Should I Dye My Beard?

Dye your beard to recapture a more youthful appearance.

Coloring Facial Hair Shaves Years Off Your Look

Dyeing your beard, mustache or goatee is a quick and relatively easy way to recapture a more youthful appearance. Facial-hair dye for men is available at most drugstores and many supermarkets, and the entire process takes only about 20 minutes.

Hair Coloring Requires Frequent Maintenance

If you decide to dye your facial hair--and you like the results--you will need to reapply color at least once a week, depending on how quickly your facial hair grows. Facial-hair dyes are not permanent, so they will begin fading after your first shower. If you have never dyed your facial hair before, you must be careful to choose the proper shade and avoid getting dye on your skin. The process gets faster and easier with practice.

Bottom Line

If your facial hair is graying, give dyeing a try. It is not permanent, so if you change your mind you only have to live with your new look for a week or so. Choose your color wisely. Your facial hair color should match the hair on your head. If in doubt, go a shade lighter. Never use permanent hair dye (intended for the hair on your head) on your face, as it contains ammonia and other harmful chemicals that should not be inhaled.

References

• Hairfinder: Gray Beards and Sideburns
• Just For Men: FAQs

Resources

• WebMD: Should men color their gray hair or celebrate it?