Beard Porosity - What is it & Does it Matter?

[@DanCBearded]

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[@kenbayard6737]

This is the information that changes a man's beard life. Keep teaching Dan.

[@DanCBearded]

Thank you Ken! I love it

[@Jeffereez]

Wow this is very interesting content. I have red and grey beard hair. I used to use the thicker viscosity oils. Now that my beard is longer I'm realizing those don't work as good for me they make it really sticky I use the thinner viscosities I have to use quite a bit of it. This journey is so much fun just beginning. Learning everyday is fun thank you! The water intake has been so important and beneficial to the health of not only my body but my hair is well.

[@DanCBearded]

Thank you! I find it super interesting as well

[@dsx968]

Sticky. Exactly why I don’t like the thick oils.

[@Cole_Branham]

Red beard here as well and I completely agree! Just the thought of a thick, sticky oil makes my beard feel awful lol

[@doctornicksamazingmanstuff]

I’m not even sure why, but this content and this video has me captivated!

[@DanCBearded]

I am right there with you! But I made the video lol so I would hope so

[@xrayfreak5846]

Great video Dan. As a man with a red/grey beard, my beard loves thicker oils, but I do try my best to rotate between light and medium oils and I can tell a difference once I go back to a thicker oil how well my beard styles. I agree with what you said about staying hydrated. It surely does help styling and preventing your beard from being "dry".

[@DanCBearded]

Makes all the difference!

[@xrayfreak5846]

@@DanCBearded Yes sir

[@SlaterGator409]

I never even thought of this, it just happened to pop up in autoplay watching your videos. Ive been watching your videos and taking all your tips and tricks since i started growing this beard. You've helped me and a lot of other bearded men, so i want to thank you for that. Ive always had a beard, what you would call a "business beard", im 30 years old and Im about 6 months to my first real beard (a long beard) and ive never had a problem with my beard retaining moisture. I have pretty straight beard hairs, its not coarse or curly at all, and usually when in the shower its as if i just got out of the pool, dripping wet. I almost always have to use a blow dryer or it won't style right. Recently ive noticed in the shower after i get my beard wet and start to brush through it, (ill brush the opposite way so all the hairs stick up) and they look dry as a bone, cheeks more-so than the chin. Water is sitting on the ends but it seems like no matter how much i rinse my beard it has dry spots while in the shower. I used to have rub my beard dry with a towel, today i just brushed it out of the shower and by the time i was done brushing, it was almost all dry with the exception of some droplets on the tips. I dont know whats causing it. I work in healthcare and we just started wearing masks again. Ive noticed how its really being a detriment to my beard, i have mask beard just a few times of putting it on and the hairs get all kinked and flattened. Ive stopped washing in the morning because of it, i just rinse real good in the morning, apply my beard oil and blow dry. Ill take a shower when i get home from work and wash it out because its all kinked up and i enjoy washing my beard and taking care of it. Im just curious if the masks are doing this because ive never had a problem with my beard hairs being porous until recently and i never even thought about it until i watched your video. Sorry for the long comment. Its just something thats been on my mind since watching your video. I did the hair water test and that hair just floated around.

[@DanCBearded]

Yeah, unforuntely the masks are not friends of the beard. Cause all sorts of problems. If you can get a mask designed for beards, or where a loser fitting coverage, it would be much better.

[@Tyno913]

Great video & topic! The in depth explanation along with the visual aids are great! I’ll give the test a shot for fun! Ty Dan & keep it up!

[@DanCBearded]

Thank you tynomo!

[@stevepletcher]

Great video Dan, I really enjoy the "why" parts of things.

[@DanCBearded]

Thank you! Same here, truly

[@Thisguywholikeswine]

Another great and very informative video Dan! I believe my beard hairs are around a medium porosity. I do use a heavy oil in my rotation. 👊🤘

[@DanCBearded]

Thanks buddy!

[@JacdUpLeatherworks]

wow i really want to dive into this more

[@DanCBearded]

It’s super interesting!

[@im4scots86]

A science lesson to start the day. I like the idea of mixing beard oil viscosity on my gray beard. Thank you Dan.

[@DanCBearded]

Thanks! Switching it up is key

[@sosovoo1]

Great Video Dan!! I had some questions pop up as I watched but you answered them all as the video went along. Thank you as always! #GoManCity!

[@DanCBearded]

Oh beautiful!

[@thebeardedmackgrooming]

Great video, Dan. Love this type of content.

[@DanCBearded]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Ottobon]

To keep it simple i have had great results with heavier oils at times, but as of recent tried some light oils and rotate more medium and light with rare use of heavy and i think its the best and most natural (healthy) my beard has ever felt, but worth monitoring as preference may change with the seasons yet again. I mostly have dark hairs but random reds and whites so taking effort to keep them happy with what seems to be heavier oils can help, but way back, maybe due to wash, maybe due to climate, maybe routine, heavier oils was only thing that seemed to keep everything together

[@DanCBearded]

Rotation is key!

[@JamesMurray-nf9oo]

Sir it shows how much you pour into this content by the solid information that you share. My beard has never not just looked so good as it does now but it is truly healthy thanks to following your advice. Thank you again for all you do.

[@DanCBearded]

You’re welcome! I love it all

[@lapidaryluke]

Been a hot minute since I've checked in on your content, you continue to be a passionate teacher who provides information in a consistent and concise way! Stay bearded and stay positive my friend!

[@DanCBearded]

Thank you Luke!

[@DeliberatelyBearded]

Amazes me Dan how your remember all this information

[@DanCBearded]

I love it!

[@bigstew2000]

I haven't heard anything on this topic in a while. Thanks!

[@DanCBearded]

I love this stuff!

[@Knickerbocker_Ave]

Dude... thank you for covering this because I had already implemented this into practice. I have a 4 oil rotation. A light, a medium, thick and 1 cologne scented one for date night or close encounters. Most days it's a medium viscosity on either morning or night and then depending on which I use in the morning, I use the other at night with butter. Rarely using thick 2 sessions in a row unless it's ridiculously cold outside. I will lean thicker medium at times, but since I have medium porosity, I also make a conscious effort to hydration that's what works for me. On the weekends it's harder because I may not drink as much water, and more caffeine is ingested and that's when I go straight thin with only all natural essential oil blends.

[@DanCBearded]

Love how dialed in you are!

[@Knickerbocker_Ave]

@@DanCBearded because of you and your energy brother. I learned so much from your videos and your help along the journey. This beard is a Dan C co-production.

[@coreybarbic]

The trusted teacher back at it again!

[@DanCBearded]

You know it!

[@semperfortisjiujitsu]

Great information as always Dan!

[@DanCBearded]

Thanks again!

[@whiskersnwhisky4728]

Thank you Dan! Always learning something new. I've heard of porosity as it pertains to rocks, but never hair. You can take a teacher out of the classroom but not the teacher out of a true educator! See you tonight!

[@DanCBearded]

Man I appreciate you!

[@j.m.4858]

Good morning... great video as always.

[@DanCBearded]

Thank you!

[@bfielders]

Great video Dan! Loved the intro with the beard filling up with water too! Nice reminder to stay hydrated and it went hand in hand with the video.

[@DanCBearded]

Thanks!!

[@mikeh2373]

Makes a lot of sense and best information ever- Thank you Dan C and appreciate all you do. At work but when I get home I’m going to do some research and share my findings. I tend to drink less water than my off work days.

[@DanCBearded]

Can’t wait to hear your thoughts!

[@truenorthbeardco]

awesome video Dan!

[@DanCBearded]

Thanks!!

[@reubenk7331]

Freaking LOVE these informational videos! I would imagine porosity changes what thicknesses of oil work for us as well? Ha ha, obviously you answer that right after I type this! I definitely find medium thickness seems to work best for me. Some of the really thicker oils just never absorb, and thin oils seem to just disappear for me. I bet this also changes how our hairs feel, and how often, we should be rotating in conditioner. Makes a ton of sense, thanks Dan!

[@DanCBearded]

You’re the man! Thank you Reuben 🤝 always brings a smile to see your name pop for a comment

[@reubenk7331]

@@DanCBearded Aw thanks Dan 🙂 Always a great time!

[@jakeboss1915]

Great topic, don't remember hearing about the hair floating test, great idea!

[@DanCBearded]

It’s an interesting thing!

[@theartistformerlyknownasbr4849]

This was a hot topic a few years ago, and I'll agree with your take... For me following healthy habits, and a good rotation of oils was more beneficial than stressing about what i should do for my specific porosity...

[@DanCBearded]

Exactly! And that’s why I didn’t cover it a few years ago. I didn’t agree with the hype of it, but didn’t want to come out as a contrarian or a know-it-all. I think it’s a factor, but not a key factor

[@theartistformerlyknownasbr4849]

@@DanCBearded I tested the theory that was being espoused at the time, if I recall it was... If you have hair type x do y... And only y... But that didn't work for me, I ended up like a grease slick... Not the look or feel I wanted... I remember you mentioned in a few live streams basically what was shared today... You can't go wrong with the basics, a good wash and a few different oils, anything else is optional....

[@billythebeard6055]

Time to experiment with that water method. So, curious, but I think I know which porosity, according to the white and grey beard, as you said. Great info, Dan. So much to learn.

[@DanCBearded]

Keep me posted!

[@TheBeardedPorkchop]

Benny Hill voice- Learning all the time, with Mr. C.

[@DanCBearded]

🤝

[@TheWhateverMan420]

I just tested 2 of my hairs and they sunk within 10 seconds. Pretty cool experiment! Thanks for sharing 👊

[@DanCBearded]

You’re welcome!

[@r55mannyp]

Some really great information here. I personally have done the test in the past from a video I saw on an another beard KZbin channel. Have low porosity and recommend to use thin oils. But I just use them in the rotation with my other thicker blends. Also being cold I tend to like the thicker oil during this time.

[@DanCBearded]

Exactly what this video is all about! The other variables matter much more than just simply the porosity

[@seanmnew]

Glad to see it finally post after our discussion a few days ago. On that, those in that boat were talking about having to reapply water/oil in the afternoons, would you say that's a positive choice?

[@thebeatenbrush]

Right there with you Sean

[@DanCBearded]

For sure! Nothing bad about a midday routine

[@Loud_Thinker]

Dan the Preacher 😊

[@DanCBearded]

No preaching here

[@jimcummings4712]

I think that understanding how a person's beard is, takes some experimenting by that person. Yes, u have to experiment with decifferent products. The same way with porosity. This can get confusing.Especially when the seasons change. This is what makes growing a big beard so interesting. All of this keeps me aware of what is going on with my beard on a daily bases. So thank you Dan for this topic.😊

[@DanCBearded]

Very true!

[@jtsteve]

Make me want to do the test lol. Bet it changes a bit from summer to winter. I don’t dry as much when heat is running in cold months because beard gets dry before I can get oil in. I could see climate and water intake playing biggest factors. Wonder how much butter at night vs not affects this as well? 🍻🍻🍻

[@DanCBearded]

Those are for sure the biggest factors and good question about butter. I’m not sure!

[@animalntaz]

I should point out that after looking around earlier on this topic, that the hair porosity water test floating around the internet doesn't really work. There are a number of factors involved that may cause the hair to float, such as if there is any oil left in the hair. How the hair is placed, that may not be breaking through the surface tension of the water. And also hairs gradually become more porous at the hair ends than at the roots, and I think some hairs are more porous than others depending on where they grow, etc.

[@DanCBearded]

Thanks for sharing!

[@theolfactoryzone]

I’m here to learn!

[@DanCBearded]

Appreciated 🤝

[@ddot2423]

Wow what a great video! I definitely need to do this test to see what it does for me. Anyway so why u don’t recommend the test is it because it’s not always accurate or something else?

[@DanCBearded]

Exactly. It’s not a perfect test and the outcome doesn’t give you many answers. Learning your other personal variables is much more important

[@D.BeMe1]

I'm not sure if you've done one, but if not, can you do a video on different beard oils and their viscosity? Thanks.

[@DanCBearded]

Checkout “thick vs thin” dan c bearded. Especially the description

[@tencentpistol]

Dan, probably unpopular opinion here, but i like the silicone / argan oil / keratin mix in hair repair oils for my long brown and gray beard. It keeps it soft, untangled, and i have 0 issues. I tried several beard oils lately, many of which you recommend, and they are just too oily for me, even trying different viscosities and amounts, nothing quite works like the silicone based stuff. I've used it for years, and grown a really long, healthy beard with it. Also to clarify, I'm not putting it on my skin at all, my skin is hydrated and fine, and i never have an itchy beard.

[@DanCBearded]

Rock on man! Whatever works for you is what matters

[@tencentpistol]

@@DanCBearded Thank you for the reply, i guess i was just curious about your thoughts on silicone based products if they are not in contact with the skin. The silicone seems to really allow the argan oil to spread and absorb quickly, leaving almost no oil coming off on your hands. Cheers!!

[@DanCBearded]

Really not good and not something I recommend in any situation. As hopefully noticed with my response, I never tell people they are wrong or give unsolicited advice. Hair needs to breathe and go through its natural process and silicone prevents that. That feeling of needing silicone to have a healthy feeling beard is an indicator of an unhealthy beard. Hair can become dependent on silicone and there is literally a detox period that happens (up to weeks) for the hair to feel and appear normal/healthy again. Thats only after pairing the stopping with healthy habits and quality products. I genuinely see no positives to using silicone on your beard.

[@jellyspears]

Whoa! Cool information.

[@DanCBearded]

Thanks!

[@kennethyoung4892]

Very informative video

[@DanCBearded]

Glad you think so!

[@BobbysBearded]

Explains why my black beard likes the thinner oils. My beard really loves squalane and olive

[@DanCBearded]

There it is!

[@talisitiger1]

Great topic Dan! Interesting test! And when folks say things like 'my beard soaks oil right up', is it safe to assume they have high porosity? Should high porosity beardsmen use more oil??

[@DanCBearded]

Exactly and yes, often times more oil is the key

[@leosigman7239]

This may explain why my 5 inch white beard passes the half-hour test with 10 drops while some beardsmen report using droppers-worth of oil.

[@DanCBearded]

Spot on!

[@dsx968]

I did that water test before and I do have low porosity as well as reddish, grey, and white hairs. For me I know that oils with more of a castor base aren’t good for me. Like Artius Man. My beard feels very dry. The majority of my oils are medium. BTMS works well for me but I don’t know who uses that anymore. It’s also pretty dry here in Minnesota and I work in a food production facility where I’m going from heated to refrigerated areas all day long. My beard takes a beating just from that. I’d love recommendations on which particular oil or company I should look into if I haven’t already.

[@DanCBearded]

Very interesting stuff!!

[@LDLike]

Great information Dan. Here is my question. Does the hair porosity affect the benefits, or drawbacks, of a cold rinse? You have previously said that there is a benefit to a cold rinse for most beards. But, is there any type of beard porosity that would actually benefit from a warm rinse instead, that may keep the pores of the hair open, to better accept the oil into the open pores of the hair.

[@DanCBearded]

That’s a great question! If the hairs have very little porosity because they are too dense, I could see a warm ending shower being better to open the hairs. I just haven’t heard of that situation yet

[@LiamBlundell]

Hey Dan checked test one of my beard hairs it sank, my question is how many glasses of water do you drink to keep hydrated

[@DanCBearded]

I recommend taking your body weight number in pounds and drink half that amount in ounces of water

[@LiamBlundell]

Okay

[@mirceaionescu960]

New beardsman personally (unless you can count the time in highschool where I just didn't shave for a month) and the general conclusion is that there are a lot of great products out there, but the key is always finding what works best for you. As most of us don't have limitless budgets to try literally everything in the market, or have partners with limitless patience for new bears products. Is there a good way to cast a wide net to see what works and what doesnt personally, without needing to obtain copious amounts of care products you may not enjoy?

[@DanCBearded]

Truly listening to the factors that make the most sense. If you are have a grey/white/silver beard, go more heavy in the rotation. If you live in humid areas, go more light. Medium is normally enjoyed by all.

[@BEARDED_VATO]

LETS GOOOOO

[@DanCBearded]

Vatoooo!

[@OGFitzRoy]

My beard has low & high porosity hairs 🤷🏿‍♂️

[@DanCBearded]

Super interesting! I do remember you have two areas of different textures

[@DutchVSeters]

Semantic satiation- when a word no longer feels real.

[@DanCBearded]

Boom, there it is

[@Token___]

All things considered from watching this video do you think there would be any benefit to applying beard butter, taking a warm shower (rinsing but not washing beard) and reapplying beard butter when done? Would beard absorb more of the beard butter or do you think it would just be a waste of money?

[@DanCBearded]

For sure a waste of money. No need to apply for showering purposes

[@cruz_BenevolentDisciple]

I have a red and brown beard. I use a mixture of thin and thick oils that seem to react well with my beard. I am more concerned as how my beard reacts with the dial soap I use on my non-bearded portion of my face during run off as dial antibacterial bar soap is high ph. I feel that when I wash it off all the run off that slides over my beard still strips it of nourishment. Any thoughts?

[@DanCBearded]

As long as your beard is wet first and you don’t massage it in, you are totally fine!

[@Cole_Branham]

Awesome video and interesting topic! I’m definitely going to be trying the test, just out of pure curiosity at this point on my red beard lol what would you consider a rotation? I’ve heard that for so long now and I’m sure it’s all about personal preference but like would it be maybe a week long of using a certain viscosity or switch it up every couple of days? I’m not sure if I’ve heard your take on that or not. My Covid brain fog could definitely have forgotten though as well 😅

[@DanCBearded]

A rotation can be different for everyone, but I feel having 3 different viscosities in rotation is a beautiful one

[@excerciseninja2902]

I thought you where talking about welding

[@DanCBearded]

haha not today

[@rdaj12]

I have a red beard with white (it's graying as I'm now 56) and it's very course. I understand what you said about oils. My question is, would beard butter at night help and if so, what kind and/or brand is best for a course, red (with white) beard? Thanks so much and I'm loving the channel! While we're talking, if there an specific oil that you recommend for my texture of beard?

[@DanCBearded]

Yes, butter at night will absolutely help. For that type of beard, I recommend a full bodied butter. Try the one from Doctor Nicks= www.doctornicks.com/danc * DANC = 15% off

[@rdaj12]

Copy that! ​@@DanCBeardedI'll get that on order and thanks so much! Stay positive; stay bearded!

[@mekareed895]

This is random but is it beneficial to braid your beard? Like does braiding it keep it moisturizerized?

[@DanCBearded]

I’m not actually sure!

[@Minister_ronbrown]

Will dying the beard adjust the porosity? Gray to black or brown color dye. Or does it retain its original porosity because it already has its porosity level?

[@DanCBearded]

No, other than damaging the hair from the dye

[@gbearded6223]

Good morning Dan. Does the porosity determine how long you should wait to blow dry the beard after putting the oil?

[@DanCBearded]

Yes, absolutely! Low porosity should have less wait time. Great thought!

[@gbearded6223]

@@DanCBearded very interesting. I’m glad I asked. I would’ve thought if it is low porosity, I would need to wait longer to give it more chance to absorb the oil. I am glad to know this. Thanks Dan!

[@DanCBearded]

It can actually be dependent on the personal and their personal variables. Another one of those situations where it depends. The heat can help the absorption process for some!

[@jakemarshall3917]

I don’t know if its good or bad, but I find my beard absorbs warm water far quicker and easier than if I use cold water

[@DanCBearded]

That’s a fact. Cold water can close the hair

[@PhilipDowd]

On a gray beard, would it be beneficial to start the morning routine with a thinner oil and after a few minutes add another layer of thicker oil to seal it?

[@DanCBearded]

That’s probably overkill on a regular basis, but from time to time it may be worth trying!

[@patrickperkins4689]

Another great video with some very interesting information. It would have been even better if you had a Tottenham Hotspur FC hat on...haha

[@DanCBearded]

Can’t since Kane left! 😂

[@patrickperkins4689]

@@DanCBearded you have to love Sony! COYS!

[@munoz91]

My beard is black with red bc of my indian heritage but i will probably be doing this porosity test out of pure curiosity

[@DanCBearded]

Super interesting!

[@munoz91]

@@DanCBearded thanks i have more black though honestly like the red you can only see when i am out in the sunlight but i always thought it was interesting myself i have gotten a lot of compliments on it

[@WF_MOTIVATION]

I am still new to all of this, and really love these videos. My beard has all the colors mainly black but also red grey and white 😂... so i better choose medium to thicker oils. Am I correct??

[@DanCBearded]

Generally speaking, yes!

[@kyuz0]

What a interesting topic! Thanks Dan! I have a question for you - my nephew was just telling me that his beard feels like steel wool lately no matter what he does. He's just finished up chemo for lymphoma. Would that adversely affect his beard? It grows fast and full but just VERY coarse. Any ideas what could help? Butter? Some specific oil or balm?

[@DanCBearded]

This video should be perfect! kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqOTZpmYgc-ajqssi=tbd-Hg9PnoVQbSY0 and most beards come back after chemo but they can feel different and get softer as time goes. For a company to try, I would recommend the company below. The owner created it because of really sensitive skin. Doctor Nicks= www.doctornicks.com/danc * DANC = 15% off

[@jimbobf8017]

Dan I knew I had holes in my hair but I thought it was just on the top of my head. And everyone else always calls it a bald spot 🙄

[@DanCBearded]

Haha well played

[@ryandavidson8842]

What are good brands or oils for a red beard? Would ostrich oil be beneficial?

[@DanCBearded]

Try this thick oil: Artius Man= tinyurl.com/4t4m5www * DANC20 = 20% off Try this ostrich oil: Magic City= magiccitybeards.com?aff=2 * DANC = 10% off

[@neale49]

My beards around or just shorter than 3 inches. I can use a lot of oil and it just keeps absorbing but should you really be using a lot even if it keeps absorbing it? Or should it be limited?

[@DanCBearded]

Keep giving your beard what it needs! Have you experimented with thick oils?

[@neale49]

@@DanCBearded mostly stuck with mediums. Right now I’m using a blend of meadowfoam, castor, jojoba and baobab which is a bit thicker than I normally go for.

[@DanCBearded]

Keep giving that a try!

[@thebristlyboss]

Hmm... I did the test and it just floats.. So low Porosity then! Maybe this explains, Why my beard always looks better after a shower/bath then when I just wash it! I guess I should be 'soaking the beard' or immersing the beard Instead of getting it wet and lathering it up... I'll have to give it a try and see if it makes a difference.. :D

[@DanCBearded]

Keep me posted!

[@thebristlyboss]

@@DanCBearded Will do! :D

[@thebristlyboss]

@@DanCBearded So I don't know if this is coincidence or not.. Everytime I've washed my beard this last week, I've made sure to COMPLETELY soak it! Not just get it wet... And.. For the last few day, my beard feels softer and DEFINITELY looks better! I've never had an easier time styling it in the mornings! I don;t know if hydration has anything to do with it, But I've had a LOT less kinks and waves in it..... :D

[@BuddyJolly]

Do you think chlorine would have any additional effect on whether or not your beard floats? I noticed last summer when i would stand in the pool my beard would always sink in the water. I just did the test and my beard was floating. Can porosity vary and change over time? We need bill nye the science guy now.😂 Bill Bill Bill Bill!

[@DanCBearded]

Yes yes and yes lol above all, chlorine is horrific for the beard

[@beardsandvinyl]

FIRST!

[@DanCBearded]

The GOLD!

[@robertallen6074]

Very interesting and informative video.

[@julioluciano3673]

second 😬

[@DanCBearded]

First to claim the SILVER!

[@Jeffereez]

First

[@DanCBearded]

The SILVER! According to those dang KZbin judges lol

[@stuartcomeaux9497]

Porosity, Porosity, Poorcity 😵‍💫

[@DanCBearded]

😂😂