Disconnected Goatee Tutorial - Aesthetic Beard Styles for Men, by zane on YouTube. 3 min 28 s.
- Video length
- 3 min 28 s
- Time to do it
- 20 minutes
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Steps
- 8
What you need
Steps
Wash and dry your face, then comb the beard hair straight down so you can see the natural growth pattern and length.
Decide the shape first. Mark the chin patch width and the moustache line with a finger or comb before cutting anything.
Trim the chin patch and moustache to an even length with a guard, going against the grain for a closer cut.
Shave the gaps that disconnect the goatee: the cheeks, the jawline sides and the area between the moustache and chin patch.
Line up the edges of the chin patch with a detail trimmer or razor, keeping both sides symmetrical.
Shape the moustache along the top lip and trim stray hairs above the corners of the mouth.
Check the result in the mirror from the front and both sides, then fix any uneven patches.
Rinse with cool water, pat dry and apply a light aftershave balm to calm the shaved skin.
Tips and common mistakes
Cut less than you think you need at first, since hair grows back slowly and mistakes show fast.
Shave the disconnected gaps last so you can adjust the chin patch and moustache before committing.
Use a sharp blade and short strokes to avoid nicks on the curved jaw and lip area.
Keep the chin patch narrower than your mouth for a clean, balanced look.
Questions
What makes a goatee disconnected?
The chin hair and moustache are kept separate from the cheek and jaw hair by shaved gaps. The rest of the face stays clean or very short.
How often should I trim a disconnected goatee?
Every one to two weeks works for most people. Touch up the shaved gaps more often, since stubble there breaks the clean lines.
Can I do this with just a razor?
Yes, but a trimmer makes the length even and saves time. Use the razor for the edges and the gaps.
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