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It’s time to take our men’s daily self-care routines up a notch with some grooming tools destined to give you a softer, better-smelling beard. Yes, that’s right. I’m talking about the best beard oils for 2021. Beard oils are one of those qualities of life improvements you never knew you needed until now and trust me, fellow bearded gents, a good beard oil makes all the difference between your beard looking like a greasy, oily mess and a flourishing bloom of facial hair.
Growing facial hair is easy, but properly grooming it is an entirely different story. You’re going to need a reliable beard trimmer, and most importantly, some beard oil to keep it looking fresh. Think of beard oil as a conditioner that also moisturizes the skin underneath. You wouldn’t buy a plant without giving it water, so why have we been growing beards without using beard oil?
And with men’s self-care and grooming taking higher precedence in our lives, that means more beard oils are on the market than ever before, so it would make sense if it can all be a little confusing to sort through. Don’t worry, Dudefluencer has got you covered as I consider myself to be a bit of a beard-care enthusiast, and I’ve put together this list of the best beard oils for 2021.
Quick Picks
Just looking for our favorite beard oils for 2021? Here are our top three to keep your beard soft and healthy all year round.
Ricki Hall’s Booze & Baccy Beard Oil is the rugged, rustic beard oil you've been looking for.
Honest Amish guarantees that no other beard company uses the same high-quality ingrediants which means every time you slob on some of their beard oil, your facial hair (and skin underneath) is getting a one-of-a-kind barber shop treatment.
What's really special about the Havana Beard Oil is that every bottle is hand-made which means it's crafted to perfection with your skin in mind.
- Introducing the Dudefluencer Store
- The Best Beard Oils for 2021
- 1. Ricki Hall’s Booze & Baccy Beard Oil
- 2. Dapper Guru Havana Beard Oil
- 3. Murdock London Beard Oil
- 3. Billy Jealousy Devil’s Delight Beard Oil
- 4. The King’s Elixir Beard Oil
- 5. Ranger Beard Oil
- 6. Badass Beard Care Beard Oil For Men
- 7. Beardbrand “Four Vices” Beard Oil
- 8. Beard & Blade Beard Oil Cedar Valley
- 9. V76 by Vaughn Beard Oil
- 10. Brothers Artisan Oil Grooming Oil
- 11. The Beard Baron Beard Oil
- 12. The Ritual of Samurai Beard Oil
- 13. Mountaineer Brand Beard Oil
- 14. Seven Potions Premium Beard Oil for Men
- 15. The Groomed Man Co. Mangrove Citrus Beard Oil
- 16. Wild Willie’s Hemp Beard Elixir
- 18. Honest Amish Premium Beard Oil
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Introducing the Dudefluencer Store
Something I realized early on in my grooming journey was just how essential it was to find the right products, at the right prices, with the right ingredients. Sure, your grocery store might have an entire aisle dedicated to grooming products, but can you guarantee which ones work, what they smell like, or even what they’re made from?
Let’s get to the point, you deserve the best. That’s why I opened the official Dudefluencer Store. Here you’ll be able to find eco-friendly men’s grooming products like bar soaps to beard oils.
Right now, our shop is featuring Dapper Guru’s Havana Beard Oil as a part of our summer collection due to the fact that every bottle is handmade, the beard oil is made from natural ingredients, and most importantly makes your beard feel amazing.
So before you go, definitely check out what we’ve got on our official store page.
What is beard oil, and why should I use it?
Jason Scheidman, Dove Men+Care Hair Expert, spoke with Huffington Post about the importance of men using beard oil, “Most men don’t believe they need to use any products at all. Men should take care of their facial hair as much as they take care of the hair on their heads.” Beard oil is simply a conditioner for your beard and skin. Made from a wide variety of ingredients and sometimes natural fruit extracts, the best beard oils condition your face quickly.
So if you aren’t already aboard the beard oil train, why not? The best beard oils do three things very well: nourishes and hydrates your facial hair to make it softer, prevents beardruff and excess skin flaking, and because beards have tighter curls than normal hair, beard oil tames your facial hair, so it’s not as wild.
The best time to apply beard oil is before bed and first thing in the morning. It’s an easy self-care task that can be added to any daily routine. Your evening beard oil routine allows the conditioner to sink into your skin overnight and do the challenging work needed to nourish and moisturize. Applying oil in the morning allows your facial hair to look soft and clean all day.
| BEARD LENGTH | # DROPS TO USE |
| Stubble | 1 Drop |
| Budding Growth | 1-2 Drops |
| Mid-Range | 3-5 Drops |
| Full-Length | 5+ Drops |
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The Best Beard Oils for 2021
With hundreds of different products on the market, it’s challenging to sift through the garbage to find the best beard oils around. Our list found 18 beard oils that fit our criteria: they must smell great, soften our beard and skin, and not break the bank. That being said, here are the best beard oils for 2021.
1. Ricki Hall’s Booze & Baccy Beard Oil
A collaboration between Captain Fawcett and Ricki Hall was bound to create something incredible. After one test run of the Booze and Baccy Beard Oil, I must agree to make it on our list of the best beard oils. Just look at this description from the Captain Fawcett website: “honeyed fresh tobacco leaves, dusty aromatic frankincense, maple-like benzoin, woody oakmoss and warm exotic vanilla bean, layered with mid notes of fresh hops and sweet bog myrtle finished with the top notes of spice from the bay rum tree and zesty orange.” Booze and Baccy make me feel a little rugged but classy at the same time. A rare feat in beard oil.
Smell: A little zesty and woodsy
Ingredients: Sweet Almond, Jojoba&Vitamin E. Essential Oils: Vanilla, Frankincense, Bay, Bog Myrtle, Hops, Patchouli, Oak Moss, Benzonin, Tobacco, and Orange. Benzyl Alcohol, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Cinnamate, Benzyl Salicylate, Cinnamic Alcohol, Citral, Citronellol, Coumarin, D-Limonene, Eugenol, Farnesol, Geranoil, Isoeugenol, Linalool
Ricki Hall’s Booze & Baccy Beard Oil is the rugged, rustic beard oil you've been looking for.
2. Dapper Guru Havana Beard Oil
A new favorite of mine is the handmade, eco-friendly Dapper Guru Havana Beard Oil. Made from a variety of natural ingredients, this beard oil does a tremendous job of softening your beard while treating the skin underneath with care. And what’s really special about the Havana Beard Oil is that every bottle is hand-made which means it’s crafted to perfection with your skin in mind. If you’re looking for an indie eco-friendly beard oil, you can’t go wrong with Dapper Guru’s Havana Beard Oil.
Scent: Campfire on the beach
Ingredients: Fractionated Coconut Oil, Sweet Almond Oil, Argan Oil, Jojoba Oil, Aloe Extract, Vitamin E, Fragrance
What's really special about the Havana Beard Oil is that every bottle is hand-made which means it's crafted to perfection with your skin in mind.
3. Murdock London Beard Oil
Our list of the best beard oils wouldn’t be complete without including Murdock London’s Beard Oil. Developed by barbers, Murdock London’s Beard Oil truly shines in how it…well, makes your beard shine. Their nourishing formula digs down deep, making direct contact with your cuticles to make sure your facial hair is perfectly conditioned and stimulated to grow healthy. As Murdock London says on their website, no more dry and wispy beards when you start using their beard oil.
Smell: Fruity and Smoky
Ingredients: Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Parfum (Fragrance), Tocopherol, Calendula Officinalis Flower Oil, Amyris balsamifera Bark Oil, Cinnamomum Zeylanicum (Cinnamon) Leaf Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Copaifera Officinalis (Balsam Copaiba) Oil, Dipterocarpus Turbinatus (Gurjun balsam) oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Juniperus Mexicana (Cedarwood) Oil, Pogostemon Cablin (Patchouli) Leaf Oil, Benzyl Benzoate, Linalool, Eugenol, Limonene, Benzyl Cinnamate, Cinnamal
Want a nourishing beard oil that penetrates straight into the cuticles for a softer, healthier beard? Then you're going to want to pick up a bottle of Murdock London, one of the classiest scents on our list.
3. Billy Jealousy Devil’s Delight Beard Oil
I’ve mentioned Billy Jealousy Devil’s Delight Beard Oil before, so you should already know that this product is incredible. Devil’s Delight makes me feel like an absolute rockstar from the second I pick up the bottle with it’s horned, bearded man on it, to that faint whiff of black pepper in its smell. Billy Jealousy recommends this particular beard oil for date nights because it’s perfect for those sexier moments. Devil’s Delight makes our best beard oils for the 2021 list because of its rebellious, smokey qualities.
Smell: Smoky with Cedarwood
Ingredients: Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Styrene/Butadiene Copolymer, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Kernel Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Tocopherol, Fragrance (Parfum)
Want to feel like a rockstar? Then go with Billy Jealousy's Devil's Delight Beard Oil, the beard oil that's perfect for those sexier moments with it's faint touch of black pepper scent thrown in.
4. The King’s Elixir Beard Oil
King Shaving Company’s “Kings Elixer” beard oil is an undeniable treasure and an absolute treat for Black men. Inside the succinct packaging is an aromatic burst that glides into your nose, smelling like a fresh barbershop haircut, and a warm, citrus, and honey-scented cologne. It is both a sweet and intriguing smell that will make you sniff it over and over.
The oil’s consistency finds a niche space between thin hair oils meant to help moisturize the scalp and thicker oils meant to lock in moisture for styling, giving your beard the look and feel of a picked afro after going through it with a beard comb. King Shaving Company’s beard oil does feel like “A Gift From [Black] Ancestor’s,” but more than that, it feels like a gift for current and future Black men.
Ingredients: Pure Moroccan Argan Oil, Organic Sunflower Oil, Organic Sweet Almond Oil, Organic Jojoba Oil, Proprietary Blend Of Essential Oils, All Natural Ingredients, Organic Ingredients, Vegan Friendly, Gluten Free, Paraben Free, Sulfate Free, Cruelty-Free
The oil’s consistency finds a niche space between thin hair oils meant to help moisturize the scalp and thicker oils meant to lock in moisture for styling, giving your beard the look and feel of a picked afro after going through it with a beard comb.
5. Ranger Beard Oil
Having a soft beard is one of the best feelings globally, which is why Ranger Beard Oil makes our list of the best beard oils for 2021. Available in various scents from Escape Cedarwood, Spiced Sandalwood, and even Fragrance-Free, Ranger Beard Oil reduces that annoying itchiness that comes with long beards. Plus, this beard oil is vegan friendly and never tested on animals. You can guarantee that your beard will look healthier and softer after using Ranger Beard Oil.
Smell: Unscented, Woodly, or Spicy Aromatic Woods
Ingredients: A perfect, outdoors blend of 100% pure, organic cold-pressed, unrefined Golden Jojoba Oil, 100% Pure, organic cold-pressed, unrefined Moroccan Argan Oil, organic cold-pressed and unrefined pure Rosehip Oil, and pure Sandalwood essential oil with other pure essential oils
Our favorite fragrance-free option, Ranger Beard Oil is made from purely organic ingredients that specializes in reducing the itchiness that comes with long beards.
6. Badass Beard Care Beard Oil For Men
There might be no better slogan on this list than “Tame Your Man Mane,” thanks to Badass Beard Care’s Beard Oil for Men. There is so much to love about this company, from the story of its veteran founder, Charlie Moyer, to the massive number of options available when it comes to scents. Seriously, there are 13 different smell scents available, from The Outlaw’s “Sweet tobacco, black pepper, vanilla” scent to the original, described as smelling like fresh baked cookies. Badass Beard Care’s Beard Oil for Men makes the list of the best beard oils for 2021 because the quality and softness are on-point while also having one of the largest varieties of scents available on the market.
Smell: Varies based on which oil you choose
Ingredients: Apricot oil, argan oil, jojoba oil, pure vitamin E oil, rosemary oil, eucalyptus oil, and tea tree oil.
If you're a man who wants a beard oil with a distinct smell, then take a look at Badass Beard Oil. Featuring over 10 different scents, Badass Beard Oil is sure to have one that you'll fall in love with.
7. Beardbrand “Four Vices” Beard Oil
Beardbrand’s Four Vices Beard Oil is a favorite smell of mine when it comes to our list of the best beard oils for 2021. Mixing some of your favorite vices (coffee, cannabis, tobacco, and hops), Beardbrand’s Beard Oil just makes me feel alive after throwing some on my beard. Seriously, you’ve got to try it. Plus, this oil absorbs faster and is less greasy than many other beard oils available on store shelves. And if the “Four Vices” scent isn’t your thing, they also sell Spiced Citrus, Tea Tree, and various other smells on the Beardbrand website.
Smell: Earthy notes of coffee and tobacco pair perfectly with the bitter, floral notes of cannabis and hops
Ingredients: Crambe abyssinica (abyssinian) seed oil, simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) seed oil, orbignya oleifera (babassu) seed oil, ricinus communis (castor) seed oil, fragrance, citrus grandis (grapefruit) seed extract, glycerin.
Looking for a beard oil with a little bit of edge? Then look no further than Beardbrand's Four Vices Beard Oil that mixes hints of tobacco, coffee, cannabis, and hops for a lively, smooth oil experience.
8. Beard & Blade Beard Oil Cedar Valley
Made from all-natural vegan ingredients, Beard and Blade Beard Oil Cedar Valley is one of our favorites on our list of the best beard oils of 2021. The company is based out of Melbourne, Australia, and each bottle of Cedar Valley is hand-poured and hand-made. That means the quality of this beard oil is always going to be one of the best. You can expect a pleasant woodlands smell and nicely moisturized skin every time you use Cedar Valley.
Smell: Himalayan cedar and nutmeg
Ingredients: Sweet Almond Oil, Rice Bran Oil, Argan Kernel Oil, Jojoba Seed Oil, Himalayan Cedarwood Oil, Nutmeg Oil
All the way from Melbourne, Australia comes Beard and Blade's Cedar Valley Beard Oil. Hand poured, hand-made, this beard oil is high quality all the way.
9. V76 by Vaughn Beard Oil
Named by GQ Magazine as the Best Beard Oil to Prevent Dryness, V76 by Vaughn Beard Oil comes with a steady reputation as one of the best beard oils already. V76 soothes skin and moisturizes after soaking in, perfect for those dudes who have coarse beards and mustaches. V76 is cruelty-free, gluten-free, and wholly vegetarian, which makes their outstanding product even better.
Smell: Woody scent with leathery accents
Ingredients: Saw Palmetto, Safflower Oil, Coconut Milk, Nutmeg, Violet, Peach, Blue Cedar Tree, Moss, Leather Accord
If you're likely to have dry skin underneath your beard, then pick up a bottle of V76 by Vaughn, named one of the best beard oils for dry skin. Plus it has the unique scent of wood with leathery accents.
10. Brothers Artisan Oil Grooming Oil
It’s hard not to love the look of Brothers Artisan Oil Grooming Oil, but that’s not the only reason why they’re on our list of the best beard oils for 2021. Brothers Artisan Grooming Oil softens both your beard hair and skin and features scents that are just downright incredible smelling. Not too firm, not too light. Plus, their “clean products for clean water” initiative helps the environment. Brothers Artisan takes the quality of their grooming oil seriously, which means you should too. That’s why Brothers Artisan makes our list of the best beard oils for 2021.
Smell: Rosewood and Cedarwood (other options available)
Ingredients: Argania Spinosa (argan) kernel oil, simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) seed oil, vitas vinifera (grape) seed oil, Dalbergia sissoo (Indian rosewood) essential oil, Cedrus Atlantica (cedarwood) essential oil
One of the more environmentally friendly beard oils on our list, Brothers Artisan will soften, and strengthen your beard to make it look healthier than ever before.
11. The Beard Baron Beard Oil
The Beard Baron Beard Oil is one of the best smelling beard oils I’ve ever tried. While the Fireside smell is good, the Waikiki Premium Oil is such a unique scent that I have to recommend every dude give it a shot. I think that its tropical scent won’t be for everyone, but I definitely recommend giving it a shot.
The fewer ingredients in beard oil, the better. One of the reasons why The Beard Baron Beard Oil is so great is how simple the formula is: Jojoba oil, Argan oil, Grapeseed oil, Sweet Almond oil, Castor oil. Just five ingredients, that’s all—the best part, all-natural.
Smell: Like a tropical punch drink
Ingredients: Jojoba oil, Argan oil, Grapeseed oil, Sweet Almond oil, Castor oil
The fewer ingredients in beard oil, the better. One of the reasons why The Beard Baron Beard Oil is so great is how simple the formula is: Jojoba oil, Argan oil, Grapeseed oil, Sweet Almond oil, Castor oil. Just five ingredients, that's all—the best part, all-natural.
12. The Ritual of Samurai Beard Oil
Designed with every type of skin type in mind, The Ritual of Samurai Beard Oil is a great grooming option that is one of our list’s best natural skincare items. Using Sencha, the world’s most potent green tea, Samurai Beard Oil soothes, moisturizes, and most importantly, re-energizes your skin. Add in a hint of Japanese Mint for fragrance, and you’ll feel refreshed after using this beard oil. If you’re looking for one of the best beard oils that refresh and energizes your skin, then The Ritual of Samurai Beard Oil is the one you’re looking for.
Smell: Sencha and Japanese Mint
Ingredients: Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Parfum (Fragrance), Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Mentha Arvensis Herb Oil, Tocopherol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Benzyl Alcohol, Citral, Citronellol, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool.
Using Sencha, the world's most potent green tea, The Rituals of Samurai beard oil rejuvenates your facial hair and skin underneath so you don't have to worry about any beardruff.
13. Mountaineer Brand Beard Oil
One of the most affordable options on our list of the best beard oils, Mountaineer Brand Beard Oil, is an excellent starter for those just getting into the beard oil game. Using specific oils that are lighter, they can imitate your natural skin oils, limiting the chances of any irritations the beard oil may cause. Plus, anyone who uses Mountaineer Brand Beard Oil will actually feel like they’ve spent the entire afternoon out in nature (all from the comfort of your own home). I cannot recommend Mountaineer Brand Beard Oil enough as a starter kit for those beginning beard growers.
Smell: Cedar, fir needle, and just a hint of eucalyptus
Ingredients: Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Prunus Dulcis (Almond) Oil, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Cedrus Deodora (Cedarwood) Oil, Pinus Balsamea (Fir) Needle Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus (Eucalyptus) Leaf Oil
Using lighter oils to better penetrate the skin, this budget option beard oil might be the perfect starter option for this just getting into the beard-care game.
14. Seven Potions Premium Beard Oil for Men
Want your beard smell to make you feel like a gentleman from the 1950s? Then Seven Potions Premium Beard Oil is the grooming solution for you. Outside of the musky scent, Seven Potions also delivers on their promise to get rid of greasy hair, annoying beardruff, and itchy facial hair. The beard oil also absorbs super quickly, so you aren’t walking around with it on your face. No beard oil on our list of the best beard oils for 2021 makes me feel more classy than Seven Potions Premium Beard Oil.
Smell: Sweet and Woody (also available fragrance-free)
Ingredients: Apricot kernel oil, Sweet almond oil (prunus dulcis Amara), Jojoba oil (simmondsia chinensis cera), Crambe (Abyssinia) seed oil, Kukui nut oil, Vitamin E, Fragrance (except Pure Equilibrium)
Everything about Seven Potions Beard Oil makes you feel like you've been transported back to the 1950's. From the packages classic design to the musky scent after use, this is the gentleman's beard oil.
15. The Groomed Man Co. Mangrove Citrus Beard Oil
I love the smell of citrus, which is why The Groomed Man Co. Mangrove Scented Beard Oil makes the list of the best beard oils for 2021. Armed with a mix of citric oils and patchouli, this beard oil will not only make your facial hair smell great, but your skin feels refreshed too. The Groomed Man Co. beard oils strengthen hair and follicles, preventing split ends from ruining your beard. And citrus isn’t your thing, they also offer wood scented and spruce tree scented beard oils.
Smell: Citrusy
Ingredients: Argania Spinosa (Argan) oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Oil, Prunus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Cupressus Sempervirens (Cypress) Oil, Cymbopogon flexuosus (Lemongrass) Oil, Pogostemon Cablin (Patchouli) oil, Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary) extract
If you're looking for a citrusy beard oil, check out Groomed Man Co.'s Beard Oil. This beard oil is one of the most refreshing beard oils on this list making sure your skin feels moisturized and re-energized.
16. Wild Willie’s Hemp Beard Elixir
The only Hemp-based beard oil on our list, Wild Willies Hemp Beard Elixir, is one of a kind. Avoid all of the chemicals and artificial fragrances once you drop a couple of dollops of Wild Willies on your face. Using the highly concentrated oil from hemp seeds, this beard oil makes for softer, gentler beards. But what’s also great about the Hemp Beard Elixir is that it smells “freshly squeezed.” Basically, you smell like an orange, which is a ton more appropriate smell than some skunkiness.
Smell: Citrusy
Ingredients: Hemp Seed Oil, Golden Jojoba Oil, Argan Spinosa Oil, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Natural Essential Oils for Fragrance
The only hemp based beard oil on our list, Wild Willies Hemp Elixir is made from some of the most organic ingredients in the world. The hemp seed oil allows for a softer, gentler beard oil experience.
18. Honest Amish Premium Beard Oil
With a tagline like “better than an oil,” Honest Amish Premium Beard Oil delivers on that promise, which is why they are one of the best beard oils ever. After being sold at flea markets and farmer’s markets, Honest Amish set out to create a beard oil experience unique to their users. They guarantee that no other beard oil company features the same ingredients they do, which is a testament to the quality and care Honest Amish put into every bottle of their premium beard oil. Top tier quality at an affordable price, Honest Amish’s Premium Beard Oil is a must-try.
Smell: Woodsy and Peppery
Ingredients: Black cumin oil, virgin avocado oil, golden jojoba oil, virgin baobab oil, rose hip oil, moringa oil, virgin argan oil, apricot kernel oil, virgin seabuckthorn oil, virgin pumpkin seed oil
Honest Amish guarantees that no other beard company uses the same high-quality ingrediants which means every time you slob on some of their beard oil, your facial hair (and skin underneath) is getting a one-of-a-kind barber shop treatment.
Conclusion
Which beard oil you use should depend on the length of your beard, the softness of your skin, and the preference of smell. Any one of these beard oils from our list will make your beard look glorious, soft, and fresh.
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Groomed man co. is the best oil I’ve used, balms are even better