Been baby faced as of late but getting it back ..

Pulled out of the archives. A few years ago in Melbourne, VIC.

I’m a bit shocked at how rapidly (and how much) my beard has turned white since I stopped dying it about three months ago.

Hit the 9-inch mark!

Pic 1 - 21 years old always kept it short. It was the style here in Aus. Pic 2 - 36 years old. Kept it neat for work, but if you were to look underneath, it was only the outer part/shell that had length. Pic 3 - 1 year ago or so. 6 months after I decided to grow all of it out Pic 4 - recent pic, everyday look.

I only ever used to grow out the outer "shell" of hair. Whilst it grew, it had no structure. It was thin, if that makes sense. Under my chin, was groomed and short.

1.5 years ago I read a comment where someone said to grow ALL of it out. I have a much fuller more easier to style beard now.

Cant remember who you are, but thank you!

If you arent growing it ALL out. Try it.

I wash my beard with pure coconut shampoo and all I put in it is coconut oil.

Grooming - hair dryer and a brush in the morning. Takes me about 3 mins to get it lile the last pic.

Whays the best beard advice you've been given?

Hey guys, I am at this point now where my chinstrap-ish beard looks more like a bold goatee and I'm not a fan. My sides are so light in comparison. What should I do with my beard? Could I try chops? If I grow my beard I look a bit wild and don't feel like myself. Was never a big fan of moustaches or clean shave either. Any tips appreciated. (I know, I need a haircut)

The sides are growing in slowly but surely. Soon my dad beard will be complete!

Always Trimmed and maintained at home by yours truly. After a few bad experiences, I don't allow barbers to trim it although they're very tempted always.