HOW TO SHAPE YOUR GOATEE | STEP BY STEP GUIDE | GROOMING TECHNIQUE, by Self Haircuts by Dane on YouTube. 3 min 28 s.
- Video length
- 3 min 28 s
- Time to do it
- 20 minutes
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Steps
- 7
What you need
Steps
Comb your beard straight and set up a 3-way mirror so you can see your cheeks, jawline and neck without turning your head.
Trim the cheeks and jawline first. Run the clippers upward along the cheek line to clear stray hairs and create a clean border above the goatee.
Work along the jawline with the clippers to remove hair outside the goatee area, keeping both sides level by checking in the mirror.
Shape the goatee itself. Decide how wide and long you want it, then trim the moustache and chin patch evenly on both sides.
Use the trimmers to sharpen the outline around the mouth and under the chin, going slowly so the two sides match.
Apply shaving cream to the skin around the goatee and run the straight edge razor along the edges for crisp lines.
Rinse the area with cool water, pat dry and apply aftershave or moisturiser to calm the skin and reduce razor bumps.
Tips and common mistakes
Trim the cheeks and jawline before the goatee so you can see the true shape you are working with.
Check both sides in the mirror after each pass, since one side of the face is often easier to reach.
Keep the razor blade at a shallow angle and use light strokes to avoid nicks and irritation.
Clean your clippers and trimmers after each use so they cut evenly next time.
Questions
How often should I shape my goatee?
Most people trim the edges every one to two weeks to keep the lines clean. Touch up the outline more often if it grows fast.
Can I shape a goatee without a straight edge razor?
Yes. A foil shaver or your trimmers with a bare blade can clean the edges. A razor gives the sharpest line but needs more care.
How do I stop razor bumps around my goatee?
Shave with the grain, use shaving cream and rinse with cool water. Apply a gentle moisturiser afterwards and avoid pressing hard.
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