Beard styling trends: Beard braids

The right length for a beard braid

What length you need to braid a beard depends on which part of the beard you want to braid. For smaller braids we recommend at least 7cm of length, with 10cm for a medium length and 15cm for a larger beard braid. The best starting beards to add a braid to are longer beards like the Viking style beard. If you have a full face of facial hair, you will have a ton of choice for the kind of braid that you want, so look around for the styles that interest you.

Beard braid styles

There are many styles to choose from for a plaited beard. You could choose a central plait as thick or thin as you prefer, and you can have it tight against the chin or loose in the ‘French’ style. Wondering how to Viking braid your beard? You could have a pair of Viking beard braids separate from the rest of your beard. Sometimes, beards are divided into two outer braids alongside a long beard, or two long braids while the rest of the beard is kept short and trimmed. You could even add beads or pearls to your beard plaits for more of a pirate style.

Braided beard grooming: preparation and trimming

Whether you decide on a Viking beard, a plaited beard or even a pigtail beard, no matter what, your eye-catching facial hair should be in top condition. Always keep it at the desired length with a beard trimmer. Wild, unkempt hairs will stand out when next to your neatly plaited beard.

A precise beard trimmer like the OneBlade Pro, is especially helpful if you want to deal with those straggling hairs while keeping the rest of your beard maintained. Wash, dry and comb your whiskers before braiding, because beard grooming is important for a healthy beard. Apply a little bit of beard oil so your whiskers are not too dry or break easily, and so that the beard braid holds better. Shave off the neck and cheeks and cut the contours of your beard. With the flexible double-sided blade on the OneBlade Pro, this is fast work.