How to Properly Trim a Beard | Grooming Guide from Philips (2024)

Step 4: Choose your cheekline

If you’re happy with a natural beard cheekline, leave it as it is. For an edgier, crisper look, go for a straight or slightly rounded line to the bottom of your sideburns. The lower your cheekline, the more length you’ll give to your face. Get tips on cheekline shaping here.

Step 5: Shape up your mustache

You can trim your mustache to the same length as your beard, or leave it slightly longer to make it stand out more. For a nice, clean lipline, close your mouth and smile. Keep your mustache clean and trim the bottom (without the trimmer comb) to create a 1 mm clear line above your lips (optional).

Knowing how to trim your beard properly is something of a life skill, and will serve you well. Keep it in line, and it’ll be an asset to your face.

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The right trimmer and the right information are all it takes to create great-looking facial hair. So, when you’ve chosen your trimmer, download GroomTribe to get the know-how.