We often get the question as to what the difference is between beard shampoo vs regular shampoo. While they share some similarities, there are some stark differences to be aware of. Here at Artius Man, our beard shampoo is thicker than regular shampoo to help with the washing and conditioning of facial hair. Our beard shampoo lathers up as well, which helps in coating and washing the beard. Many beard shampoos on the market are overly thick and have less lather making it harder to clean the beard.
Beard shampoos also contain essential oils that help moisturize the skin underneath your beard and leave it soft. Regular shampoos do not typically contain essential oils, which is one of the reasons why they lather up more than beard shampoos. Essential oils also smell fantastic in a beard shampoo. However, at Artius Man, our normal hair shampoo is infused with essential oils, so we are the exception to the rule!
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Can I Use Baby Shampoo On My Beard?
Many people do not realize that baby shampoo and regular shampoo are essentially the same thing. Baby shampoo contains less of the "irritating" chemicals for infants. Baby shampoo is actually just a more gentle version of regular shampoo. So we still recommend using a beard shampoo over any regular head and scalp shampoos, including baby shampoo.
Cost Difference Between Beard Shampoo vs Regular Shampoo
Beard shampoo is typically more expensive than regular shampoo because they contain "fancier" ingredients that are harder to acquire and therefore have higher costs. A good beard shampoo, like ours, will run you about $15-$20 for a 4 oz bottle. While the price is slightly higher than a regular shampoo, you'll be using less product and are only using about 2-3 oz for your entire beard per month. So, in the long run, it's going to last you a lot longer than normal hair shampoo.
Is Beard Shampoo Necessary?
Some men may be asking themselves, is beard shampoo necessary? The simple answer is complex: beard shampoo technically isn't essential, but many men opt for it over regular shampoo. Regular shampoos typically contain other ingredients that may dry out your skin and hair, which can lead to dandruff or other flaking issues on the skin underneath your beard. So, in our opinion, beard shampoo is a must-have item for bearded men that do not want to deal with dry, itchy skin.
Should I Use Beard Shampoo Every Day?
You can use beard shampoo every day; however, we recommend using it no more than every other day and a beard conditioner in-between days. Daily washing can strip the skin and hair of natural oils, leading to dandruff issues and dry skin. Make sure to check out our article here as we dive deeper into that topic.
Does Beard Shampoo Help Grow Beard Hair?
While there is no scientific evidence to suggest that beard shampoo can help grow more beard hair, it certainly does not hurt your beard hair either. With the added conditioning benefits of the essential oils in our beard shampoo, you are sure to see healthier-looking facial hair too. Not to mention healthier-feeling skin that is free of irritation and flaking. Plus, your beard is going to smell fantastic.
In Conclusion...
In conclusion, there are some clear differences between regular shampoo and beard shampoo. These include how they lather up, the essential oils contained within them, and finally, their price point. We recommend men use a beard shampoo instead of a regular head and scalp shampoo as it contains different chemical components which help condition their facial hair to be soft.