Trimming a BEARD into a GOATEE | Easy Step-By-Step Guide, by VOLT Lifeproof Grooming on YouTube. 2 min 18 s.
- Video length
- 2 min 18 s
- Time to do it
- 15 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 8
What you need
Steps
Wash and dry your beard, then comb it straight down so the hairs sit in one direction. Dry hair is easier to judge for length.
Decide the shape first. A classic goatee keeps hair around the mouth and chin, so mark the outer edges you want to keep with a finger or comb.
Fit a longer guard, around 8 to 10 mm, and trim the whole beard to an even base length. Go slowly against the hair direction.
Remove the guard and use the bare blade to clear the cheeks, jawline and neck. Work in short strokes and keep the blade flat to the skin.
Shape the sides of the goatee in a straight line from the corner of the mouth down to the chin. Check both sides in the mirror as you go.
Trim the moustache above the top lip with a short guard or scissors. Keep it neat and clear of the lip line.
Step back and check the outline from the front and both sides. Even out any patches with light passes rather than pressing hard.
Rinse your face, pat dry and apply a light moisturiser or beard oil to settle the hair and calm the skin.
Tips and common mistakes
Start with a longer guard and take more off later, since hair does not grow back instantly.
Trim dry hair, because wet beard hair looks longer and can lead to cutting too short.
Keep the blade flat and move slowly around the lips and Adam's apple to avoid nicks.
Clean and oil the trimmer blades after each use so they cut evenly next time.
Questions
Can I fix a goatee if I trim too much off one side?
Yes. Take a little off the other side to match, then let it grow for a week or two before reshaping. Small uneven patches usually blend in fast.
Do I need to shave the cheeks completely?
For a clean goatee, yes. Shave or trim the cheeks, jaw and neck close to the skin so only the chin and moustache hair remains.
How often should I trim a goatee?
Every one to two weeks keeps the outline sharp. Touch up the edges more often if you want a crisp look.
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