The Viking beard is one of those facial hair styles that seem to never lose their popularity and no wonder. This warrior beard style instantly brings out your virility and strength. So, if you want to emphasize this side of your personality, then it is hard to think of a better option. Besides, there are plenty of Viking’s beard styles to choose from, so everyone will be able to find a look that matches their taste.

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What Is A Viking Beard?

The Viking beard is a masculine facial hair look that implies growing your hair on the face full and bushy while grooming it neatly. Originating in Scandinavia, it was a trademark beard style of Nordic warriors. Vikings took good care of their facial hair, so it always looked its best even in battle. The absence of a beard was not approved at the time, as it was a true sign of your manliness and bravery. So that the beard would not get in the way in the fight, ancient warriors put their facial hair in a beard braid. Over the course of time, the traditional Viking beard braid has evolved hugely, setting off many different Viking beards styles like Viking braids or undercuts.

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How To Grow Viking Beards?

There are many ways to pull off modern Viking hairstyles and beards. Yet, before getting to styling, you need to grow your facial hair so that it can be turned into the desired look. Here is how you can achieve it:

• Keep your facial hair spick and span.

Do not neglect washing your beard so it remains fresh and clean. Employ a regular shampoo or a beard soap to remove dirt, grease and product residue and prevent them from building up in your facial hair. Additionally, you can use a beard oil or balm for extra hydration and suppleness of the hair.

• Trim the beard as it grows.

Despite a common belief that to achieve a luxuriant facial hair style you need to abandon shaving for the whole period of growing it, this is not always the case. You do not want to look scruffy and unkempt during this stage. So, continue trimming the facial hair from time to time to ensure you maintain a neat appearance and it grows out uniform. Before grabbing the trimmer, take care to comb your beard so it is tangle free. Also, it should be completely dry when you trim it. Finally, do not forget about the area on your neck, as it is often left behind.