Black facial hair man

Handlebar mustache? Mutton chops? Not so much. Most of the time, facial hairstyles are a personal choice—that is, until a new viral outbreak makes headlines, and even the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention seems to weigh in on grooming choices. Earlier this week, a newly resurfaced CDC infographic from popped up, showing 36 potential facial hair looks on men some of which are unknown to even the savviest barbers in order to demonstrate how beards, mustaches, and even sideburns can interfere with the face masks. The infographic, originally created for the CDC's National Personal Protective Technology Laboratory NPPTL and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health NIOSH , provides 36 different facial hair looks on men to show which ones work best with filtering facepiece respirators, like the N95 respirator mask currently popular among those looking to not-so-successfully protect themselves from the coronavirus.

Finding the right beard oil is no easy feat and it can involve lots of testing and learning — particularly for Black men with thick and curly hair. The good news? There are many excellent beard oils on the market. This is especially true for Black men, with curved hair follicles that are likely to cause ingrown hairs and bumps on the face and neck. Ingrown hairs form when the coarse strands of curly hair fold inwards and puncture the skin. Beard oil makes the hairs softer, while also strengthening the skin barrier so that it is more difficult to puncture.

Selecting the right kind of beard for uniquely personal needs can make or break the beard growing process. Indris Elba has sported several varieties of a full beard from well sculpted to a long, clean trim. Goatee: A goatee is a classy look with very little daily upkeep. The thin straight lines around the mouth and a low chin strap make his large face look smaller and works well with his shaved head. However, goatees can also be scruffier too.

Last Updated: May 6, References. This article was co-authored by Marlon Rivas. He is also the founder of Busystyle. Marlon has over 15 years of experience in managing and providing barber services. This article has been viewed 1,, times.