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Beard Guard Length & Style Match Tool
Find the right guard length for your target beard style with maintenance steps.
The beard style you are trying to achieve.
How thick or full your beard grows in naturally.
Your face shape helps determine the most flattering beard length and shape.
About This Tool
Finding the right beard trimmer guard setting can be confusing, especially across different brands. This beard guard style match tool pairs your target style, hair density, and face shape with the exact guard range and millimeter length to aim for. Not sure which style suits you? Take our Beard Style Selector quiz first, then come back for the technical settings.
How to Use
Select your target beard style, natural density, and face shape. The calculator returns the guard range, length window, trim frequency, and a face shape tip. For zone-by-zone guard settings (cheeks, jaw, chin), use our Beard Trim Settings Calculator next.
FAQ
What if my beard is patchy and I want a full beard?
Patchy beards look best at shorter lengths where coverage is consistent. A short beard at 3-6mm often appears fuller than a patchy medium beard at 15mm. A boar bristle brush trains hairs to cover sparse areas over time. For more detail on growing through patches, use our Beard Growth Time Calculator to set realistic expectations.
How do I find and shape my neckline properly?
Place two fingers above your Adam's apple - that is your neckline center. Draw an imaginary curve from behind each ear down to that point and back. Everything below gets shaved clean. A defined neckline is the biggest difference between an intentional beard and a neglected one. Our Beard Trim Settings Calculator includes neckline guidance for every style.
Should I use beard oil or balm with a trimmed beard?
Yes. Beard oil moisturizes the skin underneath and reduces itch, essential even for stubble. Balm adds hold for shaping longer beards. For stubble and short beards, oil alone works. For medium and full beards, apply oil first for moisture, then balm for control. Apply right after a shower when hair is damp.
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