Let’s face it, choosing gifts for a dude can be a massive challenge, right? Whether it be for your hubby, boyfriend, dad or just a friend, finding a gift that isn’t lame is like finding a needle in a haystack. There’s only so many socks, t-shirts, caps or golf balls you can give before he says a weird thank you through that phony “I just got a crap gift” smile. But if your special guy has a beard – or is thinking of growing one – his days of doing that present face are over! You can’t go wrong with a Rugged Bros gift set of beard care products. Trust the guys with a lifetime of bearding experi ..read more

We men love efficiency. If we can use the same product for two separate purposes, we’re pretty damn proud of ourselves. But can we apply that approach to styling products designed for our beards and mustaches? Can’t we just use one product to do the entire job? Are there really any significant differences between beard balm and mustache wax?  After all, beard balm and mustache wax are both styling products with very similar ingredients. On the surface, it would make sense to use just one for the entire face. Well, my man, there are significant differences between mustache wax and beard ba ..read more

What makes a great beard? What makes a beard swoon-worthy and lusted after? Its length? Its color? Its style? Dude, whether it be long or short, a great beard is defined by its condition and how it feels. After all, you’re the one who has to wear it on your face everyday, so your comfort absolutely must come first. (Plus, when your beard is soft and in great condition, it will be easier to style the way you want.) No man wants a scratchy nest of barbed wire on his face. And no partner wants to nestle their face into a poky cactus. So… a great beard feels soft, silky and luxurious to the touch ..read more

If you have a beard - long, short, or in between - you know that it needs daily oiling to keep it healthy and manageable. So does the skin on your face beneath your beard. But what exact oils should you use? There are many different kinds. Which ones give you all the truly good stuff? Trust your friendly bearded pros to give you the rundown on the best natural oils for your beard’s health. And notice we said natural oils. In other words, avoid unnatural oils like the plague, because they’ll wreak havoc on your facial forest. (A good example is mineral oils, which are a by-product from making g ..read more

So, you’ve been growing out your beard and mustache and… you see a bare strip in the very center of your upper lip. What’s that all about, eh? It can be especially frustrating to see this mustache gap on yourself when other dudes seem to grow thick doormats under their nose.  Dude, it’s OK! First, you're not alone in having a mustache gap. Second, it’s totally natural.  And third, The Rugged Bros can help with quality advice and info. We’ll show you how to live well with your mustache gap, maybe even learn to love it.  Why Do I Have a Mustache Gap? That vertical groove on your u ..read more

Do you think a barbershop is some quaint relic of the past where dudes in stripes hung out to harmonize old songs? Or maybe you think all you can get from a barber is a haircut, a shave and a rushed beard trim? Think again, my man. In the 21st century, you can get a LOT more than just a cut or a fade. A quality modern-day barber is your source of luxurious, decadent personal grooming services that will leave you looking amazing and feeling deeply content and confident. Quite simply, everything old is new again… with outstanding upgrades added. Many gents of rugged respectability visit their ba ..read more

Looking for a new look “up top” to go with your beard? Need a hairstyle that looks as dramatic and epic as your face forest? Then consider a ruggedly handsome hard part haircut. The hard part has been popular for a while now, especially with an undercut and/or fade included. We’re gonna show you some hard part haircut ideas that can go well with a beard and discuss some advantages and disadvantages. Plus we’ll give you some tips on styling and maintaining your ’do. You’ll find that, with some knowledge and careful choosing, a hard part haircut can be pretty versatile and will take your style t ..read more

The 21st century beard resurgence has brought with it so much creativity, as well as rugged glory. The initial trends of goatees and hipster beards have laid the foundations for so many more beard styles and choices that abound today. One rugged style we’re loving in the 2020s is the beardstache. It’s perfect for guys who prefer a bold, epic mustache to be his stand-out feature, while including the ruggedness of a beard. People the world over have drooled over the bombshell beardstaches displayed by such handsome men as Henry Cavill, Jamie Dornan and Jon Hamm.  Now it's your turn, bro… Ho ..read more

A thick, bushy beard is a thing of masculine glory. It’s a statement of identity and a magnet to women. Even if a guy prefers a shorter beard cropped closely to his face, he’ll still want the hairs to grow out thick and meaty, rather than thin and wispy.  Growing an amazing beard has some similarities to cultivating a thick and manicured lawn – it requires time, patience and effort. Therefore, it’s easy to understand that sometimes dudes look for shortcuts. There are plenty of products on the beard care market that make some astonishing claims to help with growing facial hair. “Beard grow ..read more

Shaving is a regular part of life for just about every guy. Even those with a heavy beard need to shave some part of his face. But sometimes shaving can feel like a chore. Or it can cause nicks, cuts, irritation or razor burn that can take days to settle down. So, once in a while, why not let a professional barber handle it for you by giving you a hot towel shave? It can be an incredibly pampering experience that gives you a baby-smooth shave without any of the hassle. A hot towel shave can make shaving a relaxing treat instead of a gruesome duty. So we’ll tell you about it so you can see if i ..read more