have a personal beard guru to give me advice and keep my ever growing beard in tip top condition.
Here's an updated pic :)
-
Looks excellent, beardbald! O0
-
thank you :-)
-
Raulski and beardbald, thanks for the beard updates! Nice Job! Dober Daddy, you should enter a beard competition!
-
Whoa, gentlemen.
Raulski and Beardbald, those are awesome.
-
Looks great beardbald
-
Looks great gentlemen!!
-
Good find, beardbald. It ids not often one can find a barber that is good with a beard.
-
Had a play round with my beard today, mainly to annoy my colleagues that hate it! :*))
-
That style really looks good on you, Beardbald.
-
Looks great, the waxed moustache especially so
-
Had a play round with my beard today, mainly to annoy my colleagues that hate it! :*))
Like the handlebars !
-
ha ha i don't. only messed around
-
Looking great, gentlemen! O0 Some of these beards are mighty impressive.
I don't have any real updates on mine. My wife just trimmed it up recently, cuz it was getting a little crazy (aka mountain man-style), so progress has taken a hit for the sake of beauty. ;D
I wish I could also find a barber that is good with beards. That would be awesome. There are literally only a few shops in my area, and none seem that experienced with full, longer beards. Few men in this part of the country grow them that way...
-
Newly minted bald guy, long time beard grower reporting.
This is 7 months worth of beard now.
pleasant approachable guy pic:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1358.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fq776%2FAutoX-FIB%2FBald_zpsb4tyamsx.jpg&hash=a5d694ce72f4170c85001ca1052187d912ea8264)
Cold stare, bad @$$ pic:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1358.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fq776%2FAutoX-FIB%2FBHMF_zpste6ixda2.jpg&hash=76dc52588b1403ba6f649ea7c0b16d06ecbcbb63)
The later is what a favorite beard facebook group I am a member of would refer to as a "bald headed mother "F**ker". LOL
I just shaved on Friday night for the first time but I plan to keep this up. My goal is to keep the beard until HR at my office job tells me to trim it, or until I hit a "yeard" which would be Labor Day this year. Hopefully the later happens.
-
Looks fantastic, Contra!
-
Looks great
-
Excellent beard, Contradiction.
-
Nice looking beard to go with your newly sly dome, Contradiction.
-
Contra... looks awesome.
-
Looks great.
Roger
-
Great beard contradiction. I've just gone passed my 3 month stage and have beard envy
-
3.5 month update!
-
Great progress in a short amount of time!
-
Cheers Razor, not where I want to be yet!
-
3.5 month update!
Growing a great looking beard there!!
-
3.5 month update!
Growing a great looking beard there!!
-
Hopefully it will be great soon!
-
Patience is the key.
-
Simon, it's looking pretty great now!
-
That is awesome progress!!!
-
Excellent looking beard, Beardbald
-
Thanks guys, I really appreciate your comments, gives me the will to go on :) Everyone I know hates it!! :*))
-
Beard is looking great beardbald
-
Thanks guys, I really appreciate your comments, gives me the will to go on :) Everyone I know hates it!! :*))
It looks more impressive every time you post an update.
The latter part of your comment begs the question: why do you know that? I find it highly irritating that if someone dislikes any visual aspect of another person that the social norm is to be polite and keep it to yourself, but for some reason when that thing is a beard people feel like they are EXPECTED to proudly announce their disapproval to such an intense degree that the dumber the comment the better. This is another reason why beards are associated with individualism and ruggedness because few woman and metrosexuals have the ability to tolerate criticism of their chosen style.
-
two days away from four months. Reckon I'm a third of the way on my journey.
-
two days away from four months. Reckon I'm a third of the way on my journey.
Woah, so you're doing The Yeard? Damn you started out as a stubble guy and now you're going hard core bearded O0 If you do hit a beard and get Beard Fatigue just remember you can cut it back to what you have now instead of shaving it off entirely.
-
two days away from four months. Reckon I'm a third of the way on my journey.
Awesome progress!
-
I got challenged to do a youtube vlog on my beard! If you wanna waste 6 mins of your life here it is! Ha ha!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2FlBokIXmLU (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2FlBokIXmLU)
-
That was great, Simon. You're a natural entertainer! I could definitely relate to enjoying combing the beard. I bought myself a nice soft brush and felt just as you do!
-
Great video
-
Today marks 18 months since starting my "six month" full beard experiment. Not a whole lot different from the last update; just a little greyer.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2Faeed87f69c98d67811b8748074ae99a6_zpscqrl2b5t.jpg&hash=3a8121150946f7e180ad0b3ef49ea50453f6d982)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F02760bfa6a8743c1e1007977d87bb228_zpsbrsuc4f0.jpg&hash=ded8c11e94adcbf5563f6c463884abcc71d4c840)
-
Ah, you got to 6 months and just carried on, I guess?
The beard looks great, suits you so well Razor
-
Ah, you got to 6 months and just carried on, I guess?
Pretty much!
-
Yep, getting pretty grey, Razor. But IMHO, the perfect length. Looking good. Now, if your head hair gets more grey, you won't have any shadow at all.
-
Yep, getting pretty grey, Razor.
Yes, I'm catching up with you!
Now, if your head hair gets more grey, you won't have any shadow at all.
I think it has. When I rinse my razor, the stubble that I see in the sink looks pretty grey. Bottom of the sideburns/beginning of the beard is solid white.
-
Looks great - gray and all.
-
You've got a long way to go to catch me, Razor!
-
It seems to happen in spurts. There are periods when there seems to be new grey hairs every morning, and then there are periods where it seems to stabilize. I'm ready to get it over with.
-
The usual accolades. ;)
-
Great beard. Very distinguished, especially with the shaved head. As I move (very slowly) from clipper shaved to razor shaved, I am more curious about facial hair. I am probably a long way from growing such an outstanding beard for myself, but I have the coverage and density to grow something like yours, although it would be 99% white (which is not so bad). maybe I'll try a goatee during a razor shave period this summer.
-
Whoa, Razor!
The marbling of that beard gets more impressive each time you post a picture.
-
Thanks, everyone.
-
Whoa, Razor!
The marbling of that beard gets more impressive each time you post a picture.
Marbling -- now that's a term I haven't heard before! Sounds a whole lot better than greying! :D
-
I got challenged to do a youtube vlog on my beard!
I like it, sir. Very entertaining.
-
Now that I think about it... Have been growing my beard for a while, so I should be entitled to post a pic on this thread too ;-)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs24.postimg.org%2Fj4gycuuol%2Fimage.jpg&hash=607e347220a9b348309357aca1dbfac275ba1add) (http://postimg.org/image/iey60hu4x/full/)
-
Great beard zetaeffe, amazingly smooth head too.
-
Cool beard zetaeffe, awesome shine as well.
-
Cool beard zetaeffe, awesome shine as well.
+1 O0
-
Month 4 achieved! Had a bit of a wobble last week and contemplated shaving it off. That soon passed!
-
Looking good Beardbald. Nicely shaped.
-
Month 4 achieved! Had a bit of a wobble last week and contemplated shaving it off. That soon passed!
Glad to see you didn't, it suits you so well.
-
Celebrating my 51st birthday, needed a change!
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs3.postimg.org%2F63nw4t7ub%2FPhoto_on_4_30_15_at_16_55_2.jpg&hash=3123445c5361f5642f0e608aebd2260e01543efc) (http://postimage.org/)
-
Happy birthday! Great braid and great photo!
-
Wow. Dober Daddy...what a change! Looks good!
-
All beards are looking great guys
-
Celebrating my 51st birthday, needed a change!
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs3.postimg.org%2F63nw4t7ub%2FPhoto_on_4_30_15_at_16_55_2.jpg&hash=3123445c5361f5642f0e608aebd2260e01543efc) (http://postimage.org/)
Looks great.
Roger
-
Razor,
Your beard looks awesome. I like the two tone. Olof and the way that you ardor pong it groomed. It looks awesome with your shiny sly chrome dome.
Hope that you are enjoying this great Spring weather.
-
Celebrating my 51st birthday, needed a change!
Happy birthday!
-
Razor,
Your beard looks awesome. I like the two tone. Olof and the way that you ardor pong it groomed. It looks awesome with your shiny sly chrome dome.
Hope that you are enjoying this great Spring weather.
Thanks.
-
Month 4 achieved! Had a bit of a wobble last week and contemplated shaving it off. That soon passed!
No more wobbles. Always wait at least 48 hours if you get the urge to shave. It gives you time to sober up and come to your senses.
-
I had a trim to give my beard a bit of shape as it was starting to look a bit homeless! Still growing but needed some style
-
Looking good! The trim was a good idea, I think.
-
Still looking good, beardbald.
-
I had a trim to give my beard a bit of shape as it was starting to look a bit homeless! Still growing but needed some style
What did you trim off? As long as a beard is still big after a trim all is good O0
-
Celebrating my 51st birthday, needed a change!
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs3.postimg.org%2F63nw4t7ub%2FPhoto_on_4_30_15_at_16_55_2.jpg&hash=3123445c5361f5642f0e608aebd2260e01543efc) (http://postimage.org/)
That looks awesome! I love the braid. It's been my experience that the length you have it now is about the longest I can truly tolerate. When I unleash mine to hang free it's just too long and gets in the way (kinda like a tie) but when it was that length it was both long and out of the way. I just can't get myself to trim it!
-
I had a trim to give my beard a bit of shape as it was starting to look a bit homeless! Still growing but needed some style
What did you trim off? As long as a beard is still big after a trim all is good O0
Just the sideburns and sides really
-
Great beard zetaeffe, amazingly smooth head too.
Thanks! still really far from a long beard! :-)
-
Cool beard zetaeffe, awesome shine as well.
Thank you slybeard! am a Pro with the shine, but still a beginner with the beard! :-)
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs4.postimg.org%2Fkewbv57cd%2Fimage.jpg&hash=e4656591c5972980f48475b60183614eddee798b) (http://postimg.org/image/q32mm1bop/full/)
Beard update.
-
Beardbald and Zettaefe, Your beards are looking great. They look great with the shaved dome.
-
Great beards gents
-
hi fellows i have t been here for a long time
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs29.postimg.org%2F473xrne3b%2FWP_20150522_009.jpg&hash=ccfc0c0b39ee7beedc5e1a34cff78645ce8530cc) (http://postimage.org/)
-
The beard looks very nice, slybald.
-
Slybald, you beard has really come along well. Looks great with the sly dome.
-
Tnx guys I think confidence is growing along with beard ;D
-
Beard looks great slybald
-
Still going strong with the spade shaped beard, handlebars and optional nose metal (which can be flipped up). And a T-shirt, to go with the 'bars !!
Picture won't rotate !!
-
Welcome back Slybald. You are looking good.
-
Welcome back Slybald. You are looking good.
thnx man happy to see all this sly dudes
-
Looking great Slybald.
I'm still growing - This pic is a couple of weeks ago but think I'm getting to big beard territory now
-
Beard is coming on great beardbald
-
Looking great Slybald.
I'm still growing - This pic is a couple of weeks ago but think I'm getting to big beard territory now
Yes, you are. O0
-
Just a quick update on my facial hair. Had to chop it down a bit for a wedding but got it back to a length I love now and my moustache is at the length I prefer it to be. Just the right length for waxing when the mood takes me, I find its current state 'office friendly'. Also I'm surprised how much thicker the beard has become in the last 28 months.
-
Beard looks good, Adamski.
-
Just a quick update on my facial hair. Had to chop it down a bit for a wedding but got it back to a length I love now and my moustache is at the length I prefer it to be. Just the right length for waxing when the mood takes me, I find its current state 'office friendly'. Also I'm surprised how much thicker the beard has become in the last 28 months.
Looks great!
-
Looks great Adamski
-
Been a while since I posted, but this is the beard today. It's gotten fuller and thicker but blow the ears are is still a little thin. It's a little unkempt today, I need to tidy up some of the stray hairs, but overall I'm liking the fullness and am gonna keep growing it.
And the girls really seem to dig the gray! O0
-
Beard looks great, has come on so much since your avatar.
-
Thanks Mike! Yeah, I've progressively let it grow for the last several months. I just trim out the stray hairs that stick out but I leave the length alone.
-
Looks good DOC.
-
A few weeks ago I mentioned that I was filling in my beard. After about 2 weeks I shaved it back to the goatee, as I had a blind date and it was just too scruffy. I will try it again, maybe in the fall. Photo will show how it was at 2 weeks.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs23.postimg.org%2Fjovm7a697%2FIMG_20150529_084330.jpg&hash=9f455ad9731f9a443fa88d3f57b33059e35e5662) (http://postimage.org/)
-
Looking good, Reddog and DOC!
-
Been a while since I posted, but this is the beard today. It's gotten fuller and thicker but blow the ears are is still a little thin. It's a little unkempt today, I need to tidy up some of the stray hairs, but overall I'm liking the fullness and am gonna keep growing it.
And the girls really seem to dig the gray! O0
I like the extra length.
-
A few weeks ago I mentioned that I was filling in my beard. After about 2 weeks I shaved it back to the goatee, as I had a blind date and it was just too scruffy. I will try it again, maybe in the fall. Photo will show how it was at 2 weeks.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs23.postimg.org%2Fjovm7a697%2FIMG_20150529_084330.jpg&hash=9f455ad9731f9a443fa88d3f57b33059e35e5662) (http://postimage.org/)
Nice!
-
Thanks Sly, Harry, and Razor! I feel like I finally have a real beard, although Razor, I am still envious of yours! O0
Looks good Reddog!
-
Reddog, from your two week photo it looks like you could grow a full beard just as awesome as your circle beard. You have options and can change it up from time to time.
-
Yes, I think it would look good, the weather is pretty hot now, I will try again in the fall.
-
Yes, I think it would look good, the weather is pretty hot now, I will try again in the fall.
I honestly don't notice feel any warmer with a full beard in the summertime. If I were to shave it off in the winter, I'm sure my face would feel a lot colder, but this time of year it really doesn't make any difference. Just sayin'. ;)
-
I'm in Southern California and it gets pretty hot here and I don't really feel much of a difference either in feeling warmer with the beard.
-
A friend emailed this to me today. I thought of you guys immediately.
Is the part of the "Bro Code" of which I keep hearing?
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs28.postimg.org%2Fnenwjqqhp%2Fimage.jpg&hash=30332b11e34ef90968caac904342287cf1f12eba) (http://postimage.org/)
-
Hmmm... I wonder how that works when two sly guys meet, guess whoever has the closest shave!
-
Reddog
Although I've always admired your amazing exact goatee (my wife wants me to shave the full beard down to a goatee but after 49 years of full beard??) but the photo of the fuller beard also looked good. Next fall!
Roger
-
I think you would look good with the goatee, Roger. Why not give it a try? Never hurt to get extra points from the Mrs. And thanks for the compliment.
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs23.postimg.org%2Foatrd6nu3%2FIMG_0197.jpg&hash=a6d2cbc3a5631f9a6429c254303115e14fecda37) (http://postimage.org/)
here's how mine is progressing
EDIT: dunno why its on its side, was right way up before
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs23.postimg.org%2Foatrd6nu3%2FIMG_0197.jpg&hash=a6d2cbc3a5631f9a6429c254303115e14fecda37) (http://postimage.org/)
here's how mine is progressing
Very nice!
-
Looking good, Quiet_Dan
-
Nice coverage, Quiet_Dan! (The glasses are a nice touch, too!)
-
Great full beard Quiet_Dan
-
The beard definitely looks good, Dan.
-
Dan,
Quite impressive!
Steve
-
It may be just a goat, but it finally is growing out again.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs30.postimg.org%2F9q9lp6jsh%2Fimage.jpg&hash=c4f4c39618339219116c495ff20b9413ac57f7aa) (http://postimage.org/)
-
Looks great, Cave Dweller!
-
Looks great Cave Dweller.
-
Cave Dweller, It looks great.
-
The gents are correct. The goatee is looking great!
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs23.postimg.org%2Foatrd6nu3%2FIMG_0197.jpg&hash=a6d2cbc3a5631f9a6429c254303115e14fecda37) (http://postimage.org/)
here's how mine is progressing
EDIT: dunno why its on its side, was right way up before
Beautiful!!
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs23.postimg.org%2Foatrd6nu3%2FIMG_0197.jpg&hash=a6d2cbc3a5631f9a6429c254303115e14fecda37) (http://postimage.org/)
here's how mine is progressing
EDIT: dunno why its on its side, was right way up before
Very nice. Let the beard grow.
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs17.postimg.org%2Ff8n7b8ujj%2Fimage.jpg&hash=d84a764c9e7f5ad09219f5edc9130b176485dfea) (http://postimage.org/)
Beard Update!
-
Most impressive.
-
Very nice, zetaeffe
-
Beards! Wonderful Beards!
-
Lovely beard zetaeffe
-
Nice!
-
Looking great, gentlemen!
-
6.5 weeks into the bearded and bald club!
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs28.postimg.org%2Ffrwkdqobh%2FPhoto_on_6_25_15_at_10_58_3.jpg&hash=25549c6be38c18145bf88b591dc897a6076c156b) (http://postimage.org/)
-
Nice beards, guys!
-
I concur!
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs13.postimg.org%2Fw3caeytqf%2F20150629_200129.jpg&hash=9326e1b88853e90de4df568ad40bea7b0bcfe13d) (http://postimage.org/)
5 weeks of beard.
-
Facebook like !
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs17.postimg.org%2Ff8n7b8ujj%2Fimage.jpg&hash=d84a764c9e7f5ad09219f5edc9130b176485dfea) (http://postimage.org/)
Beard Update!
Nice beard. Together with your earrings quite impressive :)
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs9.postimg.org%2F9lih8e7kv%2FIMG_2895.jpg&hash=944b7f0a598284401e2422bde2ca1379d8466f32) (http://postimage.org/)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs8.postimg.org%2Fosmpqo0p1%2FIMG_20150411_133833.jpg&hash=a77a9e0bb5159840534cc4b689f73529f5d2c5db) (http://postimage.org/)
Not been on for aggggeeesssss,but here i am sporting a beard. Those of you from the UK will know who the person in the 1st pic with me is....
-
So why are you having your beard fondled by Philip Schofield Ian?
-
Ian,
Beard is spectacular!
-
Great beard, Ian. Quite impressive.
-
So why are you having your beard fondled by Philip Schofield Ian?
I had been down to London ITV studios for a 'This Morning' feature on beards,there was 3 of us altogether live on TV,talking to Phil & Holly about the Beard trend going on in Hollywood at the time.
Unfortunately Holly had to go of quickly so no pics taken with her .
A great day & they were both lovely (and very small)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs30.postimg.org%2Fczvvudts1%2FIMG_2889.jpg&hash=57452e5ffc672ced09d27a4faafa38b56c4fb361) (http://postimage.org/)
-
Impressive, Ian.
-
I have reached 7 weeks of shaving my head, but not my face. I received a new pair of glasses yesterday, too! They are my first ever pair with transitions lenses, but so far, I like them!
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs14.postimg.org%2F4cg0d8rf5%2FPhoto_on_7_6_15_at_19_30_3.jpg&hash=9f11319dff9ef8fa91fd8baa1a1b1de816cb254b) (http://postimage.org/)
-
I meant to say "I have reached 8 weeks", but couldn't get the "modify" option to work!
-
Awesome beard Ian!!
-
Great progress Beardog
-
Fantastic beard growth for 8 weeks Beadog. You still look so pleased with yourself, the confidence just oozes.
Roger
-
Nice! O0
-
Been growing this beard long than usual for me and I'm at the do I or don't I trim it stage? Having a wire wool type of beard and it's getting increasingly hard to control. This is the fullest I've every had my beard in 7 years of having one. What do you guys think? Trim or keep going?
-
Well I have to say I was a bit of a twat! I, in a complete moment of madness shaved my beard off. 5 months of growth gone in minutes. I instantly regretted it and have been growing it since.
So here's a pic of how it was. A pic after the shave and how I'm doing five weeks after and I have to say this time I won't be shaving it again.
The good news is it's much thicker this time!
-
I had been wondering what had happened to you, Beardbald.
The sequel is coming in nicely.
-
Adam, My advice is always to go long at least once in your life to see if you like it. So don't trim and give it a shot.
Bradbald, glad to see you back. Beard #2 is progressing well.
-
Well I have to say I was a bit of a twat! I, in a complete moment of madness shaved my beard off. 5 months of growth gone in minutes. I instantly regretted it and have been growing it since.
You'd think some of these veteran beard growers would warn noobs about this. Oh, wait a minute...
I know you've mentioned that a lot of people you interact with believe your face is their property and have told you to shave, so once you shaved did you get the impression from any of them that they felt like they won? That is the part that would bug me the most: knowing that those other people believe that they won.
-
The beard today. Let's see how long I can keep growing it, although I like this length. Getting quite a bit of compliments on the beard and on the greys actually.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs11.postimg.org%2Fe7che079f%2Fimage.jpg&hash=6184ac4be3fe84b67f76c4a8e6d72241f8d4750e) (http://postimage.org/)
-
Very nice, Doc. I think the length suits your face quite excellently.
-
That is a nice length, Doc!
-
Looks really good, Doc.
-
Looking good DOC
-
I like the extra length, Doc. I've been forced to grow mine out a little lately. I usually go to the barber for a trim every two weeks. I can only go on Saturdays and last Saturday it totally slipped my mind -- first time that has ever happened. Today was a very busy day so there was no opportunity to go, so it will have to wait until next week, which will be four weeks without a trim -- an eternity for me. :o :o
-
I like the extra length, Doc. I've been forced to grow mine out a little lately. I usually go to the barber for a trim every two weeks. I can only go on Saturdays and last Saturday it totally slipped my mind -- first time that has ever happened. Today was a very busy day so there was no opportunity to go, so it will have to wait until next week, which will be four weeks without a trim -- an eternity for me. :o :o
Dude, you are slipping!
-
Dude, you are slipping!
I know, right? ;D
If I just stop trimming now for the rest of the year, I could have a nice Santa beard for Christmas. :-\
-
I vary between these two lengths, sometimes when its longer its harder to keep a neat look...
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1097.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fg354%2Fclaydontoby92%2FFullSizeRender_zpssy1fbcal.jpg&hash=08eb4a5035667646528dd2ef4d9a65c24651c59e) (http://s1097.photobucket.com/user/claydontoby92/media/FullSizeRender_zpssy1fbcal.jpg.html)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1097.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fg354%2Fclaydontoby92%2FIMG_3529_zpsqwijt5ft.jpg&hash=9e44e363db74016f1077ce7146d96d692c3bdfe9) (http://s1097.photobucket.com/user/claydontoby92/media/IMG_3529_zpsqwijt5ft.jpg.html)
-
Great beardsToby and Doc
-
Thanks all for the kind words, appreciate it!
Razor, I try to trim every couple of weeks as well, but only to trim off the stray hairs that stick out. The rest I leave alone.
I've been tempted to shave off the mustache, but above my lip. I'd keep the sides that connect to the beard. Thinking about doing something different, but just not sure how that would look. Thoughts? Opinions?
Clay, beard looks good either length.
-
I've been tempted to shave off the mustache, but above my lip. I'd keep the sides that connect to the beard. Thinking about doing something different, but just not sure how that would look. Thoughts? Opinions?
Don't do it.
-
I've been tempted to shave off the mustache, but above my lip. I'd keep the sides that connect to the beard. Thinking about doing something different, but just not sure how that would look. Thoughts? Opinions?
Don't do it.
Agreed. DON'T!
-
The beard today. Let's see how long I can keep growing it, although I like this length. Getting quite a bit of compliments on the beard and on the greys actually.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs11.postimg.org%2Fe7che079f%2Fimage.jpg&hash=6184ac4be3fe84b67f76c4a8e6d72241f8d4750e) (http://postimage.org/)
Nice look and shape!
-
OK, two no opinions. I Googled some photos, not a good look, unless you're Abe Lincoln...or Wolverine. Yeah, not doing it.
-
The beards are looking great guys! I haven't been online in a while, so I thought I would post a current beard pic:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs23.postimg.org%2Fyehx8i71n%2FIMG_2237_1.jpg&hash=23aa428ce38d7798d658cdef38c7f1b85d025a67) (http://postimage.org/)
-
Looks a little longer.
-
Looking good Myke!
-
Looking good Myke!
Thanks, Doc. The extra length looks good on yours too.
-
You beard guys are not going to like this ---- I just read an article written by a men's grooming guru in which he says that the "lumberjack" beards have run their course and men will be going back to clean shaving again starting this Fall!
-
You beard guys are not going to like this ---- I just read an article written by a men's grooming guru in which he says that the "lumberjack" beards have run their course and men will be going back to clean shaving again starting this Fall!
I don't listen to the so called experts. We should all just do what we like. And if the masses go back to clean shaven, we can enjoy standing out and not following the crowd ;)
-
Good to see you back, Mike. The new length looks good on you!
-
Looks good, slymyke.
-
You beard guys are not going to like this ---- I just read an article written by a men's grooming guru in which he says that the "lumberjack" beards have run their course and men will be going back to clean shaving again starting this Fall!
Thank goodness. I hate being accidentally trendy. 8)
I've also seen more than my share of "ironic" lumberjack beards on guys who really shouldn't grow a beard.
-
You beard guys are not going to like this ---- I just read an article written by a men's grooming guru in which he says that the "lumberjack" beards have run their course and men will be going back to clean shaving again starting this Fall!
Oh no... what am I going to do???? The "Guru" said shave!
-
A little bit longer
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2Fd6745326724cb40c83d03d814a04a7c2_zpsdqpaftlk.jpg&hash=4b6af2a0b1ce9c2e5ae4d8a0602f8f4a2772825f)
-
That's the spirit Lads! Don't let the "guru" push you around!
-
Thanks Myke!
Looks good Razor!
And the so called guru's are full of horseshit! I read some article like that recently talking about how the beard "trend" was now out of fashion. Whatever!
-
What the heck are we going to do when the guru says shaved heads are passe? Let the revolution begin!
-
Looks good Mike and Razor!
-
From my observation over many years most fashion gurus (so called) are full of crap.
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs12.postimg.org%2F84vzaimst%2Fimage.jpg&hash=39223a07e667d70aa6cafe203ecbbf430a883cd4) (http://postimage.org/)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs12.postimg.org%2Fg943f997x%2Fimage.jpg&hash=f47b2c6ac309572885e87012cac5eb7e902f642e) (http://postimage.org/)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs12.postimg.org%2F6m0l5jg8d%2Fimage.jpg&hash=645ec44fae3562a129a56db0534d2a54bc08b3db) (http://postimage.org/)
Bald/beard update.
-
Razor and zetaeffe, you guys look great, such great beards.
I have no interest in the face that the beard trend is over, I didn't grow mine for a trend, I grew it for me.
-
Razor and zetaeffe, you guys look great, such great beards.
I have no interest in the face that the beard trend is over, I didn't grow mine for a trend, I grew it for me.
O0
-
I had a beard when beards were not cool. So it may be that way again. It took the first half of my life for my beard to mature, so I will keep it for the second half.
-
I really have to wonder if there are people who will shave because some self-proclaimed expert has decided that beards are no longer "in".
From what I'm seeing in my day-to-day life and in the media, the popularity of beards has not yet begun to wane.
-
This was discussed in an Urban Beardsman article today.
http://www.urbanbeardsman.com/2015/07/keep-beard-guys/ (http://www.urbanbeardsman.com/2015/07/keep-beard-guys/)
I have worn a beard for thirty-two years, so I honestly do not care what the "dedicated followers of fashion" do in response to trends or whatever these gurus dictate.
-
Those beards are too good to shave off because of some "article" Keep 'em going, guys!
-
This was discussed in an Urban Beardsman article today.
http://www.urbanbeardsman.com/2015/07/keep-beard-guys/ (http://www.urbanbeardsman.com/2015/07/keep-beard-guys/)
Great response. Makes me want to grow my beard back now!
-
This was discussed in an Urban Beardsman article today.
http://www.urbanbeardsman.com/2015/07/keep-beard-guys/ (http://www.urbanbeardsman.com/2015/07/keep-beard-guys/)
Great response. Makes me want to grow my beard back now!
What's stopping you? :D
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2Fc09b8ddeb507269343d4f91843b95b48_zpssnzlidse.jpg&hash=73434dc767e8e0c01bbd813e134f3586be1824d4)
-
Wow, Razor. The beard looks great. Again the color is amazing.
-
Again the color is amazing.
Which one? ;)
-
Razor X, Nice beard there!!
-
Again the color is amazing.
Which one? ;)
Yes.
-
Right it's 11 weeks before I took the stupid stupid STUPID STUPID decision to shave my beard. I'm two months away from where I was when I shaved.
Saying that my beard is much better condition, stronger and fuller this time and hasn't needed a trims as it's just grown right, where last time it was quite straggly. I can't wait to get to the five month stage and then push on bigger.
I learned my lesson
-
Right it's 11 weeks before I took the stupid stupid STUPID STUPID decision to shave my beard. I'm two months away from where I was when I shaved.
Saying that my beard is much better condition, stronger and fuller this time and hasn't needed a trims as it's just grown right, where last time it was quite straggly. I can't wait to get to the five month stage and then push on bigger.
I learned my lesson
It's amazing. Looking great!
-
It is making a great come back, beardbald
-
It's looking great, keep on growing
-
Bad selfie from this morning.
This is the longest I've ever let my beard get when not a full beard. This is the point at which you can see it already wants to do weird twisty things.
I'll likely neaten it up a bit and keep at this length for a bit.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs29.postimg.org%2Ftdf1g9c87%2FIMG_1856.jpg&hash=ef161461796fb012826489e331a89dcae78484ec) (http://postimage.org/)
-
SlyBear, mine does all sorts of weird twisty things too. I just started growing mine back out about 3 weeks ago. Hopefully I can tame it and keep it for awhile.
-
Beard balm helps keep things under control a bit.
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs28.postimg.org%2Fnrjaxse65%2Fimage.jpg&hash=f04074f45d4806e5eedaae9aa22742718e20ae07) (http://postimage.org/)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs28.postimg.org%2Fwl5m15br1%2Fimage.jpg&hash=a59a2d2113da7120cfbdd1d0cd11cffcb2c03fc5) (http://postimage.org/)
Beard update
-
_
-
That's really great growth for just three weeks!
-
Monday marks 14 weeks since I shaved my beard off. Pretty pleased at the regrowth and learned my lesson this time. Luckily it's come back thicker this time, so in some ways I'm pleased I shaved it off as it's much fuller 2nd time round, even tho I was devastated for weeks ha ha! Def gonna do the yeard this time
-
That's really great growth for just three weeks!
Thanks! Yeah, my facial hair grows really fast, but unfortunately, it looks a bit uneven on the upper part of my cheeks.
-
Hey fellas, been lurking awhile. Thought I'd finally post something. 34 years old, not going bald but love being sly!
Mach 3 for the head, microtouch one safety razor for the face(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.tapatalk-cdn.com%2F15%2F08%2F30%2Fb0e47bb1b5f4b309bfbbf22182200888.jpg&hash=e13efb844bdafbb36d4a6085e0d46c38dc6930ca)
-
So this is me and my beard now:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs11.postimg.org%2Foiphcd9cz%2FIMG_20150829_151434.jpg&hash=6a50196f61fe38ebdf0be9df19b91ddcebb2d52e) (http://postimage.org/)
What do you think?
-
So this is me and my beard now:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs11.postimg.org%2Foiphcd9cz%2FIMG_20150829_151434.jpg&hash=6a50196f61fe38ebdf0be9df19b91ddcebb2d52e) (http://postimage.org/)
What do you think?
It's amazing, I would never shave it off, it I were you!!!
-
It's been a little over a year since I took the last attempt off. I am going to try again.
One week in.
My wife did not notice anything until last evening. I am not sure if that is a comment on the quality/quantity of my facial follicles or just her observation abilities.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs22.postimg.org%2F6ace0tsk1%2Fimage.jpg&hash=019663c4769c06852ae62e69b0b4d1ef8cd191f1) (http://postimage.org/)
-
So this is me and my beard now:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs11.postimg.org%2Foiphcd9cz%2FIMG_20150829_151434.jpg&hash=6a50196f61fe38ebdf0be9df19b91ddcebb2d52e) (http://postimage.org/)
What do you think?
Looking good, keep growing!
-
It's been a little over a year since I took the last attempt off. I am going to try again.
One week in.
My wife did not notice anything until last evening. I am not sure if that is a comment on the quality/quantity of my facial follicles or just her observation abilities.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs22.postimg.org%2F6ace0tsk1%2Fimage.jpg&hash=019663c4769c06852ae62e69b0b4d1ef8cd191f1) (http://postimage.org/)
Good luck! Keep us up to date! O0
-
Cave Dweller: the extra length looks great! O0
-
So how about some more length on your own awesome beard, Raxor X.
-
So how about some more length on your own awesome beard, Raxor X.
I started to but I was starting to not like the way it was looking.
-
It's been a little over a year since I took the last attempt off. I am going to try again.
Great stylish beard. The differing lengths give it great character.
Meanwhile, my handlebars keep on growing. Sorry about the angle, having trouble uploading.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs3.postimg.org%2Fdz00aev6b%2F5_Sept_2015.jpg&hash=956b8bba2560bda7b47cf80af24a898d829d234c) (http://postimage.org/)
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs18.postimg.org%2Fa2j1e8mdl%2Fimage.jpg&hash=ffda1506570fde255716efbeced5fae67c9050ce) (http://postimage.org/)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs18.postimg.org%2Ffrz9yjsjt%2Fimage.jpg&hash=273a6078430034d8e6e3b2158cbb42fc172d5b12) (http://postimage.org/)
Beard update! :)
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs29.postimg.org%2Ffu246utyf%2Fimage.jpg&hash=4ae110522841ba66b37f17c0cbf4ad87b09c0d0d) (http://postimage.org/)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs29.postimg.org%2Fau4nywobr%2Fimage.jpg&hash=d15e17649b2ff26860a3b829e2a01f5ed7d2df1a) (http://postimage.org/)
BALD and beard update! :)
-
Nice!
-
Beardedbaldgerman, Mr Jules and Zetaeffe:
Very impressive, gentlemen.
-
A couple of my "going longer" pics before I chickened out and trimmed back:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2Fc09b8ddeb507269343d4f91843b95b48_zpssnzlidse.jpg&hash=73434dc767e8e0c01bbd813e134f3586be1824d4)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F9b1401bea2bec38b0e4708a259c21fbb_zpsz0dsfrhm.jpg&hash=93a76bc4f9628360110b8a4c18cf36b49a7f9413)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F7ee42b738f9082074f79fe45f153623a_zpslbu7sosy.jpg&hash=787aa97d3bef1f76861245aef2014b65cb767dd0)
-
A couple of my "going longer" pics before I chickened out and trimmed back:
Great beard. Shame you chickened out. Seeing if you can be braver next time around !
Last seen in Edwardian times, the expedition sized beard is back.
Here in the UK, academics are even being paid to do research on the subject.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-devon-34150467 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-devon-34150467)
-
Beard update! :)
Una grande barba. Mi piace molto !
-
Great beard. Shame you chickened out. Seeing if you can be braver next time around.
It usually takes me a few attempts to get comfortable with trying a new look. ;). I need to get over my fear of resembling a garden gnome. 😳
-
Great beard. Shame you chickened out. Seeing if you can be braver next time around.
It usually takes me a few attempts to get comfortable with trying a new look. ;). I need to get over my fear of resembling a garden gnome. 😳
So another attempt then ? You need to overcome that fear and think of the beard envy !
Three years ago, I grew my first ever beard. And now I look like a gentleman from a BBC Victoria costume drama. Well, it's a look...
-
I'm sure I'll try again at some point. Just not sure I'm ready to sport a long white beard yet.
-
Just not sure I'm ready to sport a long white beard yet.
Come on. Go for the Gandalf!
-
Just not sure I'm ready to sport a long white beard yet.
Come on. Go for the Gandalf!
You first. ;)
-
Just not sure I'm ready to sport a long white beard yet.
Come on. Go for the Gandalf!
You first. ;)
My money's on Cave Dweller!
-
Beard update! :)
Una grande barba. Mi piace molto !
Thank you very much! :-)
-
Beardedbaldgerman, Mr Jules and Zetaeffe:
Very impressive, gentlemen.
I agree! And CaveDweller, I'm glad to see you growing the sides back for a full beard again.
-
I need to get over my fear of resembling a garden gnome. 😳
Avoid pointy hats.
-
I need to get over my fear of resembling a garden gnome. 😳
Avoid pointy hats.
Damn! >:(
-
14 weeks. Mine's getting thicker now
-
14 weeks. Mine's getting thicker now
Really looking great!
-
Very nice, Beardbald.
Looking forward to the next chapter of your vlog.
-
14 weeks. Mine's getting thicker now
Very nice.
-
Beardbald, yours is great!
Here's where mine is today. I've been trimming along the way...
-
Beardbald, yours is great!
Here's where mine is today. I've been trimming along the way...
Wow Myke... looks great!
-
Looks great, I'm trying to resist trimming as I did last time. First trim was fine but then two weeks I ended up feeling it needed trimming again. Second time I trimmed they took too much off the sides and it looked misshapen
-
Looks great, I'm trying to resist trimming as I did last time. First trim was fine but then two weeks I ended up feeling it needed trimming again. Second time I trimmed they took too much off the sides and it looked misshapen
Resisting the urge to trim is not easy. Hang in there; it looks great.
-
My chin is now mostly grey. But I have to admit, it looks better than I thought it would.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F6630b3b2836f9eaf7982813a1e53727e_zps8gktxndh.jpg&hash=b78d33cf60640114ea6ba03d45daa3c0365e0773)
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs3.postimg.org%2F61uxpc5fn%2F013.jpg&hash=19650df4dcf8bd54a36389ba16f03031e840153f) (http://postimage.org/)
Razor - - - Yours looks GREAT - gray - - -Look at mine WHITE - -and I love it and enjoy it
It compliments our bald heads
-
You truly have an impressive beard...this is a recent pic of me.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs24.postimg.org%2Fkojut9b3p%2FPony_tail.jpg&hash=a003565bcad63c8d00efa0d36937b0542f7e26a6) (http://postimage.org/)
-
You truly have an impressive beard...this is a recent pic of me.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs24.postimg.org%2Fkojut9b3p%2FPony_tail.jpg&hash=a003565bcad63c8d00efa0d36937b0542f7e26a6) (http://postimage.org/)
Cool!
-
You truly have an impressive beard...this is a recent pic of me.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs24.postimg.org%2Fkojut9b3p%2FPony_tail.jpg&hash=a003565bcad63c8d00efa0d36937b0542f7e26a6) (http://postimage.org/)
Looks good, do you normally wear it tied or not? Do you ever wear a full beard? Looks like you could grow a nice looking one.
-
They look great, guys! Here's mine after a trimming accident:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs17.postimg.org%2Fldenv95v3%2FIMG_0927.jpg&hash=d5d72803378b635916334fc0bcd9be60d060fc7a) (http://postimage.org/)
-
They look great, guys! Here's mine after a trimming accident:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs17.postimg.org%2Fldenv95v3%2FIMG_0927.jpg&hash=d5d72803378b635916334fc0bcd9be60d060fc7a) (http://postimage.org/)
I don't see any signs of an accident.
-
Razor - - - Yours looks GREAT - gray - - -Look at mine WHITE - -and I love it and enjoy it
It compliments our bald heads
Thanks. Yours is looking good, too. O0
-
They look great, guys! Here's mine after a trimming accident:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs17.postimg.org%2Fldenv95v3%2FIMG_0927.jpg&hash=d5d72803378b635916334fc0bcd9be60d060fc7a) (http://postimage.org/)
I don't see any signs of an accident.
I cut the sideburns too low and I ended up shortening the width. I had it wider but I just trimmed the rest of it down to give the inside of the cheeks a chance to catch up.
-
Still looks fine.
-
You truly have an impressive beard...this is a recent pic of me.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs24.postimg.org%2Fkojut9b3p%2FPony_tail.jpg&hash=a003565bcad63c8d00efa0d36937b0542f7e26a6) (http://postimage.org/)
Looks good, do you normally wear it tied or not? Do you ever wear a full beard? Looks like you could grow a nice looking one.
Thanks! I'm about 30 days into a full beard to my eyeglass level. I trimmed the ponytail down to get everything matching, but currently I'm about 60 days away from it being back to that length. BTW the tears in my eye's were from attempting to smile :*))
-
Week two of the full beard.
It is starting to meld with the goat, thankfully.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs16.postimg.org%2F7rrbc08h1%2Fimage.jpg&hash=c5d1323ee370a57899fa31c93ea001b3dea81786) (http://postimage.org/)
-
Hey, John.Peachie,
That is an excellent split screen avatar!
-
I agree with Razor, Harry. I could not see any sign of an accident either.
It looks good to me.
-
Some great beards gents, in great stages of growth.
A recent pic of me
-
A recent pic of me
How many years does that length represent, Mike?
-
A recent pic of me
How many years does that length represent, Mike?
I had a goatee up until November 2013, then I went for the full beard, no trimming since then (other than split ends), surprisingly the sides caught up and it all looks like it has been there from the start.
I love having the beard as much as I love having the shaved head, to me they are now a set that go together for me.
-
Stick with the full beard, Cave. It looks good on you.
-
Week three.
Hard to believe I got the job offer even though I went to the interview looking this scruffy.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs14.postimg.org%2Fyp5nwk7gx%2Fimage.jpg&hash=5de77eff7e0cb4d21a38e95baa9411486563f54d) (http://postimage.org/)
-
Week three.
Hard to believe I got the job offer even though I went to the interview looking this scruffy.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs14.postimg.org%2Fyp5nwk7gx%2Fimage.jpg&hash=5de77eff7e0cb4d21a38e95baa9411486563f54d) (http://postimage.org/)
Its filling in nicely! Congratulations on the job offer O0
-
It's filling in nicely, CaveDweller. I'm sure it must have been hard to decide to go to an interview with the beard in an "in-between stage". Congrats on being bold enough to do it anyway... and on getting the offer! -Maybe they respected your confidence.
-
Week four.
Now I can see the gray. Those are the ones that stick straight out.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs13.postimg.org%2F8gzmrw3mf%2Fimage.jpg&hash=58b6580c6f8a08325f795af4ad9fe53f4fe1d306) (http://postimage.org/)
-
Yeah, grey whiskers have a habit of doing that. It looks great. What's your ultimate goal?
-
What's your ultimate goal?
The goat is about 3.5 inches right now. I am hoping to have the beard at that length in a few months.
-
Speaking of grey whiskers, have I ever mentioned how much I hate natural lighting? ;)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F01c57cebd880bed043a5b4ace2003a96_zpspzdclj37.jpg&hash=3b833579872b971c6d393a659fd576d6523ca452)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F64279c20331c131f8950f1490ddee0cf_zpse5l8vudp.jpg&hash=f9fbbc3e15295fd05ff46c0088f9499d631ed54b)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F348a424dbf222d4b43aba64d13dca659_zpsout6jfbg.jpg&hash=fe21261ca5fda724e436083b2265bdde246abe17)
-
Razor, I still say that marbling looks great.
Wish mine was turning with that same level of symmetry.
-
It was time to start over!
At least I am really BALD now (shaved).
:)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs18.postimg.org%2Ft217qsxt5%2FIMG_0649.jpg&hash=92ad8d1622749e7ce70411e2d48958c19561aeb9) (http://postimage.org/)
-
It was time to start over!
At least I am really BALD now (shaved).
:)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs18.postimg.org%2Ft217qsxt5%2FIMG_0649.jpg&hash=92ad8d1622749e7ce70411e2d48958c19561aeb9) (http://postimage.org/)
That's not a beard! :D Very different look for you. How do you like it?
-
Well, need to style the mustache a bit. Feels weird. I want to grow it back, but I want to do 4-6 inches, styled.
-
It was time to start over!
Whoa, sir! How many years' worth of growth did you cut off?
-
DoberDaddy - that is a serious change, it took me a while to connect your new face with the old avatar.
Will you be keeping your mustache trimmed so your beard can catch up, or keep it dominant?
BTW - The old fashion strongman look rocks!
-
Huge change, Dober. But I am glad you at least kept the mustache.
-
Week 17 since I shaved the beard! Finally getting back to where I was. About another four weeks and it'll all be new territory!
-
Wow Dober! Blimey! Surprised at that!
-
Week 17 since I shaved the beard! Finally getting back to where I was. About another four weeks and it'll all be new territory!
AWESOME!!!!
-
Hard to say...
Big beard comes and goes... bearded since '84. Shaved it last, in '05, left huge fu stache, and then grew back 7" beard. Buzzed it down again in Jan of '11, and it grew, until march of '14, was 16"... have been whittling away at it ever since.
Next goal, 4-5" more styled instead of wild.
Why... *sigh* dunno... needed a change, been a tough two years, very long story, but... sometimes change is good, just for the sake of change... and, in most cases, it grows back.
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs29.postimg.org%2F6hvc8fww7%2FIMG_0660.jpg&hash=7eb983f47af514f858b3faefe50770623b58fcee) (http://postimage.org/)
Target beard.
Ya, I don't look anything like him... but I love the beard.
-
Week 17 since I shaved the beard! Finally getting back to where I was. About another four weeks and it'll all be new territory!
Looks great!
-
Looking really good, Beardbald.
-
Week 17 since I shaved the beard! Finally getting back to where I was. About another four weeks and it'll all be new territory!
Awesome return of the big beard. I think the big beard really suites you.
-
Dober, I love the stache look on you. Looks great with the completely smooth head.
-
Steve, I was jealous of that beard of yours, but the shaved head and mustache is a winner, too! Reminds me of the circus strongman, one of my favorite childhood heroes
-
Week Six
Finally long enough for it and the goat to merit a trim this afternoon to neaten and homogenize them a little more. Since it was slow, the barber threw in a scalp, neck and shoulder massage.
That earned a very nice tip.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs21.postimg.org%2F56mpklv87%2Fimage.jpg&hash=45ab9ef11472ef4252f4d7efba85c04da643587b) (http://postimage.org/)
-
Coming in pretty nicely there, Tom. Keep it up!
-
Nice trim cave. And I like the longer mustache as well.
-
It's coming along nicely. O0
-
Looks really good Cave Dweller
-
I really have to wonder if there are people who will shave because some self-proclaimed expert has decided that beards are no longer "in".
Yes, absolutely yes there are guys who will shave if they are told it is no longer cool, in fact I think a lot of guys grew them only because they are cool. I'd even bet that most millennial hipsters only have beards because they became cool.
Those guys will shave. Guaranteed. Other guys, like me, saw the abundance of beards and decided to give it a shot because it got the wheels spinning. In my case I had tried beards in the past and it always sucked so I gave up, but I kept seeing so many beards it convinced me to try one more time. I upgraded my goatee to a beard and also figured out why my previous beards sucked so much: over trimming and aggressive edging.
Guys like me that joined the beard wave will stick with it because the trend simply forced us to get the gears of curiosity spinning in our heads. Hipsters joined the wave to be cool and will simply shave and jump on the next trend that they are told to follow.
From what I'm seeing in my day-to-day life and in the media, the popularity of beards has not yet begun to wane.
The way I see it, the way the media mindlessly parrots whatever nonsensical matriarchal tantrum someone throws out there, I'm sure they have hated this entire beard thing because it is so openly and unapologetically male. I'm sure they thought they had it contained with stubble beards, but somehow (and I can't figure out how) this purely male thing got out of their hand and I'm sure they've been trying to find a way to re-feminize men back into metrosexuals.
Besides, I'm in my 40s now and one of the nice things about being a grown up is that your give-a-damn works less and less everyday. I've lost most of my concern for following the desires of what my personal preferences ought to be. I still refuse to wear skinny jeans and have decided to stick with nice looking sunglasses instead of Ray Bans that neither look good or effectively block sunlight.
-
Speaking of grey whiskers, have I ever mentioned how much I hate natural lighting? ;)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F348a424dbf222d4b43aba64d13dca659_zpsout6jfbg.jpg&hash=fe21261ca5fda724e436083b2265bdde246abe17)
It is nice how yours is mixing well and just works better in general with red than dark brown. Mine is not graying that nicely; it's mainly gray at the top of the sideburns and the chin and the kinkiest hairs are the gray ones so they stand out against the darker ones, so the whole thing is starting to bug me. I've used Just for Men in the past but it lasts for about 4 days. I've seriously been considering getting real hair dye and doing it for real but it's just such messy work.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FBeard%2Febc98aaa-0490-4c5e-bc97-9322bff4ba34_zpsen0sdvnc.jpg&hash=d287e1f1aea87b9474acb95ebeac156ad21c5281)
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FBeard%2Febc98aaa-0490-4c5e-bc97-9322bff4ba34_zpsen0sdvnc.jpg&hash=d287e1f1aea87b9474acb95ebeac156ad21c5281)
Amazing beard, I have serious beard envy :)
-
Speaking of grey whiskers, have I ever mentioned how much I hate natural lighting? ;)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F348a424dbf222d4b43aba64d13dca659_zpsout6jfbg.jpg&hash=fe21261ca5fda724e436083b2265bdde246abe17)
Rusty... how great to finally see your beard, and your face!!!
Just awesome!
Steve
-
Speaking of grey whiskers, have I ever mentioned how much I hate natural lighting? ;)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F348a424dbf222d4b43aba64d13dca659_zpsout6jfbg.jpg&hash=fe21261ca5fda724e436083b2265bdde246abe17)
Rusty... how great to finally see your beard, and your face!!!
And yours too Mr. X!
Just awesome!
Steve
-
It is nice how yours is mixing well and just works better in general with red than dark brown. Mine is not graying that nicely; it's mainly gray at the top of the sideburns and the chin and the kinkiest hairs are the gray ones so they stand out against the darker ones, so the whole thing is starting to bug me. I've used Just for Men in the past but it lasts for about 4 days. I've seriously been considering getting real hair dye and doing it for real but it's just such messy work.
I've always thought just the opposite - that brown hair greys more nicely than red. Yours will be fine - just give it a little more time. The grey hairs have to accumulate before they start mixing in nicely with the rest of the beard. Hang in there and be patient.
-
Rusty,I am in serious beard envy too! I could only hope that my curly Brillo Pad of a beard could get that long. But I would love to have and KEEP, as my permanent look, my sly noggin and a beard that goes past my chest! Kudos to you!
-
Time for a beard update, after the last trimming.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs2.postimg.org%2Fw98ef9yxl%2FIMG_1955.jpg&hash=621e323551d2f65329a18b52f074e25c3a50cddb) (http://postimage.org/)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs14.postimg.org%2Fx9o8nonsx%2FIMG_1954.jpg&hash=8b01543d77305c23bb7e352dd7576b02bad1e51b) (http://postimage.org/)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs17.postimg.org%2Fd45vfy2gf%2FIMG_1953.jpg&hash=3b11565e5f12e0d1cfb2550d979a4caced4c5d00) (http://postimage.org/)
-
The longer beard suits you. It's a very different look for you.
-
Time for a beard update, after the last trimming.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs2.postimg.org%2Fw98ef9yxl%2FIMG_1955.jpg&hash=621e323551d2f65329a18b52f074e25c3a50cddb) (http://postimage.org/)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs14.postimg.org%2Fx9o8nonsx%2FIMG_1954.jpg&hash=8b01543d77305c23bb7e352dd7576b02bad1e51b) (http://postimage.org/)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs17.postimg.org%2Fd45vfy2gf%2FIMG_1953.jpg&hash=3b11565e5f12e0d1cfb2550d979a4caced4c5d00) (http://postimage.org/)
Looks amazing, how do you get your head so shadow free?
-
The longer beard suits you. It's a very different look for you.
Thank you Razor!
-
Time for a beard update, after the last trimming.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs17.postimg.org%2Fd45vfy2gf%2FIMG_1953.jpg&hash=3b11565e5f12e0d1cfb2550d979a4caced4c5d00) (http://postimage.org/)
Looks amazing, how do you get your head so shadow free?
It's shadow free because there's no hair :-)
-
Too much salt and not enough pepper :D
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F0ffc501e8f68f89f448e1b3aa5e750dc_zpszpmbeper.jpg&hash=1aa1b8b346c89c8fbde49bfa87818dc8c53c1cb3)
-
About 9 weeks growth at present.
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/601/22019723774_ce21ac0c22_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/zxNQHU)20151031_114633 (https://flic.kr/p/zxNQHU) by Darrell (https://www.flickr.com/photos/30468375@N08/), on Flickr
-
Too much salt and not enough pepper :D
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F0ffc501e8f68f89f448e1b3aa5e750dc_zpszpmbeper.jpg&hash=1aa1b8b346c89c8fbde49bfa87818dc8c53c1cb3)
Your'e complaining? Look at mine!
Looks great, keep growing.
-
Too much salt and not enough pepper :D
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F0ffc501e8f68f89f448e1b3aa5e750dc_zpszpmbeper.jpg&hash=1aa1b8b346c89c8fbde49bfa87818dc8c53c1cb3)
I think that would be 'paprika' ginger dude! ;)
Red
-
I think that would be 'paprika' ginger dude! ;)
Red
Cayenne pepper. :D
-
I see SimplyRed has become staid and has taken the 'imp' out of his name to become SlyRed
Roger
-
Only a name changed, still as imp'ish as ever.
Red
-
About 9 weeks growth at present.
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/601/22019723774_ce21ac0c22_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/zxNQHU)20151031_114633 (https://flic.kr/p/zxNQHU) by Darrell (https://www.flickr.com/photos/30468375@N08/), on Flickr
Looking good!
-
Thanks Razor, just wish I had more beard thickness! I'm going to give it at least two more months and see what it looks like.
Red
-
Thanks Razor, just wish I had more beard thickness! I'm going to give it at least two more months and see what it looks like.
Red
Give it a few more months, it should fill in.
-
Too much salt and not enough pepper :D
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F0ffc501e8f68f89f448e1b3aa5e750dc_zpszpmbeper.jpg&hash=1aa1b8b346c89c8fbde49bfa87818dc8c53c1cb3)
I love the way a nice thick ginger beard turns into Creamsicle colors as the white comes in among the orange!
-
Great pics.
Rusty, that beard is amazing.
I moved home so not posted a update on my beards return. I'm getting close to where t was when I shaved it. Looking forward to getting to new territory! I had it shaped and the new avi is about a week old.
-
My latest beard photo:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs12.postimg.org%2F5nw9jx4l9%2F2015_11_02.jpg&hash=30f7403f89293ee0a60a1872750b5c48c0e4ed30) (http://postimage.org/)
-
My latest beard photo:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs12.postimg.org%2F5nw9jx4l9%2F2015_11_02.jpg&hash=30f7403f89293ee0a60a1872750b5c48c0e4ed30) (http://postimage.org/)
Nice coverage, Slybeard! I'm recurling my mustache for Movemeber/November, but I like the way yours is curled.
-
Whoa. Major beard envy, BeardBald & SlyBeard.
I made the mistake of going to a barber I did not know two weeks ago to get mine shaped. He cut about an inch off the chin even after I told him I wanted the length of the goat part to stay as it was. When I yelped, he told me he thought I would have wanted him to make it closer to the seven week old beard on my cheeks. No, he did not get a tip.
Oh well. It's just hair. It will grow.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs13.postimg.org%2Fcpe6bjzp3%2Fimage.jpg&hash=db78611a1b4822b11f37f4c51551bae80150d42b) (http://postimage.org/)
-
Whoa. Major beard envy, BeardBald & SlyBeard.
I made the mistake of going to a barber I did not know two weeks ago to get mine shaped. He cut about an inch off the chin even after I told him I wanted the length of the goat part to stay as it was. When I yelped, he told me he thought I would have wanted him to make it closer to the seven week old beard on my cheeks. No, he did not get a tip.
Oh well. It's just hair. It will grow.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs13.postimg.org%2Fcpe6bjzp3%2Fimage.jpg&hash=db78611a1b4822b11f37f4c51551bae80150d42b) (http://postimage.org/)
Still looks good, Tom...it fits your face/head structure well. I made a pact with myself to avoid barbershops for the whole month of November...just to see what happens with my beard.
-
Cave,
It may not be a long as you wanted, but it still look s good. It is hard to find a barber that does a good job on beards that are longer than a short stubble type of beard. I here similar barber stories frequently on another board I participate in that is focused on beards. So if you don't want to trim it yourself, the best bet is to find a barber with a beard that is styled similar to what you want and/or has clients with a beard style you want.
-
Four and a half months in. Me now.
-
I wish my beard were more dense. But then I wonder whether beard density is tied to MPB, because testosterone. So, the fact that my MPB is minimal, for which I've always been thankful (prior to now), may be the same reason that my beard isn't particularly dense, for which I've always been sad.
-
Munky, It may just be your age. My beard was sparse, especially on my cheeks, until my mid 40's. I also did not start thinning until about the same time.
-
Four and a half months in. Me now.
Very fine beard, beardbald.
-
Week Eleven.
Slowly returning to the length it was before the barber chopped off the goat a few weeks ago.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs29.postimg.org%2Fl0u7ldonb%2Fimage.jpg&hash=4157abb480dbf58c28ea53dcf68f99b1b3b7455e) (http://postimage.org/)
-
slybeard, beardbald, and cavedweller - you all have awesome beards. I envy you! O0
-
Week Eleven.
Slowly returning to the length it was before the barber chopped off the goat a few weeks ago.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs29.postimg.org%2Fl0u7ldonb%2Fimage.jpg&hash=4157abb480dbf58c28ea53dcf68f99b1b3b7455e) (http://postimage.org/)
Looks great!
-
Razor X (related to Racer X, by an chance?), you've also got a masterpiece of a beard. O0
-
Thanks for the compliment, Munk
-
Razor X (related to Racer X, by an chance?), you've also got a masterpiece of a beard. O0
Thank you.
-
Week Eleven.
Slowly returning to the length it was before the barber chopped off the goat a few weeks ago.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs29.postimg.org%2Fl0u7ldonb%2Fimage.jpg&hash=4157abb480dbf58c28ea53dcf68f99b1b3b7455e) (http://postimage.org/)
You're getting an overall great look!! Both bald head and beard!
Best compliments!
-
Just a BW pic I took some days ago for a fb group of beards, my beard looks good in this pic. :-)
-
Just a BW pic I took some days ago for a fb group of beards, my beard looks good in this pic. :-)
Amazing picture zetaeffe
-
Impressive beard, Zetaeffe. And excellent Noir effect!
-
zetaeffe, that is a beautiful picture of an awesome beard!
-
Just a BW pic I took some days ago for a fb group of beards, my beard looks good in this pic. :-)
O0
-
Zetaeffe, awesome beard and fantastic color. Wish I had that as opposed to my skunk like white and black mix!
-
Thanks everybody! :-)
Lately am posting too much beard, maybe I should go back to post about my bald head! :-D
-
Thanks everybody! :-)
Lately am posting too much beard, maybe I should go back to post about my bald head! :-D
It's all part of the total package.
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs29.postimg.org%2Fkco2hb5c7%2FIMG_20151121_152150224.jpg&hash=5d1244010b9ce14b4f1d8ba009ffe9c9200512f0) (http://postimage.org/)
I have a lot of white hair already for only being 36. :o
-
Well, I don't have a massive beard, but I've made a change to my beard today that I like.
In the "Show us your bald head" thread, slybeard pointed out that a different beard shape might better complement my round head, so I figured I experiment a little this weekend.
I think this shape lengthens my face a bit. I might play around with it some more...
-
Looks great MunkyMunk very similar to how I wear mine. Luckily for you your beard isnt skunk colored.
-
Looks nice, Nickd. The first gray hairs in mine showed up in my late thirties as well.
MunkyMunk, I agree. That is a great style for you.
-
Well, I don't have a massive beard, but I've made a change to my beard today that I like.
In the "Show us your bald head" thread, slybeard pointed out that a different beard shape might better complement my round head, so I figured I experiment a little this weekend.
I think this shape lengthens my face a bit. I might play around with it some more...
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi464.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Frr9%2Fhermit93%2FBeard_Change_zpscgb9vsal.jpg&hash=e2aa01011002fe2196412a4b458a568e431b468c) (http://s464.photobucket.com/user/hermit93/media/Beard_Change_zpscgb9vsal.jpg.html)
Very nice!
-
Change is good I'm in the process of getting feed back from family and friends on a new beard style. Gonna pick one and show them the new look soon!
-
Shows how a little creative beardstyling can help the shape of your head!
-
It sure can, before I grew out my beard I had a few members messege me saying my head shape appeared odd. One even said stupid looking. I thought ok guys easy on the critique. While I think the delivery could have been a little more polished, the dome does look better with the beard.
-
Wow, that seems pretty harsh. At least you didn't ragequit the forum.
I'm also thankful for the advice; I'm really liking my new configuration and I think it's a lot more flattering.
-
I stopped with the photos and things got a lot better, so it's all good!
-
Beard coming back... slowly...
-
Looks awesome Dober !
-
Looks great Dober
-
Impressive, DoberDaddy.
-
A work in progress...
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.tapatalk-cdn.com%2F15%2F11%2F29%2F0c502620dc1f20405b44637307e91a07.jpg&hash=9da126947581175a46b96144a042cb9afe650877)
-
The beard shows great potential. Keep on growing. The shaved head is already perfection.
Red
-
Looking awesome, Dober and Rodey!
-
Got a way to go before I catch up with Sly Mike:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F6ed3278de11aea275b4616d715eef2a8_zpsjmoav825.jpg&hash=4a08edaf3271de90e37163f923782afbf1ea2aff)
-
The extra length looks good, Razor.
-
A work in progress...
How many weeks into it are you, Rodey?
-
Thanks. The last time I was at the barber 3 weeks ago he tried something new -- he removed some of the bulk with thinning shears while leaving the length alone. May have him so it again in another week or so. Maybe having less bulk will make it easier to add some length. I'm about at that point where I'm not sure what direction to go in. Hadn't really planned on letting it get longer; it just sort of sneaked up on me.
-
Come on Razor, you know that more length would look great on you, and no need to thin it out. You could give me some of your thickness if it is too much for you, I could use it. I'l take gray or red.
-
Come on Razor, you know that more length would look great on you, and no need to thin it out. You could give me some of your thickness if it is too much for you, I could use it. I'l take gray or red.
Well, you can't have red. It's in short supply these days and has become a precious commodity. :D
-
Got a way to go before I catch up with Sly Mike:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F6ed3278de11aea275b4616d715eef2a8_zpsjmoav825.jpg&hash=4a08edaf3271de90e37163f923782afbf1ea2aff)
Looks great though Razor, the extra length suits you well and it's a great shape too.
-
I'm about 2 weeks in
-
I'm about 2 weeks in
Looks terrific for just two weeks!
-
Got a way to go before I catch up with Sly Mike:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F6ed3278de11aea275b4616d715eef2a8_zpsjmoav825.jpg&hash=4a08edaf3271de90e37163f923782afbf1ea2aff)
WOW!!!! Looks amazing!
-
I'm about 2 weeks in
Hey, that is good density for just two weeks.
-
Week thirteen.
Just reached the five inch mark again.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs16.postimg.org%2F4fuuu93z9%2Fimage.jpg&hash=6d255cc074e45c81ac4fc4ada0b4a152378ddd6a) (http://postimage.org/)
-
Week thirteen.
Just reached the five inch mark again.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs16.postimg.org%2F4fuuu93z9%2Fimage.jpg&hash=6d255cc074e45c81ac4fc4ada0b4a152378ddd6a) (http://postimage.org/)
Nice comeback from the Hacksaw Duggan barbershop job from a few weeks back!
-
Nice recovery, Cave Dweller. It grew back quickly, although it probably did not seem quick to you.
-
I think it is agreed, we all look great as bearded baldies!
-
Razor X, that's some nice shaping you're doing. I also envy your beard's thickness. Very nice!
-
Razor X, that's some nice shaping you're doing. I also envy your beard's thickness. Very nice!
Thank you.
-
Cave Dweller, you've got a great beard also. Nice to see all these guys rocking the grey mix in their beards. It really does look distinguished.
-
Thanks. The last time I was at the barber 3 weeks ago he tried something new -- he removed some of the bulk with thinning shears while leaving the length alone. May have him so it again in another week or so. Maybe having less bulk will make it easier to add some length. I'm about at that point where I'm not sure what direction to go in. Hadn't really planned on letting it get longer; it just sort of sneaked up on me.
Damn I wish I had too much thickness! I don't understand how this could be a problem, are you going for a really long length now but don't want to deal with a large mass of hair? If not I would think it would be easier just to keep it shorter. Wow, too much thickness... um if you ever find you have too much money I can help you out there.... O0
-
Cave Dweller, you've got a great beard also. Nice to see all these guys rocking the grey mix in their beards. It really does look distinguished.
l used to be self conscious about my skunk mix but at least its symmetrical and I get compliments on it. I think guys of all ages look great with some gray mix.
-
are you going for a really long length now but don't want to deal with a large mass of hair?
I'm undecided. There are limits as to how long I can let it go. I may let it get a little longer; just not sure. :-\
-
l used to be self conscious about my skunk mix but at least its symmetrical and I get compliments on it.
Same here. I like mine better now that it's evened out some. I get compliments on it, which I aways find a bit surprising. Lately it seems to be turning much more quickly.
-
Cave Dweller, you've got a great beard also. Nice to see all these guys rocking the grey mix in their beards. It really does look distinguished.
Wow, thanks.
My wife convinced me to shave down to just the goat in 2008 as the gray was starting to seriously invade the brown. I saw how gray the goat was in August of this year, and decided there was no reason not to see the gray on the rest of the face as well. So far, my wife has not said anything.
-
I don't know what it is (probably just aging myself), but I'm really starting to view gray differently over the past few years. I've got a bunch of grey in my beard and my wife is starting to go gray and I don't mind it a bit.
I'm appreciating older looks alot more than I used to. In fact, I'm starting to feel that many younger people don't look "finished." It's not like I'm an older version of myself; it's more like I'm becoming more and more my actual self over time.
I'm also trying to teach my kids not to fear aging, so I'm trying to be a good role model of getting older gracefully.
-
I guess it's the fact that I turned grey in my early 30's, but I'm tired of the grey. That's one of the main reasons I like the shaved head, no more grey.
I've recently thought about coloring my beard, but I keep reading so much negative about coloring. So....that leaves one choice, shave it off. Last time I did that I hated the way I looked. That was about 20 years ago. Oh well, like we tell everyone thinking about shaving their head, it will grow back.
-
Reddog, beard color does require maintenance. The issue is, with a totally white beard like you and I have, the white roots show quickly. When I was going totally dark, I needed weekly maintenance to keep the white from showing too much. I did stretch it out to 2 weeks a few times, but did not like it. But using the JFM "Touch of Gray" I can go two weeks. Since it leaves some gray, the white roots are not as noticeable. It also fades quicker. So, if you want to try something, I recommend it. If you don't like it, it will fade out in a matter of weeks.
With other dye, it is hard to stop because you will have white roots and dark tips. That may require you to shave and start over if you want to transition back to white.
-
I'm appreciating older looks alot more than I used to. In fact, I'm starting to feel that many younger people don't look "finished."
Who wants to be "finished"? :*))
-
I've recently thought about coloring my beard, but I keep reading so much negative about coloring. So....that leaves one choice, shave it off. Last time I did that I hated the way I looked.
I last shaved mine seven years ago because it was getting very grey. Or it seemed very grey at that time; it was actually very little compared to how much I have now. I tried for about three months but could not adjust to a clean shaven face. I decided that a grey beard was better than no beard. Like you, I realized the options were:
1. Dye
2. Shave
3. Learn to live with a grey beard
I used JFM for a few years. It worked OK for camouflaging small grey areas here and there but when I really started getting grey, it was simply not adequate. It faded too soon and I did not want to start using a regular permanent hair dye, so option #3 is the only one available to me. It's taken me a long time to come to terms with it but I think I'm finally getting there.
I have to say though, with your olive complexion, a nice thick grey or white beard is a great look. With my pale skin, I will probably look very washed out and colorless once my beard is fully de-pigmented.
-
I've recently thought about coloring my beard
That, in my opinion, would be a crying shame.
-
Here's my very white beard after about three months growth.
Red
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fmixteheaven.com%2Fimages%2FDarrell_Beard.jpg&hash=56bdffe550f5a8003b7f7666925ad3603c766b1e)
-
Suits you well, Red, looks great!
-
Here's my very white beard after about three months growth.
Red
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fmixteheaven.com%2Fimages%2FDarrell_Beard.jpg&hash=56bdffe550f5a8003b7f7666925ad3603c766b1e)
Looks great! :)
-
Looks amazing Red :)
-
Looking good Red!
-
Looks good, Red.
-
You wear it well, Red!
-
First attempt at a full beard. I'm putting minoxidl in my beard for four months (just started) to get the cheeks to grow fuller. This is me at 4 weeks of growth:
https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfa1/v/t1.0-9/12360283_10153881678798586_2405844339446687906_n.jpg?oh=2e852b9e2960f6442b2dec7888e3af8d&oe=5718594A
-
You're off to a good start. Stick with it.
-
Beard looks good.
Did not realize you were the guy from the other post!
Love the haircut.... can't wait to see what you do next!
:)
S.
First attempt at a full beard. I'm putting minoxidl in my beard for four months (just started) to get the cheeks to grow fuller. This is me at 4 weeks of growth:
https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfa1/v/t1.0-9/12360283_10153881678798586_2405844339446687906_n.jpg?oh=2e852b9e2960f6442b2dec7888e3af8d&oe=5718594A
-
I had mine trimmed this week to give I some shape as it can get a bit too thick and wild. I prefer it to grow down rather than out!
-
Cheers guys. I'm just going to take it for six months and see what happens.
The minoxidil only cost £30 for a six month supply. If that's the cost of a fuller beard than I am in!
-
Beard looks great, Beardbald.
-
Excellent shape, Beardbald.
-
Good looking trim, beardbald
-
First attempt at a full beard. I'm putting minoxidl in my beard for four months (just started) to get the cheeks to grow fuller. This is me at 4 weeks of growth:
https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfa1/v/t1.0-9/12360283_10153881678798586_2405844339446687906_n.jpg?oh=2e852b9e2960f6442b2dec7888e3af8d&oe=5718594A
You my not even need the minoxidil, give it a few months without it. Some of us require more time.
-
I had mine trimmed this week to give I some shape as it can get a bit too thick and wild. I prefer it to grow down rather than out!
You look great!
-
I had mine trimmed this week to give I some shape as it can get a bit too thick and wild. I prefer it to grow down rather than out!
You look great!
Agreed. You've got some great thickness there so it gives you a lot of flexibility with styling. There is something to be said about keeping the sides in check while letting the length grow.
-
Cave Dweller
Best beard on here
-
Excellent shape, Beardbald.
Best beard on here
Agreed!
Red
-
Excellent shape, Beardbald.
Best beard by far!!!
-
I unleashed my beard today so that I could dye the roots and tie it back up. It was the first time in 6 weeks!:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FBeard%2F20151215_153205_zps0kwimbf3.jpg&hash=eba847d78309d0429ba5cab41dac9d7dcf4470b5)
I accidently mixed up the entire bottle of dye when I had intended just to use a little bit for the roots. Oops. This time I got the light brown instead of the blonde that I used the other week. The blonde did absolutely nothing.
This is it after I colored it, and it measured 28" on the chin. I was gradually letting the rest get longer and about a year ago I stopped trimming altogether so I could have a terminal length beard all around. You can see where the shorter hairs match up at below my shoulder:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FBeard%2F20151215_152453_zpsvtro9het.jpg&hash=993a7dead359643baa41bd8da46a7b883d4e37bf)
Then this is it tied back up and with a nice bit of my homemade beard balm:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FBeard%2F20151215_160043_zpsfdlqq9kc.jpg&hash=47a9e27f589514aec73a9ca080efffac41a5623e)
Typically after doing it strays will pop out for a couple days so once I get enough I bind them back up and fasten them in.
-
Rusty,
One of my all-time favorite bald/beard combos here!
Steve
I unleashed my beard today so that I could dye the roots and tie it back up. It was the first time in 6 weeks!:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FBeard%2F20151215_153205_zps0kwimbf3.jpg&hash=eba847d78309d0429ba5cab41dac9d7dcf4470b5)
I accidently mixed up the entire bottle of dye when I had intended just to use a little bit for the roots. Oops. This time I got the light brown instead of the blonde that I used the other week. The blonde did absolutely nothing.
This is it after I colored it, and it measured 28" on the chin. I was gradually letting the rest get longer and about a year ago I stopped trimming altogether so I could have a terminal length beard all around. You can see where the shorter hairs match up at below my shoulder:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FBeard%2F20151215_152453_zpsvtro9het.jpg&hash=993a7dead359643baa41bd8da46a7b883d4e37bf)
Then this is it tied back up and with a nice bit of my homemade beard balm:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FBeard%2F20151215_160043_zpsfdlqq9kc.jpg&hash=47a9e27f589514aec73a9ca080efffac41a5623e)
Typically after doing it strays will pop out for a couple days so once I get enough I bind them back up and fasten them in.
-
Rusty,
One of my all-time favorite bald/beard combos here!
Steve
Thanks. I remember early on when I was on the fence with the whole bald head thing yours really helped inspire me to go with it. I still don't think my bald head and beard are anywhere near as badass as yours but I'm happy with it. O0
-
I had mine trimmed this week to give I some shape as it can get a bit too thick and wild. I prefer it to grow down rather than out!
You look great!
Agreed. You've got some great thickness there so it gives you a lot of flexibility with styling. There is something to be said about keeping the sides in check while letting the length grow.
Cheers. After shaving it off last time I have just realised I'm not good when it gets out of control. My beard gets very thick at the sides and looks scruffy. I want to go longer but this time taking my time to grow the beard I want.
-
Rusty, your beard is an inspiration to me and I assume many guys on this board. My dream is to one day have enough length to do a tie-up like you do.
-
Rusty:
Genuine genuflection, sir!
-
Once when my goatee was around 8" or so I went to a dress up Old Fart birthday party where I dressed up as an old fart. I "bleached" my goatee with talcum powder and it worked great, so any future Santas out there should consider it instead of bleach. I did it before using wax and oil so I don't know if that would make things better or worse.
-
Cheers. After shaving it off last time I have just realised I'm not good when it gets out of control. My beard gets very thick at the sides and looks scruffy. I want to go longer but this time taking my time to grow the beard I want.
The nice thing about thickness on the side is that it rounds out a thin face. I don't really have cheeks so the extra mass on the sides helps round my face. On the other hand if you go for length having shorter sides can help make for a long sweeping controlled beard. In other words I've seen both concepts done well. As long as you don't return to stubble or edge a neckline at your cheek then you're good O0
-
Once when my goatee was around 8" or so I went to a dress up Old Fart birthday party where I dressed up as an old fart. I "bleached" my goatee with talcum powder and it worked great, so any future Santas out there should consider it instead of bleach. I did it before using wax and oil so I don't know if that would make things better or worse.
And here I was thinking mine was getting long at 3 1/2". :D
-
2011:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2Fbeard%2F031211color.jpg&hash=3eebfa5d15670406d62b310ba23b13935f304286)
2012:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2Fbeard%2FAug192012b.jpg&hash=01569259739f46ff9fbbb47378372aae0e26b669)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2FFull%2520beard%2FDay262.jpg&hash=73a82f2b40c5c0bcd5b1398cf89eaa8541566b71)
2013:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2Fimage_zps2bd1d283.jpg&hash=416c0fafcb702acd58462fa4ecd13775c009775f)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2Fimage_zpsf380c527.jpg&hash=07bce3cb06d65b1c9287fb99650d4dc004ba2ce0)
2014:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2Fd3e2f1ef9b15a95c2c98465035c25579_zps190c83db.jpg&hash=d7b1c5190a44cf28c1d4653b38f4ed62c9220a76)
2015:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F8caf271d4f2dba28b7b78a1a0c176444_zps9cna0pbr.jpg&hash=b12d1e4ff992d337483b1f529d52a4dc117e38e9)
-
Razor,
Looking awesome!
S.
-
I agree that beard just gets better and better with the thickness, texture, and color. It's basically a flawless beard-envy generating beard!
-
I agree that beard just gets better and better with the thickness, texture, and color. It's basically a flawless beard-envy generating beard!
I agree it is a very fine beard
-
+1 more razor, a very good beard that looks better in the 2015 photo. Waiting to see what lengths you may take it to in 2016.
-
Thanks, guys. The current length wasn't planned; it just sort of sneaked up on me. I don't know where in going from here but I am starting to like the extra length.
-
I had mine trimmed this week to give I some shape as it can get a bit too thick and wild. I prefer it to grow down rather than out!
I agree. It looks great!
-
I agree that beard just gets better and better with the thickness, texture, and color. It's basically a flawless beard-envy generating beard!
I have nothing to add to this. Perfectly said.
-
Thank you. The beard has got a little longer than usual and today I was playing around and put the hairdryer on it to straighten it out a bit and get an idea of the true length. While trying to fluff it up from underneath, the dryer caused the ends of my mustache to curl up and form handlebars of a sort. I had no idea that they were long enough to do this and it's not really the look I was going for. A little out of my comfort zone, but here's what it looked like:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2Fed6675d85069b6b042c869da829a655e_zpsdzf7uehg.jpg&hash=4bf7436efedc391bb4fb2fa88dbb6eead62e43ee)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F26ca62329b09051c141fb8be6028a22c_zpsrsiuflzx.jpg&hash=09c8f1ebedf21432e850cf0de88d4c4f345d360a)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F6e88c15d3d2d24287f8ad939bf0388e6_zpsqbdmfh8j.jpg&hash=7670bed7f07aa79417b2e4fcd611200389359e70)
-
Fantastic look. I've been trying for that but one side always droops.
-
Thank you. The beard has got a little longer than usual and today I was playing around and put the hairdryer on it to straighten it out a bit and get an idea of the true length. While trying to fluff it up from underneath, the dryer caused the ends of my mustache to curl up and form handlebars of a sort. I had no idea that they were long enough to do this and it's not really the look I was going for. A little out of my comfort zone, but here's what it looked like:
Those 'natural' handlebars look great. They're worth the admission fee alone. Time to invest in some mustache wax ?
-
Maybe. I'm not sure I'm ready yet to venture out in public with handlebars.
-
Razor, stick with the handlebars. They work for you.
-
Maybe. I'm not sure I'm ready yet to venture out in public with handlebars.
Know what you mean. Handlebars are a visual addition. Where as a bald head is missing hair. Folks tend to comment on what you've added, not what's missing.
-
Thank you. The beard has got a little longer than usual and today I was playing around and put the hairdryer on it to straighten it out a bit and get an idea of the true length. While trying to fluff it up from underneath, the dryer caused the ends of my mustache to curl up and form handlebars of a sort. I had no idea that they were long enough to do this and it's not really the look I was going for. A little out of my comfort zone, but here's what it looked like:
NICE!
-
Give the handlebars a try just for a short time and see if you like the look! ;)
-
Hey Razor, I like the handlebars, and it's a very subtle handlebar (more of a swept to the side look) so many might not even notice you did it. I tried doing something like that a year or so ago and it looked better because a beard looks best with a bigger stache on the top. I once heard that it is like the "crown" of a beard but I ultimately went back to trimming along the lipline because I couldn't get it to hold in that position all day even with beard wax. I eat too much big-bite food like subs and burritos and it was just too difficult eating my food without eating my mustache. Lately I've been missing the bigger look so I've let it get a little bigger than normal, but it was just too much of a PITA for me to do it. I think a lot has to do with how high your upper lip actually is because guys with more distance can probably pull off the longer stache thing easier.
-
There's a limit to how much primping I'm willing to do, so a lot would depend on how well it stayed in place in the course of a day. I find that trying to figure out the right size for a stache can be tricky. You're right that a bigger beard needs a bigger stache but you reach a point where you either let it grow down past the top lip or you do not.
I haven't really tried to let it grow past the top lip yet. And the whole handlebar thing truly took me by surprise, so I haven't really thought it out. I'm pretty sure I'd feel self conscious about it for quite a while.
-
There's a limit to how much primping I'm willing to do, so a lot would depend on how well it stayed in place in the course of a day. I find that trying to figure out the right size for a stache can be tricky. You're right that a bigger beard needs a bigger stache but you reach a point where you either let it grow down past the top lip or you do not.
I haven't really tried to let it grow past the top lip yet. And the whole handlebar thing truly took me by surprise, so I haven't really thought it out. I'm pretty sure I'd feel self conscious about it for quite a while.
Personally I find the most annoying facial hair to be the mustache which is a shame. I can tolerate additional length that causes it to grow below my upper lip, but only so far. The most annoying part is the ends that would be used for handlebars. Again I like the way the length looks but it really drives me nuts, and I think the reason why is that it is attached to a piece of skin that moves around a lot, so that length of hair moves around a lot and therefore becomes very noticeable. I end up messing with it a lot and cutting it off once its gets an inch long or so.
-
And the whole handlebar thing truly took me by surprise, so I haven't really thought it out. I'm pretty sure I'd feel self conscious about it for quite a while.
Razor, like shaving one's head, I think that everyone should grow a handlebar moustache at least once in their life. I only grew a full beard once - back when I was 27, about 36 years ago. I let my beard grow for 4 months. When it was time to shave it (for a job), I had my first barber straight razor shave and told him to leave the moustache. I hadn't trimmed anything for the 4 months, so I had a huge handlebar. It was great. I didn't use any wax or stuff, so it was just natural. There were a few comments, but mostly everyone ignored it. That was in the late 70s, so longer hair & moustaches were still somewhat in style.
You have often commented in your posts (as have others) on having been self conscious about shaving your head at first, about growing a beard, etc. I was self conscious about the handlebar moustache, about getting a buzz cut and shaving my head (I alternate seasonally between buzzed & shaved now). I think it looks great on you. There are probably some members on this Board that have sparse upper lip hair and would love to be able to grow a handlebar. You should go with it for a while...let it get longer & bigger....you only live once.
-
I remember when I first grew any facial hair (a goatee back in 1995) I remember being incredibly self conscious about it and this weird foreign thing on my face. It might as well have been a piece of masking tape stuck to my face! I feel the same way when I let my beard hang out because I'm so used to it being tied up that it just feels odd and because it is big, long, and unusual it does get some looks unlike something as mundane as a goatee.
-
I posted a pic some time ago of my poor excuse for a handlebar. Pretty sickly looking.
My mustache never has been bold, so I just let it be the accessory to that which grows below my mouth line.
-
Beard looks great, Razor.
I'm not a fan of the handlebar, I think it's quite a dated look that should be confined to either mad professors or 70's gay porn stars - obvs that just my personal opinion and choice. :)
I have to say that the moustache just annoys me if not short. I don't like the feeling of hairs getting near my mouth and it makes eating impossible so growing my tash has never appealed to me! I'm also not great at styling, I never really did it with my hair so doing it with facial hair wouldn't be for me. When I hear of people styling their beads and tash's for ages, I just don't get it. I'll comb my beard and if I remember I might whack on some beard oil but it's always an after thought but then even when it comes to shaving my head it's quick thing unlike some that seem to undertake a huge event of various stages. Life's too short... or I have no attention span which is probably more the truth. :*))
-
I think im at my destination now. I don't want to go much longer apart from what time happen until my next tidy in a few weeks. That'll be interesting as it will be the first time I'll let them touch the length and I'll probably feel they've take loads off when they actually wont!
I didn't mean to get the bald head in too, ha ha
-
Looks great! And the head too!
-
Thanks Slybeard
I think 2015 will be defined by my beard!
I hadn't trimmed my short beard over Christmas and Chris Daughtry was rocking a cool beard and I though I might try and grow mine
The pic in the red t shirt is last NYE at a party. I thought my beard was so long, ha ha!
My June I had gone all black beard and it was far too dark and unkempt
So I shaved it all off and instantly regretted it!
and here's how it looks currently.
It's definitely been the year of the beard!
-
It took some experimenting but you got it right in the end. It looks really good now.
-
Yeah I'm pleased now. Doubt I'll go longer than this. Thankfully moving means I have found an excellent beard barber!
How's your beard doing?
-
My barber trimmed it back a little more than I really wanted just before Christmas but I will be busy at work in January and won't have time to go back so it's probably just as well. That's the only real change aside from getting greyer.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2Fd4a4d6db55591405082aff2ae2e769a2_zpshxw3mdkt.jpg&hash=c7d5693951be0406e3181ef6dc3216c229c7b47a)
-
My barber trimmed it back a little more than I really wanted just before Christmas but I will be busy at work in January and won't have time to go back so it's probably just as well. That's the only real change aside from getting greyer.
Looks great!
-
Been going for about 6 weeks now, may give it a little trim to tidy up the stray hairs. Loving the comments im getting from co workers!
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20151231/0236b44644ea90cff35d32532e6518e6.jpg)
-
Looks great, Rodey!
-
It's coming in great, Rodey.
-
Congratulations, BeardBald. That is a fine looking beard.
-
Cheers guys
-
My barber trimmed it back a little more than I really wanted just before Christmas but I will be busy at work in January and won't have time to go back so it's probably just as well. That's the only real change aside from getting greyer.
Looks great!
Thank you. How's your regrowth coming along?
-
I'm envious of you guys and your full beards! Mine is at best patchy...
-
Going to give myself a New Year's shave today and then see how long I can go without shaving it. I think the longest I've gone in the past is 6 months...
-
Took this yesterday! I think it shows of the beard and bald head rather well
-
Cool effect, BeardBald.
Awesome beard, as always.
-
Took this yesterday! I think it shows of the beard and bald head rather well
WOW!!!
Impressive...
-
Took this yesterday! I think it shows of the beard and bald head rather well
Looking Great, beardbald! ---and that pic is too cool!
-
I am happy I work for an employer who does not care how bushy I get.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs17.postimg.org%2Fppmm5q2an%2Fimage.jpg&hash=5ff655fb6846e519fc1d591dc8fa1b2e06c849cf) (http://postimage.org/)
-
Looks fantastic!
-
Seeing all this impressive face fur leaves me feeling a little inadequate.
-
Looks great CD
-
Here's mine, working on growing out the beard more now I've shaved the hair down.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs24.postimg.org%2Fzcw9v73xx%2Fimage.jpg&hash=0f7f8b9525f6d8b01a92a469e7272265ff1b8342) (http://postimage.org/)
-
Here's mine, working on growing out the beard more now I've shaved the hair down.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs24.postimg.org%2Fzcw9v73xx%2Fimage.jpg&hash=0f7f8b9525f6d8b01a92a469e7272265ff1b8342) (http://postimage.org/)
NICE!!!!
-
Here's mine, working on growing out the beard more now I've shaved the hair down.
Looks good, sir.
-
Seeing all this impressive face fur leaves me feeling a little inadequate.
From the looks of it... you could grow a monster beard, if you chose to do so!
-
Seeing all this impressive face fur leaves me feeling a little inadequate.
From the looks of it... you could grow a monster beard, if you chose to do so!
Your probably right I just always seem to punk out when it starts getting any real growth.
-
My barber trimmed it back a little more than I really wanted just before Christmas but I will be busy at work in January and won't have time to go back so it's probably just as well. That's the only real change aside from getting greyer.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2Fd4a4d6db55591405082aff2ae2e769a2_zpshxw3mdkt.jpg&hash=c7d5693951be0406e3181ef6dc3216c229c7b47a)
Seem to remember you used to have goatee. Is the full beard a permanent feature ?
-
My barber trimmed it back a little more than I really wanted just before Christmas but I will be busy at work in January and won't have time to go back so it's probably just as well. That's the only real change aside from getting greyer.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2Fd4a4d6db55591405082aff2ae2e769a2_zpshxw3mdkt.jpg&hash=c7d5693951be0406e3181ef6dc3216c229c7b47a)
WOOF! I sure hope so!!! :)
Seem to remember you used to have goatee. Is the full beard a permanent feature ?
-
At the end of last year I moved from South to North and after a couple of months off I'm starting to job hunt and am aware a big beard isn't everyone's taste. I liked it but I have to say it was also getting to the point I wasn't feeling tidy enough for interviews. So I've stripped back and am slightly in mourning.
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.tapatalk-cdn.com%2F16%2F02%2F03%2Fb53160f2baf0ebb71aeab2f05e25dcc7.jpg&hash=889b87b18e0cd85da50feef6cf6d90be13115d84)
before
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.tapatalk-cdn.com%2F16%2F02%2F03%2Fc1ceba300d81575dcb80d8982212f9ab.jpg&hash=1be4382dbc3b1849fb3ab92fed6c2e09aa271cfa)
after
Sorry couldn't work out how to tapa talk pics
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.tapatalk-cdn.com%2F16%2F02%2F03%2Fb53160f2baf0ebb71aeab2f05e25dcc7.jpg&hash=889b87b18e0cd85da50feef6cf6d90be13115d84)
before
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.tapatalk-cdn.com%2F16%2F02%2F03%2Fc1ceba300d81575dcb80d8982212f9ab.jpg&hash=1be4382dbc3b1849fb3ab92fed6c2e09aa271cfa)
after
Sorry couldn't work out how to tapa talk pics
WOOF before... WOOF after!!!
-
The longer beard was impressive, BeardBald, but the shorter version is just as dashing.
Hope the interviews go well for you!
-
Agreed. The shorter beard is quite becoming.
-
It doesn't feel as short today. Once interviews are out of tge way I'll go longer but not sure I want bulk as I just feel scruffy.
-
At the end of last year I moved from South to North and after a couple of months off I'm starting to job hunt and am aware a big beard isn't everyone's taste. I liked it but I have to say it was also getting to the point I wasn't feeling tidy enough for interviews. So I've stripped back and am slightly in mourning.
I am not saying the trimmed beard does not look good, but I am always a little sad when a bearded brother trims or shaves a good looking beard. Hopefully after you land a job it will be back bigger and better.
-
ah. it's cool. I didn't have masses taken off the length and it's not as short as it looks in the pic. To be honest it did feel a bit scruffy. My beard is quite curly and it did feel a bit unkempt. I'm kinda liking it now it's a bit more styled. I think it's a bit more me!
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.tapatalk-cdn.com%2F16%2F02%2F04%2F51403b29991026b1ad4631e395c71c6e.jpg&hash=3145b9915b73cab09d6c6204f8f2242a37abd59b)
It looks less short in the pic I took yesterday than when the barber styled it.
-
my long beard and my head shaved 5 days
-
Looks sharp, Stn87.
How many weeks/months have you been growing it?
-
8)
Looks sharp, Stn87.
How many weeks/months have you been growing it?
usually I cut my beard leaving it in a length of 3 mm . however three weeks I've grown a beard without trimming ago.
-
my long beard and my head shaved 5 days
Looking good!
-
Nice beard, stn! Overall, bald and bearded really suits you.
-
Thanks guys! :)
-
Time for an update. I think it's finally starting to look like a beard again!
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs17.postimg.org%2Ff145ye2zz%2FPhoto_on_2_7_16_at_09_35.jpg&hash=0b14d1aee4506a2837e4afc4b08ad8b7bb526714) (http://postimage.org/)
-
Dober, looking good my friend! Keep it up!
-
Looks great, DoberDaddy.
-
Beard perfection Dober!
-
DD , beard looks great , nice and full , good coverage. How many months growth?
-
Seem to remember you used to have goatee. Is the full beard a permanent feature ?
For now.
-
Still looking great Razor.
-
my long beard and my head shaved 5 days
Looks great, stn87!
-
It doesn't feel as short today. Once interviews are out of tge way I'll go longer but not sure I want bulk as I just feel scruffy.
I know what you mean. And it always takes a few days to adjust after trimming back a bit.
-
Still looking great Razor.
Thanks.
-
I've been gradually letting the mustache get a little fuller. And it looks like Ive finally reached the point where my beard is mostly grey. I've been trying to convince myself for a while that the color transition wouldn't be that big a deal but I think the change is quite dramatic.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F0b846e54b11d162263fa4f07aecf106f_zpsigvxojtx.jpg&hash=a8ee2e10aeb9dd9ae98b0373c27f535b562f38b0) (http://s318.photobucket.com/user/rhorgan68/media/0b846e54b11d162263fa4f07aecf106f_zpsigvxojtx.jpg.html)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F8edd67393776d4600bde1a78df4effb4_zpss6rmpezv.jpg&hash=6a3d624e4afab6e12f6359bb2cc11232487a2d6b) (http://s318.photobucket.com/user/rhorgan68/media/8edd67393776d4600bde1a78df4effb4_zpss6rmpezv.jpg.html)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F23e60bd7c8a2332e94d3b041f461c0ba_zps8dmxcjks.jpg&hash=cfece0ca9d64a49c8c5bf9ba2c28e2ff68161223) (http://s318.photobucket.com/user/rhorgan68/media/23e60bd7c8a2332e94d3b041f461c0ba_zps8dmxcjks.jpg.html)
-
I've been gradually letting the mustache get a little fuller. And it looks like Ive finally reached the point where my beard is mostly grey. I've been trying to convince myself for a while that the color transition wouldn't be that big a deal but I think the change is quite dramatic.
Razor...
I think you look AWESOME!
S
-
Razor,
The color transition looks great.
No need to worry about it.
-
The beard looks really great Razor, the colours give it character.
-
My opinion is still on file. ;)
-
Thanks, guys! ;)
-
Almost six months old.
My wife calls it my Midlife Crisis.
(Too bad I am nowhere near recovering!)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs10.postimg.org%2Flw0twwhh5%2Fimage.jpg&hash=32e83047ad228324c042b5afa4b88fa9ef60af63) (http://postimage.org/)
-
Almost six months old.
My wife calls it my Midlife Crisis.
(Too bad I am nowhere near recovering!)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs10.postimg.org%2Flw0twwhh5%2Fimage.jpg&hash=32e83047ad228324c042b5afa4b88fa9ef60af63) (http://postimage.org/)
That's the problem. Once you get used to a little (or a lot of) extra length, it's very hard to go back to shorter. I looked back at some of my photos from 2-3 months ago and cringed. We're o a dangerous, slippery slope. ;)
Yours looks great, BTW.
-
The beard looks really great Razor, the colours give it character.
Yes, characters like Santa Claus or Gandalf. :D
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs7.postimg.org%2Fuk1ds020b%2Fbeard.jpg&hash=c47d04ca07936af3114ec262f17785086e29cd21) (http://postimage.org/). Thats the best i got mine up to .It can be a very infuriating process .I wasn't happy with the thickness in some parts so shaved it closer and hope it gets a bit thicker over time
-
Don't you dare trim it between now and when we meet up in March or I might not recognise you.
Roger
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs7.postimg.org%2Fuk1ds020b%2Fbeard.jpg&hash=c47d04ca07936af3114ec262f17785086e29cd21) (http://postimage.org/). Thats the best i got mine up to .It can be a very infuriating process .I wasn't happy with the thickness in some parts so shaved it closer and hope it gets a bit thicker over time
Looks good!
-
Looks good, Kerryman.
-
Looks great!
-
Beards looking great Razor
CD you're is huge now
Nice pic Kerryman
-
Too late for mine i gave it chop .Mine was growing faster under the chin then some parts of the face so im trying to wait for the face hair to get nice and thick before regrowing
-
Totally envious of some of the beards in this thread. I've tried growing out a long lumberjack beard, but I find my facial hair just doesn't grow in thick enough so it looks kind of ratty. So I just try to keep it short and tidy.
-
Totally envious of some of the beards in this thread. I've tried growing out a long lumberjack beard, but I find my facial hair just doesn't grow in thick enough so it looks kind of ratty. So I just try to keep it short and tidy.
It looks pretty good from your avatar.
-
Totally envious of some of the beards in this thread. I've tried growing out a long lumberjack beard, but I find my facial hair just doesn't grow in thick enough so it looks kind of ratty. So I just try to keep it short and tidy.
You probably just need to give it more time - most beards have that look when first growing out. Grow beyond the length you want, and then when you trim back the thin ends it will look much fuller.
-
Totally envious of some of the beards in this thread. I've tried growing out a long lumberjack beard, but I find my facial hair just doesn't grow in thick enough so it looks kind of ratty. So I just try to keep it short and tidy.
It looks pretty good from your avatar.
Thanks, Sly Mike.
Totally envious of some of the beards in this thread. I've tried growing out a long lumberjack beard, but I find my facial hair just doesn't grow in thick enough so it looks kind of ratty. So I just try to keep it short and tidy.
You probably just need to give it more time - most beards have that look when first growing out. Grow beyond the length you want, and then when you trim back the thin ends it will look much fuller.
That makes sense, I'll give it a shot. I'm always trying to get a better beard to go with the dome.
-
Totally envious of some of the beards in this thread. I've tried growing out a long lumberjack beard, but I find my facial hair just doesn't grow in thick enough so it looks kind of ratty. So I just try to keep it short and tidy.
It looks pretty good from your avatar.
Thanks, Sly Mike.
Totally envious of some of the beards in this thread. I've tried growing out a long lumberjack beard, but I find my facial hair just doesn't grow in thick enough so it looks kind of ratty. So I just try to keep it short and tidy.
You probably just need to give it more time - most beards have that look when first growing out. Grow beyond the length you want, and then when you trim back the thin ends it will look much fuller.
That makes sense, I'll give it a shot. I'm always trying to get a better beard to go with the dome.
There are various beard boards on the internet that you can check out for tips on how to get the beard that you want and how much time you may need. Good luck!
-
I've tried growing out a long lumberjack beard, but I find my facial hair just doesn't grow in thick enough so it looks kind of ratty.
Picking up on what the gentlemen before me have said, beards are odd in how they grow in. Cheeks grow at a different pace than the mustache which grows differently than the neck that likewise grows at a speed different from the jaw and chin. Then there are the various grains of the growth patterns (my neck's beard grows up while every other area points downward).
The best thing to do is to let it grow out for a while, then trim it up to make it uniform when it gets to the mass/length you want.
-
I think in most cases the beard we end up with is quite different from what we had visualized when we were starting out. I think the key is to just let it grow out and see what direction it want to go in naturally -- and then trim/style to complement what Mother Nature started.
-
This is all great advice guys. The beard I have now is about 1.5 months old, I'll give another month or so and see where that takes me. Hopefully I'll have a good beard going by the spring.
-
This is all great advice guys. The beard I have now is about 1.5 months old, I'll give another month or so and see where that takes me. Hopefully I'll have a good beard going by the spring.
You've got a good one going now.
-
This I'm not so sure about:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2Ff99f1e7d268d43885fb0b2aaa57e138d_zps84ledeq1.jpg&hash=f2f91182579d626d6b27e8aa7ff21d2013459846) (http://s318.photobucket.com/user/rhorgan68/media/f99f1e7d268d43885fb0b2aaa57e138d_zps84ledeq1.jpg.html)
-
Good expanse, Razor.
If mine was that thick, I would be waxing and shaping it.
-
Good expanse, Razor.
If mine was that thick, I would be waxing and shaping it.
I'm not ready to venture out in public like that yet.
-
That an excellent new beard DoberDaddy, keep it up!
-
Almost six months old.
My wife calls it my Midlife Crisis.
(Too bad I am nowhere near recovering!)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs10.postimg.org%2Flw0twwhh5%2Fimage.jpg&hash=32e83047ad228324c042b5afa4b88fa9ef60af63) (http://postimage.org/)
That's the problem. Once you get used to a little (or a lot of) extra length, it's very hard to go back to shorter. I looked back at some of my photos from 2-3 months ago and cringed. We're o a dangerous, slippery slope. ;)
Yours looks great, BTW.
I'm going to second both statements here. Once you get used to a little extra length it really does get locked into your mind as your normal and correct length and pics with a shorter beard really look strange. I still remember a time long ago I decided to go beyond the half inch guard on my clippers and got really self conscience as it grew beyond my comfort zone. Looking back it seems so absurd.
-
I noticed that Beardman disappeared from this thread he created, but I always hoped he'd return. Now when I open the thread the pic he posted in the original post is now broken link. I'm pretty confident that he must have shaved and moved on. Kinda sad since he was so proud of it and encouraging of others here.
-
This is all great advice guys. The beard I have now is about 1.5 months old, I'll give another month or so and see where that takes me. Hopefully I'll have a good beard going by the spring.
You've got a good one going now.
Thanks Razor, you've got an amazing beard btw.
-
This is all great advice guys. The beard I have now is about 1.5 months old, I'll give another month or so and see where that takes me. Hopefully I'll have a good beard going by the spring.
You've got a good one going now.
Thanks Razor, you've got an amazing beard btw.
Thanks
-
I noticed that Beardman disappeared from this thread he created, but I always hoped he'd return. Now when I open the thread the pic he posted in the original post is now broken link. I'm pretty confident that he must have shaved and moved on. Kinda sad since he was so proud of it and encouraging of others here.
Not necessarily. He just seems to have stopped participating in the forum.
-
In stark contrast to X's perfect beard, this is what I wake up to.
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/2524225/photos/beard/IMG_2559.jpg)
A little beard balm and a brush will tame it somewhat, but it's getting to the point where it's not gonna do anything good, so this is the time of year I usually chop it back.
-
SlyBear: A few seconds under a blow dryer might make a difference. ;)
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F6d642051ef89885667589f1cf7ab6c97_zpsthham9yd.jpg&hash=49d3c3103938d456721d03a2e767e015239b9197)
-
Razor, the handlebar is a nice fit!
-
Razor, it is a good look for you.
-
Thanks. It needs to grow some more and I need more practice on how to get it to look right,
-
Still trying to perfect the technique. i think this is a little better but I still feel like Snidely Whiplash. :D
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F9d15c5661f330d1c8f6a516da6167682_zpso7kqaiqm.jpg&hash=bb4f64051b0294395c93ed83f53b98727439d63a)
-
It looks good, Razor.
I think you hit a keeper.
-
Still trying to perfect the technique. i think this is a little better but I still feel like Snidely Whiplash. :D
Nya-nya-nya!
-
I still feel like Snidely Whiplash.
I don't see it. He had black hair.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs21.postimg.org%2Fa2cijn9mf%2Fimage.jpg&hash=fe04abf0244feca9e2e5ebba93c7843adc6abeed) (http://postimage.org/)
-
I still feel like Snidely Whiplash.
I don't see it. He had black hair.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs21.postimg.org%2Fa2cijn9mf%2Fimage.jpg&hash=fe04abf0244feca9e2e5ebba93c7843adc6abeed) (http://postimage.org/)
Details, shmetails. :D
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F7b76f8ecf56673bf8db0f89720bfd1df_zpszgnwflq3.jpg&hash=168f1371b44a6672411c03b266c99c55eb8f2aca)
-
Beard looks amazing! Razor x
Not a fan of the handlebar. Bit too 70's gay for me and I say that as a gay man!! (Don't be offended!!_
-
Not a fan of the handlebar. Bit too 70's gay for me and I say that as a gay man!! (Don't be offended!!_
Not offended. I'm not really sure I like it myself and probably would not venture out in public with it like that. I've been trying to let the mustache get a little fuller and the ends now tend to curl up a bit on their own. Been playing around with the handlebar as a means to train the hairs to lie to the sides.
-
Well if anyone can pull of the 70's leatherdaddy look, it's you Razor. :*))
I trimmed my beard down for an interview. I've just moved North and kind of taking a sabbatical and applying for things that interest me. I went for an interview but they decided I would get bored and there would not be enough to fit skills (Surely it's their job to see if I have the right skills and mine to only apply for jobs I think are enough but hey)
My beard has grown back but I think I'm gonna trim back to my stubble beard shortly. I'm kinda bored of rocking the same look and want to change up my style a bit.
-
That should say GROWN back not BROWN back but forum won't let me edit currently!
-
Well if anyone can pull of the 70's leatherdaddy look, it's you Razor. :*))
I trimmed my beard down for an interview. I've just moved North and kind of taking a sabbatical and applying for things that interest me. I went for an interview but they decided I would get bored and there would not be enough to fit skills (Surely it's their job to see if I have the right skills and mine to only apply for jobs I think are enough but hey)
My beard has grown back but I think I'm gonna trim back to my stubble beard shortly. I'm kinda bored of rocking the same look and want to change up my style a bit.
It is just my personal opinion but you look younger, (and definitely more handsome) with the stubble beard.
-
It was 2 years ago so I was younger!
Not sure whether I will do it. Will wait till my next trim and go from there, it'll be nice to have a change I guess, which I can't do from growing hair but then if I want to grow back I will.
I do think this forum has taken a bit of a turn for the worst recently as every new member that posts asking for advice on their receeding hairline is now told as standard to grow some facial hair, like every bald guy MUST have a beard.
-
Well if anyone can pull of the 70's leatherdaddy look, it's you Razor. :*))
Thanks .... I guess. :-\
-
ha ha. Just the first thing I think of when I see a handlebar
-
Breard what breard
-
Handlebars seem like they'd be very high maintenance and constantly falling apart or failing to be symmetrical, and it also seems like a thick mustache like yours would need a lot of length in order to wax up in such a way they would hold all day.
-
Well if anyone can pull of the 70's leatherdaddy look, it's you Razor. :*))
I trimmed my beard down for an interview. I've just moved North and kind of taking a sabbatical and applying for things that interest me. I went for an interview but they decided I would get bored and there would not be enough to fit skills (Surely it's their job to see if I have the right skills and mine to only apply for jobs I think are enough but hey)
My beard has grown back but I think I'm gonna trim back to my stubble beard shortly. I'm kinda bored of rocking the same look and want to change up my style a bit.
I personally think that the fuller beard looks amazing.
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F045ef0a0ff9297acd9e8cef051e671a6_zpstawzw23e.jpg&hash=4b67b8db80884f5446c9b0bd7926aefede475e68)
-
I personally think that the fuller beard looks amazing.
That's my thinking too, but if you don't want a full beard right now whether it's for the interviews or a need to change then I'd recommend shaving down to an adequately long goatee or shaving the beard of altogether. In other words if the beard is just to much beard then you're better off doing a goatee or shaved face right than doing a beard wrong. Stubble just looks unkempt.
-
I personally think that the fuller beard looks amazing.
That's my thinking too, but if you don't want a full beard right now whether it's for the interviews or a need to change then I'd recommend shaving down to an adequately long goatee or shaving the beard of altogether. In other words if the beard is just to much beard then you're better off doing a goatee or shaved face right than doing a beard wrong. Stubble just looks unkempt.
-
Just a little over six months of the full beard, and just shy of six inches in length.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs10.postimg.org%2Fkuqfqibi1%2Fimage.jpg&hash=47089ba4eb321f94f9c8b16b09209749ebe61c4f) (http://postimage.org/)
Wish I could accessorize with a cool helmet...
-
Wish I could accessorize with a cool helmet...
Why can't you? :D
Impressive amount of growth in a short period of time. O0
-
Most impressive Tom.
-
Just a little over six months of the full beard, and just shy of six inches in length.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs10.postimg.org%2Fkuqfqibi1%2Fimage.jpg&hash=47089ba4eb321f94f9c8b16b09209749ebe61c4f) (http://postimage.org/)
Wish I could accessorize with a cool helmet...
Awesome!
-
Just realised that it has been about six months since the big CHOP!
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs12.postimg.org%2Fwq44loewd%2FPhoto_on_16_03_2016_at_08_16.jpg&hash=d179980e6949825d314b37643a69b382cd634e9a) (http://postimage.org/)
-
Nice beard, Dober Daddy!
-
Just realised that it has been about six months since the big CHOP!
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs12.postimg.org%2Fwq44loewd%2FPhoto_on_16_03_2016_at_08_16.jpg&hash=d179980e6949825d314b37643a69b382cd634e9a) (http://postimage.org/)
It's back!
-
Nice return, Dober.
-
I personally think that the fuller beard looks amazing.
That's my thinking too, but if you don't want a full beard right now whether it's for the interviews or a need to change then I'd recommend shaving down to an adequately long goatee or shaving the beard of altogether. In other words if the beard is just to much beard then you're better off doing a goatee or shaved face right than doing a beard wrong. Stubble just looks unkempt.
Me and goatees don't get on an I find shaping them too high maintenance. I' not very good at that ha ha! I've just left it whilst I make up my mind but it's been thickening up!
I find stubble pretty easy and tidy, which is why I keep hovering with the clippers
-
All these beards make me want to grow mine out longer!
Had various beards and facial hairs over the last decade. Been sporting the full beard for about two years.
-
All these beards make me want to grow mine out longer!
Had various beards and facial hairs over the last decade. Been sporting the full beard for about two years.
Looks great Alex. Go for it!
Steve
-
The beard definitely suits you, Alex. I actually think your current length is pretty perfect.
-
The beard definitely suits you, Alex. I actually think your current length is pretty perfect.
Thanks. It's a little bit longer than I usually keep it, but I like the length it's at right now too.
-
Sober, your beard is looking great! Your old beard was one of the things inspiring me to grow mine long! I am sure that in no time, you will grow longer than me as mine seems to be stunted....at least for now! Glad you are growing it back!
-
Hi Steve.
I was always worried when you shaved it off and pleased it is backa. Hope the Israelis did not try and recruit you to their army.
looking good.
Nuts
-
Hi Steve.
I was always worried when you shaved it off and pleased it is backa. Hope the Israelis did not try and recruit you to their army.
looking good.
Nuts
Thanks!
I am a bit too old for the army.
S.
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs29.postimg.org%2Fofluw2qnr%2FKIMG0104.jpg&hash=e0787fbeeecec5acb87c78c8ff18af7360f87ddc) (http://postimage.org/)
Six weeks after I no guarded it for a Mardi Gras Ball...and avoided Barbershops
-
All these beards make me want to grow mine out longer!
Know what you mean. I've been away from SBG for a few weeks and return to all this !
-
You have some good coverage going there, Sir Harry.
-
You have some good coverage going there, Sir Harry.
Thanks, man....I'm trying to get on your level, but I can only go so far due to job restrictions (fitting of dust masks). Another reason to look forward to retirement.
-
I've just left it whilst I make up my mind but it's been thickening up!
Your beard is preposterous. I rather like it !
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs29.postimg.org%2Fofluw2qnr%2FKIMG0104.jpg&hash=e0787fbeeecec5acb87c78c8ff18af7360f87ddc) (http://postimage.org/)
Six weeks after I no guarded it for a Mardi Gras Ball...and avoided Barbershops
Nice!
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs29.postimg.org%2Fofluw2qnr%2FKIMG0104.jpg&hash=e0787fbeeecec5acb87c78c8ff18af7360f87ddc) (http://postimage.org/)
Six weeks after I no guarded it for a Mardi Gras Ball...and avoided Barbershops
Looking good, Harry. I think that is the longest I have seen your beard, and impressive for only 6 weeks.
-
I've just left it whilst I make up my mind but it's been thickening up!
Your beard is preposterous. I rather like it !
Eh?
-
I've been fighting a losing battle with this mustache, which is determined to curl up into a handlebarrish style.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F9dae0f7c3e5da9b9978a7f370fa2f637_zpsecsl31nh.jpg&hash=33002baba4db6f1c663388ec9a02e8fc9e409402)
-
Eh?
It's a great beard. Probably suffering from a bit of beard envy !!
-
I've been fighting a losing battle with this mustache, which is determined to curl up into a handlebarrish style.
Sure, Razor, rub it in.
-
It's a great beard. Probably suffering from a bit of beard envy !!
I concur with Mr Jules, BeardBald.
-
I've been fighting a losing battle with this mustache, which is determined to curl up into a handlebarrish style.
Sure, Razor, rub it in.
I guess the grass is always greener .... ;)
-
I've been fighting a losing battle with this mustache, which is determined to curl up into a handlebarrish style.
A handlebar moustache without the time and expense of applying wax. Count yourself lucky ! No ifs, no buts: 'bars add class.
Eating was becoming troublesome, so I went to the barber's for the first time in 2 months. (can't get the picture to rotate)
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs29.postimg.org%2Fofluw2qnr%2FKIMG0104.jpg&hash=e0787fbeeecec5acb87c78c8ff18af7360f87ddc) (http://postimage.org/)
Six weeks after I no guarded it for a Mardi Gras Ball...and avoided Barbershops
Nice!
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs29.postimg.org%2Fofluw2qnr%2FKIMG0104.jpg&hash=e0787fbeeecec5acb87c78c8ff18af7360f87ddc) (http://postimage.org/)
Six weeks after I no guarded it for a Mardi Gras Ball...and avoided Barbershops
Looking good, Harry. I think that is the longest I have seen your beard, and impressive for only 6 weeks.
Thanks guys...The growth was kind of accelerated by everyday shampooing plus sleeping with beeswax grease embedded in it...I'm going to try to keep going until my boss raises a stink about it...
-
I've been fighting a losing battle with this mustache, which is determined to curl up into a handlebarrish style.
A handlebar moustache without the time and expense of applying wax. Count yourself lucky ! No ifs, no buts: 'bars add class.
Eating was becoming troublesome, so I went to the barber's for the first time in 2 months. (can't get the picture to rotate)
Trim looks good. Know what you mean about eating becoming cumbersome. I've chewed on my stache more times than I care to admit. :)
-
Know what you mean about eating becoming cumbersome. I've chewed on my stache more times than I care to admit. :)
Been there. Chewed that !
Napkins are a permanent feature these days. Frothy beer can be 'fun'.
Seeing as I get far more comments about the beard and 'tache than the shiny bald head, it's all worthwhile !
-
All these monster beards are making me very envious. Harry that is the longest I have ever seen yours. Mine is trimmed down for my trip round the southern states.
nuts
-
It's been a while since I posted on this thread, so here's my beard update: just passed the YEARD, now going for the TWEARD ;)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs24.postimg.org%2F6bublp35x%2FIMG_3474.jpg&hash=af8d3f2e98fed2b8e75e46edc70c1d34cff321dd) (http://postimage.org/)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs15.postimg.org%2Ftpi87zupn%2FIMG_3561.jpg&hash=d1045bdfcd7c3effca0338357bf18d3595f5ace0) (http://postimage.org/)
-
Well done, zettaeffe!
-
Congratulations, Zetaeffe!
-
Thank you bearded fellows!! ;)
-
Zettaeffe,
Been following you for years. Your beard looks its' most amazing ever!
It's been a while since I posted on this thread, so here's my beard update: just passed the YEARD, now going for the TWEARD ;)
-
Update time!
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs22.postimg.org%2Fkw1ugn481%2FNew_beard.jpg&hash=95db4695ba379f74190e05a321261269aeb3ce98) (http://postimage.org/)
New barber. 40 minute bus ride, 90 minute wait, worth every minute!
-
Looks fantastic, especially with the great HB
-
Awesome look zetaeffe! Yours is looking good too DoberDaddy!
-
Zettaeffe,
Been following you for years. Your beard looks its' most amazing ever!
It's been a while since I posted on this thread, so here's my beard update: just passed the YEARD, now going for the TWEARD ;)
Thank you Dober, yours is much better! Love the new shape after the barber trim.
I'm not done with my look yet: scalp is totally smooth for sure, but the beard is a work in progress, next goal the tweard, and then we'll see :-)
-
Awesome look zetaeffe! Yours is looking good too DoberDaddy!
Thank you AJ!! i really love your look too!!
I do agree that "Bald Head and Full Beard: Awesome combination" ;)
-
Mine pales in comparison, but this is just under eight months' growth.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs24.postimg.org%2F5k0fih1o5%2Fimage.jpg&hash=866ba9d4b6a9c1ea08e7afba511331b09618b29d) (http://postimage.org/)
-
Mine pales in comparison, but this is just under eight months' growth.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs24.postimg.org%2F5k0fih1o5%2Fimage.jpg&hash=866ba9d4b6a9c1ea08e7afba511331b09618b29d) (http://postimage.org/)
give it some months and your beard will get better than mine!
-
All looking good!
Dober, I love the shaping!
-
Looking great zetaeffe, Dober Daddy and Cave Dweller! That motivates me to keep mine going...Nice job, guys!
-
I've been fighting a losing battle with this mustache, which is determined to curl up into a handlebarrish style.
Hey Razor... how are things going with the beard/stache? You letting things grow?
-
Hey Razor... how are things going with the beard/stache? You letting things grow?
No, I got frustrated with it and trimmed it back a bit
-
Great beards zetaeffe, Dober Daddy & Cave Dweller!
-
Update time!
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs22.postimg.org%2Fkw1ugn481%2FNew_beard.jpg&hash=95db4695ba379f74190e05a321261269aeb3ce98) (http://postimage.org/)
New barber. 40 minute bus ride, 90 minute wait, worth every minute!
Dober, that is an immaculate looking trim. Does is still look that neat a few days after the trim?
-
I'll say ahead of time that I haven't shaved my head yet today and my beard is in need of a minor trim but here ya go! This is a 4.5 month beard for me with some trims every few weeks
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs31.postimg.org%2Fhsxir6g8r%2Fimage.jpg&hash=0e57f2abba07e00b7c99e78af5935bd31c687394) (http://postimage.org/)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs31.postimg.org%2F5s2vyyu2j%2Fimage.jpg&hash=b1b31c8d718c89837f04a16adeb3978e11cdebeb) (http://postimage.org/)
-
Nice beard, SlyCat.
-
Thanks!
-
Great look
-
I'll say ahead of time that I haven't shaved my head yet today and my beard is in need of a minor trim but here ya go! This is a 4.5 month beard for me with some trims every few weeks
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs31.postimg.org%2Fhsxir6g8r%2Fimage.jpg&hash=0e57f2abba07e00b7c99e78af5935bd31c687394) (http://postimage.org/)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs31.postimg.org%2F5s2vyyu2j%2Fimage.jpg&hash=b1b31c8d718c89837f04a16adeb3978e11cdebeb) (http://postimage.org/)
Even with the head not shaved, the beard blends in well!
-
Update time!
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs22.postimg.org%2Fkw1ugn481%2FNew_beard.jpg&hash=95db4695ba379f74190e05a321261269aeb3ce98) (http://postimage.org/)
New barber. 40 minute bus ride, 90 minute wait, worth every minute!
Dober, that is an immaculate looking trim. Does is still look that neat a few days after the trim?
Yes, even a couple of weeks out, looks amazing. Am not doing the handlebars all the time, big PITA!
-
Man, Dober, I can only wish mine could get that kind of shape!
And PITA or not, that handlebar is excellent!
-
Napkins are a permanent feature these days. Frothy beer can be 'fun'.
Seeing as I get far more comments about the beard and 'tache than the shiny bald head, it's all worthwhile !
Bottled beer was designed for guys with mustaches in mind O0
I eat a lot of burritos and generally keep my mustache untrimmed until it makes eating too difficult then I cut it back a bit.
I learned a few years ago that a bigger mustache works better with a beard than a short one, but long mustaches make life difficult. At some point function wins out over form with me.
-
I like the results of Sir Harry's and Cave Dweller's new longer beards, and Zetaeffe's yeard is looking great. You guys are going outside your norm into uncharted territory so just remember that once you truly get beyond a length you like you can always trim back to what you have now instead of taking it all off. I think it's important to keep that in mind since I see a lot of guys going longer beards that they profess to love, get beyond a certain point, and then buzz it all back down to the length they had kept prior to trying out a longer length.
DoberDaddy's has clearly recovered and proves that a big beard can look perfectly groomed O0
SlyCatCrossing that's one fine beard you brought to the table! Keep it up!
-
Scientific proof that my shaved head is hotter than my beard :o
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FBeard%2F20151221_143917_zpspg76yaet.jpg&hash=8c5447c07c45ce1e2e3834137af61abd231e5285)
I like how the blue part of the section where I keep my beard tucked up.
-
I decided since it was summer to trim up the beard, and try out the tailback style.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs32.postimg.org%2Fixdaq2rdx%2FIMG_20160501_192406666.jpg&hash=0cc38e6e52d206a4d41f6bb1f87f8da6cb121972) (http://postimage.org/)
-
I decided since it was summer to trim up the beard, and try out the tailback style.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs32.postimg.org%2Fixdaq2rdx%2FIMG_20160501_192406666.jpg&hash=0cc38e6e52d206a4d41f6bb1f87f8da6cb121972) (http://postimage.org/)
Nice blending job on the sides!
-
The tailback looks great!
-
Very happy with my beard thickness / length these days but very tempted to shave it down to a van dyke for the summer and wax my handlebar moustache a bit more. Depends how warm the English summer gets 😀😀
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs19.postimg.org%2F4yfjyroqr%2Fimage.jpg&hash=b2189eaf897de67952369ee73b40a131becf9454) (http://postimage.org/)
-
Very happy with my beard thickness / length these days but very tempted to shave it down to a van dyke for the summer and wax my handlebar moustache a bit more. Depends how warm the English summer gets 😀😀
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs19.postimg.org%2F4yfjyroqr%2Fimage.jpg&hash=b2189eaf897de67952369ee73b40a131becf9454) (http://postimage.org/)
Don't get the logic? Beards keep you cooler in summer, know fact. Protect your face from sun (ok, UK, occasional break in the clouds). Shaving makes your skin more sensitive, and then you perspire on said scraped skin.
-
Very happy with my beard thickness / length these days but very tempted to shave it down to a van dyke for the summer and wax my handlebar moustache a bit more. Depends how warm the English summer gets 😀😀
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs19.postimg.org%2F4yfjyroqr%2Fimage.jpg&hash=b2189eaf897de67952369ee73b40a131becf9454) (http://postimage.org/)
Don't get the logic? Beards keep you cooler in summer, know fact. Protect your face from sun (ok, UK, occasional break in the clouds). Shaving makes your skin more sensitive, and then you perspire on said scraped skin.
You make some convincing arguments for not shaving it down. I always find the logic of beards keeping you cooler hard to digest but it is true of course.
-
As a portly gentleman who is a professional brewer in florida where it's always hot I have a ton of first hand experience with this and I can confidently say you are at the perfect middle ground. Longer and it will feel like your face is wearing a wet wool coat, any shorter (or shaved) and you'll face irritation. Right now you will have sweat pulled away without your face feeling heavy or covered.
-
As a portly gentleman who is a professional brewer in florida where it's always hot I have a ton of first hand experience with this and I can confidently say you are at the perfect middle ground. Longer and it will feel like your face is wearing a wet wool coat, any shorter (or shaved) and you'll face irritation. Right now you will have sweat pulled away without your face feeling heavy or covered.
Thanks for your insight! Great comment!
-
I decided since it was summer to trim up the beard, and try out the tailback style.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs32.postimg.org%2Fixdaq2rdx%2FIMG_20160501_192406666.jpg&hash=0cc38e6e52d206a4d41f6bb1f87f8da6cb121972) (http://postimage.org/)
Nice blending job on the sides!
Thanks Harry!
-
The tailback looks great!
[/quote
Thanks Tobler, figured it was the time to change it up a bit and give it a shot.
-
I decided since it was summer to trim up the beard, and try out the tailback style.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs32.postimg.org%2Fixdaq2rdx%2FIMG_20160501_192406666.jpg&hash=0cc38e6e52d206a4d41f6bb1f87f8da6cb121972) (http://postimage.org/)
Nice blending job on the sides!
Thanks Harry!
Looks great!
-
I fell out of love with my beard a few weeks ago but remembered last time I shaved it I regretted. Although the little voices in my head kept telling me to get rid, I kept it and now I'm glad I did as I'm back on side liking it again
-
I fell out of love with my beard a few weeks ago but remembered last time I shaved it I regretted. Although the little voices in my head kept telling me to get rid, I kept it and now I'm glad I did as I'm back on side liking it again
Looks AMAZING!!!!
-
I fell out of love with my beard a few weeks ago but remembered last time I shaved it I regretted. Although the little voices in my head kept telling me to get rid, I kept it and now I'm glad I did as I'm back on side liking it again
Looks great Beardbald!
-
Glad you thought about it first, BeardBald.
It would be a shame to lose that beard again.
-
Excellent beard, beardbald; glad you kept it.
-
Sometimes I think instead of shaving the whole thing off give it a little trim . Sometimes it just needs a little maintenance to leave it on. Much better than having to start all over again. Have to admit any time I did a complete shave , wish I hadn't.
-
Never ever rush into shaving off a beard. Looks good Beardbald with a trim.
-
Keep the beard, it looks great and it's a great colour
-
Just about to hit nine months' worth of growth, and the curls have returned.
My head's hair was extremely wavy (to the point that if I did not keep it short or go to great efforts to straighten it, the horseshoe would curl up and give me a Bozo the Clown look) so I am not greatly surprised that the beard has the same characteristics. I just never anticipated curly cheeks or a beard that could tickle my ears.
Someone suggested using a blowdryer to get the hairs to flatten out. Ugh. That was a device I was happy to put down when I picked up the razor and went smooth.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs32.postimg.org%2Fxkibebb7p%2Fimage.jpg&hash=e905a318cc59b30a8d024d2909e8eee9c5514a79) (http://postimage.org/)
-
Cave Dweller some may call that wavy, some may call it curly, but most would call it what I do. AWESOME!!!!!!
-
It looks great to me Cave Dweller
-
Just about to hit nine months' worth of growth, and the curls have returned.
My head's hair was extremely wavy (to the point that if I did not keep it short or go to great efforts to straighten it, the horseshoe would curl up and give me a Bozo the Clown look) so I am not greatly surprised that the beard has the same characteristics. I just never anticipated curly cheeks or a beard that could tickle my ears.
Someone suggested using a blowdryer to get the hairs to flatten out. Ugh. That was a device I was happy to put down when I picked up the razor and went smooth.
I don't think I've ever seen anything like that before. I suppose that additional length will eventually add some weight and straighten it out.
-
Just a quick follow up, I hit that new local barber I spoke of who specializes in beards and it was awesome! I got a nice shaping, trim, straight razor/hot lather outline, plus got to hangout with a cool like minded person while listening to black sabbath. All together it took about 40 mins and $15 (counting a $5 tip). If anyone lives in/near, or travels too, central Florida I HIGHLY suggest making an appointment with Cody at rusty razor barber shop in deland Fl. He also does full hot lather straight razor head shaves for $18, I just was on my lunch break so I didn't have time
-
It's always great to find that "right" barber who understands beards.
If mine only charged $18 for a head shave, I would be there at least once a week.
-
I don't think I've ever seen anything like that before. I suppose that additional length will eventually add some weight and straighten it out.
Mine does that to an even greater extent than Cave Dweller's. It's why I never grow it out beyond a couple of inches. Completely out of control, and no, extra length only makes it worse, not better.
Sigh.
And I have no idea why. Back in the last Ice Age when I had hair, it was very fine and very straight.
-
I can't make up my mind what to do with my beard. It's been two months since I last posted a pic in this thread. At that time I was letting it get a little longer. I got tired of the extra upkeep and trimmed it back around the beginning of April. Looking back at the older pics it looks longer than I'd remembered. Initially trimming back was a relief but now I'm starting to get the urge to go longer again. Maybe in the fall since I don't really want to try and keep a longer beard tidy in the summer.
One positive development is that I finally seem to have gotten past the awkward "patchy grey" stage. My chin is a lot greyer now but it's a lot more even and I think it looks a lot better.
Two months ago:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F9dae0f7c3e5da9b9978a7f370fa2f637_zpsecsl31nh.jpg&hash=33002baba4db6f1c663388ec9a02e8fc9e409402)
Today:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2F16ad4c97e8fe0550c08e0f4bef330978_zpsnjlxxcjn.jpg&hash=e13843d1823a5661f855c99045860444a94aa86d)
-
I use a blowdryer on my goatee everyday. Only take a minute, otherwise, I get wild hairs sticking out all over.
-
So do I. It doesn't lay properly if I don't.
-
I certainly understand that urge to go longer, Razor, but both are great looks for you.
-
Both look great but the longer one has great shape
-
So do I. It doesn't lay properly if I don't.
I like the shorter version , it just looks neater to me . Once past that certain length it takes to much maintenance, combing , washing , oiling , similar to having a full head of hair, LOL.
-
So do I. It doesn't lay properly if I don't.
I like the shorter version , it just looks neater to me . Once past that certain length it takes to much maintenance, combing , washing , oiling , similar to having a full head of hair, LOL.
That's exactly the problem. When I see pictures where it looked good I kind of miss it, but the truth is, getting to look good for a picture is one thing; getting to look good all the time was quite a challenge.
-
Another "long" pic:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2Fe9a121bfca8074d5a692a8a8de9d3452_zpstdu6fyvv.jpg&hash=13e4d033d0e7e4507ce56d18cbf491b4ad57601f)
-
Once past that certain length it takes to much maintenance, combing , washing , oiling , similar to having a full head of hair, LOL.
And the irony of that situation is not lost on some of us.
-
Razor, I'm not typically one to agree with a chin point like in your longer pic however you really can pull it off man. Look at it like growing a beard in general...if you an grow a killer beard that makes all the ladys second guess the baby faced little boy walking next to them then why not do it? Feel me brother?
-
Another "long" pic:
LOVE IT!
-
I think the shorter beard looks better, but that's only my opinion.
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi2.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fy19%2FBobJ%2F2600FE34-13A6-4966-8918-8E3DB9E13F47.jpg&hash=dbf7821446fd8cfdaad136b1bf8d46c75e5bad77)
I can just get it in the picture, also just shaved the head today too.
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi2.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fy19%2FBobJ%2F2600FE34-13A6-4966-8918-8E3DB9E13F47.jpg&hash=dbf7821446fd8cfdaad136b1bf8d46c75e5bad77)
I can just get it in the picture, also just shaved the head today too.
Wow!! Impressive! How long is it now?
-
So do I. It doesn't lay properly if I don't.
I like the shorter version , it just looks neater to me . Once past that certain length it takes to much maintenance, combing , washing , oiling , similar to having a full head of hair, LOL.
That's exactly the problem. When I see pictures where it looked good I kind of miss it, but the truth is, getting to look good for a picture is one thing; getting to look good all the time was quite a challenge.
You know my opinion Razor, a thick beard like yours deserves to be grown out. Nothing wrong with the shorter look, but you have awesome potential for a longer beard.
-
Nine months into the full beard. Three months before I decide what to do with it.
I still am hoping to get it long enough to touch my chest without bending my neck.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs33.postimg.org%2Fi0u6abmun%2Fimage.jpg&hash=890b0e274bce30fbf3473b8708c4b71fb3594d20) (http://postimage.org/)
-
I can just get it in the picture, also just shaved the head today too.
Incredible beard you have there, Sly Mike.
-
What do you think you will do when the three months are over, Cave Dweller?
-
Wow!! Impressive! How long is it now?
The longest part (from chin to end of hair is 14 inches, however the majority is a foot long.
Incredible beard you have there, Sly Mike.
Thanks!
-
(https://s31.postimg.org/wgou0glvf/20160630_1542551.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/nyfdw4fcn/)
-
How long have you been growing it, Jeff?
-
How long have you been growing it, Jeff?
Ive had it off and on for 15 years. I cant let it get as long as yours cave dweller, it drives me crazy any longer than it is now lol. I just like the bald look better with it.
-
Looks good, Jeff!
-
thanks Razor!
-
I cant let it get as long as yours cave dweller, it drives me crazy any longer than it is now lol. I just like the bald look better with it.
Actually, I wore mine closely cropped for about thirty-three years, and had gone down to just the circle for the last six. Then, about ten months ago, I decided on a whim one morning just to let it grow out and see what it looked like long.
Yours looks great, by the way.
-
Thanks Cave dweller
-
Saw your picture and thought I was looking at a picture of myself . Needless to say , your lookin good. O0
-
Just a quick follow up, I hit that new local barber I spoke of who specializes in beards and it was awesome! I got a nice shaping, trim, straight razor/hot lather outline, plus got to hangout with a cool like minded person while listening to black sabbath. All together it took about 40 mins and $15 (counting a $5 tip). If anyone lives in/near, or travels too, central Florida I HIGHLY suggest making an appointment with Cody at rusty razor barber shop in deland Fl. He also does full hot lather straight razor head shaves for $18, I just was on my lunch break so I didn't have time
It's good to know of one in the area that specializes in beards. I keep hoping I hit terminal length soon so that way I can trim it back to a 6" or so beard, so maybe when I do it would be best for a pro to do it so that I can copy what they do.
-
lol magoo
-
Moving beyond just a touch of grey
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2Fcc8cc441cb135ecc97ce3e8e7f028a47_zpsc7dyw5vo.jpg&hash=6f6ae4eccc49308a6574b06ea9a932c2c99ccb2e)
-
Yes sir, a couple more years and you can play bald Santa!
-
Yes sir, a couple more years and you can play bald Santa!
I don't think it will take too long; it's turning very quickly. Definitely have more grey than color now.
-
Moving beyond just a touch of grey
Still has a good blend, Razor.
-
I used to fret about going gray. By the time I graduated high school I already had my first Gray's, but just like when I started going bald I got over it and accepted it. Now it doesn't bother me as much.
-
(https://s31.postimg.org/54wmapptn/image.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/v0gctwrnb/)
-
Very nice, 4fit! I didn't realize from looking at your avatar pic that you have more than just the goatee!
-
Thank you, all the men in my family suffer from Schnauzer Face, black stache and upper chin and white cheeks. Dredded as a child as I knew my fate. Lol!
-
(https://s31.postimg.org/54wmapptn/image.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/v0gctwrnb/)
Very Nice 4fit!
-
Thx BigKen!
-
Thx BigKen!
O0 !
-
Maybe I should stay bald and bearded huh?
(https://s32.postimg.org/fgsq8jpwl/image.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/rio42oz4x/)
-
Maybe I should stay bald and bearded huh?
(https://s32.postimg.org/fgsq8jpwl/image.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/rio42oz4x/)
Wow, what a difference! You look good in this photo too.
-
Looks good, 4fif.
I like the contrast. (Both the beard and pics)
-
Looks good, 4fif.
I like the contrast. (Both the beard and pics)
Thank you, I am sticking with bald.......like I have a choice. LOL!
-
Thank you, all the men in my family suffer from Schnauzer Face, black stache and upper chin and white cheeks. Dredded as a child as I knew my fate. Lol!
Interesting name for it! 😆
-
You look better bald with a Schnauzer face, so you're a winner
-
You look better bald with a Schnauzer face, so you're a winner
Thank you Dragon. Ruff! Ruff!
-
Definitely a big improvement bald and bearded! lol
-
I will take that as a compliment.......I think.
-
Just right for you.
Nuts
-
Thanks nuts!
(https://s32.postimg.org/eawl2j3qd/image.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/kolo5s8m9/)
-
Eleven months into the full beard.
It is just under eight inches long.
Still not sure what I am going to do with it when it hits the Yeard next month.
(https://s32.postimg.org/8xi5tw89x/image.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/5qnma9ntt/)
-
Cave,
Your beard is really fast growing. You have surpassed me, I am at about 6-1/2 inches. It has been some time since I posted an update here, so here it is:
(https://s32.postimg.org/xejydag79/IMG_1123.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/eyzhfw22p/)
-
my goatee
(https://s32.postimg.org/70qe5bmv9/Me_July_18_2016_Horns_2.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/cowow7r7l/)
-
Cool. How do you get it shaped like a perfect triangle? Most goatees go straight down, but I would not expect you to have a "normal" goatee :)
-
Cool. How do you get it shaped like a perfect triangle? Most goatees go straight down, but I would not expect you to have a "normal" goatee :)
it just happened to turn out that way,I did not do any shaping,
but I did recolor it
(https://s31.postimg.org/3os9ycwa3/Me_Purple_Goatee_Horns_Aug_2_2016.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/dyuoxlm5j/)
-
7 months of growth with a little trimming along the way....
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fuploads.tapatalk-cdn.com%2F20160804%2F0891ae5158fb0dca1df1a95cf4bb9a41.jpg&hash=0c9cc7bcd31e59727f124f3329bc3329e337705f)
Sent from my SM-N910F using Tapatalk
-
7 months of growth with a little trimming along the way....
Great beard you have going, sir.
What length are you aiming for?
-
7 months of growth with a little trimming along the way....
Great beard you have going, sir.
What length are you aiming for?
Honestly I have no idea, I'll get to the 12 months and see, I'm a member of a couple of beard groups on Facebook and am in awe of some of the long beards, so I may commit to try and reach terminal length.
Thanks for the kind words too.
Sent from my SM-N910F using Tapatalk
-
it just happened to turn out that way...
I don't think "extraordinary" does it justice.
-
7 months of growth with a little trimming along the way....
Wow!
Looks awesome!
S
-
7 months of growth with a little trimming along the way....
That is a nice looking 7 month beard. Glad to see you over a JBB as well.
-
Thanks SlyBeard, looks like I'll be making a regular appearance over there too!
-
(https://s7.postimg.org/fg4khnpob/13884500_10153872103956801_102233394_n.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/nye0lzw6v/)
How I manage get mail delivered now!
-
How I manage get mail delivered now!
LOL
Great beard!
-
Recent pic from my holiday last week
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi2.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fy19%2FBobJ%2F13934972_1649735372011199_1227823771308636410_n.jpg&hash=0db09c1eaf8e4dfb5c82986e2b9a4742fa3f3708)
-
Cracking beard
-
Great picture.
Epic beard.
-
Very nice, Mike!
-
Major beard envy here, Mike.
Congratulations on that incredible mane.
-
Offtheclockuk, that beard looks great as is. I know you want to see it grow to terminal lengthy, but this is a great place to go back to when you are ready ( in my opinion)
Sly Mike, was your beard steering that boat? O0
-
Less than two weeks to go until the first year of the full beard.
After that, I still am not sure.
(https://s4.postimg.org/um6piiyod/image.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/qd1zgcvex/)
-
Bleach it white and you can play Santa.
-
Mine, on the other hand won't need much bleaching but t lacks sufficient length for Santa:
(https://s3.postimg.org/yobli1a3n/image.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/ptar7ilb3/)
-
Man, Cave Dweller your beard (or "yeard") looks amazing.
Razor and Sly Mike great beards as well.
-
Mine, on the other hand won't need much bleaching but t lacks sufficient length for Santa:
(https://s3.postimg.org/yobli1a3n/image.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/ptar7ilb3/)
You still have 4 months to get some length
-
I could theoretically add two inches between now and then. 😆
-
.
-
I was messing with my beard today and actually did a major trim. I had a long piece on my chin from when I only had a long goatee and after growing out my beard this piece was getting wispy and dangling a foot below the rest. I've been debating for a long time on evening things out and I finally did it. It was an interesting experience having done beard hair so long it would rest on my upper leg when it was wet in the shower, but having it even is so much better. I actually cut one hair at the skin to measure later lol.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FBeard%2F20160821_011631_Burst03_zps9ygukili.jpg&hash=2b476846a3422508f68280934d8a63bd8dff1d74)
-
looking great Rusty
-
Wow! You took off a lot!
-
I was messing with my beard today and actually did a major trim. I had a long piece on my chin from when I only had a long goatee and after growing out my beard this piece was getting wispy and dangling a foot below the rest. I've been debating for a long time on evening things out and I finally did it. It was an interesting experience having done beard hair so long it would rest on my upper leg when it was wet in the shower, but having it even is so much better. I actually cut one hair at the skin to measure later lol.
Wow! A foot cut and it is still that long. So how long has to goatee been growing to get to that length? Was it still growing or was it terminal?
-
Incredible, Rusty.
Your beard never ceases to amaze.
-
The full beard now is a Yeard!
(https://s12.postimg.org/4aakdeiq5/image.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/cfsmbk6yx/)
-
Looks great cave dweller, a really nice full beard.
-
Congratulations, Cave Dweller!
-
Yay on the Yeard, Cave Dweller! Mine is coming up September 15th.
-
Congratulations, Cave.
-
Thank you, gentlemen.
The best thing about growing a beard is that it is fairly effortless.
It just takes time and patience.
-
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs14.postimg.org%2Fdle5lzm5t%2FIMG_6640.jpg&hash=be1eb44c4b2f45290b5bb0f7f8b41f49a83bacf6) (http://postimg.org/image/xsrleajn1/)
-
Nice shaping, Razor.
Looks good.
-
Cave Dweller...
Congratulations on the Yeard, mine will be in 4 days.
Tweard?
S.
-
Tweard?
You bet, DoberDaddy! I am 13 months into it.
Congratulations in advance on your Yeard!
-
Razor, love the nicely shaped beard. I'm trying to grow the side in, not sure if I'll keep it.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs14.postimg.org%2Frh0bxvdkx%2FIMG_20150529_084330.jpg&hash=57a00309c9d59e1273a991a5c5aecddc3a84e87c) (http://postimg.org/image/cl1sqa265/)
-
Give it time, Reddog. Have you ever tried the full beard before?
-
Slybeard, I sported a full beard for many years, but not since I shaved my head. I got about this far last year, but thought it looked scruffy and shaved it back to the goatee.
-
Agree. Give it more time. And add a little length to your chin. A goatee can make the chin seem slightly longer and that effect can be lost when the rest of the beard grows in. Leaving the chin a little longer than the rest gets that look back. That's what worked for me, anyhow.
-
It's off to a good start, Reddog.
-
The full beard might add a few years in age IMO . But it wood look good either way .
-
#beardgang
-
#beardgang
Awesome!
-
Thanks Harry. Really loving the beard/bald combo, it's a great accessory to a bald head!
-
#beardgang
Perfect!
-
A year since the last "big chop".
Growing out the fringe for a while...
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs3.postimg.org%2Faw2aorswz%2FYeard_9_27_16.jpg&hash=2b147208ecaf1dd28cc3d86b2d9a09c3ad475209) (http://postimg.org/image/h9rds0xsv/)
-
A year since the last "big chop".
Growing out the fringe for a while...
Looks good, DoberDaddy!
-
A year since the last "big chop".
Congratulations!
-
Sides are coming in pretty good. I just got past a huge urge to give it up. Don't worry, I got some spray in temporary Halloween dye and it washed right out. I thought it looked good, especially from the side.
(https://s4.postimg.org/5hcio9xd9/IMG_20161005_090830.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/ag012t161/)
-
Sides are coming in pretty good. I just got past a huge urge to give it up. Don't worry, I got some spray in temporary Halloween dye and it washed right out. I thought it looked good, especially from the side.
(https://s4.postimg.org/5hcio9xd9/IMG_20161005_090830.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/ag012t161/)
Looks great, better in your natural color.
-
Looks great, better in your natural color.
Agree.
-
A year since the last "big chop".
Growing out the fringe for a while...
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs3.postimg.org%2Faw2aorswz%2FYeard_9_27_16.jpg&hash=2b147208ecaf1dd28cc3d86b2d9a09c3ad475209) (http://postimg.org/image/h9rds0xsv/)
Great beard recovery! You and I could almost be twins now as I have been growing out the fringe! Your fringe has had a head start however!
-
A year since the last "big chop".
Growing out the fringe for a while...
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs3.postimg.org%2Faw2aorswz%2FYeard_9_27_16.jpg&hash=2b147208ecaf1dd28cc3d86b2d9a09c3ad475209) (http://postimg.org/image/h9rds0xsv/)
Great beard recovery! You and I could almost be twins now as I have been growing out the fringe! Your fringe has had a head start however!
Now that you mention it, I do see some resemblance between you two! Maybe we should start a SBG member resemblance thread >:D
-
I thought it looked good, especially from the side.
I agree with DoberDaddy.
You have a great natural color. I would stick with it.
-
Sides are coming in pretty good. I just got past a huge urge to give it up. Don't worry, I got some spray in temporary Halloween dye and it washed right out. I thought it looked good, especially from the side.
(https://s4.postimg.org/5hcio9xd9/IMG_20161005_090830.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/ag012t161/)
The color gives you a whole different look, but that pure white really looks good.
-
(https://s16.postimg.org/xfgefjlph/IMG_7243.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/uld923jj5/)
(https://s21.postimg.org/k1qz3264n/IMG_7244.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/onn3bernn/)
-
An impressive sweep there Razor!
-
Keep it Razor! That suits you well, IMO
-
You wear that well Razor!
-
Heya,
I wouldn't actually call it a beard.....and I can't get that much of face hair, but hey, it's something
( sorry I don't have any pics by myself, was just too lazy to take any right now, so I got one of the old ones )
My profile pic is also relevant :)
(https://s11.postimg.org/sm7hlmw1f/14199144_1177777515630207_4782944819823475275_n.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/cb7dpbjjj/)
-
Your facial hair looks great with your bald head...in both pictures for that matter.
-
(https://s16.postimg.org/xfgefjlph/IMG_7243.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/uld923jj5/)
(https://s21.postimg.org/k1qz3264n/IMG_7244.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/onn3bernn/)
That looks seriously great, Razor and it looks like you love it too!
-
Heya,
I wouldn't actually call it a beard.....and I can't get that much of face hair, but hey, it's something
( sorry I don't have any pics by myself, was just too lazy to take any right now, so I got one of the old ones )
My profile pic is also relevant :)
(https://s11.postimg.org/sm7hlmw1f/14199144_1177777515630207_4782944819823475275_n.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/cb7dpbjjj/)
All facial hair is valid :)
-
(https://s16.postimg.org/xfgefjlph/IMG_7243.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/uld923jj5/)
(https://s21.postimg.org/k1qz3264n/IMG_7244.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/onn3bernn/)
This is the first time I've seen you smile Razor!
-
I don't know which I like the best? The beard, the mustache or the smile!!!
All three, are wonderful.
-
I don't know which I like the best? The beard, the mustache or the smile!!!
All three, are wonderful.
They are and so is the shaved head!
-
I don't know which I like the best? The beard, the mustache or the smile!!!
All three, are wonderful.
They are and so is the shaved head!
Thanks, guys!
-
All good things...
As many of you know I have a very long beard that I keep rolled up in such a way that it appears like a regular length beard. For a long time now it has bugged me that I have a big beard that seems short, but I could never get myself to cut it. I've finally decided to do it this weekend and this decision has definitely meet the 24 hour rule.
It's going to be tough because it took so long to grow out, but yet by going to a short beard I intend to keep it untied, so my short beard will actually seem bigger than my long beard... If all goes as planned. In a big DIYer so I must trim it myself.
A couple months ago i trimmed the longest section of my goatee that reached my upper leg to match the rest of the length of the rest which is about 2.5 years old. That trim has kinda lifted the trim-ban mentality I had. Also last weekend I trimmed the poofy sideburn area and like it better.
Now my goal is to have a well-maintained big beard that is my everyday beard. I'm looking forward to being able to scratch it and brush it however I feel lol!
Of course expect pics of the difference.
-
Wow, Rusty. This is big news.
I personally will be sad to see that magnificent length cut, but I can understand your reasoning.
Ya gotta do what is best for you.
-
I admit that I am getting cold feet, but it's gonna happen. Naturally ever day at work I've run into other guys from other departments with massive beards and it's making me question myself! It's odd that I have this incredibly long beard, and will be cutting most of it off, yet I will end up looking like I have a bigger beard. I just want a big beard that I can just let loose without being a complete pita like it is now when I have it unleashed.
If I don't post an update by Sunday night it's because I caved or I did it and jumped off the nearest bridge in dispair!
But I was already past the 24 hour rule long ago and have remained decided upon doing this.
-
I admit that I am getting cold feet, but it's gonna happen. Naturally ever day at work I've run into other guys from other departments with massive beards and it's making me question myself! It's odd that I have this incredibly long beard, and will be cutting most of it off, yet I will end up looking like I have a bigger beard. I just want a big beard that I can just let loose without being a complete pita like it is now when I have it unleashed.
If I don't post an update by Sunday night it's because I caved or I did it and jumped off the nearest bridge in dispair!
But I was already past the 24 hour rule long ago and have remained decided upon doing this.
So don't do it!!!
I SO regret the chop from last year...
-
I just did it. Here is a before all rolled up for the last time:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FBeard%2F20161029_030701_zpsd6vanyrh.jpg&hash=7c997cb997fde4e919f88639c4614bba05fb8774)
Here is is unleashed for the last time. Remember that a couple months ago I evened out the length:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FBeard%2F20161029_034659_zpstn7dssh2.jpg&hash=0d321321f7e1069cbb8a70df5f9b15f71b7fc580)
And now trimmed short :
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FBeard%2F20161029_042043_zpsp0z7zvlt.jpg&hash=2101d69d092fe715b2a45974cc025374c421dba2)
And a momento:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FBeard%2F20161029_042115_zpsinhzjt3g.jpg&hash=ff13f755e7614b261782e9a2d123b951db791734)
Now to see if I'll regret it in the morning... And no I'm not drunk lol
-
Looks great!
-
Still looks great, at least you won't need to keep hiding it all the time now.
-
looks great and its not hidden now!
-
A very brave move. Personally I think the new length looks great.
-
Thanks everyone. I've gone a day with the new beard length and like it. I measured it out to 4" which gets me close to yeard length, it's nice to be able to "comb" it and poof it round with my hands. I'll miss being able to say i had a long beard but don't miss having it.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi220.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd209%2FScuba_Steve1974%2FBeard%2F1454681747-no-ragrats-bad-tattoo_zpstr4mb85s.jpg&hash=57a53c408268a554e323091bc3e6b55c6fbd058c)
-
(https://s16.postimg.org/xfgefjlph/IMG_7243.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/uld923jj5/)
(https://s21.postimg.org/k1qz3264n/IMG_7244.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/onn3bernn/)
Razor, I agree that it is so nice to see you smile! I am jealous of your mustache! I am hoping I can get mine trained that way! But the longer beard is looking great and of course, so is the bald head! I hope you will join me on the long beard journey! While I know you don't like your grey, I think it will be very distinguished on you!
-
Rusty, both your long beard and new length look great. It is important that you are happy with it! But I am hoping that I can grow one that was as long as yours was! It was a thing of beauty and a worthy beard to emulate!
-
I just did it. Here is a before all rolled up for the last time:
Now to see if I'll regret it in the morning... And no I'm not drunk lol
Speechless!!!
-
Thanks everyone. I've gone a day with the new beard length and like it. I measured it out to 4" which gets me close to yeard length, it's nice to be able to "comb" it and poof it round with my hands. I'll miss being able to say i had a long beard but don't miss having it.
Rusty, the trim looks good. I have always had beard envy when I saw your photos, and I still do after the trim. I cannot seem got get beyond 6 or 7 inches, and you took off what appears to be over 12 inches and still have a 4 inch beard. Amazing growth. Maybe not now, but I bet it returns at some point.
-
It does look really good, Rusty. Crazy to see that monster go, but you're still rockin' a hell of a beard. O0
No updates on mine. I've pretty much reached terminal length, and my lovely wife keeps it looking nice for me. Although, I've been considering going to a barber. Just to see how it looks in a professional's hands.
-
had a full and messy beard this morning, just to get it grown out for trimming - and forgot to take a photo of it... but here is what it looks like now after some trimming.
Thought I'd try a thin chinstrap look. Not done fixing the sideburns, might just take them off and see how that looks...?
(https://s21.postimg.org/8e46pn2kn/IMG_0011.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/nmu43ew8z/)
-
Looking good. Try it out without.
-
Fifteen months into the full beard.
Sadly, I fear it is about to reach its terminal length.
Growth has really slowed the last month or so.
(https://s14.postimg.org/wdc8k5yxd/IMG_9524.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/hhdpcknil/)
-
Most impressive Tom.
-
Beards do slow down and speed up depending on the time of year, mine certainly does.
-
Don't be sad; be happy about what you have. :)
-
Changing it up a bit!
(https://s24.postimg.org/7vafs7mk5/IMG_1994.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/apdl5noq9/)
-
Very impressive but I did like the twirl on the ends of the mustache,
-
You have gained quite a bit of length, Dober. How long has it been since your last trim?
-
Looks good, DD.
-
You have gained quite a bit of length, Dober. How long has it been since your last trim?
The beard has been growing since Sept. 2015. With a slight trim (avatar pic), in April.
I am going in, Friday AM for a "new look".
It's my barbers' choice... will see what he comes up with.
After that... I am going for a Tweard!
-
Looks good, DD.
Thanks Mr. X!
-
had a full and messy beard this morning, just to get it grown out for trimming - and forgot to take a photo of it... but here is what it looks like now after some trimming.
Thought I'd try a thin chinstrap look. Not done fixing the sideburns, might just take them off and see how that looks...?
(https://s21.postimg.org/8e46pn2kn/IMG_0011.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/nmu43ew8z/)
IMHO the strap makes you look tough - like a street thug. If you like that look, then keep the strap but lose the sideburns - they just look messy.
As a retired law enforcement officer myself, IMHO any beard or facial hair does not look right. A guy in a uniform with a clean shaven head is really impressive and commands the respect he deserves. A guy in any kind of enforcement "garb" with a shaved head and facial hair looks more like a bouncer or an "enforcer" and may command fear, but not necessarily respect.
Just my opinion
-
Changing it up a bit!
(https://s24.postimg.org/7vafs7mk5/IMG_1994.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/apdl5noq9/)
Just my opinion Dober; but I really prefer the look you have in your avatar photo - the full but meticulously shaped beard with the waxed mustache is striking and you look really nice like that. I'll bet a lot of people "noticed" you with that look whether or not they actually said anything to you about it. Your current look is not unlike that of a lot of the local bikers.
But remember, this is just my opinion; and I am not a fan of facial hair on handsome guys. I wear a mustache and goatee myself, but if I were as good looking as some of the young men on this board there is no way I would detract from good facial features by wearing facial hair.
-
Last beard pic of the year:
(https://s29.postimg.org/674jfmf2f/IMG_8210.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/jba3sb743/)
-
(https://scontent.fsnc1-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/15780866_10155596163304128_8155524080521321678_n.jpg?oh=aae3145c3c1f078290b6cd59eb3e20fb&oe=58E35C79)
-
A visit to the "Master", in Holon, Israel. Johnson.
https://he-il.facebook.com/המספרה-של-גונסון-Jhonson-Barber-Shop-261517190663136/
He fixed the mess I made.
Was scolded to NOT trim it myself, anymore.
:)
-
Big change for you! Looks good.
-
Nice shape and although I'm not sure why, it makes you look a lot younger
-
Thanks guys... the taper gives the illusion that I have a jawline, and cheekbones under all of that... ahem, fat!
:)
-
Looks really good Steve.
-
(https://s27.postimg.org/xphatd3tv/IMG_6706.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/ex5fps7fj/)
-
Here's my beard currently.
-
Well according to my history, I last posted on May 14 on the forum. My beard bit the dust sometime around the end of June or July. I fancied a change and just got bored and haven't regretted it since. Infact it got shorter. I'd never be clean shaven as I'd probably look like E.T without it - plus I can't actually remember what I look like without some kinda fuzz,
I'm definitely over bigger beard now and although never say never, there are no plans to go back. Then again it might be another eight months till I log in again so who knows what may happen!
(https://s30.postimg.org/uq4pagxqp/Image4.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/tb34lqwnh/)
-
Personall I think a little bit fuller beard would look really good.
-
Personall I think a little bit fuller beard would look really good.
Agreed...
-
I actually think the smaller beard looks best on you. Good thing is this, you pull both looks off well!
-
I actually think the smaller beard looks best on you. Good thing is this, you pull both looks off well!
Agreed.
-
Thanks guys
nuts: My beard varies, it grows quite quickly anyway. I had it a bit longer when I went for the chop. However I'd coloured my beard when it was longer as it didn't have enough grey in it to go full force and also my natural colour is quite mousey and 'meh' and doesn't look great on a longer beard. I've just ended up going shorter at the mo for a bit of a change, plus I wanted the colour out. Saying that in the year it took me to grow my beard long, let's not forget I did it, trimmed it, grew it again, my beard has gone a lot greyer and I kinda like it but only short. I'm not ready for a full on grey beard - I like it on others but not me! I'd have to admit I was a grown up if I had a grey beard and I'm not ready for that :D
Thanks dshupe - I like your goatee. I have experimented with goatees before but never quite get it right and always end up looking lopsided. I think I have tried a goatee twice and both times it ended up with me trimming, trimming trimming and ending up clean shaven. Which I absolutely hate - so safer for me to stay away from it.
Thanks Razorx
-
The longer beard suits you well beardbald, so is it like the smaller beard pic now?
-
Working on mine. Not supposed to have any with my profession but I have no local supervisor so I'm getting away with it lol
It's not combed there so it looks like there's a longer missing in the sideburn but it's not. I usually keep it less than a quarter inch thick but I've let it grow a couple weeks now and it's an inch long. Curious how far I can let it go before someone complains lol
-
After several failed attempts to grow a beard I am finally doing it and I decided to after seeing all the support you guys give on here to others. I haven't shaved my face since January 6th.
(https://s30.postimg.org/x831z7yu9/IMG_0799.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/d0pm6x1ct/)
-
Dang what a great beard coming in Dshupe! Looks like youve got great facial hair growth ability, shame youve been shaving it haha LET IT GROW
-
After several failed attempts to grow a beard I am finally doing it and I decided to after seeing all the support you guys give on here to others. I haven't shaved my face since January 6th.
(https://s30.postimg.org/x831z7yu9/IMG_0799.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/d0pm6x1ct/)
Hey give it a try! Give it time to develop.
-
You're off to a great start!
-
Thanks guys!!!! :) :)
-
After several failed attempts to grow a beard I am finally doing it and I decided to after seeing all the support you guys give on here to others. I haven't shaved my face since January 6th.
Looks like you have plenty and dense growth to support a good looking beard. Just be patient. I tell guys to expect to grow for three months before it starts looking good, but some guys with fast growing beards will look good quicker.
-
Thanks....it's growing like mad it seems. I am having great comments both on here and from friends and family.
-
I'm working on growing out my goatee. I never wore any facial hair until last year so this is most definitely a work in progress.
(https://s23.postimg.org/cffpl10zv/lewjan2017.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/7gs76hx6v/)
-
Looking good Lew!
-
(https://s23.postimg.org/5k1cqs6bv/IMG_1422.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/4hr688nif/)
Don't post often, but though I'd update progress on my beard. This was taken New Year's Eve. Not the longest I've grown it, but its about an inch away. If I can make it to March without a trim I should break the record.
*Rose colored glasses I have to wear all the time like prescriptions for light sensitivity and migraine prevention/relief. Just so you guys don't think I'm trying to look weird.
-
Looks good, SILBaldguy. O0
-
Looking good Lew. I see the two earrings are still in place - presumably your wife is now happy with that.
-
Looking good Lew. I see the two earrings are still in place - presumably your wife is now happy with that.
Thanks, Roger. Yes, both earrings are still firmly in place and my wearing them is completely a non-issue with my wife now. It's funny to think what a big deal it seemed at the time, but how now it's really nothing at all in the grand scheme of things.
-
I'm working on growing out my goatee. I never wore any facial hair until last year so this is most definitely a work in progress.
(https://s23.postimg.org/cffpl10zv/lewjan2017.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/7gs76hx6v/)
Very nice Lew, and the dome is awesome.
-
(https://s23.postimg.org/5vrrrnxij/IMG_0854.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/bjy2ik1uv/)
-
4fit: O0
-
:)
-
Thx guys!
-
I am getting old :-\
(https://s24.postimg.org/zcht35mit/IMG_7573.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/o057lddtt/)
-
Not to many of us getting younger .
-
I am getting old :-\
Ha... better than not. WOOF!... But still HOT!!!!!
-
Growing back!
-
Nice beards, guys!
-
The full beard is a few days past it's eighteen month anniversary.
After an almost two inch hacking off by a barber early in its growth and a few neatening trims, it still measures at just beyond 8.5 inches.
I am going to let it continue and see if it can make it to the foot long mark
(https://s23.postimg.org/587v9b9qj/IMG_1077.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/rk5o2p8uf/)
-
Wow Tom. Superimpressive.
-
(https://s18.postimg.org/7qvl1k54p/IMG_3435.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/tdalil3p1/)
A little trim, always seems to end up shorter than anticipated!
-
Did you get a trim, Dragon? If so, it suits you well!
-
I am long over due for an update on this thread, and my wife took this photo a few days ago, so here is my latest:
-
I am long over due for an update on this thread, and my wife took this photo a few days ago, so here is my latest:
Awesome!
-
OK,
I will jump in, time for an update.
I am considering going for the super long beard again. I kind of miss having it, although it will make me VERY unpopular, most folks here, HATE IT.
S.
-
Looking great dude.
-
Slybeard. You look awesome.
-
Razor, You don't look old. You look awesome.
-
Razor, You don't look old. You look awesome.
Thanks.
-
Slybeard. You look awesome.
Thanks!
-
I am long over due for an update on this thread, and my wife took this photo a few days ago, so here is my latest:
-
(https://s16.postimg.org/c35s7kpqt/IMG_2425.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/6rqvmv3o1/)
-
(https://s16.postimg.org/c35s7kpqt/IMG_2425.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/6rqvmv3o1/)
getting quite long there Razor. I envy your straight beard hair. Overall though, looking great
-
getting quite long there Razor. I envy your straight beard hair. Overall though, looking great
This is the longest it's ever been.
-
(https://s16.postimg.org/c35s7kpqt/IMG_2425.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/6rqvmv3o1/)
WOW!!!!
Amazing
-
Razor, that is one excellent beard.
As I have said many times, the intertwining of the two colors is awesome.
The increased length looks great too!
-
Razor, that is one excellent beard.
As I have said many times, the intertwining of the two colors is awesome.
The increased length looks great too!
Thanks.
-
Razor I'm a envious of that beard! The extra length and bigger stache works so well.
-
OK,
I will jump in, time for an update.
I am considering going for the super long beard again. I kind of miss having it, although it will make me VERY unpopular, most folks here, HATE IT.
S.
Do it! Your beard is impressive when long and nice and thick. I'm debating doing the same because I miss my long length. I don't plan on tying it up again or going 2'+ again because extremely long beards are PITA, but I'm probably going to go 8"-10". I'm about 6" on the chin now and about 3" on the sides.
-
Finally past the nine inch mark!
It seems to be growing again at last
(https://s8.postimg.org/necnv1zth/IMG_1510.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/6ql5sk51t/)
-
Finally past the nine inch mark!
It seems to be growing again at last
(https://s8.postimg.org/necnv1zth/IMG_1510.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/6ql5sk51t/)
Awesome! I love it, but how are you liking it? Is it getting to pain in the a** length for you and are powering through for the challenge, or do you love it and want to go longer?
-
Awesome! I love it, but how are you liking it? Is it getting to pain in the a** length for you and are powering through for the challenge, or do you love it and want to go longer?
There have been some unexpected adjustments I had to make (chili dog now eaten with a fork) and a few surprises like waking up with it in my arm pit, but I really could not be happier with the length.
My mom hates it. My wife prefers it shorter, but tolerates it. My daughters LOVE it.
My goal is to let it continue growing until it reaches terminal length.
-
Cave,
Your beard is looking awesome. 9 inches is impressive. I made it to around 8 and trimmed back to 7 because the ends were so thin.
Rusty, you beard is looking great as well.
-
Haven't been on the SBG forum for a while. So good to see the beard activity. Here's my latest, complete with handlebar moustache.
-
Looking good, Mr. Jules! Love the extra-long goatee!
-
Haven't been on the SBG forum for a while. So good to see the beard activity. Here's my latest, complete with handlebar moustache.
O0
-
Haven't been on the SBG forum for a while. So good to see the beard activity. Here's my latest, complete with handlebar moustache.
Superb, Mr Jules!
I wish my mustache could do that!
-
(https://s2.postimg.org/n49o2sss9/20170303_180340.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/ntsgf5tbp/)
-
(https://s2.postimg.org/n49o2sss9/20170303_180340.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/ntsgf5tbp/)
Welcome to the forum! Nice beard. (the glasses and septum ring are nice touches as well)
-
Cool beard, Servant!
-
Looking very dapper Mr Jules. Cut a dashing figure in the streets of London! Wish my moustache would curl.
-
Looking very dapper Mr Jules. Cut a dashing figure in the streets of London! Wish my moustache would curl.
Thanks for the compliment. Really like the handlebar moustache now !
-
My beard
-
You got a great beard there Stn87!
-
My beard
Nice!
-
My beard
You appear to have a very thick one coming in. Looks good.
How long have you had it so far?
-
(https://s2.postimg.org/n49o2sss9/20170303_180340.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/ntsgf5tbp/)
I love the look of that beard, especially the pic with the hair bands in your avatar. It reminds me of mine before I cut it. :'(
-
My beard
That's a nice looking beard there stn87, nice and thick. It's bigger than your avatar so what are your goals with it?
-
It has been a while... here's the present beard status
-
Wow, Zet! It is too long to fit in the frame of the photo now.
-
Agreed! The too-big-for-frame milestone is a good one!
-
Agreed! The too-big-for-frame milestone is a good one!
Hey Rusty... so what's the plan for you after the big chop? Growing? Staying the shorter length?
-
It's coming back... slowly!
-
I've tried growing a beard out but I didn't think it looked good on me. I've decided to stay with the goatee. I like the look and it's fairly easy to maintain.
(https://s24.postimg.org/66lpjh8yt/IMG_4952.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/bus0addb5/)
-
I've tried growing a beard out but I didn't think it looked good on me. I've decided to stay with the goatee. I like the look and it's fairly easy to maintain.
Looking good!
-
I've tried growing a beard out but I didn't think it looked good on me. I've decided to stay with the goatee. I like the look and it's fairly easy to maintain.
Nothing wrong with sticking to what works for you, Lew. Technically, you have a circle beard, but most people call it a goatee. I kept the same style for around 20 years before going full beard.
-
I've tried growing a beard out but I didn't think it looked good on me. I've decided to stay with the goatee. I like the look and it's fairly easy to maintain.
(https://s24.postimg.org/66lpjh8yt/IMG_4952.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/bus0addb5/)
Cool photo!
-
Agreed! The too-big-for-frame milestone is a good one!
Hey Rusty... so what's the plan for you after the big chop? Growing? Staying the shorter length?
After the big chop I gradually cut it back a couple more inches over the next few months but it was still on the long side compared to how most guys keep their beards, but short for me. I probably cut the most from the sides, but then I decided I wanted a big beard again and have been letting it grow back out. It's longer than it was after the big chop and I'm going to get it a bit longer, but I won't be going for terminal length any time soon. I might someday because I know it can go beyond 30". I may not have been blessed with the thickest of beards but I can definitely grow a long one.
-
Me after trimming due to an accident with pancake syrup.
(https://s10.postimg.org/bnnki2fm1/20170709_193400.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/gmb2wljet/)
-
Thanks for your positive comments Super Sly, slybeard, and BigKen. I may try growing my beard completely out one day. I tried a year ago, but the itching got on my nerves too much.
-
Me after trimming due to an accident with pancake syrup.
Hairy, we need to hear more about this pancake syrup accident.
-
6 month commit. Got my first professional trim this weekend, at about 3 months.
(https://s21.postimg.org/a3jsyswzb/20170708_113612.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/ckvk62gvn/)
-
That looks amazing!
Wish I could grow a moustache like that.
O0
-
Me after trimming due to an accident with pancake syrup.
Hairy, we need to hear more about this pancake syrup accident.
I was in a restaurant and while I was lifting the fork to eat pancakes my friend and I bumped elbows. I missed my mouth and the syrupy pancake hit my beard in an area that was already tangled
-
6 month commit. Got my first professional trim this weekend, at about 3 months.
Wow... looks great. I especially love the mustache. You should let that grow out a bit more (beardstache).
Steve
-
6 month commit. Got my first professional trim this weekend, at about 3 months.
(https://s21.postimg.org/a3jsyswzb/20170708_113612.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/ckvk62gvn/)
Congratulations, that is an awesome look on you. You guys know my preference is sly with a full beard, and you do it well. I suggest you either take it longer or maintain this length, just go no shorter.
-
I'm actually liking the longer mustache, and I plan on letting that grow out (if it will). I think I might actually be pretty close to terminal length, but I'm not sure as I've never let it get this long before.
I'm going to try letting the beard go a few more months, but I think this might actually be just about right for me. My beard is patchy on the cheeks and sideburns, so when I try to go longer everything just looks wispy and I get flyaways everywhere. Tried Beard Wax, blow dryer, softening, and a few other things. Just can't tame it when it gets too long because it's so patchy in those areas.
-
I'm actually liking the longer mustache, and I plan on letting that grow out (if it will). I think I might actually be pretty close to terminal length, but I'm not sure as I've never let it get this long before.
I'm going to try letting the beard go a few more months, but I think this might actually be just about right for me. My beard is patchy on the cheeks and sideburns, so when I try to go longer everything just looks wispy and I get flyaways everywhere. Tried Beard Wax, blow dryer, softening, and a few other things. Just can't tame it when it gets too long because it's so patchy in those areas.
Mustaches typically grow slowly, especially after becoming established like yours. The tip (edges) will grow faster, but the center hairs will reach a terminal length around 1.5 to 2 inches in length. Of course it is different for every guy. I have not trimmed the center hairs of my mustache for 5 years, I only trim the tips. My cheeks are not that thick as well, and I have found recently that hair gel actually helps control the sides for me better than beard products.
-
I'm actually liking the longer mustache, and I plan on letting that grow out (if it will). I think I might actually be pretty close to terminal length, but I'm not sure as I've never let it get this long before.
I'm going to try letting the beard go a few more months, but I think this might actually be just about right for me. My beard is patchy on the cheeks and sideburns, so when I try to go longer everything just looks wispy and I get flyaways everywhere. Tried Beard Wax, blow dryer, softening, and a few other things. Just can't tame it when it gets too long because it's so patchy in those areas.
Are you using anything on the 'tash in the photo?
-
I'm actually liking the longer mustache, and I plan on letting that grow out (if it will). I think I might actually be pretty close to terminal length, but I'm not sure as I've never let it get this long before.
I'm going to try letting the beard go a few more months, but I think this might actually be just about right for me. My beard is patchy on the cheeks and sideburns, so when I try to go longer everything just looks wispy and I get flyaways everywhere. Tried Beard Wax, blow dryer, softening, and a few other things. Just can't tame it when it gets too long because it's so patchy in those areas.
Are you using anything on the 'tash in the photo?
Just a bit of Clubman Wax. I bought it a couple of years ago when I grew the stache out a bit for a Halloween costume. It was the only thing I could find local. We're going to CA this weekend and plan to hit up The Old Town Shaving Company in Pasadena. I'll probably pick up some new stuff while we're there.
-
Hey Guys! It's been a while since I've been on here, so I thought I'd send a beard pic.
I hope you are all doing well!
-Mike
(https://s1.postimg.org/5zlir24sf/Epcot_pic.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
-
Hey Guys! It's been a while since I've been on here, so I thought I'd send a beard pic.
I hope you are all doing well!
-Mike
WOW!!!
-
Hey Guys! It's been a while since I've been on here, so I thought I'd send a beard pic.
I hope you are all doing well!
-Mike
(https://s1.postimg.org/5zlir24sf/Epcot_pic.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
Welcome back, Mike!
-
Hey Guys! It's been a while since I've been on here, so I thought I'd send a beard pic.
I hope you are all doing well!
-Mike
(https://s1.postimg.org/5zlir24sf/Epcot_pic.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
Welcome back, Mike. Looks like your beard is doing well. How was EPCOT?
-
Thanks, Guys!
-
Needs a tidy up but love the bald and beard look, balances everything out
-
Looks good, Mahaw90! O0
-
Needs a tidy up but love the bald and beard look, balances everything out
Very nice! O0
-
Cheers guys! Nice to be back, struggled with tapatalk so not been on for a while, but doing it through the website so I'm back!
-
Welcome back, Mark, beard is looking great!
-
Monthly update. Beard is getting a little unruly, but the 'stache is coming along nicely.
-
Monthly update. Beard is getting a little unruly, but the 'stache is coming along nicely.
i
Stache looks great! O0
-
That's a fine beard - good size or could go bigger? Great black and white profile.
-
Goatee is nearly 5 inches long. Will grow handlebar and goatee for another month
-
Monthly update. Beard is getting a little unruly, but the 'stache is coming along nicely.
Nice stache, GW.
-
Needs a tidy up but love the bald and beard look, balances everything out
That is a good looking beard, Mahaw. Do you plan to grow longer?
-
Goatee is nearly 5 inches long. Will grow handlebar and goatee for another month
Looks good, Mr. Jules. What do you plan to do to it after another month?
-
my beard
-
Cheers guys! Nice to be back, struggled with tapatalk so not been on for a while, but doing it through the website so I'm back!
Greetings Mark, it's great to see you on here again! I was wondering where you've been!
-
(https://s3.postimg.org/wznygr8c3/IMG_4468.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/qlyvdi3fz/)
-
Looking resplendent Razor.
-
Looks good!
-
Looks good, Razor.
-
SWOON!
-
Here is about two weeks (not shaving and 1st week of the 30 days)... what do yall think about it???
(https://s26.postimg.org/mn5theqop/IMG_1339.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/3utydtuad/)
(https://s26.postimg.org/u4f0wmg7t/IMG_1343.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/t24ue2xed/)
(https://s26.postimg.org/bdhp07b15/IMG_1350.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/ns4h0j2j9/)
-
Here is about two weeks (not shaving and 1st week of the 30 days)... what do yall think about it???
(https://s26.postimg.org/mn5theqop/IMG_1339.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/3utydtuad/)
(https://s26.postimg.org/u4f0wmg7t/IMG_1343.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/t24ue2xed/)
(https://s26.postimg.org/bdhp07b15/IMG_1350.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/ns4h0j2j9/)
Nice coverage! Not bad for only two weeks' growth
-
Here is about two weeks (not shaving and 1st week of the 30 days)... what do yall think about it???
It looks great. Your beard must grow fast to have that much coverage in only 2 weeks.
-
Here is about two weeks (not shaving and 1st week of the 30 days)... what do yall think about it???
You look great. Good combo, bald head + beard.
DD
-
About 40 days into my quest for a yeard! Started with a clean shaven look.
(https://s26.postimg.org/lbk45zch5/IMG_20170903_132135.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/qzqewvgth/)
(https://s26.postimg.org/j36fvjysp/IMG_20170903_182241.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/477wnyndx/)
-
About 40 days into my quest for a yeard! Started with a clean shaven look.
Beard looks great, you going to shave your head?
-
I've not posted for a while but thought I'd pop back and say Hi. I've decided to grow my beard back. I fancies some time off with it, but now really want it bigger than before. Started at the beginning of August
(https://s26.postimg.org/w715l10x5/Image1.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
-
I've not posted for a while but thought I'd pop back and say Hi. I've decided to grow my beard back. I fancies some time off with it, but now really want it bigger than before. Started at the beginning of August
(https://s26.postimg.org/w715l10x5/Image1.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
Looks great, suits you so well!
-
Welcome back with your new beard, beardbald.
-
I've not posted for a while but thought I'd pop back and say Hi. I've decided to grow my beard back. I fancies some time off with it, but now really want it bigger than before. Started at the beginning of August
A wise choice!
-
Here is my current beard
-
Cheers. This one probably shows it's current state. By reckoning today is day 55
-
Here is my current beard
O0
-
(https://s26.postimg.org/cdp59f961/IMG_3569.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/3vfp532n9/)
How's everybody, feels like I haven't been here in forever!!!
-
Nice to see you back, now that is an outstanding trim on your beard!
-
Thank you brother!
-
Looks awesome, fit. I am still in awe of your color, that dark mustache the looks like it is bleeding over into your white beard. If I could have natural color like that, I could give up my dye.
-
Time for an update.
-
Wow, Dober, that is a BIG update from your profile photo.
-
Hit the two month mark on my beard. Glad it's coming back.
(https://s25.postimg.org/5dzh5ibn3/20171001_220437.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/ss7ghftkb/)
-
Good looking beard, and an awesome looking bald head. Great combination.
-
Reddog - time to show us your new full beard
-
Was going to wait for it to fill in more, good start though.
-
It is a good start Reddog.
-
Was going to wait for it to fill in more, good start though.
GO REDDOG!!!
-
Had a trim. Mainly because my tash was wonky and I wanted the sides taken down so when it grows the length has an advantage to the thickness
(https://s1.postimg.org/2sfhsuajin/Screenshot_20171013-220932.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/1wj0de0v2j/)
-
Had a trim. Mainly because my tash was wonky and I wanted the sides taken down so when it grows the length has an advantage to the thickness
Sexy as hell!
-
Hey Guys! It's been a while since I've been on here, so I thought I'd send a beard pic.
I hope you are all doing well!
-Mike
(https://s1.postimg.org/5zlir24sf/Epcot_pic.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
Awesome beard!!! O0 O0 O0
-
Day 86 of my yeard
-
Day 86 of my yeard
Looks good!
-
Day 86 of my yeard
Looks great!
-
Damn...we sure have some very handsome men on this site!
-
Damn...we sure have some very handsome men on this site!
Indeed!!!
-
All the beards are looking great.
-
(https://s1.postimg.org/7oapgnh7gf/FB2_C809_B-_DFF6-4423-_AD88-2_F5_E48_BC8957.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/358odobqij/)
-
Looking good, Razor!
-
Still bald and bearded.
(https://s1.postimg.org/5qq13l63qn/IMG_5527.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/6tpqeh1xm3/)
-
Looks good @4fit
-
Got to day 100 of the beard
-
@4fit and @beardbald
You both have some very good looking beards.
-
I've had the beard for 35 years... the shaved head is new. I decided the mostly bald look wasn't doing me any favors.
(https://s33.postimg.org/nkogioetr/image.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
-
a couple of days off four months. 1/3 of my yeard done
(https://s33.postimg.org/vi53ep39r/IMG_20171126_145238_069.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/ds3etnpor/)
-
a couple of days off four months. 1/3 of my yeard done
WOOF!!!
-
I've had the beard for 35 years... the shaved head is new. I decided the mostly bald look wasn't doing me any favors.
(https://s33.postimg.org/nkogioetr/image.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
Great beard!
-
a couple of days off four months. 1/3 of my yeard done
(https://s33.postimg.org/vi53ep39r/IMG_20171126_145238_069.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/ds3etnpor/)
Looks great!
-
Great looking beards, @pastorscott and @beardbald
-
looking good Sly beard.
-
Looking great.
-
Day 134 of my yeard
(https://s33.postimg.org/rxpw7jxzj/20171210_175934.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/5ls3e5yvf/)
-
Impressive look and length, @beardbald
-
Beard looks excellent, @beardbald!
-
I had it trimmed up a bit last month, which took off about two inches, but it is growing much more evenly now.
(https://s7.postimg.org/o23l3ag2j/0_C4_B0035-86_E9-42_FB-94_AE-639_D12093_A3_A.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/rlpit3is7/)
-
(https://s7.postimg.org/p9ifyb1ij/63936_E5_C-_AB18-4_B54-_A465-_C69_B029_BC94_D.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/s3llbr3on/)
-
The beard is looking fantstic, @Razor X. Great shape.
-
Great looking beards, @Razor X and @Cave Dweller
-
My humble beginnings...1&1/2 weeks in.
-
Bravo, @Doug!
You are off to an excellent start! Keep it growing!
-
The beard is looking fantstic, @Razor X. Great shape.
Thanks.
-
@-Doug- all beards have to have a start. You appear to have good thick coverage, so it will make a great looking beard in time. Any specific goals for it?
-
[quote author
My humble beginnings...1&1/2 weeks in.
[/quote]
Yay Doug, welcome back to the world of the bearded!
-
@-Doug- all beards have to have a start. You appear to have good thick coverage, so it will make a great looking beard in time. Any specific goals for it?
Not sure at this point. I'll just wait and see how it fills in and go from there.
-
Good start. Already starting to 'change' your appearance. Don't get frustrated if it gets itchy for a while as that soon passes.
I recently nearly lost my beard of 50+ years after a chemo treatment for cancer but after that ended it has gradually come back come back much to my relief and should be back to 'normal' in a couple of months.
-
Good start. Already starting to 'change' your appearance. Don't get frustrated if it gets itchy for a while as that soon passes.
I recently nearly lost my beard of 50+ years after a chemo treatment for cancer but after that ended it has gradually come back come back much to my relief and should be back to 'normal' in a couple of months.
Nope you are feeling better!
-
140 days into my yeard
(https://s33.postimg.org/krp01ihlb/IMG_20171217_005836_528.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/80atv07t7/)
-
You've come a long way!
-
cheers razor. looking forward to seeing what 365 days will be
-
Thanks RazorX. Although the chemo was only patially successful I am now on a new drug which seems to be working. Fingers crossed.
-
I went about 7 full months before deciding I liked mine a bit shorter. I decided to rock the handlebar for a while, though.
(https://s13.postimg.org/yglx0ce5z/20171218_203246.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/e98h81goj/)
-
gwsmallwood
Looks great!
-
Looks great @gwsmallwood
Do you have a photo of the longer beard before your trimmed?
-
Looks great @gwsmallwood
Do you have a photo of the longer beard before your trimmed?
Took way too much time to maintain. It started getting wavy in 4 different directions. My cheeks are also sparse, so I think it looks a little better shorter.
For some reason it won't let me upload right now.
-
Beard looks good @gwsmallwood The handlebar mustache is a plus, too.
-
Cool mustache, the two guys with you not bad either. >:D
-
Here I am, one month into my beard...
(https://s13.postimg.org/h2po23exz/beard_1_month.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/sf29jvnmr/)
-
Here I am, one month into my beard...
(https://s13.postimg.org/h2po23exz/beard_1_month.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/sf29jvnmr/)
Looking great, good coverage and length for 1 month
-
Looks good, @-Doug-
That is a lot of good growth for only one month.
-
You wear it well , looks good.
-
Looking really good Doug especially after only a month. You wear it well. Given the proliferation of beards on this forum I was wondering when you might succumb.
-
It appears you have a thick one growing in, @-Doug-.
Looks great on ya!
-
Looks terrific, Doug!
-
Here I am, one month into my beard...
AWESOME!
-
my beard
-
Gives your head and fcd\\ace great definition. A keeper
-
@el calvo, looks great
-
my beard
That is an awesome looking beard. BTW - do you shave the soul patch out, or is that your natural growth pattern?
-
I went to the barbershop to be shaped a little, so in the pic is my beard when it grows
-
I went to the barbershop to be shaped a little, so in the pic is my beard when it grows
Looks nice!
-
Here is my beard
(https://s9.postimg.org/rdtabo83z/Bald_Head.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/5emvogr9n/)
-
Here is my beard
(https://s9.postimg.org/rdtabo83z/Bald_Head.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/5emvogr9n/)
Nice beard and mustache combination!
-
Here is my beard
Epic! 👌
-
THank you. Yours too is a good looking beard.
-
(https://s14.postimg.org/w7g4r0vrl/beard.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/ufn5w4cel/)
-
Cool beard to compliment your head, @psyflex
-
Here is my beard
(https://s9.postimg.org/rdtabo83z/Bald_Head.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/5emvogr9n/)
Great beard/stache combo!! O0
-
(https://s9.postimg.org/h43biw4kv/IMG_0644.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/htm3v954b/)
(https://s9.postimg.org/3n6d011z3/IMG_0645.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/3zxr67k8r/)
Must be the time of year for considering change. I'm Looking for some advice, Re the beard, should I, grow, trim, cut back or shave ?
-
Well, @Dragon you should know that I suggest grow. I think all guy should at leas give along beard and mustache a good try sometime in their life. You can always cut it back, but it is something to try.
-
(https://s10.postimg.org/d971c8yu1/00934953-_AD8_D-493_D-83_AF-_C8436_D1_AB784.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/fqisjiiqd/)
-
Looking great, Razor!
-
Nice look, @Razor X.
-
Nice look, @Razor X.
Doug... what happened to yours?
-
Doug... what happened to yours?
It's still here.....I just hadn't updated my forum profile pic.
Just took care of that.
-
Nice look, @Razor X.
Thanks, @Doug and @DoberDaddy.
-
(https://s10.postimg.org/d971c8yu1/00934953-_AD8_D-493_D-83_AF-_C8436_D1_AB784.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/fqisjiiqd/)
Great length, great shape, and great mix of colors.
-
Doug... what happened to yours?
It's still here.....I just hadn't updated my forum profile pic.
Just took care of that.
Good! You pull off the beard, really well!
-
(https://s10.postimg.org/d971c8yu1/00934953-_AD8_D-493_D-83_AF-_C8436_D1_AB784.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/fqisjiiqd/)
Great look @Razor X. Oh for straight beard hair!
-
Past the six months point of my yeard
-
Awesome beards, brothers.
This is the first time that i will let my beard grow, i never let it grow more than 3 weeks or so, in the past.
Can this beard become a respectful beard like you guys have, with time? what you guys think?
-
Awesome beards, brothers.
This is the first time that i will let my beard grow, i never let it grow more than 3 weeks or so, in the past.
Can this beard become a respectful beard like you guys have, with time? what you guys think?
You have all you need for a great looking beard, but you need more than 3 weeks of growth. I suggest you all it to grow for at least 8 weeks, preferably 13 weeks, without trimming anything other than a neckline. And don't trim the neckline too high, start at about a finger's width above the Adam's Apple.
-
Awesome beards, brothers.
This is the first time that i will let my beard grow, i never let it grow more than 3 weeks or so, in the past.
Can this beard become a respectful beard like you guys have, with time? what you guys think?
You have all you need for a great looking beard, but you need more than 3 weeks of growth. I suggest you all it to grow for at least 8 weeks, preferably 13 weeks, without trimming anything other than a neckline. And don't trim the neckline too high, start at about a finger's width above the Adam's Apple.
Thanks for the advice, i will follow it and soon i will post some updates here!
-
Awesome beards, brothers.
This is the first time that i will let my beard grow, i never let it grow more than 3 weeks or so, in the past.
Can this beard become a respectful beard like you guys have, with time? what you guys think?
You look great!
-
Still going on my yeard.
-
Still going on my yeard.
Looks good. How far into the year are you now?
-
I'am back on track. Unfortunately i cut the beard, but now i'am determined to let it grow hahaha. Soon i will post some pics!
-
My beard and my bald head.
(https://s9.postimg.org/70wis9hm7/20180223_183018_W.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/3u1z8mx63/)
-
Hey chaps, my first post here,
Nice to find a site where we sly guys can talk and share ideas. I've been wanting to grow back my beard for a while now, and seeing the beards on this thread is inspirational. That being said, I seem to get cold feet though at about the two week mark and end up shaving it. Has anyone else experienced this?
-
You know it says Day 232 above.my head. Well...... hahahhaha 😂😉
-
(https://s7.postimg.org/pll7o93m3/IMG_0652.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/cu71hqttz/)
-
(https://s7.postimg.org/pll7o93m3/IMG_0652.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/cu71hqttz/)
O0
-
Still growing
(https://s31.postimg.cc/kt516g7zv/Screenshot_20180503-210728.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/slvoyfdyv/)
-
Looks amazing.
-
Beard trim with new "haircut". I guess I'm not really "sly" anymore.
I am blaming in on Spain!
:)
-
All beards are looking great guys.
-
I keep trimming my goatee!!!
-
Still growing
(https://s31.postimg.cc/kt516g7zv/Screenshot_20180503-210728.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/slvoyfdyv/)
That's looking AWESOME! It's nice and thick with some curls. Last I saw you here you had given up on big beards and were settling for a short one.
I haven't been around since I regrew my hair, but my beard is still big.
-
Here's my update.
-
Here's my update.
Wow... now THAT is amazing. Beard looks great, and so does the hair.
-
Here's my update.
Hey! good to see you again! Yes, I had some time off fro the beard really fancied a change and didn't regret it. fancied a change again and can't grow my hair back hahahahaha so growingthe beard back. recently had a trim as it really needed it, as needed some shape and the ends were pretty broken. Want it a few incheslonger, but happy enough with the length I have no to keep it shaped!
-
Here's my update.
Wow... now THAT is amazing. Beard looks great, and so does the hair.
Thanks! It looks like we both have more hair!
-
Here's my update.
Hey! good to see you again! Yes, I had some time off fro the beard really fancied a change and didn't regret it. fancied a change again and can't grow my hair back hahahahaha so growingthe beard back. recently had a trim as it really needed it, as needed some shape and the ends were pretty broken. Want it a few incheslonger, but happy enough with the length I have no to keep it shaped!
You look great! I hope to see what it looks like after a couple more inches.
-
Still growing it
-
Still growing it
Looks really good. Some guys, when they get a lot of length, start to get scraggly (myself included). You seem to be going strong!
-
Still growing it
looks good, great colour
-
Still growing it
That is really looking awesome @beardbald
Is this the longest you have ever had it?
-
Hi @slybeard yes it is. Still a way to go from the length I want
-
The Viking beard is coming back, the Viking hair is gone!
-
Better haircut this time!
https://imgur.com/7gQNGht
-
Hi @beardbald, it's been a couple of months, how about an update on your magnificent beard?
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/qRdbKGrW/E19-E7-F66-9-F79-448-E-B6-B3-A388-FE0215-DB.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rdQNXxK9)
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/qRdbKGrW/E19-E7-F66-9-F79-448-E-B6-B3-A388-FE0215-DB.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rdQNXxK9)
Outstanding, @Razor X !
-
Thanks!
-
Nice look on you @Razor X
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/5jc6sNMF/IMG-20190129-121734.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/y3P1dKxV)
-
Looks great @Tony Dadá
Have you considered growing your beard longer?
-
Looks great @Tony Dadá
Have you considered growing your beard longer?
My beard grows very slowly,and after the trims every 3 months...I can't pass that stage 😱
Any advice?
(https://i.postimg.cc/8kRfyKkc/IMG-20180901-212134.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/nMLLr1Df)
-
If you are going to a barber for trims, just let the barber know you want to grow longer and not to trim so much off. Or maybe extend the time between trims.
-
Nice look on you @Razor X
Thanks, @slybeard
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/5jc6sNMF/IMG-20190129-121734.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/y3P1dKxV)
Nice.
-
If you are going to a barber for trims, just let the barber know you want to grow longer and not to trim so much off. Or maybe extend the time between trims.
That and I need more vitamins maybe haha.
I need to learn how to not get splits ends.
-
Well I guess mine's kind of pitiful compared to all those thick beards but I like it it seems to suit me. :-)
(https://i.postimg.cc/MpvR6Jfs/20190209-225443.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/JsCtxgqJ)
-
Well I guess mine's kind of pitiful compared to all those thick beards but I like it it seems to suit me. :-)
(https://i.postimg.cc/MpvR6Jfs/20190209-225443.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/JsCtxgqJ)
Is a great beard! Makes you look even balder 💪
-
Well I guess mine's kind of pitiful compared to all those thick beards but I like it it seems to suit me. :-)
Nothing pitiful about it.
-
Well I guess mine's kind of pitiful compared to all those thick beards but I like it it seems to suit me. :-)
(https://i.postimg.cc/MpvR6Jfs/20190209-225443.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/JsCtxgqJ)
There is nothing pitiful about it!
- a well trimmed and shaped beard says that you are a guy who cares about his grooming. It is very attractive and very professional.
- as a barber I have noticed that the "yeard" craze is over. Moderate and well groomed facial hair is more the norm these days.
- It has color and it doesn't look like a dye job. If is was gray it would heap extra years onto you.
-
Well I guess mine's kind of pitiful compared to all those thick beards but I like it it seems to suit me. :-)
I agree that it looks good on you @Ty1963
You did not ask for suggestions, but IMO it would leek even better with more length, and a lower neckline.
-
Well I guess mine's kind of pitiful compared to all those thick beards but I like it it seems to suit me. :-)
I agree that it looks good on you @Ty1963
You did not ask for suggestions, but IMO it would leek even better with more length, and a lower neckline.
Yep!
-
@Ty1963 I think you have decent beard coverage, and the ring gauges are awesome!
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/xCf1N1Pd/beard.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
I thought I would re-add to this as early December I shaved it all off after a hospital stay where the soap left me with a horrible rash under my beard, so fairly happy with the growth by now
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/xCf1N1Pd/beard.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
I thought I would re-add to this as early December I shaved it all off after a hospital stay where the soap left me with a horrible rash under my beard, so fairly happy with the growth by now
WOW!!! That is from December!
IMPRESSIVE!!!
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/xCf1N1Pd/beard.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
I thought I would re-add to this as early December I shaved it all off after a hospital stay where the soap left me with a horrible rash under my beard, so fairly happy with the growth by now
WOW!!! That is from December!
IMPRESSIVE!!!
Yep, God gave me the genes for growing hair pretty much everywhere but the top of my head :)
It did only recently struck me just how much grew in that time
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/xCf1N1Pd/beard.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
I thought I would re-add to this as early December I shaved it all off after a hospital stay where the soap left me with a horrible rash under my beard, so fairly happy with the growth by now
O0
-
It's been a while, time for an update!
-
It's been a while, time for an update!
Awesome beard, Dober. You need an avatar with a larger beard.
-
It's been a while, time for an update!
Awesome beard, Dober. You need an avatar with a larger beard.
I already complained to the Bitmoji people... they need to get with the program!
-
New haircut (lol, and new hair), plus got a "beard blowout".
(https://i.imgur.com/qNAFnWJ.jpg)
-
Both look good, Dober
-
Awfully QUIET... I hope ya'all have not SHAVED!!!
Your faces!!!!
>:(
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/fbrfZxLH/5-A3-FBBD1-49-B2-4020-AFCD-8-F034786-AA90.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/sB5h4G5S)
-
Looking dapper as always @Razor X ! :@`
-
Awfully QUIET... I hope ya'all have not SHAVED!!!
Your faces!!!!
>:(
No change for me, still bearded. Just haven't posted an update lately.
-
Awfully QUIET... I hope ya'all have not SHAVED!!!
Your faces!!!!
>:(
No change for me, still bearded. Just haven't posted an update lately.
Good to hear...
It's been terribly quiet on this site, in general, as of late. TOO QUIET!!! :o
-
Looking great Beardbald.
-
I haven't been on here for ages, but good to see so many guys with great beards still, mine is still growing.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/RZZbbmZd/37297222-021-B-498-B-A088-FA1403-E188-AB.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/F7wZ72ck)
-
Looking good @Razor X !
-
You have one of my favorite ginger beards @Razor X , but it is becoming less ginger every time you post an update.
-
You have one of my favorite ginger beards @Razor X , but it is becoming less ginger every time you post an update.
I know. :'( :'( :'(
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/zDpRZgrK/CF9-F1822-FA1-E-48-B9-8-A26-6-C16159-A7-BC3.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/6T2QCTTp)
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/bN26s4Gd/9-E0498-A0-0549-4-B83-9-A62-4-F902-E71893-C.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/kBqNH1vd)
-
Looks great Razor ! Was that trimmed professionally ? If you did it , you did an excellent job.
-
Looks great Razor ! Was that trimmed professionally ? If you did it , you did an excellent job.
I agree! Great shape!
as a barber I always get nervous when someone asked me to trim their beard because I know her beard guys are and that “a barber is a beard’s worst enemy”! HaHha
because I know that a beard owner has in his mind’s eye what he wants it to look like but I don’t always know exactly what’s in his mind’s eye. in beard hair grows in so many directions and has so many swirls that it can be really challenging for me!
-
Looks great @Razor X
-
Looks great Razor ! Was that trimmed professionally ? If you did it , you did an excellent job.
I agree! Great shape!
as a barber I always get nervous when someone asked me to trim their beard because I know her beard guys are and that “a barber is a beard’s worst enemy”! HaHha
because I know that a beard owner has in his mind’s eye what he wants it to look like but I don’t always know exactly what’s in his mind’s eye. in beard hair grows in so many directions and has so many swirls that it can be really challenging for me!
Thanks, guys. Professionally trimmed about three weeks ago so it’s grown out a bit since then.
-
Lockdown beard
(https://i.postimg.cc/RZYWwK36/2-E6-EA256-649-F-4-AA7-99-A4-DF5014705-BDD.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zynDrLF8)
-
Who ever does your beard , him or her , really does good work. Certainly good to re visit as needed.
-
Who ever does your beard , him or her , really does good work. Certainly good to re visit as needed.
Thanks. Right now nobody is doing it since all the barbershops here are closed!
-
Lockdown beard
(https://i.postimg.cc/RZYWwK36/2-E6-EA256-649-F-4-AA7-99-A4-DF5014705-BDD.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zynDrLF8)
Lockdown is workin' for the beard!
-
Lockdown beard
(https://i.postimg.cc/RZYWwK36/2-E6-EA256-649-F-4-AA7-99-A4-DF5014705-BDD.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zynDrLF8)
Looks great on you Razor.
-
That’s an epic beard, Razor X! I’m jealous. 😊
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/C11xDWQM/9-CDC2-C32-C988-4-F5-A-A490-B2-D4-E9-FB9-E30.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/cKpWG5WP)
-
I like it, I hope you do as well @Razor X
-
I like it, I hope you do as well @Razor X
Thanks. I don’t dislike it but I’m not sure how I will feel when the lockdown is over and it’s time to go back to working in the office.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/0N2sJ0X4/IMG-20200409-182840.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/18TTkwQ0)
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/0N2sJ0X4/IMG-20200409-182840.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/18TTkwQ0)
Looking good!
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/cC0y8LsW/0-E3-AB55-C-A654-4193-93-FF-77-AFF5-E53994.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/N9JP3Y9C)
-
Still looking good @Razor X
-
I'm so jealous of all the beards! I really want to grow one now that I'm sly, but as a healthcare provider, I need to be able to safely wear a mask. Oh well, hopefully in the future.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/8z8ZzH0s/5562-B9-B4-E917-46-DE-AF16-B4-AD84-DCFBFC.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/CzNGvjYV)
(https://i.postimg.cc/HkQBcyqz/970832-F7-A960-4076-88-AF-64-CC016062-EA.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rDwS7KFR)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Dy4ChD5t/B6-A31-ED9-FF74-4681-8-F4-A-E52-CB9784650.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bs80Hm7T)
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/8z8ZzH0s/5562-B9-B4-E917-46-DE-AF16-B4-AD84-DCFBFC.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/CzNGvjYV)
(https://i.postimg.cc/HkQBcyqz/970832-F7-A960-4076-88-AF-64-CC016062-EA.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rDwS7KFR)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Dy4ChD5t/B6-A31-ED9-FF74-4681-8-F4-A-E52-CB9784650.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bs80Hm7T)
@stn87 the extra length really suits you
-
That sly dome and big beard look awesome @stn87
-
After a disastrous trim in January... the beard is starting to come back to itself.
-
After a disastrous trim in January... the beard is starting to come back to itself.
Looking good, Dober.
-
Thanks SB...
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/rmG9NWT1/F0-AA2-B2-B-4-A88-4-F2-A-9-D89-D67-EE44-CAF4-C.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/FdRc9Y7z)
-
Looking great, RX!
-
Thanks!
-
Looks good, @Razor X
Looks a little shorter now?
-
Looks good, @Razor X
Looks a little shorter now?
Yes, I trimmed it back a while ago.
-
I tried something new
As most of you know for many years I spent part of the year with my head shaved a part of it with a little bit of hair but I’ve always resisted facial hair because I didn’t like the way the gray beard looked
The last couple of years I spend most of my time bald usually with no facial hair whatsoever
Recently I thought I’d let my hair grow again because I’m facing another major surgery with a month-long restriction on my back and I will be able to take care of myself at all but it started to drive me nuts and today I went back to my beautiful shaved head and I just really love it it really is me it just brings back my power and my self-confidence !
as for the facial hair I kept a mustache and a goatee but instead of keeping the rest of the full beard I keep the goatee at number one and then faded it out to zero about halfway across my cheeks toward my ear with just a straight line from the lip to the bottom of the ear. I like the way it looks because of the feeding I can get away with only having to trim the beard once a week and don’t have to do any facial shaving in between . I have finally found a beard that I like and I think works for me !
I’m still going to go to my barber once a week for a head shaved in the beard lineup but during the week I use my and his profile on my head and just the tops of the cheeks five minutes a day and I’m in business
(https://i.postimg.cc/3wDvfcms/5-DF05-A7-E-B2-B2-40-B8-ABEC-BB6-FD2-E684-E8.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/sBsxvKnm)
(https://i.postimg.cc/y8GRPHgh/9-FCEF8-B9-CC52-4332-839-A-7-C64-AAE5-F70-C.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/18p4mbK4)
(https://i.postimg.cc/SxR8CssN/C35857-AC-7-D65-46-A2-898-D-4-FE704-A55959.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/fV4JhMm6)
-
looks good @Semi-Sly, glad you found something that you like and works for you. good luck with the op
-
Looking good, Semi, I like the beard design! Good luck with your surgery, and hopes for a quick recovery.
I recently tried growing my hair back for winter warmth. Made it 3 weeks and couldn't stand it. I always think the white hair and flattop make me look old! It feels so good when you shave it smooth again. Anyway, we're both rocking the baldie style again!
-
Looks cool.
Hope op goes well.
God bless you
-
Looks good @Semi-Sly
You are trying new things!
Hope your surgery and recovery go well.
-
Best of luck with the surgery!
-
Haven’t checked in for some time. Here is where I now am
(https://i.postimg.cc/pTS5cbx1/CACB31-C2-6-AC7-41-A9-9-C7-A-B0-B1888541-F8.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ygFNWGDF)
-
Wow @VOT
-
Haven’t checked in for some time. Here is where I now am
(https://i.postimg.cc/pTS5cbx1/CACB31-C2-6-AC7-41-A9-9-C7-A-B0-B1888541-F8.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ygFNWGDF)
Looks great!
-
OK, it's been a while... time for a beard update...
It's ALMOST grown back...
-
OK, it's been a while... time for a beard update...
It's ALMOST grown back...
Frustrating isn't it? They grow so slow!
I've been waiting ages for my beard to grow back after trying to remove dye and what I now think was damage caused by using a hair straightener.
-
OK, it's been a while... time for a beard update...
It's ALMOST grown back...
The beard is looking great, @DoberDaddy ! And that "system" looks good as well. Never thought I would say that.
-
OK, it's been a while... time for a beard update...
It's ALMOST grown back...
Frustrating isn't it? They grow so slow!
I've been waiting ages for my beard to grow back after trying to remove dye and what I now think was damage caused by using a hair straightener.
Thanks, @Rusty Shackleford, the day you cut your beard was a sad day for all of us... I remember it well...
How about an update?
-
OK, it's been a while... time for a beard update...
It's ALMOST grown back...
The beard is looking great, @DoberDaddy ! And that "system" looks good as well. Never thought I would say that.
Thanks man!
Happy New Year to you!
-
Thanks, @Rusty Shackleford, the day you cut your beard was a sad day for all of us... I remember it well...
How about an update?
Hum... I think the last time I posted a pic here that Photobucket was still a thing. I'll have to see what I need to do to post another pic.
I don't think I mentioned the last big trim here though. December 2019 and my beard was probably 10" or a little more. I remembered I dyed my beard and then got a haircut with no intention on getting the beard trimmed. Then at the next chair a bald guy with a huge beard came in and got a trim and I decided to trim mine. I had a few inches cut off, but then I decided that I needed to end using hair dye. Since it can't be removed from the hair I kept cutting here and there until last May when I got it down to a paltry 4". At that point most of the dye was visibly gone, and I've let it grow back since then with only a couple minor trims on the tips.
Also in 2019 I was having huge problems with knots and if I pulled my beard through my fist it actually puffed out at the last inch or so. It just hit me recently that I was likely hitting it too hard with a heated brush and just ruined the hair. It's about 7" long now and does not do that, and in 2020 I maybe used the heated brush once (mainly because it was so short anyway)
So now I know!
No dyeing - it's too hard to stop
No heat
-
This was either the shortest I had it or very close:
(https://i.postimg.cc/Nj545wsj/20200505-203823-1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/qNHn5S6P)
-
Even at its shortest it looks great
-
Looks great, @Rusty Shackleford
You still have a lot of natural color left there.
-
Haven’t checked in for some time. Here is where I now am
(https://i.postimg.cc/pTS5cbx1/CACB31-C2-6-AC7-41-A9-9-C7-A-B0-B1888541-F8.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ygFNWGDF)
Impressive! Awesome
-
This was either the shortest I had it or very close:
(https://i.postimg.cc/Nj545wsj/20200505-203823-1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/qNHn5S6P)
Wow... looks great... I think you should definitely ditch the dye... the grey looks awesome.
You can switch to Imgur...
Thanks for the update!
-
Thats grown!, looks great
-
Beard looks great @stn87 !
-
@stn87 DUDE!
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/3RWq5pmb/feb-2021.png) (https://postimg.cc/HcDzbrSQ)
ok, I havent seen my top lip in almost 30 years and my chin in about 8 yrs. Been sly now for 3 or 4 years. so ive never been sly and shaven. Feel like a change on the lower face. Advice? short, goatee (never tried), or let it grow?
-
I was at the same point one year ago. I hadn't had a clean shaven face in several decades, and never with a shaved head. I started noticing alot of guys with bald heads and no facial hair, and finally got up the nerve to shave my face. Wow, what a shock! I didn't recognize myself in the mirror, and didn't like what I saw! Luckily, it grew back pretty fast, but I'm glad I tried it. I suppose it's just like when you first shave your head, it takes time to get used to the change.
-
@Dragon you have quite the impressive beard, I would hate to see you cut it. Your beard is now part of your face.
Like when people ask me... don't I "miss my face". This IS my face.
That being said, it's your face.
What I will say that is every time in the past 36 years of being bearded... I have regretted every time that I drastically cut or shaved.
-
thanks guys
-
If not too late, I vote to keep the beard you have. It looks awesome.
-
thanks @slybeard, I havent done anything rash!
-
Where is everyone?
Is it my imagination, or has this entire board gone basically silent?
There were loads more folks making frequents posts... and now... not much at all.
-
No, it’s not your imagination. This site was considerably more active when I first shaved my head a little less than 4 years ago.
The r/bald subreddit has grown in popularity, I’m active there too.
-
Where is everyone?
Is it my imagination, or has this entire board gone basically silent?
There were loads more folks making frequents posts... and now... not much at all.
I am not sure what happened. I still check every few days, but not much activity at all.
-
Anyone ever use beard beards or braid their beard?
-
Anyone ever use beard beards or braid their beard?
I tried once when on vacation in the Bahama's. They were ladies set-up on the beach doing braids for the ladies, so I said why not? They are not that easy to see due to the color of my shirt.
-
Nice Slybeard. I think i may let my chin hair on my goatee grow long enough to to do that. I did some research and it sounds like you need about 4 inches of length at minimum. I got some growing to do!
-
Anyone ever use beard beards or braid their beard?
some of the viking beads look good but i havent had had the courage yet
-
Where is everyone?
Is it my imagination, or has this entire board gone basically silent?
There were loads more folks making frequents posts... and now... not much at all.
I think what happened was that a lot of the membership joined the Facebook group. At first it was kind of fun, but things got a little out of hand for some of the members. I am guilty and I will start contributing more in the future.
-
When my beard is longer I braid it often.
-
Beard is roughly 9". I'm thinking of maintaining it at 10" in length.
Oh and I'm bald again. :D
(https://i.postimg.cc/QC0Drm6K/20210316-085340-1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ctg2RRGd)
-
Where is everyone?
Is it my imagination, or has this entire board gone basically silent?
There were loads more folks making frequents posts... and now... not much at all.
A lot of people might not be able to log in. I forgot my password and the password recovery system doesn't work. I'm only in due to dumb luck by guessing what it was and setting it to leave myself logged in. At some point it will lock me out and I won't be able to get back in.
-
The perfect look for you @Rusty Shackleford !
I am trying to grow terminal length, again.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/T3BXwyWv/C220656-F-443-B-4-C35-9-BF4-B8-F055-AC8097.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/9DPkgQpL)
-
I'm looking for some advice. This is the longest (length) I've had my beard over the past 18-ish months. This is the point where I usually get bugged by all the little flyaways and hairs that won't stay down and reach for the trimmer.
Any tips or tricks on how to tame the mane?
(https://i.postimg.cc/bJbFK5LJ/IMG-6054.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/FdrZSDM5)
-
Apply a little beard butter which should help condition and tame it a little. It looks great!
-
Many guys do use beard balm or beard butter for control, and you can also get beard wax as well. I have found that my preference is regular hair gel and a blow dryer.
-
Like buttah!
-
A bit of oil or butter but the main this is time, give it a bit of time and the flyaway ones will fall into place with the others
-
The perfect look for you @Rusty Shackleford !
I am trying to grow terminal length, again.
Nice! Pic or it isn't happening! ;D
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/T3BXwyWv/C220656-F-443-B-4-C35-9-BF4-B8-F055-AC8097.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/9DPkgQpL)
Beard's looking great O0
You cut it back some haven't you?
-
I'm looking for some advice. This is the longest (length) I've had my beard over the past 18-ish months. This is the point where I usually get bugged by all the little flyaways and hairs that won't stay down and reach for the trimmer.
Any tips or tricks on how to tame the mane?
(https://i.postimg.cc/bJbFK5LJ/IMG-6054.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/FdrZSDM5)
With beard hair being relatively thick and your length being on the short side you might not be able to control the hairs with anything. Honestly you might need to let it grow more to see what it wants to become, and based on how it looks now I bet you have a curly beard and those can really look awesome once allowed to fill out.
-
Hi @Doug ...
Nice to see you bearded again.
From the pic, it looks like your beard hairs are curly... they are sometimes hard to control... but as RS said... let them grow out a bit longer, see how they do.
A little "beard balm" or "beard butter" might be just the trick.
Steve
-
@Razor X looking SHARP!!!
@Rusty Shackleford here ya go...
-
It got to me so I knocked off about 8-10 mm. Maybe this time I'll let it go a bit longer just to see what it does. I do use beard oil on it but I'll have to look into some butter or balm as well.
-
@Razor X looking SHARP!!!
@Rusty Shackleford here ya go...
How long does it take you to get to terminal Steve? How much more length do you expect to get?
It looks good, btw.
-
Beard's looking great O0
You cut it back some haven't you?
A bit.
-
@Razor X looking SHARP!!!
Thanks.
-
I did a major chop back in January of 2020, went down to almost nothing... just a really short goatee.
I believe the longest I ever went was two years... and if I am not mistaken, 18".
I would like to see if I can just leave it, totally. See what's it's like after 3 years.
-
@Razor X looking SHARP!!!
@Rusty Shackleford here ya go...
O0 Keep it going!
-
@Razor X looking SHARP!!!
@Rusty Shackleford here ya go...
Looking great
-
The other week I bought a Kent comb so I decided to de-tangle my beard. I oiled it up extra heavily and worked at it for a while and not it feels super long. BTW, I strongly oppose the use of those hair straightening heated combs because I'm virtually convinced that my frequent use of one in 2019 fried my hair, because my beard has regrown almost all of that length but it feels totally different than in 2019.
(https://i.postimg.cc/hvHLt80M/20210615-115612-1.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
(https://i.postimg.cc/L6KvRR0S/20210615-115556-1.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
-
Looks like you’ve got your length back, @Rusty Shackleford!
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/nzQCb0fB/9437403-C-61-CC-4283-8-D8-C-4-CBED4672-BA8.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/CBSFbC1x)
-
@Rusty Shackleford @Razor X looking good guys
-
It's been a while... getting harder to fit it into pics... almost back to pre-chop length.
-
@Rusty Shackleford @Razor X looking good guys
:)
-
It's been a while... getting harder to fit it into pics... almost back to pre-chop length.
O0
-
I gave it a chance, but I cannot tolerate a long mustache. This is the biggest it has ever been and it won't sweep to the side unless I use some sort of hair product in it, and then it only seems to cooperate for maybe an hour before it acts like nothing was ever applied to it. Eating has become a phenomenal pain with my mouth being full of mustache with every bite with certain kinds of food. So I trimmed it back and did a little beard trim and this was the before and after.
This is basically the third time I've learned this lesson. I also noticed that the sensation that I was being overwhelmed by hair on my face had disappeared and was the fault of the mustache.
(https://i.postimg.cc/tThy5Ktm/20210723-182039-1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/PprBfF7m)
(https://i.postimg.cc/MpNS869F/20210723-183922-1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/G4FNFCwF)
-
I agree. A huge mustache can just get in the way and be a huge encumbrance.
-
I gave it a chance, but I cannot tolerate a long mustache. This is the biggest it has ever been and it won't sweep to the side unless I use some sort of hair product in it, and then it only seems to cooperate for maybe an hour before it acts like nothing was ever applied to it. Eating has become a phenomenal pain with my mouth being full of mustache with every bite with certain kinds of food. So I trimmed it back and did a little beard trim and this was the before and after.
This is basically the third time I've learned this lesson. I also noticed that the sensation that I was being overwhelmed by hair on my face had disappeared and was the fault of the mustache.
(https://i.postimg.cc/tThy5Ktm/20210723-182039-1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/PprBfF7m)
(https://i.postimg.cc/MpNS869F/20210723-183922-1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/G4FNFCwF)
Looks great Rusty
-
The photo below was taking at work by a professional. I have since trimmed about 2 to 3 inches off the beard because the ends were getting too thin and hard to deal with.
-
Looks great!
-
@slybeard @Rusty Shackleford
Looking amazing, guys!!!
-
Thanks, Dober
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/ZqVTtmcv/107-CA6-C7-B9-FE-45-B5-886-F-4845-BF927870.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/kVRrKkL7)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Dz22M0qK/6-AA44198-0369-4-C19-B7-AA-86-A715-BA72-D6.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/9Dn54W8x)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Bn5SpHPg/6-C6-FA674-BD9-C-4058-BED6-B16-C699593-AA.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/yDdCYJPg)
-
@Razor X NICE!
-
@Razor X NICE!
Thanks.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/DZb0qws3/PSX-20210801-130708.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Vrmzw1DK)
-
Mark, was that after the trim in that photo? It looks great!
-
Mark, was that after the trim in that photo? It looks great!
No, that was pre-trim. Believe me, it rarely looked as neat as it did in that photo. About 30 minutes after styling, it separates in a stringy mess.
-
Time for an update... had a trim, first time since the big WHACK back in December of 2019!
-
Time for an update... had a trim, first time since the big WHACK back in December of 2019!
Looking majestic
-
Time for an update... had a trim, first time since the big WHACK back in December of 2019!
Awesome! I always like seeing the updates of your great looking beard.
-
Time for an update... had a trim, first time since the big WHACK back in December of 2019!
It’s recovered nicely!
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/v82zSbk0/1828-C265-4622-4-DF3-9-C9-B-519-A764-D0-EDF.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/mhMCPfb9)
-
Thanks! @slymyke
You too @Razor X , and DAMN!
-
@Razor X that must be record length for you. I do wish I could have seen that length on you when you still had more red. Red beards are my favorite.
-
@Razor X that must be record length for you. I do wish I could have seen that length on you when you still had more red. Red beards are my favorite.
@slybeard , it’s not record length yet but getting close.
@Razor X I do wish I could have seen that length on you when you still had more red.
So do I but the timing just didn’t work out that way. It turned grey sooner than I expected.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/FKkcKXKg/D16966-F2-EBF3-4-E36-A5-BB-7-D525-FB5-C255.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/1gP4WTwf)
-
@Razor X WOW!!!
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/W1vxxy12/4966071-C-AA55-4-A80-8-ECA-5-BEF0266114-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/GHXMyqDN)
Here’s a recent pic of my beard!
-
@marshd1000
It's been ages, so great to see you. Beard looking AWESOME!
-
There's something very refreshing about seeing a full white beard. My hat's off to ya! O0
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/W1vxxy12/4966071-C-AA55-4-A80-8-ECA-5-BEF0266114-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/GHXMyqDN)
Here’s a recent pic of my beard!
👍🏻
-
There's something very refreshing about seeing a full white beard. My hat's off to ya! O0
Thanks for the compliment! I do really need to post here more! I love my white beard! If it could grow down to my tummy, I’d be very happy! But at least it is full and thick! I also do plan on going fully sly again at some point! Just having fun with the fringe!
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/FsQhxYwG/241-ABD4-F-BBA3-486-F-AE87-3-CAE96014084.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/nM08FhFQ)
(https://i.postimg.cc/8PBNX1SG/2-DA35-D0-E-D264-453-E-876-D-143966-DC6-ACA.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/7f6Ffrht)
(https://i.postimg.cc/TYkH3Sjm/36-F5-CC68-1813-44-A9-9-CC0-CCC3-A1-C183-DF.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/HVytS6hs)
-
Looking good @Thathawkguy001 ! Are you noticing improvements in your beard growth? It looks thicker to me.
-
Looking good @Thathawkguy001 ! Are you noticing improvements in your beard growth? It looks thicker to me.
Somewhat been trying to get the cheeks to fill in. Left is progressing nice.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/rwVFrs5V/PSX-20211125-134714.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XpPbMV2m)
I'm thinking on try a goatee without mustache next.
-
Looks good @Tony Dadá !
You have good beard growth and any facial hair style works for you. So have fun with it and change as you like.
-
Looks good @Tony Dadá !
You have good beard growth and any facial hair style works for you. So have fun with it and change as you like.
Thanks man!
My beard grows really fast,is fun a change of style.
-
Update.
After almost 4 months of having a mustache decided to switch to a goatee
(https://i.postimg.cc/c1Kwxz58/PSX-20211207-111215.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/NLc5bdtg)
-
Looks great Tony
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/wvNbz3Bj/PSX-20220102-150453.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/WF276NrB)
All gone!
Is just hair isn't it?
-
@Tony Dadá nice clean shaven face! Now it’s tempting. How are you adjusting?
-
Nice cue-ball look! But you know I like beards, so I like at least some style of facial hair with a shaved head. BTW, I cannot tell with your shades, but did you ditch the eyebrows as well? We have had a few guys post with shaved eyebrows.
-
Nice cue-ball look! But you know I like beards, so I like at least some style of facial hair with a shaved head. BTW, I cannot tell with your shades, but did you ditch the eyebrows as well? We have had a few guys post with shaved eyebrows.
Wanted to start fresh the year.
I feel naked without beard and hair...but badass at the same time.
Bald and bearded is my favorite look,but change is good.
No,the glasses just cover my eyebrows...is kinda cool tbh.
(https://i.postimg.cc/L86BtJRq/PSX-20220102-184318.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3dVv7Jk7)
-
@Tony Dadá nice clean shaven face! Now it’s tempting. How are you adjusting?
Thanks man.
Even if I did it multiple times before,is a shock see myself totally hairless.
But feels great tho,all smoothness from thw chin to the nape.
Go for it!!
-
@Tony Dadá
You look great, whatever you do. I, personally prefer you with the shaved head and beard.
I would love to see you with a mohawk. THAT would be cool.
-
@Tony Dadá
You look great, whatever you do. I, personally prefer you with the shaved head and beard.
I would love to see you with a mohawk. THAT would be cool.
Thanks man.
Nah,the days with hair arw over to me
-
@Tony Dadá thanks for the inspiration. I took the clippers and razor to my beard this morning and went fully clean shaven. Now it’s a naked face with a my clean dome. You are right….it’s just hair.
-
@Tony Dadá thanks for the inspiration. I took the and razor to my beard this morning and went fully clean shaven. Now it’s a naked face with a my clean dome. You are right….it’s just hair.
I'm honoured that someone took my look as inspiration
That's awesome Razorhead,now your beard match with your haircut!
Show us in a picture if you want :)
-
Update,8 days of growth.
(https://i.postimg.cc/JzjnR8Js/PSX-20220113-143911.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/FYsmx2Tv)
-
O:O O:O :@` :@`
-
Nice look Tony, how long do you plan to let it grow this time?
-
Nice look Tony, how long do you plan to let it grow this time?
The first goal is February 23 (my 4th baldnniversary),but hopefully a whole year.
-
Keep us updated on your progress - you grow such a great beard it will be fun to watch.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/JzDby54x/08-EA9040-A9-E2-4131-B91-E-10-E60-C99-BA19.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XrWZmF5B)
-
Great looking beard Razor. I’m thinking maintenance for shape and trimming is taking lots of time ?
-
Great looking beard Razor. I’m thinking maintenance for shape and trimming is taking lots of time ?
Not really. Barber visit once a month.
-
@Razor X gorgeous!
-
20 days of beard growth
(https://i.postimg.cc/y8ztf4NL/PSX-20220124-134516.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3dntRqmG)
-
20 days of beard growth
(https://i.postimg.cc/y8ztf4NL/PSX-20220124-134516.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3dntRqmG)
👍🏻
-
@Tony Dadá :) :) :)
-
Already looking good @Tony Dadá
Are you still using dye on it?
-
Already looking good @Tony Dadá
Are you still using dye on it?
Yes,every two weeks.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/RhjLYNpZ/PSX-20220208-134349.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/K3DTkvy6)
33 days of beard growth.
Is not full yet, I can see that some hairs are still stubble or very short compared with the rest.
-
Still it is fast beard growth, looks good already. Most guys need at least 90 days to get good coverage.
-
@Tony Dadá Looking good, wapo!
-
Still it is fast beard growth, looks goo already. Most gut need at least 90 days to get good coverage.
Thanks man. Maybe is my imagination,but since I start shaving my beard two years ago my beard grows faster.
Definitely is going to need some time to look full again
(https://i.postimg.cc/sg9LTQjy/PSX-20220210-142525.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/w1MFvBRb)
-
@Tony Dadá Looking good, wapo!
Thanks 😏
-
The faster growth is likely due to age. I know in my case, my beard growth rate increased as I aged.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/zfgbFsmg/PSX-20220212-142536.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/67Bp91pW)
Good-bye beard,I see you when the pandemic is over.
-
Nice look Tony you rock both styles really well! I’ve been tweezing for a while so this is about the best I can do right now lol
-
Nice look Tony you rock both styles really well! I’ve been tweezing for a while so this is about the best I can do right now lol
Totally smooth!
Thsnks man
-
How did I know that beard was NOT going to last?
-
How did I know that beard was NOT going to last?
Lol
-
Nice look Tony you rock both styles really well! I’ve been tweezing for a while so this is about the best I can do right now lol
Totally smooth!
Thsnks man
You have really cool gauges too awesome aesthetic seriously!
My style is a bit out there but do I do the look justice or should I think about trying something different?
I’ve thought about other things before but it would take awhile to grow anything back if I decided to
-
Been experimenting with letting the dye grow out in my beard.
-
Been experimenting with letting the dye grow out in my beard.
That's awesome man,soon is going to be totally silver.
-
@slybeard , it looks good! 👍🏻
-
It's going to look great!
-
looks good
-
Goatee without mustache.
(https://i.postimg.cc/xCT09DMr/PSX-20220404-143058.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/1g2xKdvM)
-
@Cue Ball looking good!love the goatee without the stache. nice shirt too. You are the man of style!
-
That is some fine and detailed trimming @Cue Ball , looks good.
-
@Cue Ball looking good!love the goatee without the stache. nice shirt too. You are the man of style!
Thanks!
A bald man still can have a makeover 😎🎱
-
That is some fine and detailed trimming @Cue Ball , looks good.
It takes time to perfect lineup's,thanks Slybeard.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/PfFtYbYt/IMG-5367.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/QV1GrTfP)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Bbt4Rt99/IMG-5368.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Lgdc198N)
Here I am after a long time, still big beard, just more gray, and permanently bald scalp!
-
Been experimenting with letting the dye grow out in my beard.
the gray looks good, I got much more gray me too
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/PfFtYbYt/IMG-5367.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/QV1GrTfP)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Bbt4Rt99/IMG-5368.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Lgdc198N)
Here I am after a long time, still big beard, just more gray, and permanently bald scalp!
Nice smooth top and beard. I wish I could get the permanent smooth top - without the pain and time required for tweezing.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/PfFtYbYt/IMG-5367.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/QV1GrTfP)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Bbt4Rt99/IMG-5368.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Lgdc198N)
Here I am after a long time, still big beard, just more gray, and permanently bald scalp!
Looks great, i like the grey
-
All gone again.... I'm addicted to smoothness
(https://i.postimg.cc/KzZXZ8ST/PSX-20220413-073713.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/WDfY8j4p)
-
I got much more gray me too
Who doesn’t? 😉
-
Nice smooth top and beard. I wish I could get the permanent smooth top - without the pain and time required for tweezing.
Was very painful especially at the beginnings, but it did work, and now I can enjoy the 100% bald and no shadow scalp
-
Looks great, i like the grey
Thank you @Dragon, love your grey beard and perfect smooth head too. O0
-
@Barbero Pelón nice clean shaven look. It suits you. I love my clean shaven face. Thanks for giving me the idea.
-
Looks great, i like the grey
Thank you @Dragon, love your grey beard and perfect smooth head too. O0
cheers @zetaeffe, i had grown the beard almost as long as yours but had to trim in back for work, not a huge amount but its not as long as it was, lol
-
@Barbero Pelón nice clean shaven look. It suits you. I love my clean shaven face. Thanks for giving me the idea.
Thanks Razorhead, it's definitely something that I'm going to to do more often,love how the smoothness of the face match with the chrome dome.
Glad that you find inspiration from it ;)
-
Here I am after a long time, still big beard, just more gray, and permanently bald scalp!
Looking good, @zetaeffe
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/TwjLjWKg/1-A25-C9-BB-1-CEF-4-FA5-B891-F027-D545-F4-D8.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/G82mdtJm)
-
Looking good, @zetaeffe
Thank you very much indeed
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/TwjLjWKg/1-A25-C9-BB-1-CEF-4-FA5-B891-F027-D545-F4-D8.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/G82mdtJm)
WOW! great beard and beautiful smooth dome!🎱
-
I had a "maintenance trim", I am letting the bottom half go terminal ... just keeping the upper half more groomed. It's less that $15, so I can afford to do it every few months.
-
Looks great @DoberDaddy
Here is my latest - the dye is almost gone, just a little dark at the bottom.
-
@slybeard -Love the bald/gray combo!
-
@slybeard Thanks, yours looks great. Now stop trimming it for a while! O:O
-
@slybeard Thanks, yours looks great. Now stop trimming it for a while! O:O
I am a slow grower, my last trim was back in December 2021. I am almost at the length where my beard just seems to stop growing.
-
@slybeard -Love the bald/gray combo!
Agree; it looks great!
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/PJMWV813/PXL-20220714-161558135.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/y3k3kxQc)
Sly on clinic rotations at vet school
-
Looking good with the cheeks @Thathawkguy001 !
-
Looking good with the cheeks @Thathawkguy001 !
Thanks I've been shaving daily and keeping the beard growing strong. Decided I'm gonna keep it shaved this winter and for the foreseeable future.
-
Tried to find a picture that features my bald head and my beard but had trouble finding one where my head looked good.
(https://i.postimg.cc/N0BCjRtZ/IMG-3793.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zy2FdbVk)
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/PJMWV813/PXL-20220714-161558135.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/y3k3kxQc)
Sly on clinic rotations at vet school
I love the specs, your beard and sly head look great too.
-
@SlyMike
Magnificent beyond words!
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/PJMWV813/PXL-20220714-161558135.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/y3k3kxQc)
Sly on clinic rotations at vet school
I love the specs, your beard and sly head look great too.
Your length of beard or a bit shorter is definitely a goal for me, learning patience and letting it do it's thing.
-
Just be patient! @Thathawkguy001
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/RVKWdBX7/91-ADCF9-E-56-A0-4339-8-D1-E-877-C9-A24-E205.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/WhpppQRz)
-
A perfectly shaped beard @Razor X !
-
A perfectly shaped beard @Razor X !
Thanks.
-
@razorx
WOW!!!!!!
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/KjcCC7Qj/E48-EAB4-E-D864-45-AB-AD58-236-BB9473683.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
-
AMAZING! :@`
-
Got a beard trim and it evened up.
-
Got a beard trim and it evened up.
Nice job! 👍🏻
-
@Razor X Great looking beard! Nicely shaped. Do you trim it yourself or have a barber do it?
-
Looks good @Thathawkguy001
-
@Razor X Great looking beard! Nicely shaped. Do you trim it yourself or have a barber do it?
I have a barber do it. I did it myself during lockdown, with mixed results.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/KjcCC7Qj/E48-EAB4-E-D864-45-AB-AD58-236-BB9473683.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
So beautiful look, amazing combo of long beard and very smooth head!!
-
I actually had my beard shaved off today kept only my mustache!
(https://i.postimg.cc/RFxmp2YS/32-AFFC0-A-7-DB0-4-B80-B3-FF-C5860692775-E.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/p9C3pcx4)
(https://i.postimg.cc/W43TJMkV/826-BC801-9-D42-4618-9328-61524-B3-EBF2-F.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/yDwwM3jp)
-
You look a lot different to me without the flattop and beard. My preference would be the flattop with the beard, but do your own thing. I know you like to change it up, so we will see the beard and flattop again one day.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/Y0RSDf92/E1040-AC3-DFC9-4-C42-BA4-A-45969-CBAC060.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/wRtH7NLn)
-
Glorious!
-
Terrific beard! I'm envious...
-
@Razor X that's an awesome picture!
-
@Razor X that's an awesome picture!
Thanks.
-
@Razor X that's an awesome picture!
Thanks!
-
Looks great @DoberDaddy
Here is my latest - the dye is almost gone, just a little dark at the bottom.
Looks so good white!!! well done!!!
-
So here are some of my latest. I did Santa for a Children's Program at my church, and one with my youngest son.
-
That's a badass Santa.
The white beard looks awesome man. No more hair dye
-
Thanks @Barbero Pelón
-
@slybeard, you make a great-looking Santa!
-
Thanks, @Razor X
-
Wow, we can almost be twins! Looking good @slybeard
-
Wow, we can almost be twins! Looking good @slybeard
Thanks, Post a current photo so we can see side by side.
-
Wow, we can almost be twins! Looking good @slybeard
BTW, I would be honored to look like your twin!
-
Terrific beard and great job as Santa!
My daughter asked if I would consider growing my beard to play Santa for my grandson. He was terrified when they tried to have him sit on Santa's lap this year (he's only 18 months old). I said I would try, but couldn't guarantee a good beard.
-
Did a thing...
-
Looks good , @DoberDaddy , but I have no plans to carve away my cheeks to maintain our twin status. I do wish I had that hair on top, but I don't think I will ever want to put the money into that.
-
I agree with that 100%!
I, of course, no longer pay for my hair.... ;)
Best wishes in 2023!
-
Did another thing...
-
Awesome Stache, but I am partial to your full beard. What is up with the hair system, or lack of it?
-
Fresh headshave and light beard trim this morning
(https://i.postimg.cc/rFYd87zt/20230120-112929.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/w7Lx2fX6)
-
Awesome Stache, but I am partial to your full beard. What is up with the hair system, or lack of it?
Thanks... was not loving the goatee, so starting from almost 0. The hair comes off on Thursday (start of weekend), if I have no weekend plans, goes back on Sat. eve to start the week.
I had no idea of how long the mustache had gotten, this was after taking off 4" from each side.
-
Awesome Stache, but I am partial to your full beard. What is up with the hair system, or lack of it?
Thanks... was not loving the goatee, so starting from almost 0. The hair comes off on Thursday (start of weekend), if I have no weekend plans, goes back on Sat. eve to start the week.
I had no idea of how long the mustache had gotten, this was after taking off 4" from each side.
So you plan to keep the stache this length and grow the beard back? That will be an awesome beardstache as the beard comes in. Keep us updated.
-
Fresh headshave and light beard trim this morning
(https://i.postimg.cc/rFYd87zt/20230120-112929.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/w7Lx2fX6)
Looks great @Adamski1972 !
-
Awesome Stache, but I am partial to your full beard. What is up with the hair system, or lack of it?
Thanks... was not loving the goatee, so starting from almost 0. The hair comes off on Thursday (start of weekend), if I have no weekend plans, goes back on Sat. eve to start the week.
I had no idea of how long the mustache had gotten, this was after taking off 4" from each side.
So you plan to keep the stache this length and grow the beard back? That will be an awesome beardstache as the beard comes in. Keep us updated.
I am not going to trim the stache again, I think. As for the beard... not sure. I can maintain a beardstache at home, but do like the look of a longer, fuller beard. That is where I usually gravitate... although, this is the first time in many many years that after removing my beard I only have ONE CHIN!
-
Congratulations on the single chin. I have no idea how many I have now, I don't want to see!
-
Congratulations on the single chin. I have no idea how many I have now, I don't want to see!
And I suggest you don't touch your amazing beard.
And, of course, a guy I have just met saw my old pic from last year, 1 min post barbershop... "I liked it that way"... LOL
-
Congratulations on the single chin. I have no idea how many I have now, I don't want to see!
And I suggest you don't touch your amazing beard.
And, of course, a guy I have just met saw my old pic from last year, 1 min post barbershop... "I liked it that way"... LOL
At least he knows your potential and what it will be again in the future.
-
Did another thing...
Cool new look @DoberDaddy.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/x1VHQ2FK/FE28-B42-A-DDDD-4289-82-B0-675-C2-BD6-E249.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/PPKNbBHx)
-
Thanks @Razor X you are still stunning.
Mine is starting to grow back.
-
Just after the 3-month mark, and it was NOT looking good, went back to my barber, who I have not been to in a year.
Let's just say he was NOT impressed with the results of the "TRIM".
After... he took off more than I thought, but he said it will grow in better.
Had to change that horrible pic.
-
Looks good now!
-
I thank you.
My barber said, I am probably good to go for at least another few months. He said the bottom will grow out naturally, and I can keep the upper part (sides, and around the mustache) groomed every other month to stay neat looking
-
My barber really whacked off my beard today!
I told him to fade it to bald as it moves from the chin toward the ear - he didn’t get very far before he faded to bald!
(https://i.postimg.cc/NMt6KS91/image.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/GBM8NMj2)
But it’s all good because my beard grows really really quickly and I like to keep it cropped fairly close for comfort in another week it’ll grow all the way back to my ear again!
-
My daughters tell me me it’s Gandalf Gray, but I think it’s fast on the way to Santa White.
Either way, it sure ain’t the dark brown of a few years ago.
(https://i.postimg.cc/nL9zkCh8/588-D1-D41-F8-B4-4419-A4-D9-6-FACAF1-A467-F.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/TyGf22bQ)
-
My daughters tell me me it’s Gandalf Gray, but I think it’s fast on the way to Santa White.
Either way, it sure ain’t the dark brown of a few years ago.
I know how you feel!
(https://i.postimg.cc/CxDgtgJN/IMG-3134.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/G4cV86W8)
-
I’ve been hanging out with bearded bros lately but still as sly as ever!
(https://i.postimg.cc/CxYX65Zk/IMG-4903.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/JG6ps15z)
-
Looks good, Marshall!
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/NGSgZb9W/IMG-4647.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
(https://i.postimg.cc/5NzxJv8j/IMG-4648.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
(https://i.postimg.cc/52Mf20mg/IMG-4649.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
-
OK, the thread needs some refreshment.
Back to being SLY. Made the decision, just today. 6 years of stick-on hair. It was fun, now I am DONE.
Beard trim last week.
-
Wow, great look, Dober. Looking at your current photo now is kind of like looking in the mirror for me.
I suppose you can always use the sticky hair for "occasions" to give yourself options.
-
Haha, yes... we are like twins.
TBH, I was getting ready for an occasion, and I looked in the mirror after the attachment, and I just decided, right then and there... I AM DONE!
So today it's being tossed in the trash with all the crap that comes with it.
;)
DD
-
@ Dober Daddy what made you give the hair piece up ?
-
Basically just what I said... just got tired of it.
I am off for a month to see family in Florida and Toronto, and didn't want to deal with the stress of yet ANOTHER thing stuck on my body, and all the crap you need to take care of it. Combined with the things I have started to deal with in the past year.
CGM (continuous glucose monitor) glued to my arm, changes every 14 days.
Insulin pump, also glued to various parts of my body (needs to be replaced every 3 days).
CPAP (that starts next week).
So with all the above things that I need to deal with... the hair (and the products) was more than I could see myself dealing with.
-
@DoberDaddy , I'm sure it's so much easier going back to a bald head, and shaved smooth looks great on you!
Good luck with your health issues. Seems we all have some as we get older. I'm also diabetic, and it's a constant battle.
-
Thanks!
-
Best of luck with the health issues. This getting old is no fun. Have my own problems , as we all do.