Better known as the goodie-two-shoes of the Marvel universe and cleanest-cut superhero around, Captain America, Chris Evans nevertheless does a great sideline in rugged facial hair. Although it was first seen in a number of his early films, the Chris Evans beard really became a thing with Avengers: Infinity War and now the glorious facial ruff is back for for his latest role as a gritty Mossad agent in The Red Sea Diving Resort on Netflix.

Now, when you’ve got an A-list jawline like Evans it might seem a curious decision to cover it up. But the look has gracefully aged the star, turning him into one of Earth’s mightiest hair heroes and making the internet weak at the knees, too. This is a beard with its own fan art. Buzzfeed called it “the most important part of Infinity War”.

To be fair, it’s a good beard. Great coverage, thick without being bushy, a great foil for long, slicked-back hair and Cap’s squeaky clean image. A beard to separate the men from the boys – and one that’s definitely worth emulating.

“To achieve this level of hirsuteness most guys will have to commit to the long haul if growing a beard from scratch,” says Denis Robinson, creative director at barber chain Ruffians. “I’d recommend going unshaven for three to four weeks to start.

“At this stage book in with your barber for a tidy and shape. Get them to clean up the neck just above the Adam’s apple to help define the chin and taper out some of the bulk – which if left unattended can give the appearance of a double chin.”

Captain America would not stand for a double chin and neither should you. Look to keep up regular beard trims every three to four weeks after the first, asking your barber to focus below the jaw, as Evans has, thinning and tapering the facial hair to create a stronger jawline while the cheek line is kept soft and natural.