Beard Transparency Trim!

[@None2Lose]

"Don't chase perfection." That applies to so many aspects of life. Beard lessons equals life lessons❣

[@beardedwoolf8426]

My wife give me a beard trim tonight Dan. Said shes sure glad she watched your video! Thanks Brother

[@DanCBearded]

That is awesome!!

[@peterdearing5205]

I'm getting the the point of trimming my transparencies. I too do not want to lose the length. I like what you say about addition by subtraction. Beard on brother.

[@beardsandbanjos]

Addition by subtraction is some solid math...😉. Looks great!

[@toekneelorenzo2942]

Jaja diesnt sounds right, but beard proves otherwise 😁

[@justinbellpa]

Great advice! My biggest problem is always chasing perfection.

[@sweetpaulie]

I am guilty of that as well

[@PapiSensei331]

Same here. I gave my brio to my wife and told her to hide it from me. Now I just trim the real crazy flay always with scissors.

[@xdcmouseuk1405]

Okay, so, I was either going to go DanC you were so right or it was going to be GRRRRRRR!!!!!!! DanC!!!!! lol. Happily, things turned out great. I am so sorry I doubted you my Brother. The whole thing about marking the line first then going in from the sides worked awesomely. The only one flaw in the plan was that after I finished I needed my Wife to cast an eye over it where she found some stragglers that i'd missed. This has been the scariest beard moment I have ever ever had. Thanks again for your amazing advice. I guess it just shows how much I trust you that I did this.

[@jacobtreadway3122]

Oh shit the endless beard might be getting close to terminal length ,I am so jealous of your beard ur growth is super human

[@WayneTheBeardedAFOL]

Following your advice, I’m doing mine this weekend. I have also ordered my Biotin.

[@DanCBearded]

Awesome!

[@madmeyn]

"addition by subtraction" a negative minus a negative is indeed a positive!

[@DanCBearded]

Factual!

[@jeremywiggs5417]

Beard looks great. I have not gotten to point that i am ready to do transparency trim yet, but know it's coming. Thanks for great tip video on how you do yours to help others feel confident enough to do this for themselves.

[@barkyvanschnauzer3438]

I did it thanks Dan! Looks fuller already

[@DanCBearded]

Awesome to hear!

[@barkyvanschnauzer3438]

@@DanCBearded you and your channel have literally changed my beard game! Just ordered some oil based on your recommendation as well, thank you!

[@KJonz]

All great points...all points I need to pair with buying a new trimmer and finally man up and do. I wanna say you've shown this process in some other videos, but it's always nice to see it come back around as a refresher for anyone (like me) who's been hesitant to get that transparency out of there. Ashamed to admit it, but I probably have more than I should because of it, but the whole "addition by subtraction" is a mantra I need to adopt if I hope to get my beard more compliments than the mask that covers it :)

[@denielmaxfield4843]

Loved the show last night and I wanted more information on transparency trims so I came here! I wish I watched your vids when I first started growing a beard Thanks 👍 brilliant stuff

[@DanCBearded]

Oh perfect!

[@jimcummings4712]

That was an excellent demo. Thanks Dan.

[@DanCBearded]

Thanks Jim!

[@sterlingjones4108]

Great video! Excellent teaching.

[@DanCBearded]

Thank you!

[@CrispyCircuits]

Thanks, but the right time. I have about 1 1\2" that is very transparent. Now I know to go ahead and trim it and how! That transparency has been running me crazy! 🎅

[@DanCBearded]

Transparency drives me crazy too

[@beardedjoeyhookem507]

Beard looks great after the trim.

[@alessandrobolognese]

In a few weeks i will go for my beard trim for transparency too, and this video come just in perfect time hahaha thanks a lot Dan you're always the best

[@jmelton4529]

I so need to do this as my beard is now at a length where I can see a lot of transparency but I can't bring myself to do it!😬

[@DanCBearded]

Do it, you got this! It’s easier than it seems

[@jmelton4529]

@@DanCBearded Thanks Dan C, if you don't mind me asking, I think I may have to trim around 3 inches off in length. It feels a lot but how often would I have to do this please?

[@oddrc1588]

I’m still growing mine. I’ll give it a few more months before I take the plunge! Thanks for all your helpful fun videos👍🏻

[@050156jg]

You are one brave man. I never would do that; I’d be too afraid. I’ve grown a full one year beard and going for the second year with no trim.

[@petaluma0]

Stressful! Looks great.

[@DanCBearded]

Easier every time you do it!

[@thebeardedalchemist]

Thanks Dan for this video, yesterday I was struggling if I should trim my transparent part of the beard because my wife wanted me too. And when I opened KZbin your video showed up 😂😂 like magic

[@DanCBearded]

That’s freaky!

[@massimoschianchi7821]

Excellent job Dan! 👍💪

[@DanCBearded]

Thanks! 👍

[@MrKrwillis72]

Great commentary as usual good Sir. Transparent bottom is ALWAYS my grievance along my beard journey. However. I'm adding another year to my face sweater!

[@leosigman7239]

Your advice to keep your head at a normal tilt is very important. I couldn’t see transparency until you turned to the side; that was probably lighting. You may consider a shirt with a pattern or graphic that would show through the transparency to help viewers see just what you’re after. Well done and helpful!

[@dalesoblo3010]

Hi Dan, After 3 1/3 years of no trim I finally got brave enough. So I trimmed (with scissors) the long stringy bits off and evened it out at about 18 inches (measured from lower lip). I’ve always thought about the hairs that grow longer as the vanguard and eventually the others catch up. But after 3 1/2 years some of the vanguard had gotten to the 24 inch length. I do like how even the beard is now and how it all blows together in the wind. I do miss the length and the witchy vibe. I probably won’t trim again for at least a couple years. Still seeking terminal length. It’s a journey in progress. Thanks again for the great content. And your beard does look amazing. I have to add this thought. When you look at long hair on men or women I notice that by about 12 inches it becomes transparent to some degree. Maybe it’s tresses of hair laying in different places. So why not look at the beard in the same light?

[@jmuhr8952]

That takes guts. I only usually trim a half inch out of fear of screwing everything up.

[@tino1766]

Mann.. that made me nervous! Lol I’m so afraid to trim mine. Granted not even close to yours but still .

[@DanCBearded]

Confidence my man!

[@CookingWiththeSchmidt]

Great, I have been waiting for this video. Looks like I will be trimming mine up tonight. Wish me luck.

[@daveanddianethrowingcautio5707]

Perfectly timed video. I reach my Yeard in 4 weeks and I'll be doing a trim. Thanks again Dan.

[@2012oland]

I think the way you hold your head up is very important. I’ve seen guys actually tilt their head down while they cut their beard across their chest, and they end up having the bottom of their beard slope upward. It’s really sad.

[@baldnbearded]

Worse, are the beards that are trimmed that have most of the bulk removed so they curve inward if you are looking from the side. Beards need to look like beards, not fucking topiary.

[@baldnbearded]

You should post vids of your own magnificent beard.

[@justinbellpa]

Completely agree! I've had surgery on my neck an have a hard time holding my head up for long periods. Which makes it extremely tricky for me.

[@LucasbBeardGroomingReviews]

Beard looks fantastic today Dan! Trim looks great 👍 🤓

[@TheFartanSpartan]

I just tried your method and it worked well. My only issue was I didn't listen and I think I rushed it a bit lol. Plus I think I lifted my head too much and got a wierd angle from front to back (neck). Atleast it was only like 1-2 inches and it was first trim so I needed to get rid of the transparency. My beard looks a lot thicker now and with the clean cut at the bottom, my beard looks more maintained. I'll just have to wait a few months for it to grow back and try again.

[@DanCBearded]

Heck yeah, love hearing that!

[@diezelmods8000]

Amazing freehand trim Dan! I could never do that with my clipper. It's too risky

[@beardedandwinning1390]

Looks great, doing what you do best, grooming a great, big beard and sharing knowledge!

[@stevemattys8840]

Just started Groningen. Tried it a few Times already but always trimmed it short again. A colegue at workshop intoduced me with beard products and tis time i have no rash or beard flakes. Already adicted to your video's. I hope in a few months when i can start to style the pandemic is over and the Barbers will be open again,Just this weekend they had to close again for a short semi-lockdown here in belgium.so sorry for my spelling but english in't my native language.

[@jamminjohnyevo]

Very nice Dan!

[@mr.beardsly784]

Great explanation, Dan. All good advice. Thank you

[@keithnicholson9100]

I’ve trimmed my under beard recently. Confidence is a must. I just start 1/2” if that so if I mess it up it’s no big deal

[@congerscott6064]

I do the same thing, with a white beard it's a must 👍.

[@blazingbeardproducts2845]

The trimming a line 1st is interesting, I always just go straight in. I'm sure if I tried the line, it would be crooked.

[@DanCBearded]

The line lets me make small adjustments along the way, without a full commitment. It has helped me tremendously!

[@Billtuba]

On Wednesday I hit my yeard and I’ll definitely need a trim!

[@DeliberatelyBearded]

Comgrats Brother

[@justinbellpa]

Congrats my guy

[@theofficialken1755]

Congratulations. I hit mine a couple weeks ago and did a trim, worth it.

[@rkraaijeveld1996]

Awesome trim! I would really like to see a video about the all around view of your beard. We mostly see it from the front but im curious how it looks from the side or when people walk behind you. Keep up the good work! 💪

[@jakerancourtcomedy4799]

solid advice. I still gotta get the brio to try out. I've been using scissors but I think it might be time to try it

[@joshuaricks7882]

Awesome video D, am due for a trim myself not sure if I wanna do it or go to the barber 🤔

[@DeliberatelyBearded]

Looks great Dan I gotta get up the nerve to do this it's way over needed

[@proforce1497]

Do babysteps, don't make it wet !

[@steveandrushko75]

I need to trim mine t but terrified to try it

[@DanCBearded]

Give it a shot!!

[@theartistformerlyknownasbr4849]

I do want to add a little cautionary note for my white bearded kin... White hair is by nature transparent, if you wear something with a pattern IT WILL SHOW! Dan is 100% correct when he talks about it getting wispy, use caution and only trim the wispy! About six weeks ago, I was feeling like mine was tapering to a point... I don't like the pointy look on me... You talked about this style trim in the Wednesday beard advise live stream (If you aren't watching this, you should... Blow out Baby!) I took about an inch and a half off the end, and went for a more flat but round look like you show here... (Wide and blunt like me... LOL) I'm not a subscriber to the no trim thing, I've probably erred on the other side and trimmed too often... I usually go to the barber, but wanted to address the point, and not wait until last week. I went to the barbershop, she tapered my sideburns nicely to match the haircut, but said I did a good job with the shape, and only fixed a few long stragglers. Before the trim, I felt like growth had significantly slowed almost to a stop. But since the trim the length I took off is back...

[@carlcutajar86]

Looks great Dan!

[@loganwarren92]

Great video. I will be attempting the same before long and hope it goes this well

[@StephenSmith-pc7fp]

Yes, it took a LOT of courage to turn those clippers on and shed that transparency. I am so glad I did, the cowardly lion has now become the BEAST of the jungle!

[@reubenk7331]

Number one tip from this, don't chase it! Walk away. That has been so important for me to just leave it alone, and check it after another wash and style.

[@DanCBearded]

There it is!

[@reubenk7331]

​@@DanCBearded I feel like just a pre trim watch of these videos would also be good for anyone self trimming.

[@daveferguson7738]

What you did on camera is not easy. Tried a few trims over the years and it’s always a daunting experience. Your finished product is awesome, but most of the time my wife has to bail me out before I make a major

[@billsavage7361]

Excellent video. That's almost exactly how I trim my beard.

[@beardedaccountant1835]

I try to trim once every three months and now is the time. This time around I'm going to leave it for another month or two and see what happens. I have a grey beard and where dark colors so the transparency I have is probably only really seen by me.

[@DanCBearded]

I hear ya!

[@IbrahimKhalil-bt9yh]

That's a decent trim, you just went in chopped it down surgically. I have question, are there different techniques for when your beard is curlier and you want a straight line boxed instead of rounded? I got 2 spots in the underbeard where it curls up a lot and usually there's like 2 long curls that usually grow there, if I chop too little or too much it's a problem.

[@DanCBearded]

Nope, same method just a different line

[@wesbae2189]

Dan.. you the man!

[@davebardsley278]

Should you do this trim before your next scheduled trim.

[@DanCBearded]

I just do it when I feel like it needs it

[@paulfasse8032]

Great job on your Awesome Beard. Looks sick bro. 👊🏻

[@loganweirich1928]

I did this exact trim last night actually

[@budthebearded8049]

Dan your a beast beard trimmer! You made that look so easy . If that was me I would have chased perfection and been clean shaven by the time I was finished ! It’s happened before .

[@drewsomebeards6710]

Yeah great timing I'm coming up on my Yeard. Best place to find a trimmer is to look on Amazon? I was thinking I might have gone beard advice and see what you guys think about cleaning it up? I'm a little paranoid when the masks go away then I'm going to get hassled at my job So I want to be prepared and have it looking as good as possible.

[@antoniojo1500]

Hey, Dan! Great video! Can you do a video on Bergamot oil? Your thoughts on it?

[@DanCBearded]

It’s one of my favorite scents! In beard products it doesn’t add anything more than a fragrance though

[@antoniojo1500]

@@DanCBearded so no nourishment at all? And the rumors about helping beards grow faster, are not real?

[@DanCBearded]

@@antoniojo1500 with beard products it cannot be used at enough potency to make any difference in those regards

[@antoniojo1500]

@@DanCBearded makes a lot of sense 🤔 thank you very much for your advise bro

[@XhibitOneProductions]

Dude, love your channel! You have gave me so many great beard advice! I watched this video because I am in the middle of trying to learn how to trim for transparency, as my beard has surpassed the 1 year anniversary. (Yay!) My question is, since I have LOTS of waves on my sides, is it ok to apply a small amount of heat prior to trimming? All products have dried up from earlier today but I have a lot of waves that come back at end of the day and it's hard to trim with them. Thanks man!

[@DanCBearded]

Yes, absolutely! I recommend trimming from the style you wear it

[@matthewjarrod2523]

I do my "big" trimming once a month since I moved on from using guards. I'm still learning about what parts grow faster. My main monthly cut usually involves the neckline and ear area. My cheek line looks good and even without any trimming at all. I have a thick mustache and in the past I've only let it grow to top of top lip. I see your mustache and that's the look I'm going for. Any pointers during this early stage where my mustache is starting to cover lip, working it's way down to bottom lip? Never mind I found an older video you made. Thank you

[@bk6555]

Ignore the itch that happens and be patient! I had that problem at first and always trimmed at it. Invest in mustache wax or strong beard balm to help with guiding those hairs to the side. Also, a mustache comb does wonder as it perfectly can fit comfortably under the nose to brush the hairs properly to the sides. Now my only issue is the long mustache hairs near the sides curling back towards my mouth 🤣 Good luck!

[@matthewjarrod2523]

@@bk6555 thank you for the advice. It will be a challenge but I definitely have the genetics to get everything on my face to grow very dense. I'm upset with myself for not growing everything out before now. I've almost always had a business beard but nothing like the goal I have now.

[@bk6555]

@@matthewjarrod2523 Haha, I do not have hairy genes so my beard is taking awhile to get a decent thickness. My biggest peeve is people always ask "Oh, is that Covid Beard?" when I actually started growing it several months before all of that happened, lol

[@BEARDED_VATO]

Transparency? Transparency? Sr. Your Transparency Is Fuller Than The Fullest Part Of My Beard🙃

[@kvoecks]

Me too.

[@buschybeard1028]

I am due but not comfortable or confident in myself enough to do it haha.

[@DeliberatelyBearded]

Right there with ya Casey

[@justinbellpa]

Anxiety every time lol

[@buschybeard1028]

@@justinbellpa I had anxiety watching Dan C in this video 😂

[@nicholasglorioso3307]

Do you need to use a hair blower on your beard, I never do

[@DanCBearded]

Need? No, absolutely not. Just personal preference

[@bd99.]

hey Dan. question - when trimming and using the Brio Beardscape. what blade do you use? the adjustable blade that comes with the Beardscape or the Zero Blade? thank you

[@DanCBearded]

I have both. I use the adjustable blade for the trims and I use the zero when cleaning up the hairs on my neck

[@slipbobberwilli]

After you style your beard what is a good estimate before it dries and you should start trimming?

[@DanCBearded]

Mine is good all day

[@FishTramp]

8 people with the thumbs down obviously CAN'T GROW A BEARD! Lol thanks Dan C!

[@DanCBearded]

You’re welcome!

[@jmorton2585]

Love it! Thank you!

[@henrigamebredvargas]

pure gold love the content👊❤💯

[@waynegordon4115]

Is Apple cider vinegar good for the beard

[@DanCBearded]

Depends on your beard! The pH level is too harsh for my beards. Tends to work well for African American and similar beards

[@waynegordon4115]

@@DanCBearded thank beard boss many thanks god bless🙏🏼

[@_beardedbeanie_]

Are you still using the collagen peptides on the daily?

[@DanCBearded]

I use the collagen pills from beard octane now, but I have some peptides powder in reserve if needed

[@Rpg39_]

Hey dan, would you do a Badger beard oil/balm review?

[@JimboSRP]

So will the beard come back to the original, untrimmed length but without the transparency at the bottom? Or is the trimmed length your "forever" length?

[@DanCBearded]

I’m not sure. I just enjoy the journey and try to just enjoy my beard where it is at

[@JimboSRP]

@@DanCBearded OK, yeah I see. This isn't necessarily a trim that will then allow your beard to keep growing into 1 length and be fuller as it grows longer. I thought maybe this kind of trim helped keep it thicker as it grew longer. Thanks Dan!

[@masterdftw4983]

How come barbers dont do this is a riddle I cant solve.

[@beardedjoeyhookem507]

This is enjoyable to watch.

[@fl3x101]

Very educational

[@saxman7131]

It looks great. Thanks again.

[@PositiveBreaks]

Great tips! I'm curious how long this trim lasted. How many times did you grab the clippers or scissor over the next few days?

[@DanCBearded]

Normally I do a three day trim, with small adjustments after the morning styling. Just the hairs that were hiding in the beard

[@baldnbearded]

I might be the only person here who can't for the life of me see how that beard needed a trim?

[@DanCBearded]

All comes down to personal preference. For me, the bottom was too transparent. It doesn’t bother some, but certainly does with me

[@baldnbearded]

@@DanCBearded I get you, but at least not from the video. You mean thin?

[@robertkeithley292]

I'm scared to trim...I don't want to mess anything up..any advice Dan C?

[@DanCBearded]

Truly just confidence! Watch all of my trim videos and then go for it

[@funkdaddy3.0]

Yep, I just completed a three day trim but I only took off a approx an inch (I thought about two inches but chickened out). Each day there are different beard hairs that will make an appearance at the bottom that need to be trimmed. Next time I'll do the outer layer trim line as it makes sense to me.

[@ujjalhazarika6804]

This might sound a little weird. But whenever you lifted your head for those under beard trim, I lifted my head too unconsciously. I don't know know why. Weird ha. 🤪 Anyways good trim 👍

[@theartistformerlyknownasbr4849]

Me too, I think he hypnotized us... lol

[@ujjalhazarika6804]

@@theartistformerlyknownasbr4849 Lol 😅

[@mordechaikatz3564]

Hey Dan, Im a newbie to your vids. Whats your advice for addressing splits in your beard? When I grow my beard out longer than a few inches it starts to split in the middle Viking style.

[@gabecaldwell3919]

Looks awesome 👍

[@_RGT_5000_]

At what point did you decide to trim your own beard? Did you have someone else do it for a while in the beginning? Enjoy your vacation my man.

[@DanCBearded]

I truly decide when the bottom just starts showing through too much with my shirts. And no, my first trims were me. I went to a professional once, but it was just for a video. That was after a couple of years trimming myself, and I likely won’t ever go again lol

[@kylesands4199]

My beard isn't quite as long as yours, Dan, but I too every 2-3 months have to go in and address those transparencies as well. Great video for reference, tips, and advice!

[@horacehenderson6202]

Nice cut

[@Thisguywholikeswine]

Awesome timing Dan! I’m about due for a transparency trim, going to take off about an inch, that’s the most I have ever trimmed off at one time! This video really gives me a confidence boost! You rock👊🤘 Have fun at Disney world!!

[@toekneelorenzo2942]

Ur brave i couldnt do it myself id b chasing perfection.lol. even when I go every 6 months to cut it at barber they cut off too much but oh well.

[@GregJGreen]

You're braver than I.

[@steveandrushko75]

I'm approx. 8 months in into my " Yeard " should I wait for the full year to trim the transparency ?

[@DanCBearded]

Totally personal preference! I would, but others like to go the full year

[@steveandrushko75]

@@DanCBearded Thanks Dan

[@theofficialken1755]

I just let the barber do it since I only need a beard trim every 3 months or so. I can't walk away, I'd chase perfection, so I let the professionals do what they do

[@joek1978atyahoo]

I'm sure it's easier to groom and shape a 2 foot beard.. but what about when a beard is about 4 to 6 months... its impossible to groom.. still have pubes, waves and curls all over no matter what I do

[@DanCBearded]

Check these out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hqHcn5R_orCCo8k kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJuQg4x6qLiXnLM

[@joek1978atyahoo]

@@DanCBearded I've watched them.. feel like ive watched every video on KZbin and tried all methods.... I have a good 2, 2.5 inches of growth and no matter which method I do I still can't get rid of the waves curls and pubes that stick out lol

[@joek1978atyahoo]

It's definitely almost impossible to groom in a world of face masks and having a dirty job that's for sure

[@theartistformerlyknownasbr4849]

@@joek1978atyahoo a little heat and a styling product helped me... Styling balm (Beardbrand) or Beard Pomade (Bossman) work great, I use the balm for my head and pomade on the beard, but that's just my personal quirk, they both worked wonders for the flyaways.

[@joek1978atyahoo]

@@theartistformerlyknownasbr4849 I use product in my beard every day it does absolutely nothing

[@WolfMouldy]

I have a trim overdue, and I am not looking forward to it...

[@douglasroehling]

Hi I ask my wife to help me with a beard trim 4 inshs off my beard later I was not a happy man