Beard Oil

We get this question a lot from guys who are starting to use beard oil for the very first time. Beard oil serves several important purposes for both your beard hair and the skin underneath.

Beard Oil moisturizes the skin beneath your beard to prevent itchiness and flaking, while softening facial hair to make it easier to manage throughout the day.

The natural oils we use at Weatherbeard Supply Co penetrate deep into each hair follicle, strengthening your beard from root to tip. In addition, a quality beard oil gives your beard a healthy shine and a subtle, natural scent.

We recommend applying beard oil once a day as part of your regular grooming routine. Just like the hair on your head needs consistent care, your beard benefits from daily moisture to stay soft, healthy, and manageable. For men with very dry skin or coarse beards, using beard oil twice a day can be even more effective. Applying it in the morning helps keep your beard looking its best throughout the day, while using it again before bed allows the oil to repair and nourish your beard and the skin underneath overnight.

The main difference between beard oil and beard balm comes down to their consistency and intended use. We make both because different beards need different care at different times.

Beard oil is essential for daily maintenance and keeping both your skin and beard healthy. It’s perfect for men dealing with dry skin, beard itch, or irritation, or for anyone who wants a natural, soft, and well-groomed look. Its lightweight formula absorbs quickly, moisturizing without weighing your beard down or leaving it greasy.

Beard balm, on the other hand, provides control and styling power. It’s especially useful for short to medium-length beards that are starting to grow out, since it provides a light hold to tame stray hairs while also conditioning. Balm helps keep your beard looking neat, polished, and well-shaped throughout the day.

Absolutely! Beard oil can (and should) be used on stubble. In fact, we recommend it to keep your skin healthy and hydrated as your beard begins to grow. Even short facial hair benefits from the added moisture and nutrients in our oils, which can help reduce itch, dryness, and irritation during the early stages of growth.

We recommend applying beard oil right after your morning shower, while your pores are open and your beard is still damp. The warm water helps the oil absorb more deeply into your skin and hair follicles.

Morning application sets your beard up for the entire day, keeping it soft and manageable through work and whatever else you’ve got going on. Some guys also like a second application before bed to keep their beard nourished overnight.

Getting started with beard oil is super easy. We tell guys to start small, with just a couple of drops in the palm of your hand, and add more if needed—bigger beards naturally require more product than shorter ones.

Damp hair is your best friend. The oil penetrates better and stays put longer when your beard has a bit of moisture. Work the oil into your skin first, since that helps prevent itchiness and flaking, then run your hands through your beard to coat all the hairs evenly.

Finish by using a comb or brush to distribute the oil and style your beard however you like. Any leftover oil on your hands works great on rough elbows or knuckles. We’ve been doing it this way for years, and it never fails.

Beard oil is best applied to a damp beard, not a dripping wet or completely dry one. A damp beard allows for better absorption of the oil, helping it reach the hair follicles and skin effectively.

Weatherbeard Supply Co’s beard oils are handmade in our facility using natural and naturally derived ingredients. Each bottle contains premium oils like jojoba, hemp seed, fractionated coconut, meadowfoam seed, and castor oil—just to name a few—carefully selected for their benefits to beard and skin health. To scent our products, we use either essential oils or skin-safe fragrance oils that follow strict IFRA safety guidelines. You’ll never find harsh chemicals, fillers, or unnecessary junk in our blends.

If you’re unsure where to start, try our beard oil kit that comes with 8 different fragrances so you can discover your signature scent.