HOW TO TRIM YOUR BEARD AT HOME - KRATOS DIY EDITION

[@hughwoodland5588]

It's great having an 'in shop video' and a 'DIY video' for those brave enough to attempt the self trim!

[@mattyconradgrooming]

Lol thanks buddy… but I got you covered

[@filipesousa9990]

Brave enough to attempt the self trim? Is there anything more normal than trimming your beard?

[@Herkulez1981]

@@filipesousa9990 not for us guys who take Pride in our Beard and are afraid to fuck it up

[@UkrainianHunk]

I’m trying to grow the Kratos beard and I’m definitely scared to trim it myself. I always end up shaving too much off. I’m 100% going to a barber and showing them the video

[@Herkulez1981]

@@UkrainianHunk do it cause i tried and f my beard up 😅

[@blackswan7098]

All i can think is how impressive it was that kratos did this with a leviathan axe

[@christiansanchez3842]

Underappreciated comment 😅

[@thetruebatman4632]

LOL he’s dadgum Kratos, he didn’t use his axe he used his fingernails to shape it once and then told it to not piss him off so it stayed.

[@Lord_Kratos69]

Or blades of chaos😂

[@davidsmythe7645]

😅😅😅😅😅

[@jar0ghostie044]

Facts

[@Tenkyuu]

Thank you very, very much for those DIY videos. They are really teaching me to keep my beard as I like, particularly this one. Worth mentioning, the "mind blown moment" on the other video and this one where you lean the head back to produce a straight line on the lower part... I still feel dumb for not knowing this earlier, and thankful for being taught on your videos! Keep up the awesome work!

[@mattyconradgrooming]

Gotta love those lightbulb moment!!!

[@NegotiableHemingway]

The illusion of this shape is that after it’s cut to look that way, it looks longer than when you started

[@mattyconradgrooming]

right? It actually the purpose of that beard shape. it elongates the face shape

[@jupstoons]

GREAT, I just need a beard

[@Beardbrand]

You've got such great content Matty! Keep 'em coming. -Eric

[@mattyconradgrooming]

Thanks Eric! The feeling is mutual!

[@slayerBO2EPC]

Holy shit, my two favorite beard channels on KZbin

[@schtauffen-plays]

Thanks for helping a grown adult learn how to improve his beard game. Family has commented how much better it looks.

[@mattyconradgrooming]

That’s awesome! I’m really glad to hear that I could help

[@b-koz]

I love Kratos and God of War but the anatomy was my favorite part of the video. It helped tremendously in debating what I'd like to do with my yeard later, my original goal was the Kratos/Ducktail but I am starting to think round/The Boss style. This made me realize I need to research more on full beard styles and beard anatomy. Luckily, I'm only on my 3rd month of the yeard and have plenty of time. Thanks Matty! Incredible video, you slayed the Kratos again.

[@mattyconradgrooming]

Thanks brother! I’m glad you found it helpful. I’ll try to find a model for a few other options.

[@b-koz]

@@mattyconradgrooming You're welcome! The info graphic was very useful. Very cool guide. I personally would be interested in more nerdy/scientific videos!

[@hisokamorow6709]

I have only had bad experiences with barbers 3 by 3 they took off almost 6 months worth of length off cuz they couldn't handle my beard. So i stoped going to barbers for years. Seeing your dedication to the craft it's giving me hope that there might be a local barber that can deal with my beard. Great content. Keep it coming.

[@mattyconradgrooming]

Thanks for the encouragement! I appreciate it!

[@Kaij-]

Likewise, been to 3 different barbers locally each time ive shown pictures and said very clearly not to touch the length outside of trimming strays, every time i lost months of growth.. So here i am, DIY time!

[@combinio9533]

Watching Matty makes me feel absolutely chilled (his movies have great vibe, how cool is that!)

[@brevman71]

Mental health is so important these days. Good to know that there are so many kind people around. Take care and keep going! Greetings from Tirol/Austria

[@Nehauon]

I love Tiroler music

[@troychishow1902]

Great Job Matty! I'm learning alot! 43 and first time growing. Best channel out there!

[@sahil5099]

That intro and that letter was enough to make me subscribe. Love from a fellow Canadian

[@BenKingEagles]

I've been doing this on my own for years, without bothering to look up any guides, and I'm happy I've been doing it right. Ty!

[@mattyconradgrooming]

Information, inspiration, confirmation… if you get one of these three things from my videos, I will consider them worth it.

[@JzFire007]

Great video! I was finally able to give this a try tonight and I think it turned out very nice. A few “oops” moments so ended up being a little shorter than I wanted, but now I can grow it out and continue the shape maintenance over time. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and skill with the rest of us!

[@mattyconradgrooming]

Oooos moments happen… don’t get discouraged! It gets easier with practice!

[@asurathenoobartist4758]

Thank very much man, after visiting your channel i started growing my beard at the age of 17 (now 18) it is a small beard but thank you very much you gave me the confidence to grow my beard keep doing the good work .

[@mattyconradgrooming]

Welcome to your first beard!

[@ChuckG17]

Looks Great. After your last video I loved the beard so much I had my barber do mine like a Kratos beard for my father daughter dance. Thanks for this DIY video, it gives me some tips on how to keep the beard shape on my own. Thank you.

[@mattyconradgrooming]

That’s awesome! Hope it helps you with the maintenance!

[@nothanks7919]

I just followed this guide, using only combs and scissors because I had nothing else, and honestly, I'm blown away be the results. Thank you so much!

[@mattyconradgrooming]

That’s awesome to hear! Thanks for watching!

[@_sargentocoelho_4441]

Now i'm here thinking about: 1. Kratos spending hours to groom his beard so it looks nice and tidy and 2. The sheer skill he has in doing all that without the proper tools and products lol Awesome video btw, will definitely try this out when mine grows a little longer

[@mattyconradgrooming]

#godofbeards.

[@IconInk-iz8zn]

I’ve been hairstyling since 1994, but barbering is a whole other craft! You’ve got some mad talent and a great teaching flow. Now I can trim my Hubb’s handsome beard, thanks a bunch!

[@ardalanrezaeian1850]

Matty's videos never disappoints. 🔥 I've learned a lot from your videos and over the past couple of months I feel very confident to shave my beard myself. Thank you very much.

[@mattyconradgrooming]

That’s awesome! Thanks for the solid feedback

[@davidmcaliley3495]

THANK YOU!! I have been struggling with an aimless beard growth for a few years now. These videos have really helped me shape up my beard game.

[@grimlok3487]

Absolutely rad. Thank you for this perspective, Matty! The square style already looked great on you, your sacrifice is not lost on us. Thank you. I appreciated the nerd time, and I'm here for more! Great editing as always.

[@mattyconradgrooming]

Thanks Grimlock! (please tell me that name is an 80’s transformers reference)

[@evanbrooks1892]

Great video, and thank you for showing us the DIY version! I've been growing my beard out about 7 months now and might try an experimental shorter ducktail.

[@mattyconradgrooming]

Thanks for watching!

[@TheBluePony3]

I am watching these videos for my fiance since he is growing his beard for the first time after I told him how attractive he looks. Thanks for all the tips!

[@thetruebatman4632]

Late to the party my friend, I apologize for not somehow finding your channel sooner; I’ve been cutting my own hair since marrying my beautiful wife twelve years ago. However I haven’t quite had the patience to grow out my beard to the point where I could shape it and have fun with it. I love what you’ve done here, it kind of reinforces some ideals that I’ve come to know by clipping my head and made me confident that I can do my beard too after another month or two of growth. I use very similar products to fade and outline my own head and the use of the word “flyaway”, I knew immediately what you meant by that and I’d been hesitant to cut those until now. Thanks brother.

[@ferry5454]

Thanks a lot for listening to your viewers. Great video as always. Greetings from the Netherlands

[@coryschlichting3517]

My dude and fellow Canadian! I stumbled upon your channel just now and love this vid! Just this past year I've decided (with a lot of encouragement from my wife) to grow out my beard. But I've always gone to my hairdresser to let her trim it up. Mostly because I don't trust myself to do a good job. But with this instructional vid for one of my favorite types of style, methinks I'll try my hand at this and save me some cash! Thank you very much and I'll be sure to check out your other videos too.

[@steveadkisson2921]

Sir, I'm so glad I found your channel. I am growing my beard out for the first time in my 50s and have no idea how to shape it. I have no idea who "Kratos" is, but I love the content!

[@Treshar]

No barber where i live, so these self style tips really help. Thanks heaps.

[@goooder]

Love it! I never expected to smile trough whole video about beard trimming. That is simply amazing. 👌😂 U really nailed that „LACK OF INFORMATION” Thank for filling that void!

[@mattyconradgrooming]

Awww man thank you for that feedback. I appreciate it.

[@keithsawka7278]

Thanks for all your videos man. It's really helped me grow and maintain my beard.

[@mattyconradgrooming]

I’m so happy to hear that!

[@slaik3088]

I literally started growing a beard 2 years ago with the goal of cutting it like this. Thank you!

[@krodkrod8132]

I'm new to beards and I'm trying to learn. I've always had jobs that require a clean shaven face. I retired at 46 and am now going to grow a beard. I've got about 2 months of growth and I'm looking to shape it for the first time. So far I've learned what not to do on the different angles to make my head look funny. I just ordered some tools and will be shaping next weekend. Thanks for the video assistance.

[@lauracroft3964]

I am here to learn how to trim my husband’s beard better. He is growing it out, he is my handsome guy😍 Thank you so much for doing this video, it is so helpful and easy to understand.

[@dizzyboi5907]

I absolutely love the amount of effort you put into this video. Thanks for all the guided steps and illustrations. Love ya!

[@The_Official_Tim_Dandy]

Dude! You are an amazing barber. How could anyone justify leaving a negative comment on your channel. I use a lot of the techniques from your videos for my beard. Keep doing your thing.

[@mattyconradgrooming]

Thanks for the encouragement! I appreciate it!

[@TheMiniaturesPaintbrush]

This is the first time in my life I have decided to grow my bear out for more than one month (November) I have discovered Beard Oil and Beard Butter, thank GOD!!! I've subbed thank you for the great content!

[@ionized_salmon6417]

as someone that can't afford to visit a barber outside of special occasions, these videos are always helpful, much appreciated

[@mattyconradgrooming]

That is an awesome reason to keep doing them.. thank you 🙏🏻

[@Tony-tm6js]

you've just earned yourself a sub!!! I am fairly new to a beard about 18 months and it costs a fortune at the barbers to get it looking fly. I have took the step of getting a beard trimmer with guard and taking it down but I don't think I could ever fade it or have the confidence to do it. Having said this your video has given me more confidence not to be afraid and go at it. Excellent video, thanks :)

[@mattyconradgrooming]

Great to hear! I hope these videos help!

[@okuyashoe_official]

I shall come back to this videos in a year or so when my beard is longer. Thank you for the great tutorial!

[@Sarcasticjab]

It's been 11 months, are you almost ready?

[@Nman923]

Thanks I just trimmed my beard down to clean it up but my next trim will be this style

[@HAS-xw1kd]

I don't know why I am watching this as a beardless person, find it fascinating and well produced! Looks cool this style

[@Ruedigerdugeilerbock]

Hello I found out that if you use a second hand for free hand technique you won’t cut in the beard so often making it easier to do your beard. Can you please like this for the love of beard ? So that more people don’t ruin their beards by cutting into them.

[@bobsiddoway]

Great, detailed video!!! I tend to always over-trim now that I’m growing out a bigger beard. I’m too used to my Boy Band skinny chinstrap beard I had for over a decade. 🤣

[@mattyconradgrooming]

Thanks for watching!

[@keenanleblanc6751]

Matty, you did this beard cut perfect! Unfortunately some barber take way to much length off but you nailed it!!!!

[@oscardiggs246]

So glad you're doing these videos. I actually found a good barber for my beard using your recommendations. I've always been uncertain about hair products because I wasn't really sure how best to use them, so it's helpful to have these vids. Got my first tub of Super-Dry the other day now that I've seen how you use it. Really works great for my beard and my fine hair. Please keep making these.

[@mattyconradgrooming]

That’s great!!! I’ll do a video on hair products and what they are for.

[@johnbutler3581]

Jesus, thus guy is hands down, the best guy ever. A mans freaking man! Thank God for alphas like him. Alpha to Alpha, good job brother.

[@mattyconradgrooming]

Hey John.. I don’t really subscribe to the whole alpha beta thing but I appreciate the sentiment. Thanks for watching snd I really appreciate the support.

[@Bigrig_trmc]

I have a three mirror cabinet over my bathroom sink that really helps with beard trimmings❤

[@katlinharbour9975]

Hey Matty your videos are so helpful. Thank you for all the content. Can't wait to get a good set of clippers so I can shape my beard this way. Keep the great content rolling and thanks again

[@mattyconradgrooming]

I’m working on that right now!

[@theseasonedveteran]

How have I been growing my beard for 9 years and am only now doing something to clean it up...thanks for great options!

[@TheKopolanpoika]

I followed instructions all the way for step 4: free hand. And then F@CK aaand now I don't have beard. Again at summer when my beard has growth again

[@mirax7617]

Just found your channel, I have never been to a barber and pretty satisfied with my own work but always helpful to watch these kinda videos. Will definetly come back to your channel!

[@mattyconradgrooming]

Awesome, thank you!

[@jamesreynolds1275]

Great video been trimming my beard for years due to living in a small town and no real barbers here!

[@panokostouros7609]

Hey, Matty! I highly recommend you invest in a dedicated microphone (if you're not using one already) and a pop filter. The pop filter will shield the microphone from those sudden bursts of air that you can shoot into it when speaking out plosive consonants ( like "p" in the word "pick" at 8:33 ), making your voice-over narrations leveled out and even.

[@mattyconradgrooming]

I got the Shure MV-7 recently. I’m still getting the hang of it. I will definitely pick up a pop filter 👍🏼

[@Epictetus888]

I love watching your content, espessially at night while chilling and falling asleep! Very educational and soothing chilled feel. Jesus Bless You. ❤🙏

[@matthewosterman4970]

A 6 inch metal or plastic ruler work well too for your side lines, makes them nice and crisp!

[@mattyconradgrooming]

Good tip 👍🏼

[@NunChukka]

Only decided to grow a beard because I stumbled upon your videos a few months away from needing to style my beard so these are good learning materials

[@mattyconradgrooming]

That’s awesome! Good luck with it!

[@sko341]

As a barber i can say that ive learned many things from you,great look,great technique,greetings from greece!!

[@mattyconradgrooming]

Wow! Thanks for the encouragement! I appreciate it!

[@row3186]

Your channel inspired me to try a beard for the first time. And it’s an amazing feeling! Thanks so much for the awesome videos they have been very helpful!

[@TheBananaStrangler]

Thanks Matty! I’ve been checking EVERY day for this video since you responded to my comment last week and said you were working on editing it! THANK YOU!

[@mattyconradgrooming]

I told you it was coming!!

[@ElHombre52]

Great tutorial! Thank you! I'm doing my 3rd trim now on this style. I love it. And if you mess up a little, guess what? It grows back. Looking forward to checkin out your other videos. All the best.

[@mattyconradgrooming]

Thanks for watching! Glad it helped! And yeah if you screw it up it’ll always grow back but the more you practice the better it gets.

[@sams4351]

This has got to be the best beard trimming video I've seen on KZbin!

[@mattyconradgrooming]

Thank you!!!

[@xjayfromva7730]

You killed it with this 1! I wish I could do this myself but I’m not confident enough in my ability to make each side even 😂 I think when I go to a shop I will ask for the ducktail shape it looks very nice

[@user-ob6th6yp8s]

I love the video! and the style, because within that there is something long, it must be worked and serious. I used to always fix my beard myself and I got to wear it below my chest! Today I'm wearing a long but shorter style, about 3-4 inches. I love Kratos' style, I've even thought about doing it myself but I've been visiting a barber for a year, it doesn't really make it perfect... but I think it's better than what I can get myself, it already scares me touch my beard by myself! I always end up seeing one side longer than the other and I end up cutting more than necessary.

[@adamthompson7706]

Thank you so much for this video. I"ve been struggling a lot with my beard lately, and this is the exact style I've wanted to do. (not necessarily because of Kratos, just that pointed look to the beard) but I had no idea what it was even called. Definitely looking forward to giving this a try!

[@mattyconradgrooming]

Glad I could help!

[@Memmaao]

I couldn't decide between ducktail and lumberjack. Thx for the tutorial!!

[@mattyconradgrooming]

My pleasure! The lumberjack is usually more of a square bottom beard. They are both great for creating an elongated shape!

[@darkseraph666]

I recently hacked about 8 inches off my beard, I used to use beard rings and left if alone mostly, no trimming, shaving for about 20 years. I'm now Learning to start over, I'm thinking about this style as mine looks very blocky, and kind of starts to split in two down the middle. I use scissors, not sure I'd like to risk the clippers. But hey it will grow back, eventually. Great content, subbed.

[@rhyscharles1147]

I have been wanting to know exactly all of this for years! Legend!

[@painedinks]

Well I now know what I'm doing this weekend! This is definitely one of the best diy step by step beard trim video I've ever seen, thank you

[@mattyconradgrooming]

Thanks for the kind words! Best of luck

[@glaro_dra737]

Thank you very much! I am struggeling with my beard for a time, wanting a longer look but no barber succeed. I stumbled upon your vid by the YT algorithm and has to say: Nice one YT! Was very helpful and i am definatly coming back watching more of your - pretty and stylish - videos :D

[@mattyconradgrooming]

Thanks for watching!

[@hax369]

I am so glad I came across your KZbin channel! After watching this video, I can’t believe how good my beard turned out . Also , The super dry beard paste is the best by far, just got it today . I Just wanted to say cheers and thank you 🙏 . Keep being awesome.

[@ruben46]

Excellent video as always, thank you for your time Matty. It’s a huge pleasure to have you here in KZbin. I wish I could rock a long beard but past the first month I look uglier than I’m already am hahaha 🤷🏻‍♂️. Have a great day and come visit Spain.

[@mattyconradgrooming]

Plenty of great looking short beard styles. Maybe I’ll do one for summer!

[@golfcore88]

I just did the Kratos trim at home and it looks great, too bad you cant post pics in comments but i want to say thank you, i went from a hobo to a god of war thanks to you😊

[@mattyconradgrooming]

That’s amazing! I’m so glad I could help!

[@HealthyBearded]

Keep the awesome content coming brother

[@mattyconradgrooming]

Thank you my guy 🙏🏻

[@Chase_Anderson]

This took some courage to try at home going from a square shape to a triangle and having never touched the shelf myself - but it turned out great! Possibly the best beard trim I’ve had and certainly the cheapest haha. I feel like after a week I already want to touch it up tho - does that sound about right? It seems like a different animal just keeping it neat vs a major transition - perhaps a video on general maintenance for those that would prefer to do it once a week to keep it in check rather than wait a month for it to get unruly and then do an overhaul. I am also bald so for me I find i need to touch up my sideburns to fade to bald even after a few days (I shave my head every day) which in turn be throwing off the rest of it as it isn’t all growing in unison

[@Graybeardblackbelt]

How long should I grow my beard out before I start trimming? Do you control the fly aways as it grows or just let it rip?

[@mattdaniels6430]

Is it just me or is his jawline somewhat shining through from 20:00 onwards? I think that is the tricky part of that style it isn't just a triangle pointing downwards but also somewhat forwards. Which is probably easier done in the computer than with real hair (without applying excessive products)

[@Cody-gl3xn]

My suggestion is getting a makeup mirror. It's lighted for better visibility and it's got 3 mirrors. One for face on and one for each side of your face.

[@4babers07]

Might have to try it. I used your trimming video on the squared up style to maintain mine.

[@wysestone]

I need to find me a barber, every time I try to do my own beard I mess something up and have to shave it all off. lol

[@JC-mi8xb]

My favorite beard has been the duck tail. I have only been doing it for a few years now. Great video!

[@mattyconradgrooming]

Thanks for the support!

[@Wales256]

Im trying to grow my beard out as well and ive been enjoying your videos. Very helpfull with how to cut and style. Ive messed up so many times and had start growing from scratch 😂😅 Keep up the good work :)

[@mattyconradgrooming]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@MathersMahmood]

Legend thank you. My beard was getting too long to manage on my own so I trimmed it down to have a 1 inch beard which I think looks neater on my and way more manageable.

[@mattyconradgrooming]

Nice! It’s always important to keep it functional.

[@Wazgrel]

Just in time!! Can't wait to try this! Thank you Matty!!! 🖤

[@Shane.sBeard]

Nice work! Love these “How To” vids. The second mirror is awesome, I can’t do side work without it, nor can I see good enough anymore without glasses! My bifocals don’t work because of the focus range but I found my “computer” glasses for work are the exact focal range I need. So for anyone struggling with glasses to see clearly, if you happen to have single correction glasses for computer work, try them!

[@mattyconradgrooming]

Great tip! Thanks for sharing!

[@aaronshagar]

Another outstanding video!! Catching up after our ALASKA and BC trip!!!!! YEA!! OMG I am sooooo upset that I didn’t try to connect and get a trim from the master on our way back from the arctic circle and Prudhoe Bay! I sure could have used a proper grooming after over a month in the deep arctic. Maaaaaan!! We were right near you too! Well, next time I suppose, and I should book now huh? 😂 Cheers as always and such an inspiration to all of us bearded men!

[@spicysausage8805]

Just appreciating that this video exists. God bless everyone.

[@RmsdenK]

You were such a big help during lockdown, Stay safe.

[@The_BeardedDragon]

Thanks Matty, I’ve no idea who Kratos is but I do like the shape and your videos are amazing, I’ve learned so much. Just regarding your comment about going to see your barber, I really don’t know many barbers that are trained to cut a longer beard aside from a general shape up. Most barbers I go to have no idea (not that I’m an expert, but what they do seem contrary to what you say) so I’ve taken to DIY and it does look better.

[@mattyconradgrooming]

That’s one of the reasons I started making these! I hear that a lot.

[@Plumsouffle]

Amazing insights. You make it look easy with all your experience, so the advice about getting to the barber is the best. Thanks! You’re doing a brilliant job.

[@mattyconradgrooming]

Thanks for watching!!

[@Laszlo-Kelemen]

Cool video, Matty! It would be great if you could suggest beard styles for baldies (like me) other than old Kratos' ducktail. Thx!

[@nightfighter78]

This was really useful video again. Thanks especially commenting that trimming your own beard might or is more challenging than trimming someone others beard. Good stuff !

[@mattyconradgrooming]

It’s absolutely true! It’s ok to struggle with it but practice definitely helps!

[@edcmag1]

I just watched the ducktail vid. So glad you did this one! I need to be able to do this myself

[@Prophecy23JC]

Another great video. Thanks for your time. The white shirts may show the mess, but they are a borderline necessity when your beard is longer. Ya, the side mirror. I thought you just weren’t using one for people that don’t have them.

[@mattyconradgrooming]

Thanks! Yeah originally that was the reason… but also I don’t have a side mirror at home 😂

[@Prophecy23JC]

@@mattyconradgrooming It would make me nervous, but Ive always had a side mirror.

[@CallumMaclachlan]

Great job, great look. Thanks for going through the anatomy too, gives me good reference names to give to my barber!

[@jerrypomroy2375]

This is my beard shape, granted it’s shorter than Matty’s & I go a bit more rounded where the back line meets the shelf.

[@mattyconradgrooming]

Nice!

[@romerojosealberto]

Dejaré crecer y lo intentaré , a pesar de que la "baseline" es algo complicado con la mano izquierda para mi, pero haré lo posible. Gran video, gracias

[@markbradley5355]

Hey Matty, I’ve really enjoyed these beard videos. I can trim my clients beards all day, but I struggle with my own. My guess is my left-handedness lol. Anyway, this really helped and I can’t wait to apply some of these tips to my own beard as well as my clients. Thanks

[@mattyconradgrooming]

Thanks for the positive support! I really appreciate it!

[@AmmarMansourE]

I usually don't post comments but i have to thank you, i have learned alot from your videos

[@mattyconradgrooming]

I appreciate it! Thanks for watching!

[@jackaldajjal6656]

Hello Mr. Conard. can you please make a video of the best things to do in order to keep your hair healthy and get the full potential of what your hair genetics are capable of?. Thank you in advance. P.s : sorry if my English is off, since its not my mother language.

[@mattyconradgrooming]

Yes sir. I will work on that.

[@jackaldajjal6656]

@@mattyconradgrooming Thank you sir!. 🖤