Walk into any grooming aisle and you will see both beard oils and beard serums promising a softer, fuller-looking beard. They are close cousins, but they are not the same. Here is how to pick – or how to use both.
What beard oil does
Beard oil is a richer blend of oils. Moonplix Beard Growth Oil combines sunflower oil, cedarwood oil and vitamin E. It is best for:
- Longer beards that need more conditioning.
- Dry skin under the beard, itch and flakes.
- A night-time routine, when you can let it soak in.
What beard serum does
Beard serum is lighter and absorbs faster. Moonplix Beard Growth Serum uses argan oil, cedarwood oil and vitamin E. It is best for:
- Short to medium beards and stubble.
- Mornings – it will not leave your beard shiny or greasy.
- Taming flyaways for a neater, fuller-looking shape.
Can you use both?
Yes. A popular routine is serum in the morning for a clean, groomed look and oil at night for deeper conditioning.
The 2-minute daily beard routine
- Wash your beard with a mild cleanser and towel-dry.
- Take 4–6 drops of oil or serum.
- Massage into the skin under the beard first, then through the hair.
- Comb or brush into shape.
- Trim every couple of weeks to keep the outline sharp.
A note on beard growth
How thick a beard grows depends largely on genetics. What a good routine does is keep the hair and skin healthy, so the beard you have looks its fullest and feels soft.
Good to know: do a patch test on the inner arm 24 hours before using any new oil or product. If you have a scalp condition, persistent hair fall or irritation, speak to a dermatologist.
