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Difference between beard balm and beard oil?

What is the difference between a beard balm and beard oil?

A common question that we get asked both online and in our barbershop is what's the difference between the two?

Velvet Wood Wins Best Beard Oil Award

Announcement: London Beard Company in Fortnum & Mason

We have some very exciting news to share with you all. We are delighted to announce that our products are now available in one of the world’s most prestigious department stores – Fortnum & Mason.

Fortnum & Mason’s flagship London store was established in Piccadilly in 1707. The store has an extremely rich history and has, for centuries, provided extraordinary gifts, wonderful food and memorable experiences to a worldwide audience.

As a start-up that has been running for less than a year, we feel that this is a huge moment for us and we would like to take this opportunity to thank you all for playing a significant part in our journey so far. #StayBearded

You can visit Fortnum & Mason at 181 Piccadilly, London, W1A 1ER.

Are beards good for your health?

                                                                                                                source: BBC

Yes it's true, beards are actually good for your health! Clean shaven faces carry more bacteria and shaving can cause 'bacterial colonisation' whereas beards fight infection. These are some of the points mentioned in this BBC article. Read the full publication here.

View our collection of beard care and grooming products here.

Why use beard oil?

So you've grown a beard...well done for manning up! Now you’ve got to take care of it and keep that mane in good condition. Question is how? We’ve heard people use face cream to hair spray on their beards?!

Those mentioned above are a definite no no for the beard. Your facial hair is different from the hair on your head and using products that contain chemicals found in regular hair products are definitely not suitable. This is where beard oil comes in. Our beard oils are made from 100% natural ingredients, containing primarily olive and argan oil. Both of these oils are known for their beneficial hair and skin care properties. 

Some benefits of olive oil are:

• Olive oil is high in monounsaturated fats and vitamins that are good for both skin and hair.
• The beard can be a very dry place. Good thing is that olive oil is a natural moisturiser. When worked into the beard it will help moisturise and rehydrate the skin underneath the hair or stubble.
• It helps prevent a frizzy beard and can help tame the mane.
• Want a softer beard? Olive oil will nourish & rejuvenate the hair.

  Let’s talk about argan oil:

• Also known as 'liquid gold', argan oil is derived from the nut of the argan tree which is found only in certain areas in Morocco, making it quite rare.
• It is highly rich in Vitamin E which contains antioxidants that can help boost cells and hair growth.
• The oil also adds shine and gloss to hair which will make your beard appear healthy.
• Just like olive oil, argan oil can be used as conditioner. You can even use the beard oil before as well as after taking a shower or washing your face.

So in a nutshell, beard oil will keep your beard nourished, hydrated, looking good and not to forget smelling fantastic. We all have to look after the hair on our head isn’t it time we did the same for our facial hair?

You can find our signature beard oils here.

We are now online!

We’re delighted to announce the opening of our online store! Last week we kicked off at the prestigious Old Spitalfields Market in London and today we enter the online world. 

Our signature Eastern Spice, Citrus Blend and Zero Edition Beard Oils are now available to order online. Watch out for more products that will be added in the near future. We'll also have special offers & discounts to celebrate the launch. More will be announced on our social media platforms.