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[Catfish]

Grey hair. When I take this back, I'll open the other kind and sniff to see if it's offensive.

The scent leaves petty quickly. It makes my beard glisten because it's mostly white/gray. I only use about once a week.

 

[Papa Zook]

posted at 1:27

Trying the VO5 hair treatment along with beard oil. Will report back after a couple of days. I know y'all can't wait. :laugh:

That was a short couple of days..:biglol:

posted at 2:37

VO5 epic fail!! Stinks to high heaven even though I just used a tiny bit. Going to order some kind of odorless beard balm.

Ok so now the Big question...how did it taste? :wink:

 

[consitter]

That was a short couple of days..




Ok so now the big question...how did it taste?

Was lucky enough to not get it in my mouth. If the smell is any indication, it would've tasted TERRIBLE. Would've rather tasted the anchovy oil if that tells you anything.

 

[Catfish]

Was lucky enough to not get it in my mouth. If the smell is any indication, it would've tasted TERRIBLE. Would've rather tasted the anchovy oil if that tells you anything.

My wife is laughing at your posts. :laugh:

She also said it doesn't have an offensive odor and something must be wrong with your sense of smell.

 

[hogcowboy]

My wife is laughing at your posts. :laugh:

She also said it doesn't have an offensive odor and something must be wrong with your sense of smell.

Well I disagree with your wife. Sorry. The grey stuff stinks something terrible.

But now since ya went and tried the grey first I'm predicting the regular stuff won't smell so good either. It will remind you of the grey junk. I might be wrong but I'd be surprised if it didn't. Let us know.

 

[Catfish]

Well I disagree with your wife. Sorry. The grey stuff stinks something terrible.

But now since ya went and tried the grey first I'm predicting the regular stuff won't smell so good either. It will remind you of the grey junk. I might be wrong but I'd be surprised if it didn't. Let us know.

No need to be sorry. Differences keep life interesting. I'm pretty sure you are right about the regular stuff scent that disappears within minutes. If you eat it, I imagine taste lasts much longer. :laugh:

 

[consitter]

My wife is laughing at your posts. :laugh:

She also said it doesn't have an offensive odor and something must be wrong with your sense of smell.

I'm glad somebody is getting something out of my experiments. It's costing enough money! :laugh:

 

[consitter]

Well I disagree with your wife. Sorry. The grey stuff stinks something terrible.

But now since ya went and tried the grey first I'm predicting the regular stuff won't smell so good either. It will remind you of the grey junk. I might be wrong but I'd be surprised if it didn't. Let us know.

I think I've decided to spend a little money and get an unscented beard balm. My wife will go off the deep end if she sees how much it costs. :AGGHH:

 

[hogcowboy]

It's cheaper to make your own but up front cost will scare you. You can also add your own scent by melting a tin of unscented and put a few drops of what you like. The thing is, the unscented has a scent to a certain degree anyway.

 

[1dn5up]

Beard oil is Vegetable Glycerine. GNC has 4oz for $4.00. Uncented, unless you desire a smell. Good part of it it's water soliable and although it feels oily, it's not. Most all hair conditioners use it. So unless you want to spend the bucks for the word beard product, go the cheep way. :Shrug:

 

[consitter]

Beard oil is Vegetable Glycerine. GNC has 4oz for $4.00. Uncented, unless you desire a smell. Good part of it it's water soliable and although it feels oily, it's not. Most all hair conditioners use it. So unless you want to spend the bucks for the word beard product, go the cheep way. :Shrug:

I'll have to see if there's a GNC close by. There used to be, but it closed.

 

[Catfish]

I can get 16 fluid ounces at Amazon Prime for $6.19 free shipping.

 

[consitter]

Okay boys and girls...I'm trying another product (I know you're shocked). It's a beard balm, and I'm gonna try it. I ordered the unscented version. One good thing about it is they offer a full money back guarantee if I'm not satisfied.

It should be on my front door step tomorrow.

 

[hogcowboy]

You can send me the unused portion. I'm sure you won't like it.

Balms are just a mixture of shea butter and bees wax and other goodies like coconut oil by some. Depends on the maker. You can add your own scent if there is something you really like. It's actually fun making different kinds. I've had a beard for so long I think I've tried everything. But I can says this for sure. It's a rip-off just how much they charge for the stuff. I still mostly use VO5. But you can sure have fun making your own.

 

[Catfish]

Well I disagree with your wife. Sorry. The grey stuff stinks something terrible.

But now since ya went and tried the grey first I'm predicting the regular stuff won't smell so good either. It will remind you of the grey junk. I might be wrong but I'd be surprised if it didn't. Let us know.

You can send me the unused portion. I'm sure you won't like it.

Balms are just a mixture of shea butter and bees wax and other goodies like coconut oil by some. Depends on the maker. You can add your own scent if there is something you really like. It's actually fun making different kinds. I've had a beard for so long I think I've tried everything. But I can says this for sure. It's a rip-off just how much they charge for the stuff. I still mostly use VO5. But you can sure have fun making your own.

I'd rib you a little, but you must use the regular and I have no clue what it smells like. Guess I'll have to check it out next time I need some of that stinky stuff. :laugh:

 

[consitter]

You can send me the unused portion. I'm sure you won't like it.

Balms are just a mixture of shea butter and bees wax and other goodies like coconut oil by some. Depends on the maker. You can add your own scent if there is something you really like. It's actually fun making different kinds. I've had a beard for so long I think I've tried everything. But I can says this for sure. It's a rip-off just how much they charge for the stuff. I still mostly use VO5. But you can sure have fun making your own.

Can't tell you today, because Amazon lied about when it would get to me. Won't get here until Monday or Tuesday now.

 

[hogcowboy]

Wal-Mart of all places has one if you want to get with it. I can't remember the name. If I remember correctly it's in a red/white/black tin.

 

[ol' school]

CVS Pharmacy's carry beard balm also and beard oils too.

 

[Papa Zook]

I have noticed that some products will definitely yellow your beard. One I used gave mine a brassy dull look. If your beard is mostly light grey or white you will find out. Mine has white, light grey and some brown mixed in. Im going to try letting mine grow out if I can leave it alone long enough.

 

[hogcowboy]

I have noticed that some products will definitely yellow your beard. One I used gave mine a brassy dull look. If your beard is mostly light grey or white you will find out. Mine has white, light grey and some brown mixed in. Im going to try letting mine grow out if I can leave it alone long enough.

I've never done it but I've heard you can put a 50/50 mixture of hydrogen peroxide in a spray bottle and spray your beard until real wet in the morning before your shower. Then go to the library for 15 minutes. When done take your shower and put non-yellowing balms or oil back on.

I have no idea how it works but read that you don't want to do it more than once a month. Seems like too much trouble to me but to get back to white it might be worth it. Mines just grey and will probably never be white. Too many black and dark browns in there anyway if it tried to turn.

 

[Catfish]

Many different things you can use to remove stains from your beard. Take your pick.

http://www.hairboutique.com/blogs_p...nicotine-stains-in-facial-hair-how-to-remove/

If the facial hair is gray use a blue based shampoo designed to brighten and whiten gray hair. You can buy these types of shampoos at beauty supply stores. If you are unsure about the blue based shampoo option ask your hairdresser for a product recommendation designed to brighten gray hair and bring out the whites.

Yellow Based Or Color Enhancing ShampooIf your hair is blonde or white instead of gray opt for a shampoo designed to enhance the blonde or the white shades.

Baking Soda PasteAnother option is to make a paste of baking soda and water and apply it to the stained areas of your facial hair. Leave the mixture on the stained facial hair areas for up to 30 minutes. Rinse and check the stains. Using a paste of baking soda may take more than one application to get your facial hair to a point it’s unstained.

Smoker’s Toothpaste Mixed With Baking Soda PasteA smoker’s toothpaste can also be applied to the facial hair and allowed to remain for up to 15 minutes. This option may also require repeated applications, but should work since it’s designed to remove nicotine stains to smoker’s teeth. To amp up the impact of the smoker’s toothpaste add a little baking soda and water to make a paste and apply.

Hydrogen PeroxideAlthough some home remedies include using peroxide this is usually not the best choice. If you decide to go with this option use hydrogen peroxide which has mild bleaching properties but not hair bleach.Never use traditional hair bleach used for the hair on your facial hair. Brush hydrogen peroxide onto facial hair with a clean new toothbrush and allow it to sit for several minutes before rinsing. Rinse well.

Facial Hair BleachFacial hair bleach is used by women to lighten facial hair. This bleach can be utilized to remove nicotine stains on facial hair.

Mustache Hair BleachThere are commercial hair bleaches designed specifically to remove stains from mustache and related facial hair. Mustache hair bleaches are similar to facial hair bleach used by women.

VinegarVinegar dabbed on cotton balls and applied to nicotine stains often remove them quickly. If not, try repeated applications.

Fresh LemonsCut half a lemon and rub through the stained facial hair. Allow the juice to soak into the stain for 15 to 30 minutes. Lemon is a natural astringent and will cleanse naturally without being overly drying.

PotatoesTry using a potato for nicotine stain removal. Cut a potato in half. Rub it into the stained facial hair. Allow the juice from the potato to set for up to 30 minutes before rinsing.

Aspirin MixDissolve an aspirin tablet into one cup of hot water. Do not use a coated headache pill but an old fashioned aspiring. Avoid making the water too hot so that it will burn your fingers or skin.Use clean cotton balls and soak into the aspirin mixture. Dab the aspirin coated water onto the facial hair stains. Allow to soak for up to 30 minutes. Rinse and repeat if necessary.

Prevention And Maintenance Is KeyOnce you have eliminated all the stains it’s important to maintain stain free facial hair.Coat your facial hair with a leave-in conditioning product every day after washing your face. A conditioning product will create a barrier to the nicotine preventing it from soaking into the hair. Applying a thin coat of Vitamin E will also help provide a natural nicotine barrier.To prevent nicotine stains on hair around the face always apply a good leave-in conditioner to block absorption of nicotine.

 

[consitter]

Okay bearded ones, I'm back to report. For the last couple of days I was way busy, and the grooming of my beard suffered (meaning no balm or oil).

It truly showed me how much of a difference there was sans product. I itched like crazy by the second day, and didn't realize why until I opened the medicine cabinet and saw the Honest Amish beard balm, and Rogue beard oil staring back at me when I got out of the
shower before going to work.

I put a little of each in the old beard tonight, and haven't felt the urge to scratch once since! So there you have it folks, beard balm/oil is worth something at least.

 

[tbear]

beards

Ok; I answered the questions here and showed my face, but now it is starting to sound like abunch of women at a beauty parlor. All the stuff you guys put on your beards will blow off as soon as you start riding again! lets get back to looking like a man that rides a motorcycle....thank you, and I feel better now............................

 

[1dn5up]

Ok; I answered the questions here and showed my face, but now it is starting to sound like abunch of women at a beauty parlor. All the stuff you guys put on your beards will blow off as soon as you start riding again! lets get back to looking like a man that rides a motorcycle....thank you, and I feel better now............................

And coffee with danish will be served after the meeting:buzz:

 

[hogcowboy]

Okay bearded ones, I'm back to report. For the last couple of days I was way busy, and the grooming of my beard suffered (meaning no balm or oil).

It truly showed me how much of a difference there was sans product. I itched like crazy by the second day, and didn't realize why until I opened the medicine cabinet and saw the Honest Amish beard balm, and Rogue beard oil staring back at me when I got out of the
shower before going to work.

I put a little of each in the old beard tonight, and haven't felt the urge to scratch once since! So there you have it folks, beard balm/oil is worth something at least.

So I guess this means I won't be receiving any left-over products. Darn. Was looking forward to sampling a store bought balm rather than my own homemade and VO5. Well just go ahead and enjoy my almost balm.

Ok; I answered the questions here and showed my face, but now it is starting to sound like abunch of women at a beauty parlor. All the stuff you guys put on your beards will blow off as soon as you start riding again! lets get back to looking like a man that rides a motorcycle....thank you, and I feel better now............................

Actually if you wear glasses you'll have to clean them just to see where you are going. That is if you have a adult beard. Mine whips up all over the glasses and leaves oil all over them unless I control it somehow. Neck gator works fine in winter. I got to see if I can find one of those things they force people in the food processing industry to cover beards for summer. Or get my wife to make one. She makes a similar one for her long hair. What's the difference I'm thinking. Instead of on the back I'll just use it backwards in the front. Anyone try a hair net? I can't be the only one with a long beard.:xzqxz:

 

[MarkFL]

Ok; I answered the questions here and showed my face, but now it is starting to sound like abunch of women at a beauty parlor. All the stuff you guys put on your beards will blow off as soon as you start riding again! lets get back to looking like a man that rides a motorcycle....thank you, and I feel better now............................

Oh snap...my day at the salon was Fab U Licious!!

 

[consitter]

Ok; I answered the questions here and showed my face, but now it is starting to sound like abunch of women at a beauty parlor. All the stuff you guys put on your beards will blow off as soon as you start riding again! lets get back to looking like a man that rides a motorcycle....thank you, and I feel better now............................

In your honor, from this point on, the only thing I'm going to use for personal grooming is lye soap...


Except in the case of my beard....:harhar:

 

[hogcowboy]

I've considered their balm. Let us know how the oil works. I've never smelled the stuff. Does it have an oder?