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Are you wondering how to make your own beard oil but not sure where to start? My woodsy beard oil recipe is so simple to make with only 4 ingredients, and it actually works!!

 

Homemade beard oil is a perfect alternative to pricey store-bought beard oils. DIY beard oil keeps facial hair soft and is made with all-natural ingredients.

 

This woodsy beard oil recipe uses skin-loving jojoba oil, nourishing almond oil and carefully selected essential oils for a soft and healthy beard. Homemade beard oil also makes a wonderful gift for all of the bearded men in your life. It’s quick and easy to whip up a batch of woodsy beard oil and it makes an awesome stocking stuffer.

 

What is the Best Oil for Beards?

Jojoba oil is one of my favorite carrier oils for beard oil because it is so nourishing. Jojoba oil is actually a liquid wax that is easily absorbed by the skin because it is so similar to sebum (the oil our skin produces). It is rich, moisturizing, and soothes the skin. Jojoba oil softens hair wonderfully and is an overall powerhouse oil for DIY beauty products.

Almond Oil is another of my favorite oils for beard oil because it absorbs well and softens the skin.

 

 

If cedar is just not your thing or you don’t want to smell like a tree, there are other essential oils to consider for your beard oil recipe. I tried lots of combos before settling on cedar and bergamot.

Woodsy Beard Oil Recipe

• 0.75 oz. almond oil
• 0.25 oz jojoba oil
• 20 drops cedarwood oil
• 20 drops of bergamot oil

 

Measure ingredients into a small measuring cup.

Mix well, then pour into a glass dropper bottle. This makes 1 oz of beard oil.

 

 

HOW TO USE BEARD OIL

Beard oil is so easy to use! After washing your face or showering, place about a nickel-sized amount of this oil in the palms of your hands and rub it on your beard. The exact amount will vary depending on the length of your beard, but I recommend starting with a small amount and working up as needed.

This can be used daily or multiple times a day if you’re just getting your beard started and are trying to encourage it to grow in.

 

BEARD OIL VS BEARD BALM

What’s the difference? And do you need both for your beard?

The short answer is YES. According to my bearded hubby, it’s best to have both a beard balm AND beard oil in your beard care arsenal. Here’s why.

Beard balm has a firmer texture than beard oil and is used to tame unruly beard hairs. Think of it as a styling product for your beard, similar to a pomade for hair. It is slightly moisturizing, but it contains wax to help hold those beard hairs in place. Many men also need beard balm.

Beard oil, like the one you just made from this recipe, is like a moisturizer for facial hair. 

For a soft, touchable, and manicured-looking beard, I highly recommend a combination of beard oil and beard balm for your beard care routine.

 

Let us know in the comments below if you try this recipe out!