When it comes to facial hair on a man, a bit of stubble is basically foolproof. It suits pretty much everyone. It's not unruly; nor is it as subtle as a five o'clock shadow. It really is the best of both worlds, so it's the way to go if you're looking to dip your toe into the world of facial hair.
How Stubble Makes You More Attractive. In attractiveness studies, stubble has consistently emerged as a facial hair style that is perceived as more attractive by both men and women.
Long stubble is generally considered acceptable in almost all professional settings, and a regular trim will maintain a corporate look. A good style for professional-looking beards is the Henriquatre, once worn by the stylishly suave Brad Pitt and Hollywood heartthrob Leonardo Dicaprio.
If you're looking for a fashionable mid length, go for 2-3 mm, and if you want a heavier stubble, try 4-5 mm.
Growing a stubble beard can take anywhere from a few days to a couple of weeks, depending on your hair growth rate. It's important to let your facial hair grow out to the desired length before trimming and shaping it into a stubble style.
STAGE 1 OF BEARD GROWTH - STUBBLE (WEEK 1)
This is when your face still has a mostly smooth texture but, you might start to see some hair growing in above the lip, on the sideburns or along your jawline. This stage is also known as the 5 o'clock shadow.
It's not called a 3-day stubble beard for nothing. Most can cultivate enough growth over 3 days. Once you've allowed for decent, even hair growth across your face, you can think about shaving. Choosing your 3-day stubble length in mm will determine the final look.
This scientific study by Barnaby J. Dixson and Paul L. Vasey found that yes, men with facial hair do tend to appear older than those who are clean-shaven, sometimes by as much as 10 years or more. There are many reasons for this, some cultural and some biological.
How to Get a 5 o'clock Shadow. The easiest way to get a 5 o'clock shadow-style beard is to simply let your hair grow for a few hours – or a couple of days if your facial hair doesn't grow quite that quickly. Use our All Purpose Styler as your 5 o'clock shadow trimmer to keep it neatly shaped for a smart look.
The goatee is often associated with creativity and individuality. This is a man who doesn't conform to the status quo; he's likely to be found in creative fields, whether it's art, music, or writing.
As in the first study, women found stubble on men most attractive, (In this study, the stubble was heavier.) Nevertheless, women rated men with full beards as the highest for perceived parenting ability and healthiness.
The Classic Stubble
A short and well-groomed stubble can be an excellent option for job interviews. It exudes a rugged yet put-together look often associated with confidence and masculinity.
The main reason is the shorter the hair stubble, the more uneven and sharper the edges feel. Also, as hair that has been shaved starts to grow back, the harsher it will feel to us. The other reason for our sharp feeling of stubble is our underlying skin, and our hair is too dry.
The truth is, without shaping and styling, a stubble beard will simply look like you forgot to shave. You can use a beard straightener to smooth out your stubble and maintain a neat, even look.
To maintain stubble, you'll want to break out the beard trimmer every few days to keep your stubble the same length, if you're the type to get a 5 o'clock shadow you'll have to break it out more often. Select a guard for your trimmer, again between 2 - 3 mm and run the clippers over your face and neck.
According to Prim & Prep and other online surveys, the 5mm beard length or five o'clock shadow as it's also known as, is considered by women to be the most attractive beard style. So, If you've been searching for a way to elevate your appearance with minimal effort, it's time to consider the 5mm beard length.
Not every man gets a 5 o'clock shadow. It depends on how fast the beard grows. Some men might see stubble just hours after shaving. This is the so-called 5 o'clock shadow.
Ten-day growth rated better looking than full beard or clean-shaven looks. Men may now think twice about reaching for a razor. A new study shows that facial hair says a lot about a man and that attractiveness peaks at the "heavy stubble" phase.
After onset of puberty at a 11-12, the first facial hair emerges at either side of the upper lip. By 16-17, this growth spreads over the entire upper lip. Around the same time and up until around 18, hair starts extending down from the sideburns as well as the spot under the lower lip.
Scientists have found dozens of genes that play a role in facial hair growth, like the gene LNX1 on the human chromosome 4. Specifically, variations in this gene seem to influence how thickly or sparsely your facial hair grows. Other genes are likely involved as well.
Stubble beard style
The stubble beard, also known as “the 3 day beard” is a beard style with a length of 3mm. This is a perfect style for men with baby faces, because it adds immediately maturity and it's the best option for those who struggle to grow thick and/or full beard.
Known by various other names – the David Beckham look, the scruffy look, the three-day beard look and the 1.5- or 2.5- millimeter beard – the trend first captured the attention of fans of the 1980s “Miami Vice” television series.
Tip: A smart stubble is normally between 1 mm and 3 mm
Once you've selected a length, evening out the beard across your face will achieve that clean-looking stubble beard style. Trim all-over by using your beard trimmer and comb against the grain.