Sideburns – history, correct forms and care

27.11.2023

Sideburns are areas of hair that are located between the temples and lower jaw. Today, most men do not accept this type of facial hair. When we think of sideburns, many people immediately think of famous classics or the Marvel character played by Hugh Jackman. In today’s article, the masters of the men’s hairdressing salon TsirulnyK will talk about the history of the appearance of sideburns, their shape and proper care for them.

History of sideburns

Some believe that sideburns take their origins from Germany (Backenbart – translated means cheek and beard). Others believe that sideburns are an English invention. But we remember the picture of Alexander the Great, where it is clearly visible that he had lush sideburns. What can be concluded? All officials of that time (senators, for the most part) loved to take care of themselves. Later, the “senator sideburns” were replaced by another, more advanced form – sideburns connected to a mustache above the lip. With this shape the chin and sideburns are perfectly shaved.

What does an improved sideburn look like

Among all types of sideburns, a universal option is suitable for all men – “favory”. It is important to consider proportions when cutting sideburns. The shorter your hair is, the shorter your sideburns should look.

While cutting hair, the barber should pay attention to the client’s face shape to choose the right style of sideburns. For men with an oval-shaped face, it is better to opt for long sideburns; for those with a square shape, choose wide sideburns and sideburns of medium length.

The Garibaldi form requires more attention than other options. Here you need a wide and thick beard, from which a neat mustache will extend. A medium length beard with a smooth transition into sideburns will suit almost every face shape.

How to properly care for sideburns

Sideburns are the same hair as other areas that require the same care. In addition, if you have an advantage over other men, namely thickness, you should pay special attention to combing. Thick sideburns should be combed twice a day, for several minutes or more.

How to choose a comb for sideburns

If you have a long beard and therefore sideburns, you should focus on a special comb. For coarse and dry hair, it is better to choose a metal comb. Combs are always easier to control during the combing process, unlike brushes. They can disrupt the hair structure and deprive a person of thickness. The plastic version of the comb is not suitable for anyone, since they break quickly. The best scallops are wooden ones. They are gentle on your hair and do not damage the structure.

How to properly maintain the shape of your sideburns

To ensure that your sideburns are always well-groomed and correct, you should put in enough effort. First, you need to accustom yourself to frequent trips to the barbershop to trim them regularly. Also, you should trim those hairs that stand out from the general mass. For this case, hairdressing scissors and a trimmer are suitable. The most important rule is not to cut wet sideburns, since in this case it is difficult to calculate the required length.

How to Grow Sideburns

Tanks grow quickly and without the help of improvised miracle remedies. All you need to do is stop shaving for a few weeks and you will get the desired results. Don’t forget that to give shape to your beard and sideburns, you need a certain length of hair. The first period is the most difficult, because it is difficult to deal with protruding hair. I just want to just go and shave everything off, but I have to hold on. This way you can “help” the rapid growth of your hair. You can also apply products to your hair that contain burdock oil or other similar products. Such preparations are applied with massaging movements 3-4 times a week, and can be combined with masks and scrubbing.

What to do if your beard and sideburns do not grow

1. Donate blood for hormones and determine testosterone levels. After the analysis, you need to consult with an endocrinologist to understand how to proceed. Testosterone in small quantities leads to delayed hair growth, so you should first focus on this point.
2. Incorrect shaving technique. For example, shaving with dull blades and improper razor movements can injure your facial skin. Change all the blades, learn to hold the razor correctly and slide it across the skin of your face, then everything will work out.
3. Nutrition. Nutrition should include vitamins, proteins and nutrients. Remove fatty and fried foods and add vegetables, carbohydrates, and fruits. It is important to get vitamins A, B, C, D and E and not forget about calcium, zinc and iron.
4. Drink plenty of water, the amount needs to be calculated according to your weight. This is very easy to determine using the appropriate calculators.
5. Sleep more, stress less and walk outdoors more often.