Using Too Much Beard Oil [how to tell]?

[@DanCBearded]

Time Stamps: 0:00 = Intro 1:11 = Two Factors 1:24 = Beard Length 1:39 = Porosity 2:14 = How Much to Use 4:42 = Test if You're Using too Much 5:46 = Conclusion

[@DeliberatelyBearded]

Well thought out and well layed out Thank you Teach youre truly appreciated & all your hard work doesn't go unnoticed

[@DanCBearded]

@@DeliberatelyBearded thanks for the kind comment!

[@Hereweare75]

Can you do a video on how much butter or balm one should use?

[@DanCBearded]

@@Hereweare75 I will write it down, absolutely! Just give me a couple weeks 👊

[@seanscott1886]

Thanks for putting in the effort on this part.

[@treg1503]

My trusted beard advisor thanks for ALL the BEARD knowledge to help me along my journey to being bearded

[@DanCBearded]

You’re welcome!!

[@Tony-j7n4h]

I have a short grey beard. I initially used half a dropper from a two-ounce bottle. Despite having a good diet and staying hydrated, my beard would dry out after a few hours. I've now increased the amount of oil to three-quarters of a dropper from the same two-ounce bottle, and I'm using a more significant amount of balm, going from a small amount the size of a fingernail to a more significant amount the size of a thumbnail. So far, I'm pleased with the results of increasing the oil and balm and how that has improved the look and feel of my beard.

[@DanCBearded]

That’s awesome!

[@kenbayard6737]

Commenting to show your old videos have value. Learning more everyday. Thanks

[@DanCBearded]

I appreciate that. Thank you!

[@DjenTufo]

My gf loves the smell of my oils but if she touches my beard always complains that her hands get greasy, well i guess I now know why and how to avoid that. Cheers mate!

[@DanCBearded]

Keep me posted if this helps!

[@Dade2020]

Wow, yeah, I am using way too much oil. Thanks again, Dan, you're a vault of information!

[@DanCBearded]

You’re welcome!

[@renatodex]

Hey Dan! I just want to say that I was NOT going to subscribe to your channel, I never do that, and not because of the content itself, most of the times the content is great, like yours! I just don't like those notifications flying around all the time. But.. when I looked up the comments section and saw that you had actually answered EACH ONE OF THE COMMENTS, exactly the way you promised on the video, I got REALLY, REALLY surprised, and this is where you got my true admiration. I'm glad to be your subscriber now, thanks!

[@DanCBearded]

Oh man, that is awesome! I really appreciate that! It is not easy to keep up with the comments, but I truly enjoy it. I try to do my best! Thank you for the support of the channel and I look forward to hearing more from you!

[@lewishutcherson2034]

My beard is about 3 inches I use about a penny size on my beard I was using to much about a nickels worth Thank you Dan I just found your channel a couple weeks ago I’ve learned so much in that time.

[@DanCBearded]

Oh glad to hear!

[@dipietski]

Hi Dan! Going for the business beard look. Currently it’s 3.5 inches. I was using 10 drops but started getting acne. After watching the video I tried 6 and did the test 30 minutes later which worked perfectly. Thanks for the advice 👊🏻

[@TGoose74]

Wish I had seen these a few months ago. This morning, after some “research” on this channel I cut my oil amount in half……..today my beard was the most manageable and best looking it has been in 5 months. What a dramatic difference!!!!

[@DanCBearded]

Yes yes yes! Love to hear that

[@BeardTalkwithKyleJoe]

Start off using 3/4 oil, wait the 5 min and then apply heat. Add in remaining 1/4 and style! Been working great that way. - The Cousins

[@DanCBearded]

That's perfect for some beastly beards like you fellas have 👊

[@jamesinfl2009]

I do the same thing. A little oil first , heat/comb , then put the remainder

[@DanCBearded]

@@jamesinfl2009 helps with scent, that's for sure!

[@angrywarriortacklebox42a32]

Gonna try this, been doing oil, 5 min then heat. Gonna add a little more oil after heat thanks for the tip👊👍

[@juandeloera9924]

What di you mean add heat?

[@davidbarton4334]

Video was great. My beard is the longest I've ever had. Its about 8 inches and I use 1 1/2 droppers. After the video I figured out im using to much oil. Thank you for the information. Keep it coming bro.

[@DanCBearded]

Perfect, I hope it helped!

[@RagnarHoff]

Easy to apply too much when you love the scent. It's like overspraying perfume if the want the scent to last longer throughout the day. Difference is, the oil doesn't dry out like perfume does. And your beard is left greasy with a little shine to it. Luxurious Bastard, Kingsmen and The Bearded bastard solves that problem though because of their bold scents so you don't need that much.

[@DanCBearded]

Great point and well said!

[@brandonwelty1526]

8 in one whole dropper love your videos keep up the good work

[@DanCBearded]

Thank you Brandon!

[@shaun5867]

Thanks Dan. I’ve been struggling with this. Trying to follow “direction” of a dime, or nickel, or 2-4 drops. This was helpful. I have a gray beard and I realized It requires more oil than I’ve been using. I have discovered that my medium beard needs a minimum of half a dropper or a little more than q quarter size. Keep up the good work.

[@BeardCode]

No Dan... you’re awesome!!!

[@DanCBearded]

Ah shucks!

[@jeremywiggs5417]

Currently my beard is about 4 inches. I usually use about 15 drops, but think I need to drop down to about 10 or so. Just started using oils and butters within the last 2-3 months, so have been working to dial it in. Have loved the way good product makes my beard feel, and also the confidence growing out my beard longer has given me over the past year or so. Also really enjoying your channel!

[@DanCBearded]

Thank you Jeremy! Keep me posted on how the switch works for tou

[@davidaubuchon7309]

3 inch beard. 1 dropper. Seems to work well. I appreciate your videos. Thanks.

[@DanCBearded]

Awesome!

[@manojitindia]

Length 4" Using 6-7 drops After half an hour it doesn't feel oily, even after 5-6 hour beard feels good.

[@DanCBearded]

Sounds like you nailed it brotha!

[@hybridlionable]

Phew, thought i was crazy when he said his is 9” and he uses 20. I use about 4-5 and my length is about 4-4.5”

[@EJT156]

I’ve been using way too much oil & didn’t even realize it thanks for the great tips

[@DanCBearded]

You’re welcome Eric!

[@SkyWalk27]

I’m sitting at a short beard right now, so I currently use 4 drops. It seems to do me just fine! Thanks again for the tips, Dan!

[@DanCBearded]

Sounds perfect!

[@OstranderD1986]

I'm the same. I have a short beard (about an inch and a half to 2 inches) and I find that about 4 drops is plenty for me.

[@Tomas_F.]

Hello, brother in beard :) Nice video, thank you for it! My beard game is dead in these days, cause we have to wear respirators almost everywhere in the Czech Republic :( But when this fckin covid will be gone (hope soon), I'll define definitively come back for your tips. Meanwhile stay healthy, save and bearded! Cheers!

[@benjamminreviews_ben]

I might add, depends on what viscosity the oil is, I use less of heavier castor based oils. Even though I’m at 6” my beard drinks up about a full dropper. If I over do my measurement with a restrictor top I put that oil to use on my neck and tattoos. I have a good friend that is using more then me and has a even shorter beard. Porosity is a very real thing. Great video Dan.

[@DanCBearded]

Absolutely true! I didn't want to add layers of confusion on with this video for new beardsmen, but rather just a general rule of thumb they can experiment with. I will have a dedicated video in the near future about the different viscosity levels and how much oil to use 👊

[@mirceaionescu960]

Never realized how many of my beard struggles were caused by using way too much oil. Just about cut my usage in half and it made a world of difference. My beard is so much lighter and doesn't get nearly as matted

[@DanCBearded]

That’s awesome to hear!!

[@3peat_in23]

Hey Dan, how about a routine walkthrough for a pool day? Starting to hit the pool for the summer and was wondering what your routine is.

[@DanCBearded]

Already got you covered 👊 kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJ-ce4Ssial_nZo

[@tlee9866]

@@DanCBearded that was very helpful last year😎

[@DanCBearded]

@@tlee9866 🙏

[@DanCBearded]

@@kentuckybeardsman 👊 plenty more to come!

[@louisgarguilojr2592]

Just had to change that thumbs up number brother. Keep up the great work.

[@DanCBearded]

Thank you Louis!

[@louisgarguilojr2592]

I don't know if you seen it but it was at 666. I'm very superstitious.

[@jimd9346]

7" , almost a full dropper.( the grey really soaks it up! )

[@DanCBearded]

Greys are a unique monster! That's for sure 👊

[@tracyphillips8418]

Exactly the same here. Good to know it's normal since I'm new to a longer beard.

[@blakehansen5515]

Roughly a 5 inch beard. I am running a half dropper of Grave Before Shave. I believe I am using more than necessary, but still working everything out. This channel has been helping so much!

[@DanCBearded]

Awesome brotha! Nothing wrong with trial and error 👊

[@splinterspartan25]

When you run your hands through should they come back completely “dry” or should it feel like a like your forehead before your shower? I have a 3 1/2” goatee. My sides don’t grow in fully but I am giving that a go too. I use about 6-8 drops of thicker beard oil. If I put it in at about 8:30am I usually get the dry feeling by about 3:00-4:00pm. Is that normal? I also use 4-5 drops at night.

[@DanCBearded]

You don't want your hand to have oil on it, that is an easy tell of using too much. Not using enough is tougher side to tell. If it feels like straw, feels itchy, or hurts a little, you probably did not use enough

[@billythebeard6055]

8 inches long. Full dropper and about the same as about 20 drops. Great video as always, Dan.

[@DanCBearded]

Thanks Billy! The grey hairs certainly soak up more oil

[@scottholdegraver4274]

I’m at about 5” and use anywhere from 6-10 drops depending on the oil. For most brands I use 6. For Beard Octane, because their oil is so light, I have to use more.

[@DanCBearded]

Great call! Some oils do require more or less, depending on the quality and viscosity

[@FaithfullyBearded]

Nice. Good to see these steps for beginners and long time Beardsman

[@DanCBearded]

Thanks Tyson!

[@DanCBearded]

@@kentuckybeardsman yup!! And they would be amazed how much easier the styling is with less oil

[@garyhumphrey3452]

Thanks Dan. I have been using too much so this video will save me money! Thanks for all the advice.

[@DanCBearded]

Perfect! love to hear that

[@MrParalitici]

Length of beard: 4.5in Oil: About half a dropper I used to use too much oil and I stopped using it cause I thought it left my beard too oily. I decided to start using less and I hit the sweet spot. I have started letting my beard grow longer now and started using a bit more than before. After seeing this video I tried the 30 minute test and it feels soft but not oily at all. Great video!

[@tommylinsley2081]

Thanks @DanCBearded. My Wild Willie oil and my Honest Amish balm have basically the same ingredients, so I assumed it didn't make any difference which one I use and when. Thanks for pointing out the difference in your other videos! I honestly though that the point of beard oil was just to make a beard look shiny. I'm watching you're "Top 5 Beard Mistakes To Avoid" next.

[@DanCBearded]

Always happy to help!

[@Kensconsin]

I'm at 3 inches or so right now. I use about half a dropper. My beard is never greasy. Great video! 🤜

[@DanCBearded]

Beautiful my brotha!

[@lucianmarina8691]

thank you so much Dan, for the extremely valuable content that you post here. That 30 minute rule is a gold nugget. My routine is the one you presented in your videos. With my beard at 4 inches long i use about 7 drops and it works great. No more stains on my shirts, by the way. You're the best!!!

[@DanCBearded]

Awesome!

[@benneuls4142]

Good video, Dan. I'm still in the experimental stage... Finding out what my beard needs.

[@DanCBearded]

Thanks Ben!

[@jtmac1971]

I have a short beard (mostly grey) and use about a dime size oil in my hand. I finally got my wife on-board and I’m going to continue to grow. Your videos have been very helpful for my journey and thank you for all that you do.

[@DanCBearded]

That's awesome to hear!

[@reubenk7331]

Really good way to lay it out! I definitely was using a bit too much in the early days when I thought more is better! It was a really oily mess that would get on my shirts etc. I dialed it back some and then really got in tune with it more, when I found this channel!

[@DanCBearded]

Really important topic here!

[@reubenk7331]

@@DanCBearded Especially for people new to the field of care! As men we typically go more is better ha ha.

[@YaknSnak82]

Business Beard and I use about 12-14 drops from restrictor cap. Love the videos.

[@jimreed3052]

Well well well, turns out, I’ve been using way too much oil! My nest is about half the size of yours and I’ve been using a full dropper, sometimes a bit more and I’ve been having some trouble styling it. Just tried 10 drops and boom, result. Nice one Dan C.

[@mentaltmc]

Good info. I actually use almost a full dropper and its perfect even though my beard is shorter than yours. Feels perfect. My beard absolutely gulps the oil up. Have a good one brother 👊

[@DanCBearded]

Hey Terry! Grey/white/silver beards certainly require a little more oil, so that sounds spot on!

[@randallmitchell4398]

Well Dan...I'm a new Beardsman and after doing the test, my hand looks like a five fingered oil slide, but my hair now looks great 👍😀

[@DanCBearded]

haha awesome!

[@Doc_Watson]

~ 16" in length by your measurment instructions. About a quarter size pool of beard oil in my palm. Sometimes I get too much (feels greasy an hour or so later) Sometimes not enough (feals dry 15 min later) I DIY my beard oil. Grapeseed and/or coconut oil as the carrier, tea trea oil and various essential oils for the scent. Was looking for beard comb and brush information as I need to replace what I'm using and went down a beard video rabbit hole. Watched several of your videos tonight. Very informative, thank you.

[@DanCBearded]

Thanks Doc!!

[@tedmerling2762]

Ted from Canada . New to your channel You have lots of information. And I have learned a lot about beard Care. Exploring beard oils beard Butter and other things giving me lots of information. Thank you very much

[@DanCBearded]

Oh awesome Ted! Welcome to the channel 🤝

[@tedmerling2762]

What's your opinion on the product called beard?

[@DanCBearded]

@@tedmerling2762 I’m not familiar with

[@sjmiller8944]

Just found your channel - subscribed - great video. Length: Short - about 4". Amount of oil: 5-7 drops (but only about 1 or 2 times a week currently). Experience: Just retired and decided to see how long I can grow my beard - cause I can. I've never had more than a 1" or 2" beard length before - usually was just a goatee, so just trying to learn how to live with a longer beard - I might go all ZZ Top - just because I can. (Thankfully my wife is supportive). I appreciate the practical advice - I'll give the 30 minute test a try as my beard length increases.

[@DanCBearded]

Thank you brotha, welcome to the channel! A supportive wife is as good as it gets!

[@PositiveBreaks]

I'm in the process of growing out my beard again. I'm looking at about 2-3 inches right now. I use about half a dropper. These are all great nuggets of wisdom. I'll have to try that 30 minute timer test. I ruined several shirts from too much oil the last time I grew a longer beard. It looks like you've managed to respond to every comment, not sure how you've managed to do that with this kind of response! You are doing great! Stay positive and give yourself a break (the tagline for my new channel that you and Scuba helped inspire me to start). 😎

[@DanCBearded]

Awesome brotha!

[@jheymann69]

Tomorrow begins my journey in not overusing beard products! cheers!!

[@thadboman4340]

My beard is around 7 to 8 inches n I use around a dropper full. I'm going to try you to much test this evening. Great information once again Dan.

[@DanCBearded]

Thanks Thad!

[@jackssonsedgwick7586]

Excellent video mate. My beard is 5” straight down. I use about 10 drops that seems to do the trick. I figured out the use in moderation from not really knowing a few years back and would use a whole dropper. Was a nightmare every time I would take a call my cell would be all oily and if I touched my beard oily mitts. So like you said trial and error. I halved the dropper and that was still a bit too much so I kept halving until my beard was happy. And with the increase in length of my beard now I’m at ten drops or there abouts. Great seeing you mate speak soon. Jax.

[@DanCBearded]

Awesome comment and love hearing the journey!

[@vannshuttleworth4738]

Mine is 3 inches. Don't Laugh. I do a dropper in the morning and one before bed. Doesn't feel greasy but I prefer a lot of oil right now. Thanks Dan!

[@DanCBearded]

Rock on brotha! If you aren't experiencing any issues, keep it up!

[@vannshuttleworth4738]

@@DanCBearded Thanks for the video on "haters". Haters, IMHO, have at least One Thing that they are good at. They should put their energy into that. Judge Ye Not, lest ye be judged.

[@badnbeardedcasey]

1.) 👍 2.) 5"-6" 3.) Make sure that your really working the oil into your skin so. If its just the surface of your beard the oil is on then you may be using the right amount of oil but it may appear to be too much since the oil may stay on the surface of your beard. Also, if your beard is too wet when applying the oil; you may be using the right amount but since oil is more dence than water, your oil may ware off faster or may not absorb at all into your skin. Alot of factors to consider when using beard oil. Keep notes to give you an idea of how much oil you used "quarter rule", how dry was your beard when you applied it, and also the greeseiness test after 30 minutes. Awesome video Dan! 👊

[@DanCBearded]

Great add on points, thanks Bobby!!

[@sonnytos]

Hello Dan. I just stopped by to say great video brother.

[@DanCBearded]

Thank you Sonny!! Truly appreciated 👊

[@joshfoltz6076]

10 inch beard here, somewhere between 3/4 and a full dropper of the honest amish. Followed up with just a smidge of beard balm. LOVE this channel btw. Wish I would have found it earlier.

[@DanCBearded]

Thank you Joshua!

[@Newlotusdarma]

I have a Circle beard and after watching this video I revised my beard oil I have 9.5inch and I went from using 1 eyedropper to using 2-3 drops thanks and now it styles better

[@timcyrus7155]

Length 9 3/4 One full dropper full, maybe a little extra depending on weather- dryer hotter weather use a little more oil, rainy days/ humid i use almost a full dropper. As always, Dan C you rock!!!

[@DanCBearded]

Thanks Tim!

[@leosigman7239]

Excellent work, Dan! Curly White 4" beard. 6 or 7 drops. Another check: I apply drops to my fingers, and rub them together. After spreading the oil on my skin and beard, my fingers may feel a bit oily, but not look oily or greasy. Comb down touching skin all the way, up, then down again but straight down past jawline. Acetate (Kent) comb should show no oil. Wood comb may benefit from rubbing between fingers or palms, and again no oily look or feel. I figure anything left on my hands or comb was too much for my beard.

[@DanCBearded]

Great add ons with observations to check, thank you Leo!

[@nikfirehazard]

Only found your channel recently but love every video I've watched and I use your regimes

[@DanCBearded]

That's awesome! Thanks Nicholas!

[@gottaluvit33]

Just made one year for the yeard beard is 6” long. After watching video yep been using to much oil . Appreciate the tips!

[@KC_House]

Short beard. Probably 65% gray. I average 6 drops plus or minus 1 drop. That seems to be the sweet spot but I’m going to use this info to check myself. Thanks for the good info.

[@DanCBearded]

Sounds like you have it down!

[@coryh6752]

Hey dan. I have about a 4 inch beard and I find 4-5 drops of thin oil is perfect for me. Great video

[@DanCBearded]

Thanks Cory!

[@josh7291.]

I have a 7-8 inch beard I usually use 3/4 - 1 full dropper in the morning. Different oils feel different in beard I kinda base it off of companies. In my opinion of course. Also love what you did with the video showing each segment, great touch!!

[@DanCBearded]

Oh yeah, you are spot! My next edition of this video will be about different types of oils

[@chrisperez4631]

Much love brother Dan C!!! Did you do one about using too much butter?!

[@DanCBearded]

Not yet, but I will be!

[@Freshness67]

Another awesome and informative video. Thanks Trusted Teacher!

[@DanCBearded]

Thanks Douglas!

[@Freshness67]

@@DanCBearded You are very welcome!

[@DanCBearded]

@@Freshness67 🙏

[@dirtyhairy8884]

Beard length right now, 7". Usually between 12 to 15 drops for me. Another great video and info, trusted Teacher!

[@DanCBearded]

Sounds spot on!

[@jasonwickham5260]

I have a 7 inch beard oil. I typically use 8-12 drops in the morning and before bed. I am finding that different oils absorb differently in my beard. Current favorite is Beard Octane which definitely tends to absorb better into my beard and I may use a little to much.

[@DanCBearded]

That’s awesome! Beard octane has a great thin viscosity beard oil

[@jeffbatchelor241]

New to beard oil. I just saw this video and mine is about 3-4 inch. I will try the oil test later thanks.

[@DanCBearded]

Welcome to the channel!

[@highmountainsage5004]

Bryan here, founder of High Mountain Sage. My beard is 5 inches right now when straightened. I will do roughly 10 to 12 drops of our beard oil. I think one thing to consider is what carrier oils are in the oil. Some will absorb more quickly while others won't. I definitely like the idea of doing the 30 minute test for each carrier oil blend just to see how each absorb. Great video Dan C.

[@DanCBearded]

Yup, viscosity does play a role. That will be the focus of my next video on this topic. This was just a general rule of thumb video, while trying not to overload people with info

[@sethw.petersen5038]

Hi Dan! Great video! Thanks for the information. Just started using beard oil and I was using way too much before. Your videos give me confidence to start my beard journey on the right foot. Appreciate you!

[@DanCBearded]

Oh awesome to hear!

[@GregJGreen]

I'm trying oil only for awhile to see how it works out. The 30 minute rule is good to know, thanks Dan.

[@markstephens649]

I have a 8 inch yeard and make my own oil and butter... Through trial and error I use one dropper of oil... Day or night then cap it with my shea butter, Lanolin based beard butter mix... The lanolin sucks up oil and gives my beard a wonderful silky feel... And leaves a nice non greasy feel... You have to try lanolin to appreciate it. Can also mix with beeswax for more hold... But a little wax is all you need!

[@DanCBearded]

Have you caught my video on lanolin?

[@johnfrank5809]

I like your videos helped me a lot thank you. Can you make one about mad viking beard oil?

[@DanCBearded]

Have them reach out to me, I would love to!

[@blazingbeardproducts2845]

My beard is about 7 inches, I use a full dropper, my beard and skin suck up oil, sometimes need to reapply after 6-8 hours, especially with light oils, which I prefer.

[@DanCBearded]

As you know, those grey beards can present a unique challenge! The porosity is veryyy different

[@MrMarkJohnson281]

Heyo fellas, my beard is only 2.5 inches long, and I've been using about a half dropper. I now think that has been way too much oil. I will be trying the 30 minute test in the next couple days, experimenting with different amounts. Thanks Dan C! Your information is gold, take care man! (And fellow beardsmen!) Cheers!

[@DanCBearded]

Let me know how it goes!

[@MrMarkJohnson281]

@@DanCBearded I've found that about 8-10 drops seems to be about the right amount. It may seem like that is still a bit much, but I live in a drier climate, and it seems to absorb pretty well. It also depends on the brand. My beard seems to love Whisky n Hardtack, it soaks right up! Thanks for the information and the loads of content Dan C, you're a champion! :D

[@Aric.with.an.A]

6 inch beard. I use about a half dropper or between nickel and quarter size. I can tell 30-60 minutes after if I used too much or too little. Great video! 👍🏻

[@DanCBearded]

That's perfect!

[@richaustin8719]

Thank you for your knowledge my brother in beard God bless and keep up the good work

[@DanCBearded]

Thanks Rich!

[@nekwitwhitly8986]

Great video, I have a five inch beard. I use half to three quarters of a dropper. I was reapplying a couple more times a day, light bulb went off about three months ago now one application in the morning and butter at night.

[@DanCBearded]

Awesome brotha!

[@flofearless9173]

Bruh your beard is epic 💯🤟🏾

[@DanCBearded]

Thanks man, I appreciate that!!

[@jasonfolkes7830]

3 inches 10-12 drops of oil Great video and info sir. I’ll have to start doing the 30 minute test to see if that’s too much oil. Appreciate your videos and knowledge

[@DanCBearded]

Great! Thanks Jason 👊

[@ronly_driver]

Been trial and erroring my amount, and I have overdone it a few times, but it's because my beard is very thirsty. I have resorted to viewing it like adding salt to a recipe(adding about 7 drops at first), utilizing the Dan C method, and adding about 5 more in a half hour. So about 12 drops total, but not all at once so I don't wind up greasy. As always, thank you for the guidance Teach! God Bless and Beard On!

[@robertallen6074]

My beard is just over 3 inches and gray. I use 10 - 12 drops that works well for my beard with out leaving it feeling greasy, then I follow with a little bit of butter .

[@DanCBearded]

Sounds spot on Robert!

[@maz_mtb3266]

Currently at a 5" beard. I haven't done the test, but going off this I am definitely using too much. There have been times I fined it excessively oily, especially when using oil and balm or butter together. Going to have to tone it down a notch and try out the oil test and see if I can't dial it in better!

[@DanCBearded]

I think you will find less is more in this case!

[@beerdedreviews247]

6 inch beard, and I used a full dropper. Beard drinks up the oil. Mine will feel oily if I use just a tad too much butter or balm for some hold. But then again, you’ve seen my routine! 👊🏻

[@DanCBearded]

Awesome!

[@ruggedsmuggler5932]

Great video Dan! I think this is a question a lot of beardsmen have and the 30 minute test is a good solution!

[@DanCBearded]

Thanks Dan!

[@auburnman6969]

Beard is 7” long and I use a full dropper. My beard is primarily grey which seems to make it soak up oil much easier than normal. I did your test and just as I thought, dry hands. Thanks for continuing to educate us Dan. You’re awesome!👊

[@DanCBearded]

You're welcome brotha, thank you for the support!

[@whoha007]

Sweet info Dan as always! Currently rockin an 8in beard, I also use a dropper full. Earlier in my journey I used to use way to much, biggest misconception of all beard products for sure... Less is truly more!

[@DanCBearded]

Absolutely true!!

[@robertog8804]

Thanks for this Dan. My bead is 7 inches and I’ve been using half a dropper while beard is still damp. Love your videos!

[@DanCBearded]

Thanks brotha!

[@RichardNorby420]

Love the vide as always brother, have you ever heard of or used Arlo's beard oil before?

[@DanCBearded]

Thank you! And yes, I reviewed them here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5LZqYOllpmVjpY

[@jasonkaye9487]

As always great video. My beard is about 5 inches and growing. And I'm guilty of using to much oil ...

[@DanCBearded]

We all have been at some point in the journey!

[@JB-dk4jg]

Thanks Dan. Short beard, and i use 5-6 drops 2x daily. I've actually noticed a decease in beard acne since using beard oil. The couple of problems I did have, actually cleared up much quicker with the use of oil vs. before using the oil.

[@DanCBearded]

That’s so awesome!

[@funkdaddy3.0]

I have a seven inch beard of mostly (75%) gray but have black and blonde hair interspersed throughout. Because of the lack of cuticles on the gray hair, they soak up the lighter oils readily. But the heavier oils, remain on my beard longer. That being said, my baseline is one full dropper but that can change depending on the oil blends and always involves trial and error. I walk the line.

[@DanCBearded]

Spot on Steve!!

[@dalesoblo3010]

Hi Dan, I’ve often wondered about how much beard oil to use. When my beard was short I didn’t use any. At yeard length about half a dipper would do. Currently the beard is 18 inches long and it takes a full dropper or about two nickel size shakes from a restricted bottle. Of course all beard oil is not the same so there is some variation in these measurements and frequency of application. And yes trial and air is how I figured this out. The amount of oil to maintain a long beard at first caught me off guard. I have not trimmed my beard in about three years and it is still growing. The goal is terminal length. I may have to buy a share in a beard product company to maintain this lifestyle. Thanks for the great content.

[@DanCBearded]

Sounds like a magical beard!

[@Gh0stz9211]

I'm working my way back to 18 hopefully. Had an incident and trimmed back to about 12 inches. But it seems like it just isn't growing.

[@jasonroberts5288]

Awesome video buddy you've help me alot and I thank you 👍👍

[@DanCBearded]

Thanks Jason! Great to hear from you 👊 I hope you and the Mrs are doing well

[@Sithman1776]

I really appreciate these videos! I’m trying to grow a long beard for the first time and these are incredibly helpful!

[@DanCBearded]

I appreciate hearing that!

[@ryanwidicker1018]

My beard is some were in the three to five area. I use about a dropper full, but like you I use last what I'm using honest Amish. If I'm putting beer jelly then I'll do about a nickel-size. another way you can tell throughout the day if you have too much product is after making a phone call and then looking at your screen and noticing some oily spots.

[@immothebeardedguy5759]

I have what you consider a “business beard” and I use about 1/4 dropper after the shower, wait about 7 to 12 minutes (while doing other things of course) then I add another 3 drops with an unscented butter (I have more oils than combos). Thanks for the video Dan, stay blessed my friend.

[@DanCBearded]

Sounds like you have your routine down!

[@IASP17]

4:42 love that. easy, simple test and it seems Im using too much. not way too much but my hands are little greasy.

[@DanCBearded]

Easy adjustment!

[@cogneto54]

My shirts have been stained like crazy and it took me a while to realize they were all getting stained by my beard oil. Definitely using too much but I kept feeling like I needed for my precious beard, I honestly don't need the test. I already know because throughout the day I feel end up spreading oil to my devices. Gonna try reducing it but I always feel like its not enough. You reminded me though, less is more.

[@DanCBearded]

Awesome! I hope it helps 👊

[@MrNickswanek]

I’m about half a dropper. But my beard is also one that really absorbs well. I have fairly coarse hair. Because of this I can trick myself into over oiling because how well it will take the first round of oil. But after I blow dry I might take 2 or 3 drops more and just hit the outside again to get it good. No more or it’s a mess. Great video Dan.

[@DanCBearded]

Thank you!!