Since the beginning of time, a thick beard has been the ultimate symbol of masculinity and sophistication. Looking at the most influential men from our past, Aristotle, Karl Marx, there is one thing common among them and it is; their thicker beards. Throughout history, beards were always associated with power, wisdom, leadership, masculinity, and virility.
Men of all ages and nationalities tend to have one thing in common and strive for the same thing – How to grow a beard that is thicker and fuller than ever before.
There are many beloved male celebrities out there that now sport marvelous facial manes that make us green with envy.
We all want to emulate their facial manes on our own faces. Well, we definitely have some good news for you if growing a fuller thicker beard is what you are looking to do.
We have some advice and steps for you to follow to obtain that thick luscious beard you so badly want, but let’s first begin to outline what qualities a great beard has:
Thickness: This is the most obvious and telling quality, since a beard is judged by how thick it is. You need not have a 6 inch beard to make it look good. Anything between 2 and 3 inches protruding from your face is just fine.
Some men just looks better with a wizard level beard than others. For others, a shorter beard will fit in perfectly with your facial features. No one on the internet will be able to tell you what will work best, but having a thick beard in general is good.
Fullness: A well kept full beard can look wonderful. Fullness is not the same as thickness because it is defined by how many hairs you have within your beard.
Unfortunately, fullness is something you cannot do much about. Your skin has a fixed amount of hair follicles per area, determined by your genetics.
There is something that you can do though, and that is to ensure that each follicle is able to sprout a hair. You can do this by looking after your body and skin, ensuring you stay fit and heathy.
Liveliness: A healthy beard glows with energy and looks full of like. With steady commitment and proper beard 
care, you can achieve this.
Daily attention to things like split ends and hair health will in turn ensure your beard looks as rich and handsome it can possibly be.
Genetics also has a role to play in all three these qualities. Some men have higher testosterone and have no problem growing a thick fuller beard, while other men are left with some to no hair growth at all.
If you are one of the very unfortunate ones that really cannot grow a beard, a beard transplant is also on the cards for you.
Granted if you are an ordinary man wanting an extraordinary beard on an ordinary budget, a beard transplant may be beyond your reach. This does not say that you cannot try anything in your power to achieve it.
Luckily there are some things you can do in order to move your beard into the realm of the extraordinary. You may not end up looking like Gandalf, the famous Lord of the Ring character, but the following tips will definitely assist you in achieving your quest. Now let’s move onto what you are here for:
Steps on How To Grow a Thicker Beard
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Remain patient and don’t succumb to the itch
The first few weeks growing your mane can definitely be the toughest, and the itch may become overpowering. To have a great beard that you can be proud of, you need to realize that it needs care and attention. Besides being very patient when growing a thicker beard, I can also recommend a Vitamin C serum to use on your face.
This helps curb the itch and helps for the overall health of your skin. Keeping your skin supple will also greatly aid this transition period. It may not seem manly, but keep moisturizing the area where you intend to grow a beard.
This will also help for the itch and ensure that the skin that will eventually be cover by beard gets all the attention it can get before being classified as out of reach.
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Invest in a good quality beard oil
In my opinion, a decent beard oil is a must have item. Beard oil can make a massive difference and you will want 
to slap yourself for not getting some sooner.
It prevents the beard itch, makes your beard smoother and softer, and moisturizes your skin at the same time.
The main ingredients to look for in a good beard oil is jojoba oil, tea tree oil, argan oil, rosehip oil and hempseed oil.
A combo of these ingredients will make a good quality oil that your beard will appreciate.
Try and purchase an oil that includes Jojoba oil. This oil is genetically the closes to your own natural oil that your skin produces – known as sebum.
A combination of jojoba and tea tree oil will do wonders for beard dandruff.
Regular washing of your beard, just like you would with your hair, also curbs dandruff, but you should dry your beard properly.
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Trim your beard regularly
This is necessary practice when maintaining a beard. Facial hair can sometimes grow in peculiar directions, which looks tardy and scruffy. A solid beard trimmer is an important tool in maintaining a good beard. You may want to trim two to three times a week depending on how thick or fast your beard grows.
A tip though, is to not trim directly out of the shower. Your beard will seem longer and fuller when wet and you may trim off more than you really wanted to. This is due to the excess moisture trapped in your beard which makes it sag out.
The shower also softens the hair of your beard, causing it to straight out a little. When trimming your beard, it should be obvious that you should wait until your beard if fully dried before using a trimmer or barber’s scissors to trim your beard, lest you trim of too much.
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Take your daily vitamins
There are actually specifically designed vitamins that help you grow a better beard. Biotin is an important ingredient which is directly related to healthy hair growth, as well as Vitamin E, B1, B6, zinc and citrus flavanoids.
There is also a vitamin formulation being marketed under the name Beard Grow XL, which is a conglomerate of vitamins that is specifically indicated in beard growth and may actually be able to replace your daily multivitamin.
It is all natural with no added hormones, contains silicon dioxide, cellulose, stearic acid, citrus flavanoids and sodium and promotes healthy radiant hair by the use of antioxidants.
While this product does help, do not expect miracles from it. If you are genetically unable to grow facial hair, this vitamin will not aid you.
If you have an uneven or patchy beard, you may want to try it. It remains a good option and something you could try if you are serious about your beard.
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Watch your diet and water intake
Your diet is a very important aspect regarding any part of your physical body. If you follow a bad diet consisting of bad fats and cholesterol, you will see it reflecting in your hair.
Not only is this unhealthy for your beard, it affects your entire body. Some of the damages caused by a bad diet over a prolonged period may even be irreversible, so take notice.
If you consume leafy greens daily such as kale, broccoli and spinach, as well as a balance of healthy fruit and proteins, you will see a difference in your hair. Soon you will also start feeling better and looking the part.
Another key factor to be looking out for is hydration. Being well hydrated every day is paramount for a healthy skin. This also includes the health of the hair, which would then also include your manly beard.
Skip the sugary sodas and juices and focus on drinking clean water. Your entire body will thank you for it.
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Condition your beard
Very much like the hair on your head, your beard also benefits greatly from conditioner. A good conditioner like an argan oil product will improve the overall health of your beard and will also help make it appear thicker and healthier.
Apply a liberal amount throughout the hair and leave it on for a few minutes. As with any hair on your body, it gets damaged with age and conditioner does an excellent job at minimizing this damage.
I am sure you have all seen detailed animations of what exactly conditioner does on a lot of television commercials about hair products.
Finally, ensure that you was it off properly as excess conditioner will not only be an irritation to you, but also make your beard seem dirty. Less is more in this case as the thin film of conditioner left on your beard will make it looking shiny and healthy
After a while, slide your fingers through your beard and see if you notice a difference in smoothness.
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Exercise and just be happy
This is good advice for anyone, trying to grow a beard or not. You should exercise at least 5 times a week for periods of 30 minutes to 2 hours a day.
Exercise will improve general health but can also augment the amount of testosterone your body makes which can aid in growing that beard you have always wanted.
Also try and keep your stress levels down. Stress in men has been known to cause hair loss, and that you surely don’t want, right?
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The Final conclusion to having a thicker beard:
Now that you know seven more ways to help improve your beard, you can put them into action by just being consistent and dedicated.
Get enough rest too. A healthy body needs sleep to function. Sleep is essential for you overall well-being and in this case, growing facial hair.
A study in 2011 by the Journal of the American Medical Association revealed if you sleep for 5 hours of less, your testosterone levels suffer as much as 15 percent, which will end up affecting your beard.
Keep in mind that everything works differently for people, and what may work for you may not always work for another.
Also, don’t fall for the “shaving it all off will make it grow faster” myth. You grow a beard by letting it grow, not by shaving it off. But try these 7 steps, be happy and enjoy your beard for what it truly is.