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Is Your Boyfriend's Beard Really Making Your Skin Break Out?

Whether your man wears a permanent five o’clock shadow or sports whiskers down to his knees, his facial hair may be the reason behind your face breaking out. Even if your bearded beloved is always squeaky clean, irritations like beard burn and even acne breakouts can be a problem. Read on for ways to kiss blemishes goodbye and safely kiss him hello!

What is Beard Burn?

Beard burn is irritation, redness, heat, and/or tiny scratches on the skin caused by the friction of rubbing against someone’s facial hair. Sort of like sandpaper, stubble and close-cropped beards are the main culprits because the hair is short and sharp. But even softer long whiskers can cause itchiness and breakouts on skin they come in contact with.

Why Your Boyfriend’s Beard is Causing Breakouts

Like all hair, beards contain natural oils and bacteria, plus any dirt picked up from the environment (not to mention the occasional crumb). Everything is transferred over to your skin when it touches and rubs against his beard. It doesn’t mean you can expect face breakouts every time you cuddle or kiss, but you should know how to prevent breakouts caused by beards.

How to Prevent Beard Burn

Some of the best ways to prevent beard burn start at the source. Here are three steps for ongoing beard care and hygiene that will help stop your face breaking out.

The Best Beard Burn Treatments

Even if there is no beard on your boyfriend’s chin, beard burn can happen when he doesn’t shave for a day (or even a few hours). The best beard burn treatments are a blend of preventive skincare and soothing aftercare.
FAQ
  • Yes, beards can really cause your face to break out because they tend to harbor dirt and bacteria. If beard burn irritation occurs through contact, those impurities can enter your skin and even cause acne breakouts. But you can better pinpoint the culprit(s) by exploring other reasons behind your blemishes like wearing a haircut with bangs.
  • You’ll be relieved to know that you can still kiss your boyfriend without getting breakouts – in fact, we recommend it! If your man has a beard, be sure to know the best beard burn treatments and how to prevent breakouts before they happen.
  • Garnier Moisture Rescue Refreshing gel creams can definitely help with beard burn because they are formulated to create a hydrated protective barrier, cool down irritations, and fight impurities. In addition, there are many benefits of gel cream formulas. Choose between Refreshing Gel Cream for normal to combination skin or Refreshing Gel Cream for Dry Skin.