3 steps to wash away beard dandruff

Dandruff isn’t just a scalp issue. It can occur anywhere hair grows – including on your beard. Discover what causes beard dandruff and our simple three-step routine to help you wash away those flakes.

So, what is beard dandruff?

Whether it’s beard dandruff or hair dandruff, this is a common skin condition that’s easily spotted by the white flakes on your hair or clothes. Because of the itchiness dandruff can cause, it’s often confused with dry skin, but this is actually a different skin condition – dry skin is due to lack of moisture, while dandruff is mainly caused by an overgrowth of yeast in oilier skin areas (like your scalp or face).

How to wash away beard dandruff

Beard dandruff and flakes are simple to wash away with a good grooming routine. Just follow the three steps below.

1

Wash
If you have a longer beard, it’s a good idea to wash it just like you wash the hair on your head. But you don’t necessarily need beard dandruff shampoo. We recommend a formula that can cleanse your facial hair and the skin underneath, like our Dove Men+Care Plant Powered Reinvigorating Lime + Avocado Oil Cleansing Bar. Made with natural essential oils, it cleanses your beard while giving your skin superior moisture.

If your beard is on the shorter side, a face wash infused with tea tree oil will do the trick. Try our 3N1 Revive with Tea Tree Oil Body, Face + Hair Wash, which is formulated with hydrating ingredients for your skin and hair.
2

Exfoliate
Exfoliation is an important part of your grooming routine, especially for beard dandruff treatment. Gently combing with a soft to medium-density beard brush from root to tip will not only help exfoliate your skin and wash away flakes – it will also leave your beard hair feeling softer.

If you have a short beard, you can also use an exfoliating cleanser like Dove Men+Care Deep Clean 3-in-1 Bar. Made with ¼ moisturizing cream and exfoliating grains, it gently scrubs away dead skin cells while helping maintain your skin’s moisture.
3

Moisturize
Keeping the skin under your beard hydrated – without leaving it feeling greasy – is another great way to help wash away dandruff. Go for a moisturizer like Dove Men+Care Hydrate+ Face Lotion, which is non-greasy and helps protect dry skin.

For longer beards, use a beard oil instead of trying to moisturize underneath the hair. When choosing your beard oil, opt for a nourishing, lightweight formula that helps avoid clogging up your pores or drying out your skin.

For more beard care tips, read our essential guide.