How to get the perfect goatee line up #beard #grooming #selfcut, by Adeel Rehman on YouTube. 1 min 6 s.
- Video length
- 1 min 6 s
- Time to do it
- 15 minutes
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Steps
- 10
What you need
Steps
Wash and dry your face, then comb the beard straight down so the hair sits in its natural direction.
Decide the shape first. A goatee covers the chin and a strip around the mouth, with the cheeks and jaw kept clean.
Trim the goatee hair to an even length with the clippers, working against the hair growth for a consistent finish.
Use the clippers to cut the outline: a line from the corner of the mouth down to the chin on each side, and a curve under the chin.
Check both sides in the mirror at eye level and even out any uneven spots before going sharper.
Apply shaving cream or gel to the skin outside the goatee lines, on the cheeks and jaw.
Hold the straight razor at a shallow angle and shave the skin outside the lines in short, light strokes.
Rinse the razor after each stroke and pull the skin tight with your free hand so the blade glides.
Wipe off the cream, pat the skin dry and check the edges. Touch up small spots with the clippers.
Apply a light moisturiser or aftershave balm to calm the shaved skin.
Tips and common mistakes
Use a fresh blade and short strokes, since a straight razor cuts skin easily when it drags.
Shave after a warm shower so the hair and skin are softer and the razor runs smoother.
Set the lines slightly wider at first, because it is easier to remove more hair than to grow it back.
Keep the goatee symmetrical by checking in a mirror from straight on, not from above.
Questions
Do I need a straight razor, or will a normal razor work?
A normal cartridge razor works fine for the edges. A straight razor gives a closer, crisper line but needs more care and practice.
How often should I redo the lines?
Every few days to once a week is typical, depending on how fast your hair grows. A quick clipper touch-up keeps the shape sharp between full shaves.
What if I cut the line too high?
Leave that area alone for a week or two and let the hair grow back. Keep the other side matching so the goatee stays even.
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