Changing fashions and a more relaxed approach to work dress rules means more men are dumping the razor blade and freeing their facial fuzz. Just as every man owns things like nail clippers, nose hair trimmers and other bits to keep themselves presentable, a beard-owner should invest in a decent beard grooming kit to maintain clean, healthy whiskers that look and smell great.
Whether it’s a long bushy beard or something shorter and neater like a Tony Stark, you’ll need the right tools to keep it in tip-top condition. A grooming kit makes a great gift and is often better value than buying the individual items. We've ranked the top 10 best kits on Amazon, eBay and Boots. So from beard oils and balms to brushes and combs, we’ll help you to make the right choice for you or the hairy man in your life.
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When searching online, your instinct might be to pick whichever kit packs in the most items. But you might be buying a lot of things you’ll never use, and end up throwing away in a few months. Our buying guide is here to help you choose the right tools and treatments to keep your beard clean, looking neat and smelling great!
Before you buy, make sure to check what's included. Most beard grooming kits will come with a short-haired brush and a comb to detangle and tame, along with one or two conditioning products, such as a tin of creamy beard balm or a dropper bottle of beard oil to moisturise your beard. Here's what you need to know about each essential component of a good kit.
Generic scalp shampoos can be too harsh on a beard and strip your whiskers of natural oils, negatively impacting the condition and appearance of your beard. Luckily, a lot of kits come will with a bottle of beard shampoo, or wash.
Beard shampoo is specially formulated to wash the beard, without being too severe, and can be a nice treat for longer beards. If you have a short beard under 5 inches, then a beard wash isn’t needed. This is because with short hair, your body can naturally replace sebum to the shorter hairs throughout the day.
Just be aware that washing your beard on a daily basis with a beard shampoo will do more harm than good. Frequent washing will dry out your beard and can lead to irritation and flaky skin. The best advice is wash your beard every couple of days and keep it nourished with a good oil or balm.
Beard brushes and combs are an essential part of any grooming kit and will help to keep your whiskers looking neat. For a short beard, you will only need a brush, while a comb will be necessary to tug longer beards into shape.
A good beard brush should be made with boar hair bristles. These short wiry hairs will keep your beard neat and tidy and help to distribute natural oils along each hair shaft. Similarly, a wooden comb is generally considered the best choice for longer beards as they are long-lasting, and the wood will cut down on static and frizz.
Another good option is a cellulose acetate comb. These are durable, anti-static and distribute beard oil well. Animal horn combs cut from ox or buffalo horn may be considered good for beard brushing, but they are known to break easily if not handled with care. Likewise, plastic combs are thoroughly disliked by the beard community as they can rip out the beard hairs.
Just as the hair on your head needs moisture, so will a beard. Using a beard treatment will improve the texture and condition of your beard, as well as moisturise the skin underneath and relieve any itchiness.
The best way to rehydrate your facial hair is by using a beard oil or balm. Beard oils come in a dropper bottle and are made using natural oils, such as jojoba and grapeseed. A tin of beard balm is instead made with more solid ingredients, such as beeswax, to provide a styling finish.
A short beard will only need a few drops of oil, whereas those with a longer beard should also use a balm to impart extra moisture and style the beard into shape. Whichever product you use, apply the beard treatment with clean, dry hands and then work it through with a brush or comb to evenly distribute the moisture and scent.
For long beards that need a bit more management, choose a grooming kit with a tin of beard wax or putty. A dab of wax can be warmed on the fingers, and then worked through the beard to shape and sculpt it. Look for products made from natural beeswax and essential oils, avoiding heavily scented waxes that will clash with the oil or balm you've already applied.
Some grooming kits will also come with beard scissors or a shaping tool. At some point you'll need to tidy up your beard. Of course, you could pay your barber to trim it. However, scissors and a shaping tool will let you do regular maintenance from the comfort of your own home.
A shaping tool looks like an inverted capital letter L and helps give you a clean line to your beard. Just be aware that beard scissors are shorter than normal, so select a pair made of quality steel and sharpen them regularly. Dull scissors can be painful as they scratch and tug on your beard, instead of giving you a clean cut.
You’ll need to decide whether you want to buy a fragranced kit or not. A lot of beard balms and oils are artificially fragranced to give the beard a pleasant odour. However, if the person receiving the kit already uses a cologne, or has sensitive skin, then opt for fragrance-free oils and balms instead.
If you do pick fragranced kit, think about what sort of scents you’d like. Most beard oils use rugged scents like pine, cedar and sandalwood, but there are also sweet and exotic aromas such as vanilla and coconut. If you’re not sure where to start, you can’t go wrong with a traditional woody scent or a kit with a selection of scented oils.
Products | Image | Click to purchase | Key features | |
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1 | Y.F.M. Advanced Beard Care Kit | ![]() | An Advanced Kit at a Fantastic Price | |
2 | Duckbutter Beardsman Pack | ![]() | A Great Selection of Top Quality Oils | |
3 | Seven Potions Gent's Beard Kit | ![]() | Everything You Could Want to Maintain Your Beard | |
4 | Maison Lambert Ultimate Beard Kit | ![]() | Beautifully Packaged, Handmade Beard Care | |
5 | Percy Nobleman Beard Grooming Kit | ![]() | Restores Coarse and Damaged Beards to Their Former Glory | |
6 | Prophet and Tools 100% Organic Beard Oil & Wooden Comb Set | ![]() | Made for Those Serious About Growing A Beautiful Beard | |
7 | Well Groomed Wizard Beard Grooming Kit Gift Set | ![]() | An Excellent All-in-One Beard Grooming and Care Set | |
8 | Baylis & Harding The Fuzzy Duck Men's Ginger & Lime Beard Tin Giftset | ![]() | The Perfect Gift for a Beard Buff | |
9 | Murdock London Men's Redchurch St. Beard Care Gift Set | ![]() | Premium Ingredients for Your Bearded Buddy | |
10 | Bulldog Skincare and Beard Care Kit | ![]() | A Good Buy for Beginner Beards |
The Y.F.M. Advanced Beard Care Kit contains everything a man needs for a beautiful beard. In the package, you'll find a beard wash, oil and balm, plus a wooded comb and boar bristle brush. On top of that, the kit comes with stainless steel beard scissors, a beard styling comb and a barber's cape so you can keep your beard trimmed and in shape in the comfort of your own home.
The oil and balm are formulated with four natural plant oils to moisturise and protect your beard and chin, with a subtle fragrance that's particularly appealing. All in all, a great kit that will delight any hairy man who receives it!
Duckbutter’s Beardsman pack gives you the choice of four beard oils made using their signature range of fragrances. From a woody aroma for the outdoorsman to spicy citrus and zingy mint, each one smells incredible and won’t overpower.
The oils are all made with natural fatty acids and vitamin E, to treat the skin and nourish your beard. To round out the set is a handy boar bristle brush and peach wood comb to knock your beard into shape. What’s really great is that both are pocket-sized for convenience while still doing the job.
This no-frills kit comes with all the quality goods a man needs to achieve supple and well-groomed whiskers. The beard oil is made with jojoba, apricot and almond oil to soften and encourage beard growth, and the shampoo has a potent woody fragrance -just a drop will go a long way!
An excellent kit from a well-known and acclaimed beard grooming brand, to tidy and tame your beard is a boar bristle brush with pearwood body. And unlike many others, Seven Potions oil and shampoo come in large bottles that will last you a long time.
New York-based premier men's skincare brand Maison Lambert has crafted a truly extravagant entry in the beard grooming market. Although the price won’t delight everyone, this is a true artisan product that will give your beard the ultimate treatment.
All the products contained are handmade and free from artificial fragrances, using organic ingredients and essential oils instead to give the kit a gentle, woody scent. To round it off, the grooming kit comes in a handsome cigar box that will look just as good on any man’s bathroom shelf, as it would inside a rugged explorer’s khaki tent.
Established brand Percy Nobleman has created a great grooming kit, suitable for people starting out on their beard adventure. The beard oil is a blend of argan, jojoba, avocado, almond and marula oils to soften and tame your beard. And the beard wash contains coconut and sesame oil that won’t strip your beard of its natural moisture.
For longer beards, there is also a tin of luxurious beard balm to treat and shape your beard. Best of all, the kit is scented with lime and cedarwood to give a fresh, citrusy aroma that dazzles!
The Prophet and Tools grooming kit is designed to give that perfectly manicured look to every type of beard. The organic and unscented beard oil promises to restore and protect beard hairs while relieving itchy and flaky skin. In fact, Prophet and Tools are so confident of their oil, they guarantee a better condition beard or your money back if not satisfied!
Included with the premium quality beard oil, is a wide-toothed peach wood comb made to handle the biggest tangles. The kit also comes with a handy guide on growing and nurturing your beard into truly magnificent whiskers.
Here is a comprehensive grooming set at a very good price. This kit includes both a pearwood comb and a boar bristle brush to tame and detangle even the messiest of beards.
It also comes with a nourishing bay leaf, lime and cedarwood beard oil, plus a hardworking shea butter and olive oil balm to keep your beard in excellent condition. If that wasn't enough, there is a handy pocket size tin of beeswax & lemon beard wax. So you can keep your beard groomed and styled wherever you go!
This set comes in a handy tin and is made using luxury ingredients that will guarantee perfect grooming every time! This kit comes with a beard shampoo for washing, beard wax for styling and a beard balm. Plus, you get a quality bar of facial soap.
The high quality ingredients will keep your beard in excellent condition and smelling superb with a subtle woody fragrance, that's refreshing and soothes the skin. The only downside is that it doesn't come with any grooming tools.
Renowned gentleman’s barbers Murdock London have long prided themselves on selecting first class ingredients to go into their range of hair and beard care products. This luxury grooming gift set is no exception! It provides the perfect beard treatment, and comes with full-size bottles of beard wash, moisturiser and oil.
There is also a tin of their highly rated hair putty, to keep the hair on top of your head looking just as good. Although the kit doesn’t have a beard comb or brush, the range of treatments will keep your beard clean, refreshed a looking great.
This kit is free from synthetic materials and packed with natural ingredients such as aloe vera and green tea. The oil and shampoo have a mild, zesty fragrance that won’t overpower and the natural oil will keep your beard in great condition, and looking good at the same time!
This is a no-nonsense grooming kit that's suitable for any beard length. It comes with a hardwearing, long-toothed wooden comb to detangle longer beards, although those with a short beard will need to purchase a separate beard brush to go with it.
Looking good needn't cost exorbitant amounts of time, money and effort. With the right gear, any man can look his best. Check out the articles below for more of the top men's grooming products in the UK to have you looking, feeling and smelling great - plus a little something to get the follicles stimulated if you're having trouble cultivating a full crop of whiskers!
So there you have it. We hope this article has helped you to pick the best grooming kit for you, or the bearded man in your life. With proper application, and the right oil, balm and grooming tools, you're all set for your luxuriant bearded life!
Author: Nick Harling
No. 1: Y.F.M.|Advanced Beard Care Kit
No. 2: Duckbutter|Beardsman Pack
No. 3: Seven Potions|Gent's Beard Kit
No. 4: Maison Lambert|Ultimate Beard Kit
No. 5: Percy Nobleman|Beard Grooming Kit
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