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Beards have been making a comeback in the fashion world. From hipsters to red carpets, beards are here to stay.
Today’s resurgence is part of a larger movement called “the New Old Fashioned,” where millennials are bringing back old-fashioned styles and habits, including walking bespoke shoes, drinking cocktails, smoking cigars, and growing facial hair.
So you might ask: do beards make you look fatter?
The short answer is yes they can because a beard adds size to your face, but it also depends.
Let’s discuss it further to figure out if the beard is making you look fatter and if it is worth it for you.
1. If you have a round face, a beard will make you look fatter
A lot of people think that beards are great for your face and can hide the fat on your jawline.
However, the key to having an awesome beard is making sure that it’s cut in such a way as to balance out your face.
If you have a round face, for example, you want to avoid adding bulk below your jawline.
The same goes for guys with narrow faces; they want to focus on slimming their cheeks as much as possible.
So if you have a round face, and you simply grow your beard without trimming it, then you’ll look fatter and possibly more unattractive.
Make sure to use proper beard trimmers, and keep your beard neat. That will definitely make you look more good-looking and will limit you from looking fat.
2. A thick and unkempt beard can make you look fatter
Thick facial hair makes a guy’s face look fatter because it adds bulk to the face.
So if you have a thick beard and do not trim it, your face might look a little fatter.
Personally, I recommend using clippers to trim your beard at least once a week.
Or buy a safety razor that works effectively for the beard cut you want. It’s important that it is high quality.
By doing so, you will notice that your facial hair will not look as dense and curvy as it used to look.
Additionally, facial hair can make a guy look more burly, which can also contribute to the perception of being overweight.
3. For guys with a comb-over, it can actually make you look fatter
If you have a crew cut or a haircut that is a combination of one or two haircuts, then you might find that your beards gives you an impression of being fatter.
That’s because the hair on the lower half of your head is pretty much out of sight, and this leads to a perception that you’re fatter than you really are.
Try trimming your beard regularly and keep a clean-shaven face. That should help make you look thinner if you have a comb-over.
4. If you’re growing a beard, then make sure it’s not too thick.
Beards should not look too thick. If your beard looks like a mangy dog, then it’s definitely not attractive.
And if you’re worried about looking fatter, then it won’t help you there, either.
Instead, you should lighten the hair on your face. Then you can use balms and conditioners to keep it smooth and looking good.
If you want a stylish beard, you must trim it and keep it clean. This will help you look like a mature man.
To be on the safe side, keep the length shorter. A shorter beard will give you a more streamlined look.
5. Keep it well-groomed if you don’t want to look fat
A well-groomed beard is essential for manliness. It can make you look more attractive, and it shows that you take pride in your appearance.
If you want to make your beard look stylish, there are a few things you can do.
First, trim your beard properly. This will help keep the length under control so that it doesn’t get too long and messy.
If your beard is longer than an inch or two, it may start to look unkempt and messy if it grows too much. This can also make you look fatter as we mentioned above.
You can also make sure that your beard is soft and healthy with regular trims.
A good rule of thumb is to trim your beard once a week to maintain its shape and keep it looking sharp. Of course, that rule will also depend on how quickly you grow your beard.
Finally, if you want to really stand out from the crowd, some other bold facial features like a moustache or goatee are a must. These are great ways to express yourself and show off your personality while still looking manly!
6. When a beard doesn’t make you look fat
Don’t get too hung up on the idea that growing a beard makes you look fatter.
The reality is that there are many different faces, so the effects of growing a beard for one person might not be relevant to others.
Plus, some people have naturally round faces that don’t make beards to look good at all.
But if you have a more narrow face, then a beard can make you look more masculine and project the idea that you are a “man’s man.”
So the truth is: sometimes your beard makes you look fatter, but other times it makes you look leaner.
It really depends if your face is round or narrow, and how long you grow your beard.
The longer your beard is, the more danger you run that it will make you look unkempt and fat.
A long beard can still work well, but only if properly styled.
7. What if you have a double chin?
Some people think that a beard can hide a double chin, but the truth is, it can’t.
If you have a double chin, your beard makes it look worse. But that doesn’t mean that a beard will make you look fatter in general because not all beards can do this.
You could still wear a beard, but you must trim it properly and take care of it. This way, your double chin won’t show through too much and if you trim your beard cleanly then you may look stylish.
The more stylish you are, the less people will notice your double chin.
You see, the problem with a double chin is that makes the jaw look wider and more pronounced.
A beard only helps to make the width even more pronounced.
8. Moustaches are good for hiding a double chin
Just like beards, a mustache can hide or make your double chin less obvious.
This is because it takes focus away from your double chin, and you’re adding any hair to your chin that will make it look bigger.
Plus, it makes you look more masculine and bold.
However, you must keep a mustache well-groomed and styled in order to look amazing.
A well-styled mustache can also help seal the deal when it comes to looking thin.
9. What if you have a narrow face?
Then you have more leeway to grow a beard. A beard won’t make you look as fat as your round face counterparts.
But still, if you grow your beard to ridiculous levels and it’s all thick, then it can make you look fat.
That’s because a thick beard also makes the jaw look wider, and has the potential to give you a double chin kind of look.
But if you keep your beard well-trimmed and stylish, you should be fine, seeing as you have a narrow face.
Keep in mind though that it’s important that you keep it well-groomed and styled.
10. Experiment with different facial hairstyles
If you’re worried about growing your beard because you think it’s going to make you look fatter, then we recommend experimenting with different facial hairstyles.
This will help you find the right one that accentuates your features while simultaneously hiding any flaws.
It really doesn’t matter what style of beard you want, as long as it looks good on you and makes you feel more confident.
A beard can make you feel more manly and self-assured, so don’t let your beard hold you back.
Once you find the right style of beard, then you can stick with it to look more manly.
Experiment a little and see what works best for your type of face and personality.
Whatever you choose, just be sure to maintain the style and keep it looking great.
Try not to worry about looking fat. Women don’t care about that.
Do you know what they really care about?
Confidence.
They want their man to be confident with his appearance, and if you’re wearing a great looking beard that you love then it shows your confidence in yourself.
So just be proud, and don’t let your beard hold you back.
If you have a round face, then a long beard may make your face look fatter.
But this doesn’t mean that you have to avoid growing a beard altogether — especially when there are ways to make your round face look thinner with a well-groomed beard or moustache.
Finally, if you feel that growing a beard won’t suit your face and looks bad on you, then don’t do it.
If your face looks better with clean-shaven or no facial hair at all, then don’t grow a beard.
But if you want a beard, then go ahead! Also, get a great haircut, and just make sure to keep it clean and stylish and you’ll be more attractive.