Soo, new to beard products? - A convo w/ Josh Coburn!

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[@BeardOctane]

Dan & Josh, thank you...seriously. I didn't know you guys were making a video about actually using the products. Very informative as always, and Extremelyyyyyyyy happy that the products are helping Josh enjoy his beard. Looks like he is now being sucked into the vortex of the bearded nation lol. Cheers brothers, truly grateful for the support as always! ~Joe

[@buffalotodd5068]

Am I glad you commented. I live in West Haven, and have been dying to know if your place has a store where I can pop in, ask questions and leave with the right stuff for me. I know you guys are a little drive but to be able to smell the products, figure out (other than oil) which other products that I don't currently understand, but might be needing, like apparently I need beard butter, but which type? I would love to support a Connecticut business, plus, as I'm pretty much a newbie, I'm 8 months into my yeard and only decided to make it a yeard a few weeks ago. Sorry for such a long message, but I've been dying to know since I first heard of you guys on this channel a couple weeks ago.

[@buffalotodd5068]

P.S. if you don't, can I schedule a visit where after a tour I can get my beard goodies and maybe some swag, I could bring cash, as I'm sure it's easier with a warehouse situation, as long as I have close to exact change

[@DanCBearded]

Thank you Joe!

[@jelotin24]

Great video Dan and Josh. Great to see you guys together. Really good information and great to see Josh get all his questions answered!!! Great to have him in the bearded community!👊🏼

[@DanCBearded]

Thanks Joel!!

[@Gatornation850]

This is why I love your channel so informative. I have the same flaky inflated dry skin on my chin in the mustache area. Thanks for the info Dan and Josh!

[@DanCBearded]

You are awesome!

[@jakeboss6342]

I love these videos with Joshua! it's so great! it's really nice in a strange way to let others know the same exact struggles that they went through, like when Joshua was talking about skin flakes and skin cracking in certain areas under the beard, and that you can feel your skin tightening when you smile and yawn and that it was painful, I had actually used lotions in hopes to combat that, and this was years ago before i knew anything about beard oil. So very education and useful information. I hope Joshua joins you in videos in the future

[@DanCBearded]

Oh Josh will be back for sure!

[@huskybeardgrooming4233]

Great video! I too suffer from Rosacea! That’s one of the main reasons I started creating products and is why I use only natural ingredients in my products. Josh, I need to get you some stuff of mine to try.

[@BBFNotorious]

I need that hat!!!

[@DanCBearded]

Love ya Ray!

[@alanmcgowan5654]

Excellent video of recapping the basics! Thanks Dan and Josh.

[@DanCBearded]

Thanks Alan!

[@rudiedj23]

What a great and thorough video Dan. Even for us guys that have on this bearded journey for a bit there were things to learn....thank you!👍

[@DanCBearded]

Thanks buddy!

[@leosigman7239]

Perfect blend of explaining the fundamentals and connecting that to the experience in the beard. How to tell you've used too much oil is golden!

[@DanCBearded]

Thank you Leo!

[@fredmoranis77]

Such a good informative video! really great for someone with a beard already but unaware of how to take care of it the best way possible. Also really neat to see Josh getting such great info from the best source. As far as the redness on the top of the lip and around the face in general, I completely get that. As soon as puberty hit my upper lip and around the nose was red, sore with some dryness added in. I tried a lot of products over the years and some of it kind of helped. However, when I started growing my beard out and using oils and butters in my beard, that redness and dry patches on my upper lip all but disappeared. Keep using that stuff and I bet it will make a noticeable difference in those areas.

[@DanCBearded]

I have heard that same benefit with a beard many times, and I love hearing it each time!

[@beardedjoeyhookem507]

Always learning something new from you Dan!! I'm going to you're beard school!

[@DanCBearded]

haha Thanks Joey!

[@davidogden1927]

Great advice for those like me just starting out on a bearded journey.

[@DanCBearded]

Thank you David!

[@petetyers9435]

I've just started following Joshua on Instagram and KZbin. Loving the guys message. Thanks again for a great video Dan 👊

[@DanCBearded]

His IG game is stronggg!

[@paulstowers2881]

I am learning to take care of my beard that I want to keep. This video explained what products I needed and why. Thanks!

[@DanCBearded]

Awesome brotha!!

[@buffalotodd5068]

Great video, I wish I knew all this eight months ago when I started my yeard. This channel and BEARDTUBE taught me 99% of what I know about beards. A collaboration with you and Scuba would be epic.

[@DanCBearded]

We have done a few livestreams together before and want to make something happen in person!

[@sdmfanthony5649]

Josh has a sick beard. Nice brother!

[@DanCBearded]

Josh has a KZbin account?? lol

[@funkdaddy3.0]

Thanks for the video, great content. It'll be interesting to hear Josh's follow up thoughts on his new journey. Hopefully he'll start hanging out in some of the live streams and find out what I did, a community of whiskered weirdos with wonderfully huge hearts. DanC you're becoming the "King of Content".

[@DanCBearded]

I am excited to make a new video with him! The content will never stop here, I do not miss!

[@ryanc7929]

Awesome video Dan and Josh! Love it👊👊

[@DanCBearded]

Thanks Ryan!

[@rokgaming6570]

Just started watching and even over a year later still a ton of good info for the beginner, like myself. Loving it!

[@DanCBearded]

Awesome, I'm glad it helps!

[@Andrew-yk6dz]

Another great video Dan thank you

[@RevSithLord]

This is great content. Love this conversation.

[@DanCBearded]

Thank you Jeremy!!

[@jamesbettell]

Loving your videos, I'm 6 months in and still trying to figure it all out, products styling etc. Beard is wild and dry and I'm not sure what products to use, but you're really helping.

[@DanCBearded]

Oh I'm glad these help! Thanks for the comment brotha

[@gursharanjotsinghgill459]

Great knowledge about beard. Thanks for making this video.

[@DanCBearded]

My pleasure!

[@Ruben48641]

Beard 101 at UDCB! Blow drying after the butter in the morning was a game changer for me! Thanks Dr. Dan!

[@DanCBearded]

That is awesome Ruben!

[@richbriscoe9210]

Great to see Josh on the channel again.

[@DanCBearded]

and hopefully many more times!

[@bradleycred99]

Watching this video took me back to the start of my beard journey in 2017. I was at Walgreens yesterday and I noticed their beard products variety has increased since I started my beard journey. They still don’t offer any entry level fragrance/scent free beard care products, so I was a tad bummed. This is a great video for new beards-men for sure.

[@DanCBearded]

Thanks Bradley!

[@kevinparker5557]

I'm late to this comment but as usual Dan, awesome advice as usual brother, like I said before I have learned so much from you, thanks again for your advice and time👍🙏

[@DanCBearded]

Thanks Kevin!

[@malcolmbingham7313]

Great beard Josh love the colorization hope you enjoy using the products and they help you on your journey

[@joshuaresnick9053]

I have just started and these videos are really awesome. Thanks. Personally my favorite oil so far has been Duke Cannon redwood scent. Feels great and my old lady loves the scent on me

[@DanCBearded]

Awesome Joshua! Thanks for the comment 👊

[@joshuaresnick9053]

Thanks for the advice Dan

[@EvansExplorations]

Awesome video. Definitely highlighted some usage mistakes and some needs for me.

[@DanCBearded]

Perfect!

[@matthewmagda4971]

I still watch this video. Josh Coburn is my favorite guest of this channel and I would love to see him return.

[@gagecarty4290]

The Teacher teaches, I know people who are excited about a video covering those topics has been made 👍🏽👍👏👏👏

[@beardgents]

Great video! Enjoyed it.

[@DanCBearded]

Thank you! 👊

[@pjmarks100]

Ty so much for this video!! I've been study n ur videos bvuz im starting my own business and will hav beard products that I've been make n. Ty so much

[@DanCBearded]

That's awesome!

[@craigmccauley3972]

Great ideas! Thanks!

[@andyjustandy5897]

I really hope you pin this one right up top on your page somewhere. I needed this video before KZbin, before a Bush was ever president and probably before most of the community was out of nappies.

[@DanCBearded]

Thank you Andy!!

[@Chicago8and9]

Thank you for making this type of video. It is so informational. Like you said common sense sometimes the wrong way.

[@DanCBearded]

I am glad you like it brotha!

[@MichaelCoppick]

Great channel and I love the tips. Can I ask what would be the best way to groom a wavy beard> Struggling with this

[@DanCBearded]

These videos should help: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6iqqH-cj52Jb5o kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZnKqXmuHmNFngpI

[@chrislocke1042]

I'm only a few minutes into video but I gotta say Joshua has the perfect grey pattern going on my new beard is a little longer than stubbles right now and I would pay money to have that pattern of grey.

[@DanCBearded]

Heck yeah!

[@natc2191]

I've seen many of your videos. I'm commenting on this one, eventhough it's an older one, just because it's the one I'm watching currently lol. Anyway, I've seen other videos that say that we shouldn't use a beard "brush", more than once a day. Your thoughts? I know different beard lengths call for different uses of the brush. Thanks for your great videos!

[@DanCBearded]

As long as you are light and let the brush do the work, your beard will be fine!

[@LopezBOT90]

This taught me so damn much. I feel bad for my beard and how poorly I took care of it. No longer! :)

[@Arithorath]

Excellent video.

[@DanCBearded]

Thanks Nick!

[@mick_man2405]

Awesome vid man as always really helpful. 👊🏻 I do want to ask u if u have ever used any warlord beard products I started off with them and mainly cause they were veteran owned but I’ve never really seen a review on them. Any thoughts if so?

[@DanCBearded]

I have never tried them, sorry!

[@mick_man2405]

I found them in a wholesale beauty supply store my cousin owns a parlor n she took me in. So next time I get to go in I’ll grab u a few samples there 15 ml n send to u

[@spykenij]

My chosen dad uses Got2B Glued for his curled handlebar 'stache. It's most epic. Beard care is definitely a life-saving thing for me as a transguy. Dude, your videos are so awesome & more valuable than you know.

[@DanCBearded]

Thank you!!

[@billythebeard6055]

Great content! 👌🏻

[@DanCBearded]

Thank you Billy!

[@TheJoeCool1964]

My favorites are, ( not in any order) Beard Octane, Uncle Donnies, Detroit Grooming, I haven't tried Fable yet. I say that because, my beard has the look of Dans but the color of Josh's beard.

[@DanCBearded]

Cool combo of look and color!

[@AndersonPO5]

Saw the shirt, Is Josh from Grinnell, Ia? My parents are from Grinnell and most of my family lives in and around that area.

[@DanCBearded]

That is wild!

[@nathanlong4802]

You said something very important, use fingertips to apply oil to face skin. Instead of dropping a full dropper of oil in palm and rubbing together, I drop 1 drop per finger on one hand rub fingertips together only and apply.May take a few applications in this manner. Just seems wasteful in a sense to put it all over the whole hand at once and try to apply to skin. Now if you're looking to apply oil to the beard hair then that process seems to be best,to each their own I guess

[@DanCBearded]

Fingertips is really important!

[@1790jman]

I’m like joshua there I get red spots it’s itches and burns sometimes get the dry flakes been dealing with as long as I can remember I originally thought it was it was Psoriasis I stay bearded I thought maybe beard oil would work I haven’t ventured into beard wash and conditioner cause I use head and shoulders my beard get thick even if I try use my fingers get down to the skin still sometime itches get dry and flakes so maybe I should try oil and a beard wash and see what do you think

[@jimmyjones1609]

Yes you mentioned heat on your beard. Would you recommend a heated brush or a hair dryer

[@DanCBearded]

Hey Jimmy! This should be perfect kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5mmqH2JlJaqgrs

[@troublingleaf]

I'm a few years into my current beard, and I wash it everyday, if I don't it can get painful, I've actually recently stopped using beard shampoo and just use shower gel for everything, it hasn't made any difference to me at all, I get dandruff by the second day if I don't wash it whatever I use, I do use beard oil to soothe and occasionally use balm to keep it tidier

[@DanCBearded]

Are you exfoliating your beard? I think this video would help you: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hKfdl5dvibF1nqs

[@troublingleaf]

Thanks man, I have to be honest I didn't know what exfoliating means, will give iit a bash, I'm also well aware I don't drink enough water, I mostly just drink tea...

[@indianabrandon3029]

I also like cricket combs

[@reubenk7331]

Do you still use a boars hair bristle brush on your outer hairs Dan? I just use my number 8 and then pat down the sides a little with my hands. I have never heard toilet read, but I knew exactly what you meant! I feel like a lot of guys just kind of blindly stumble in the beginning or during the journey. Really glad he got help and good products 🙂

[@DanCBearded]

I do not use a boars brush anymore, nope

[@reubenk7331]

@@DanCBearded Ok, I wasn't sure if you did a super minor amount. I haven't in forever either.

[@raounakbhoslay1406]

Happy teacher's day.

[@DanCBearded]

Thank you!

[@bigtats68]

Hay Dan c, I am new to your channel and love your videos very informative. I am also a bearded subscriber and I have a question about what kind of detangler would you recommend, right now I am using shea moisture maracuja oli and shea butter any help would be greatly welcome thank you.

[@DanCBearded]

Thanks for the sub and support brotha! Are you looking for detangling in the shower, right out of the shower, or before bed?

[@bigtats68]

@@DanCBearded both if possible and thanks again.

[@DanCBearded]

@@bigtats68 in shower: conditioner by scotch porter. Out of shower, a great beard butter (detroit grooming, beard octane, husky, fable, ect...)

[@josephbrant9399]

What am I doing wrong my beard is Curly and I can't get it to go straight I have tried a hairdryer and a straightener but nothing seems to work

[@DanCBearded]

Probably just need a little more length, so gravity kicks in

[@JAinMorocco]

Dan, need to stock up on cowash. Have only tried Scotch Porter up to now on my beard journey, but want to try something else. What would you recommend right now? Cheers!

[@DanCBearded]

Give Detroit grooming's new conditioner a shot! dancbearded = 15% off for them 👊

[@mattbilling9503]

should try a review on the beard struggle

[@DanCBearded]

It would be a really short review lol they are awful

[@sdmfanthony5649]

If you completely cut ALL SUGAR from your diet you shouldn't have any more Rosacea, eczema, or any type of Dermatitis, or psoriasis in about a month or so. It's great for your body and skin anyway.

[@DanCBearded]

Oh very interesting!

[@deltatrippers]

SDMFAnthony So true. I had a rash for years. I went on Keto (no sugar low carbs) and within a few weeks the rash was gone . There are so many benefits to no sugar low carbs.

[@canine7236]

So you comb before the oil and after?do you recommend comb over boars bristle brush in these spots

[@DanCBearded]

Yup! Comb while beard is wet before oil and then after oil is applied. I do not understand the second part of the question

[@canine7236]

Dan C Bearded sorry I should have watched till the end before I commented. It sounds like you do the boars hair at the end,I was just just using boars hair (starting my 8th week),wasn’t really using comb yet

[@OneMansAdventure]

I use honest amish beard oil and balm. Thoughts on the company or products? Also I do woodworking for a living and always getting covered head to to in sawdust and whatnot, so should I wash my beard everyday?

[@DanCBearded]

Honest Amish is fantastic! And yes, I would wash each day after work with those conditions

[@OneMansAdventure]

Dan C Bearded thanks for getting back to me so quick. Thanks for the great content and information.

[@tomemery3916]

Does he use a heated brush? Great video!

[@DanCBearded]

At that time he was using a flat iron, but has since switched

[@jamesboxold9671]

I've heard alot of mixed reviews on beard oil, I dont use it, my beard is never itchy, I use beard wash and conditioner every other day, and then beard butter, that's pretty much it, my beard hates beard balm the wax doesnt let the natural oils do what their supposed to do, I wouldnt reccomend balm at all

[@jakeammon8280]

First ever was honest amish ... Great in my opinion ... Then wild willies beard butter... Josh yes lotion happens been there many times with a cocoa butter lotion

[@DanCBearded]

I love honest amish!

[@brianrobinson9979]

I know that this is an old video but I'm a truck driver and I don't get to do daily maintenance for my beard so what would you suggest for guys like me?

[@DanCBearded]

Find a sink when you can. You can get it done just as well as a shower

[@brianrobinson9979]

@@DanCBearded I had my wife order me the 6 pack beard oil sample pack from Beard Octane. I don't know what scents she picked but I doubt I'll be disappointed 👍

[@joshuaresnick9053]

My financial situation is low but looking for a great beard. I'm going with most of store bought. I was wondering if anyone would have any ideas on finding at least semi good products I could buy from store that will not take from the results. Well not to much anyway

[@DanCBearded]

Honest Amish is wonderful! Also good fellows from target

[@azaz6951]

Can you put beard butter on a dry beard or should you wash it first with warm water?

[@DanCBearded]

You want to apply all beard products to a damp beard

[@azaz6951]

@@DanCBearded superstar, thanks for the reply

[@DanCBearded]

any time!

[@hoppyjohnson8571]

Man I’m bald on top but my facial hair grows about an inch a week. First time I’m going to try a beard.

[@DanCBearded]

Awesome!! Keep me posted on how it’s goin

[@TheGabrielberki]

Joshua’s beard looks friggin epic for not really knowing much about beard care products...

[@DanCBearded]

So very true!

[@jaydub7386]

Yeah that’s what I was thinking. I’m a bit skeptical 🤨.

[@jason8096]

Just found this video. It's a big help. I'm a noob at the beard thing and it's frustrating because it looks like I have scrunched up copper wire sticking out of my face. (I'm a ginger) Any other recommendations would be greatly appreciated.

[@DanCBearded]

Hey brotha! Biggest tips: 1) drink 1 gallon of water a day 2) beard oil after the shower 3) beard butter at night

[@jason8096]

I'm doing all the above. It's good to have you rep for Michigan. I'm a fellow Michigander. Awesome stuff!

[@DanCBearded]

@@jason8096 what part of the murder mitten?

[@jason8096]

Ortonville. About 20 minutes south of Flint

[@DanCBearded]

@@jason8096 not far at all brotha. Flint area for me 👊

[@timothymiller1887]

Hi Dan, I'm new to growing my beard. I don't think my genetics will be a good factor as I have no hair on my legs, forearms etc. POP didn't have a lot either. I've been looking on line and have seen sites indicating that I could use Rogaine. What are your thoughts on this? I have also seen " beard growth products from companies which usually include bottle of pills with vitamins, different products ( biotin), etc. Again what are your thoughts on these. Do you have a list of the various products you use, especially the Combs. I can imagine you are reluctant to comment on the various companies that provide a line of beard products. But are there any you think I should avoid Like your videos

[@DanCBearded]

This should be perfect for you! kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZ7CYn2QZsdpo8k

[@DanCBearded]

This as well for tools: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g4uYlH-en5VpZ9k

[@DanCBearded]

And this one for products: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h3PPaaCBm5aYaq8

[@braydenj2514]

Dan c do you have merchandise

[@DanCBearded]

Yes I do! www.etsy.com/shop/BeautyandtheBeardMI

[@BeardsandCars]

40 minutes....I'll have to finish it up later👊🧔

[@DanCBearded]

Podcast style

[@andrewwalton1549]

Is there a video where he reported back on the difference?

[@DanCBearded]

Not currently. He actually moved to Iowa, so it is a little more difficult now lol

[@beardswagbbq]

Hello family🤟

[@DanCBearded]

Swag father in the house!

[@beardswagbbq]

@@DanCBearded love you Dan hope all is well with the family.

[@buffalotodd5068]

What if I use butta morning and night? I can't get enough of Liquid Gold

[@DanCBearded]

Nothing wrong with that! As long as you are going oil first after a shower

[@joshpreacherresnick542]

Back in the city I come from people call me Preacher. Just think most men of old testament were bearded. It showed power and athority

[@DanCBearded]

Very cool!

[@Gdwmartin]

A gallon of water a day?!? Oh my goodness, how can you stomach it? That stuff needs to be diluted ya know! With Whiskey preferably. Seriously though I can't stomach that much water, it's literally nauseating. Any suggestions?

[@DanCBearded]

Hey brotha, just slowly build up to it and make a conscious effort throughout the day

[@peterenright5347]

I don't know what I would do without beard oil.

[@DanCBearded]

Itch a lot and smell terrible lol

[@josephbrant9399]

What can I do with my beard it looks so scary though

[@DanCBearded]

This video should be perfect: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qJfaqZKVpdeharc

[@gr.8shots]

Hi Mr.Command

[@DanCBearded]

Hey Gabe!

[@donaldm1959]

Good video tired of my pubs looking beard.. 2020 goal get a sexy beard like y’all

[@donaldm1959]

So shampoo eveyday oil brush con 2 week butter at night every night?? Just a recap

[@DanCBearded]

Oil every day, the rest you have to kind of play with to see

[@matthewculver5271]

Subscribers AND FRIENDS. Summation: Daniel has friends ;)

[@DanCBearded]

haha at least I hope I do!

[@Travelguru317]

My beard looks like josh's beard not in length but color wise

[@buffalotodd5068]

It would be cool if you made more vidrios with Joshua Coburn, just saying.

[@DanCBearded]

He lives in South America now lol just sayin

[@beckerborg]

Love your video. Do you believe that many beard product companies buy their products and dropship them from China? Thank you

[@DanCBearded]

No, none of these small batch companies do (that I support)

[@beckerborg]

That’s good to hear. I assume they either manufacture it themselves or have US companies manufacturer it?

[@mohammadhabib5083]

Dan C Do you shower at night aswell?

[@DanCBearded]

Rarely, but I do when needed

[@mohammadhabib5083]

@@DanCBearded Thanks for the info brother.

[@Jay-sd9ye]

I don't like product in beard at night. It gets all over my pillow, then over my face. Like going to bed with wet hair.

[@DanCBearded]

You are likely using too much product then. Also try putting it in a little before bed, I recommend 30 minutes.

[@Jay-sd9ye]

@@DanCBearded I'll give it another shot.

[@mikegroh3420]

Wait, what? Do not over conditioner your beard but add oils, butters, and balms daily? I am truly confused.

[@DanCBearded]

Correct. Different types of nourishment. I do not use balms though. Oil and butters absorb into your beard and skin. Conditioners have a lot of properties that coat/seal, and just sit on top of the hair.

[@mikegroh3420]

Dan C Bearded gotcha. Thanks for the clarification!

[@mtndan6969]

don't comb a dry Beard! But how do you manage it during the day when moving around make it look homeless?!

[@DanCBearded]

Just be gentle with it or use your hands

[@TheJoeCool1964]

A friend has acquired cystic acne due to home dialysis, can you recommend any beard products that he can use.

[@DanCBearded]

I would say give Beard Octane (DANC10 discount code) or Detroit Grooming (dancbearded discount code) because they both use oils that are very low on the Comedogenic scale

[@kenpope5701]

Ok so Dan C Bearded definitely reps beard octane

[@DanCBearded]

They are an affiliate of mine and one of my favorite companies, correct

[@kenpope5701]

@@DanCBearded and I just placed an order for envy oil, and ginger jamboree oil and butter. I got the envy for free!

[@DanCBearded]

That’s awesome!

[@mr.hernandez2013]

3rd lol. Hey Dan C!

[@DanCBearded]

The Bronze!

[@joshpreacherresnick542]

Josh where are you from? You look firmilure

[@DanCBearded]

Iowa and Michigan

[@DC-iu2eh]

Josh's beard shape is SOOOOO sick.

[@Jay-sd9ye]

Dan let Josh talk. U cut him off more then a few times. Like your in a hurry or you just don't care what he has to say...

[@DanCBearded]

👍 thanks for the feedback boss

[@Capt.MacHaggis]

🤔😂🤣🤣🤣

[@DanCBearded]

lol

[@steverobertbrown]

First

[@DanCBearded]

The GOLD!!

[@jmorton2585]

3rds

[@Bearded_Angler-N-Pups]

Hes got a nice beard for using garbage on his beard.

[@DanCBearded]

Naturally gifted, that’s for sure