Not all of us are pro barbers.

We know how to clean-shave, but we’re not really precise with a sharp object like a professional shaver.

Even though we have some really high-quality blades for shaving nowadays, we still have trouble hitting the exact shape that we want.

Some of us are not going to be able to do it even after years of practice.

Many even regularly cut themselves and ruin the look altogether.

Things don’t have to be that way.

A beard shaping tool is the best piece of equipment that one can get when shaving.

You are not going to regret the investment of getting one as it will become your best friend in a very short time.

To help you understand how things work here, we have an article that gives all the answers regarding these nifty little tools.

In fact, we’ll give you a list of some of the best out there.

The only thing you need to do is pick your fighter, ahem, fav facial hair shaper.

 

The Benefits of Using a Beard Shaping Tool

Maintain the glorious manliness of your beard in perfect fashion with the right beard shaper.

These handy little utensils help you to trim a beard and achieve perfect lines with ease and keep your face looking well-groomed and symmetrical without going through the painstaking effort of trying to achieve such a result freehand.

Beard shapers are simple to use and have jaw-dropping results compared to simply attempting to achieve the ultimate manly look without the proper tools.

You can shape your beard with ease in a matter of few minutes, achieving perfect cheek lines and symmetry on both sides of your face.

Get a clean and perfect neck and beard line, and accomplish a variety of more daring beard styles you’ve never been brave enough to try in the past – until now.

Beard trimmer like Philips Norelco Multi Groomer or a straight razor, paired with a handy beard shaping tool, is all you need for the ultimate beard grooming experience.

Types and Shapes of Beard Shaping Tools

Of the beard shapers you might find available on the market, there are a few different factors that come into play. The first is the material it is constructed from.

Your beard shaper is likely constructed from either wood, plastic, or metal.

Each of these different types of material will impact the performance, so make sure you find the type that is best for you – but more on that later.

The other factor that will affect how useful your beard shaping tool is would be the shape of the tool itself.

After all, the lines on your beard shaper are the lines you will be able to accomplish in your grooming routine, so you want a diverse selection to choose from, so the shape and lines that your tool offers are of immense significance.

Choosing the Best Beard Shaping Tool

When selecting the ideal beard shaper to complete your ultimate beard grooming kit, the two above considerations should be considered.

If you don’t have an idea on where to start when looking for a beard grooming kit, Mountaineer Brand Kit has everything you need for your daily beard care routine.

These are the two questions you should be asking yourself before you click the “checkout” button:

• Is this made from the right material for my needs?
• Can it accomplish all the beard lines and shapes I’m looking for?

Let’s delve deeper into the three types of materials you can most often expect from the beard shaping tools on the market:

Wood

Wood is probably the most likely material to become scuffed and scratched while being used. They may look classic and stylish, but they are one of the less durable options, and they won’t look quite so hot when your razor has done a number on them.

Further, it’s always more helpful to have a facial hair shaping tool constructed from a transparent material, allowing you to see your beard while you place the tool and trim away.

Metal

Metal is an extremely durable material and an understandable choice for your beard grooming routine – although, to many, it’s not as pleasant in an application.

Holding the cold metal to your face first thing in the morning might be a good way to wake up your senses, but that’s not what most people are looking for in their beard shapers – not to mention, you also run into that visibility problem again, as metal is not transparent.

Plastic

Plastic is a lightweight, durable material that will not scratch or chip easily. Furthermore, many plastic models are transparent, allowing you to see your beard while you place it before you start grooming.

This way, you can get the perfect positioning before you start trimming away at your facial hair. This makes it the ideal material from which to construct facial hair shaping tools.

The next thing you’re going to want to weigh into the equation is the shapes and lines your tool offers.

The ideal option is for you to have plenty of curved and straight line options, and ideally, you will have several different curved edges available to appeal to any type of style you may want to attempt.

With a variety of edges to use, you will likely be able to take on the challenge of any beard style with ease.

You’ll also want to weigh whether any of the edges of the tool you are considering has a comb, as this is helpful in trimming and styling your beard.

You can, however, choose a shaper without a comb, in which case you can purchase a comb separately. Our recommendation is Kent Handmade Beard Comb.

Once you have found a beard shaper that you think will suit you well, while keeping the above criteria in mind, then you’ve taken the first step to try out the miraculous beard grooming solution that will help you achieve even the most adventurous of beard styles with little trouble.

How to Shape a Beard with a Beard Shaper

Your new beard shaper will be just as easy to use as it looks. All you need to do when shaping a beard is line it up with your facial hair in accordance with the style you’re trying to achieve and shave over the edge.

The tapered edge makes it easy to use to shave all the hair right up to the edge of the tool and the result is a crisp, clean beard cheek line or beard neckline. It’s recommended to brush your beard before the use.

Our choice for a brush: Beardoholic Boar Bristles Beard Brush

Beard sculpting has never been easier than it is with a beard shaper. It gives you styles and lines you can cut to perfectly, achieving perfect symmetry every time.

Now, let’s explore some of the styles you can delve into easily with this nifty tool:

How to Make a Curve Cut

If you want to accomplish the perfect curve cut along the line of your cheek, then you can accomplish this simply by lining up the curved edge of the tool right where you want it and shaving along the tapered edge.

You’ll quickly get the feel for it and see that the tool leaves the facial hair safely protected from the razor’s sharp edge, resulting in a clean curve cut.

Remember, if you have a transparent beard shaping tool, it is see-through for a reason!

Use this feature to make sure you have it positioned exactly how you want it because as many of us are all too familiar, you can’t take back an ill-aimed stroke of your razor.

How to Make a Step Cut

A step cut is a type of graduated haircut in which the hair takes a form of cascading steps. To create a step cut, you can choose how you want the layers to look and where you want them to fall.

Start with the longest later you want, and trim your entire beard to that length to achieve symmetrical edges.

Next, go on to your subsequent layers and hold the amount of hair you would like to trim to the next shortest length and repeat the process of trimming it to the appropriate length, making sure both sides are even.

Repeat this process until you have the number of layers you’d like for your own unique step cut beard!

How to Trim a Neckline

Shaping your beard neckline is one of the most important parts of grooming your beard, as a messy neckline can really detract from your overall beard style – depending on what you are going for, that is. In some cases, a messy neckline is a way to go.

To get a perfectly trimmed neckline, simply press the tool to your neck, using the line shape that you think best for your neckline.

Place the tool against your facial hair where you would like your neckline to begin, protecting the hair that you would like to keep.

Next, use your razor to shave upwards, towards the tapered edge of the tool.

Shave all the hair on your neck below the beard trimming tool, which you have marked as your neckline. The result will be a cleanly shaven neck that serves to complement your beard nicely.

How to Trim Sideburns

Much like the other types of styles accomplished using a beard shaping tool, you can trim your sideburns with this handy gadget by placing it over the hair you would like to remain on your face.

Then, you can either use a razor or stubble trimmers to shave or trim along the tapered edge.

We recommend that you use Remington All-in-One Stubble Trimmer, as it really has all the settings you are going to need to trim your facial hair to perfection.

Many beard shapers also feature a comb, which you can run through your sideburns and then use trimmers to shorten the hair and tidy it up.

While at it, it’s important to mention that you will also need a beard comb once you shape your facial mane. A Wooden Beard Comb is by far the best option in this case as it has to offer many benefits to your beard.