Homemade Beard Oil

Use this beard oil recipe to keep beards looking sharp.

People who are growing beards know that it is essential to care for them. While many people find a well-groomed beard attractive, they can quickly become unkempt when left alone. Therefore, people who are growing a beard should take care of their facial hair by using a beard oil daily. Making beard oil at home is incredibly simple.

There are many benefits of using this beard oil recipe. The jojoba oil soothes irritated skin, moisturizes it and works to unclog blocked hair follicles. Coconut oil helps to tame the beard while reducing itchiness. Meanwhile, the almond oil helps to hydrate the skin, stop acne and kill bacteria.

This recipe also calls for the use of cedarwood essential oil, which has antiseptic properties and sandalwood.

This beard oil recipe is shelf-stable when stored in a cool, dark place, so it may last for up to a year depending on how much of the oil is used daily.

Homemade Beard Oil

Ingredients:

• 1/2 ounce jojoba oil
• 1/2 ounce sweet almond oil
• 1/2 ounce coconut oil
• 5 drops cedarwood essential oil
• 5 drops sandalwood essential oil
• small glass bottle with an eyedropper or cap

Instructions:

1. In the following order, add the oils to the bottle: jojoba oil, sweet almond oil, coconut oil, cedarwood and sandalwood essentials oils
2. Screw on the cap and shake vigorously.
3. Apply twice daily to beard or when needed.
4. Massage into the skin under beard with fingers.