That's a sweet beard bruh. I'm almost 4 months into my very first yeard and I can't wait to see what I have after the year mark...Hell I may even go for a tweard idk lol.
I'm into month 3 ... it's been a true learning experience. I'm 60 and this is the first time I've grown a beard. I've always said I couldn't grow a beard if my life depended on it. I've been happily surprised and Dan has been such an incredible source of knowledge and encouragement. Thank you Dan!!
Growing an untrimmed yeard was the best decision I ever made with my beard. My yeard was accomplished in Nov. 2020 and there's no looking back now! It really made me take it a lot more seriously and your advice was key to that success. Now on to the tweard!
January 1st was a year and a half for me. I'm going to try to keep going for two. I stumbled upon DanC at the beginning of my journey. If you are just starting out or in the middle of your journey, you really need to stick with Dan. The man does his homework! Not just because he's a teacher but because you can see and feel his passion for beards, cutting through the myths that are out there and for helping his fellow beardsmen. Thank you Dan for all the work that you do and for the confidence that you build up in all of us! Keep it up brother.
I agree. You can get very conflicting information on beard care on the internet. Awhile back I decided to listen mainly to Dan and keep the course with him. As said he does the research and has an awesome beard to prove his information and tips work. And the best thing is he doesn't give conflicting information, has done the research and is honest with what he's saying.
9months into my yeard . It's been so much more then growing a beard , it truly has taught me I have very little patience and it's shown me how fast I make rash decisions- Example this is my 4th attempt to complete a full year , failing 3 times at 6months with rash decision to shave without weighing the fact of 6 months investment. 3 months to go I believe I'm gonna make it this time.
I’m just shy of 10 months into my yeard, and I honestly think it’s something everybody should do at least once in their lives. Huge shoutout to my wife for being supportive throughout the journey.
I'm 6 months into my years. Much respect to those who don't trim during the process...not possible for me. Some light trimming for shape and to get rid of that see through look. Recommend the journey for all!
I do not plan on a yeard, but I watched because I always pick up useful information from your videos that applies to me. This was no exception. Keep the videos coming.
I’m at 22 weeks….beard at 4”. Challenge is keeping a low profile at work as a home PT…it’s impossible to hide this mass under a surgical mask, plus keeping cool in hot Colorado weather. Of course, my clients love my hot hands, therapeutic touch…so glad I did not have to give that up during COVID.
Keep it up! It is possible you have hit terminal length, but likely not. You are probably just not noticing the growth as much now or outside factors are impacting the growth
I’m 7 months in and I can relate to what you’re saying. For about 2 months it didn’t seem to be doing much of anything, then all of a sudden it looked like it grew 2” overnight.
I've worn a short goatee for 20 years. I decided to grow a full beard 10 weeks ago but I didn't shave the goatee first. Committed to a yeard to allow everything to grow together before deciding on a trimming style. Long way to go but it's starting to look pretty good already. Never had to worry about products before. With a mostly white beard I'm finding products are essential to maintain the growth without being dry and brittle. Your advice has been very helpful. Without it I may have gotten frustrated and shaved. Thanks for being here.
I did the exact same thing mate. Had a long goatee when I decided to grow a full beard. Trimmed the goatee back to around 2 inches, let the full beard grow for around 4 months, then trimmed the goatee back a bit more to even it up. Once I hit 6 months of letting it grow, I was able to get the shape that I wanted, and is now full and even. Keep growing it as you are mate. Hopefully you see the same results that I did
Dan C the one thing that is missing in all these bearded videos something to think about is the beards man who have not made it that far yet, u should create a video of photos of urself during ur beard journey to show ur awkward phase etc.
Wife loves it longer....so no problem there. Thanks for all your videos. You are helping me on the journey. I've been bearded for over 30 years but I'm going for the Yeard. It's been about 6 months growth.
Started my yeard Jan 1. Just found Dan C last week and first heard of beard products. This is the first time taking beard health seriously. This should be an interesting year.
Have not touched anything but my mustache and neckline since Oct. 2022. Ive never made it passed 6 months in the past, but this time I am truly taking my care routine seriously. Can not wait to see the end result of this 1st Year(d) journey.
Looking back at the first year of my beard journey, I guess I did a yeard without realizing it. I never even heard the word until about a month or so ago, I did keep my sides and mustache trimmed pretty short but I didn't lit touch the front or neck line. Not long after the first year I quit trimming the sides, and I quit trimming my mustache about 1-2 months ago. I actually had a total stranger approach me in walmart last weekend about my beard and asked how long I had been growing it. I told him about 1 1/2 years, he was really struggling growing a beard, so I told him about your TH-cam channel and sent him to the Beardcare section for some beard wash and honest amish beard oil. Talking about my journey with an interested stranger really made my day!
I've been taking my picture of my yeard progress for three months and it's been a heckin fun! It's such a motivation to see it growing as I scroll through the photos. Can't wait to share it!
I'm taking pics at the start of each month for my second yeard. Been growing this second yeard since October 2020. I plan on making a gif once it's at the yeard mark.
I am at 7 months into my yeard. Length is 4 1/2 inches and I am stoked about the process. Not growing as fast as I would like but it is growing nonetheless. As I have stated in the past, I am a retired Air Force member who didn’t get the enjoyment of a beard for over 20 years so I am going to enjoy this. Really wish I had documented from my start date but hey, maybe I will start now for historical purposes. Love the channel, love the Mitten, and loving retirement.
Started my yeard 7/27/20 after retiring from 23 years in law enforcement. I just started growing a beard because I hadn’t been able to with work. Didn’t know at the time there was a word for it (yeard), or what I was doing as far as beard maintenance. Slowly began learning more, and came across Dan’s videos here which have really helped me understand how to care for my beard. Almost at the halfway mark, and I’ve been taking a pic every 27th of the month to chart my progress. Thanks for all you do Dan, and love the positive vibe among the group of helping build each other up.
Yes I am doing a Yeard myself for the first time. Very excited to see my beard at the 1 year point. I have always loved Beards and was very tired of shaving them because of work. I want to grow one for the cold months as well. The full beard will always be what a man will always do.
I just went over the six month mark and really like the idea of setting a date goal of one year. At that point, reevaluate. Maybe it will have become part of my lifestyle, maybe not. But it's good to have that point and it will be a great feeling to have made the commitment and followed through. Whatever happens, I just had my passport pics taken so the look will definitely be lasting at least 10 years. 😀
I just started my yeard about 11 weeks ago so I still have a ways to go. Already I’m doing better than any of my previous attempts do to this channel and community. Thanks Dan C keep dropping that knowledge on us bud.
Man your so right I grew it shaved it and went threw a depression lol but it's back 7 inches now lol the wife finally accepted it lol once in awhile she might throw a hint but she always compliments me on the care
I'm over half way through an unintentional yeard. I just made up my mind in late May 22 that I'd grow a beard and here I am in Jan 23 with no significant trims other than keeping the tache in check. Loving it so far and your videos have really helped! 👍👍
I started my beard during the first UK Lockdown, and not looked backs im on about 18 months now. the ends are fine and one of your videos told me why. your info is so helpful.
Had a goatee for many years. Sides never really came in well enough to keep and the itch would always get me. On a vacation when I didn't shave it started coming. Decided at that point to go for the yeard (not even knowing the term at the time) discovered beard products and Dan's videos. Wife never liked it, but said I could "keep" it since I was taking care of it. At the end of the year I went to a barber for a clean-up. Wasn't happy with the results so I'm half way through my 2nd year and will trim it myself at the anniversary. Thanks to all the advice and support from Dan and the community, this has been an exceptional experience.
I think I’m in 7 months now only thing I trim is tha stache I learned a lot since I’ve been going with yeard. Everything I have learned is from u and also try and fails but in it to get it done! Just grow it! Great vid positive and very helpful to stick with it THANK D.C.B!!!!!👍
My yeard will be complete in March of this year. Started last year as all the virus stuff started popping off. I was about 3 months in when I decided to really go for it since I wasn't trimming anyway. Been a good experience for sure. The biggest thing I've encountered as a negative is other people. It's surprising how many people have an opinion once you start growing it out. I've had facial hair since I was in high school, but never really gone for a big beard until last year. I'm 40 years old. 😅 I have no plans to trim it down after the year is up. Probably go for that coveted 2-yeard after! Anywho, glad I stumbled onto the channel. I liked and subscribed. 👍
Butters after you get length and it wont dry out by end of day like oil does with your squatchery......my beard was drinking a bottle of oil in no time vs a 4 oz tub of butter lasts months! And butter keeps me soft n BEAUTIFUL all day n night! And watch Dan He is the best!!
Just finished my year on Thanksgiving. 52 years old and have never had a beard and for the last 15 years I have been shaving head. Have let it also grow for a year. Going to let it all go for another year and then go from there. Thanks for all the great info.
Thanks for another great video. Very good insight into the process of a yeard. I am 10 months in and I love it. At this point I think it might be permanent! If anyone watching this video is considering a yeard, just let me say “DO IT”. Definitely an exercise in patience but very satisfying if your a beardsman.
I hit a yeard last September. Between a business beard and a power beard is the Awkward Stage (beware!). Also, maintenance trims are highly recommend for the cut-to-style effect.
Fellow Middle school History teacher. Started my yeard in March when we went online only for Covid-19. I'm almost at 11 months, about 7 inches. Trimmed mustache and edges. Beards do make you a more effective teacher (confidence, ice breaker), fantastic side effect! I only use Detroit Grooming Butter at night, and it's better than ever. Your advice has been spot on, keep it up brother!
Great video! I love the idea of the pictures every week 🙂Like you said I agree it gives a solid statement that people can't refute. I definitely agree a little trimming is a good idea and it is still a yeard at the end.
Stumbled apon your videos and I started growing my beard in October,just started using beard oil yesterday, can already see a difference,getting my octane order in Monday,That's exciting..
Seasonal Mustache/Goatee enthusiast - now going full beard. Researching products, balms, butters, care tips and all-- led me to your site. Seems to be a fairly large community. Thanks for your comprehensive details...
My experience from growing a beard in general is not listening to the haters. No one in my family ever grew long beards, everyone seemed to shave at least every two days. I got out the military and said I was done shaving. So after a few goes and listening to people to cut it, which I did. I am finally now at a point in my life where I'm not "me" without the beard to everyone. Scale of 1 to 10 I'm calling my beard a 5, but everyone around seems to think it's much better. People have asked me for advice on beard growing, never thought that would be someone would ask me. So here is my advice. Do you, let it grow for longer than you initially want to, really give yourself time, stop stressing all these products, don't let some random barber hack at your beard when you get a hair cut, trim your own beard, don't cut it all off if you don't like trim you got, don't line your beard up as it's growing out, stop giving yourself a chin strap where you cut the line of your neck almost up to the tip of your chin, stop pulling your hairs out as they grow, if you have a patchy beard it is what is (just have a wicked hair cut), trimming doesn't make your hair grow faster, it's itchy at the beginning because the tips of your hair is cut at an angle then curl back (this faze will pass), when you trim your beard clean your hair up (don't be that guy), don't trim your beard at night when you are tired (go to sleep and I bet in the morning you don't even trim it), keep a brush in each bathroom, in the hallway, one in the car/ truck, clean everything out your beard when done eating (stop stressing it during the whole meal), people definitely know when you are thinking because chances are you will stroke your beard, look up terminal length and get over it your beard will only grow so long, and most of all just do you.
A literally started mine in early November. I’ve had a beard of verifying lengths for like 10 years, but I’m going to stick it out for the yeard. Thanks again.
I started my yeard journey on January 1st of 2021. I'm kinda digging it so far the itchy phased sucked but I got passed it thanks to you Dan c thank you
Started my Yeard May 1st 2020 and have "mostly" enjoyed the journey. My wife isn't a huge fan but is always supportive. At 1 year the plan is to do a good shaping trim. I do trim my mustache and sideburns along the way but that's it. I take pictures every 2 weeks. Of course you and your channel have been priceless. I'm at 6" now but started with a stubble goatee.
Shortly after I found your channel I decided to start fresh and trim my beard down to stubble to begin my yeard. November 18, 2021 is my end date and my wife and I have already been doing the weekly pictures (left side, right side, and front views). At the end of the year we will compile the pictures into a slideshow or something and send them to you! 👊🧔
One thing I think might help two is throwing this extra challenge in the beginning, if the three month challenge. I’m sure you know, but it’s where you just let it go for three months. The advantage is I think is you won’t be over trimming when it comes time to trim, and you will have more confidence about your beard once you’ve seen it grown in. 😃
I started my yeard towards the end of March 2020, so I'm getting close. Though I may not count as I had a goatee (I think that's what it's called) at the start. But it has been fun learning about how to maintain it.
I started my yeard the middle of April last year (10 months ago) it’s definitely been a journey but with guys like you and a couple other fellas on TH-cam it’s been a fun learning experience.
I hit a year in October but starting today, February 1st, I'm trimming some stragglers and starting my #yeard journey again! This time I'm going to document it to see how much my beard grows in a year.
Haha thats strange because i had exactly that idea yesterday, even told my SO already. On 27 th January its my 27 birthday and im Starting my Yeard. Im a late beard starter, at 26 i had a lot of gaps and nearly no cheek hair, but i started Dermarolling, exercising and dieting mixed with Coopenhagen groomings activator serum and Minoxidil and now i got really good results! Now i feel confident to let it grow out and im super hyped!
I'm seven months into my yeard . The only thing that I trim is my mustache and my cheek line once a month or so. It was about month 4 when my beard started laying down and taking shape. So far I have loved the journey.
A yeard journey...need a gospel from the trusted teacher! 😁 really enjoy your content and unbiased info and tips. I am Just getting into products and dang it does make a difference. Keep up the great work. Thank you
I started my beard in April 2020. After 6 months I did trim the center which allowed the sides to catch up and eventually my beard ended up fuller and of course with your tips I have finally gotten into a routine. yes, I trim the sprit ends but the care that I learned from you...good quality oil, butter at night and on and on. I did find that with a mostly white beard I need to put a utility type balm in right after I put oil in my beard right after I shower and wash my beard. Yes, you have said not to wash everyday but I live in Las Vegas with 10% humidity or less and lots of wind and dirt blowing around. I still have a slightly wet beard when using oil and balm, then I dry it a little (after waiting 5 min like you taught us) with a heated brush. A blow drier is just too much dry heat and I get enough of that outside.
Dan C Hey brother.. great video 👍 I’ve been watching and staying in contact with you since last summer 2020 and my YEARD end date is approaching on April 18th 2021 ... ALL of the advice you have shared with your videos and DM on care PATIENCE and product’s have definitely changed my beard journey this time around !!! So thankful that I found your DAN C BEARDED help contacts... YOU ARE A GREAT PERSON AND AN AWESOME TEACHER Thank you Brother
On Feb 1st I’ll be 10 months into my yeard. It’s been pretty cool. Honestly wearing a mask has made it easier, not everyone gets to see it if I have a bad beard day. My wife has been mostly supportive, depending on the day. She loves how I smell now, she did at one point say she wouldn’t kiss me again until I trimmed the mustache (which I did). I’m surprised at how much I was able to grow, I’m a little bummed at the sides, but that’s been kinda good for me to stop being OCD about it. I’m looking forward to April 1st so I can clean up some of the transparency at the bottom and get it looking really good. I’ve taken pictures along the way, so maybe I’ll send you a slideshow when I’m done. Thanks for everything man, I would I have made it this far or even known what a yeard was without your videos!
Next month (02/15/21) it will have been two years since I have plied a razor to my face. I'm only at nine and a half inches right now but I have taken off about two and a half inches in health and transparency trims, in the last year. My goal is a terminal length rounded beard. There is quite a bit of beard lore lodged in my brain Thanks to Dan for helping with that knowledge. I love having a beard.
Last time I shaved was December 6th 2020! So thats my end date to see how long if a beard i made haha 😁 man I can't wait! I'm actually really close to the 2 month mark!
I concur. One of the best ways to reach a yeard is to document. I did a picture once every 2 weeks. Seeing the progress through pictures instead of a mirror really motivated me. I’m now 4 months away from a Tweard!! Another great video for all beardsmen! 🤘🏻
I have been doing my beard now for a little over a year and a half. I started and got crazy from some people but now it has grown on them as much as it has on me. I watched your channel along the way learning and getting tips. My goal was to get to your level. Guess what... I MADE IT. I mean I don't have near the knowledge you do but I learned alot and it has been a great and fun journey. Thank you for the inspiration. Oh I'm at 11 inches blow dried straight 😁
@@DanCBearded yes it does. I am in love with my beard. I used to die it but then I stopped and let it go. A salt and pepper with a little extra salt, lol. But thanks for teaching me how to tend to my beard.
With a loose definition of yeard, I got mine last month. I have had a couple small trimmings but committed to growing out to around 8in. Your channel has been an amazing help in the process. Thank you.
Iv had everything from stubble to a bit over a grade 2 beard for the past 10 years.........time to take it to the next level. As of new year I plan to grow a YEARD clean shaven on the first and create a fresh years probably with just stash trimming above the lip 😂 wish me luck you should create a subscriber photo compilation for a year from new years.......just an idea any way subbed thanks for the inspiration brother. Happy holidays
I didn't start out wanting to grow a yeard . It was more in protest of them constantly changing my schedule at work. I saw no reason to get up early and shave if it meant the next day I'd work until 9 and have to be at work at 8. Anyway one month turned into two, two three etc. Now I'm at a year and half and if I hadn't gone to a barber and get a "trim" I would be a lot further along in my journey. I'm about 3 months until my true yeard. Only small trims and only on the bottom. Just wish the sides would catch up.
I reached my yeard at new years, Thanks Dan for all the videos, you have educated me along my journey. Now I'm going for two years, just letting it grow.
As you known, after a life of short beard, I grew a beard for 9 months, then shave it off... It was about 5 and a half inches long and shave it was probably a big mistake, but I had doubts and unfortunately sometimes I made big mistakes. Now I'm on my yeard journey again! I'm taking a photo of my face everyday and I can't wait for my beard to be long. I learned a couple of very important things: I have to be patient, I have rock what I have and I have to stay healthy and positive. 😉
July 1st started my Yeard. 1st time growing a beard ever and I'm 40 years old! I don't have good genetics for a beard but I'm trying everything. Eating healthier, more water intake, vitamins, exercise, minoxidil, derma-rolling, beard oil and brushing, and not shaving. Maybe later I'll trim up the neck area, but not until I see some inches. Thank you Dan for all your content it has helped me so much already.
Im soon in to a yeard and im doing it without to trim it almost at all. And its really liberating!! 😀 im blowdrying because its really curly and a really gästutdy match to maintain otherwise... but with some blowdrying and some oil and balm its a hole other story! Like your channel a lot!! Best regards from Jimmy
Great video! Cheers! 1st time trying a yeard. Started December 2020. Wish I'd though of taking pictures, but I've made myself laugh as I changed my tune on tools and products so far: Month 2 "load of rubbish this plastic comb malarcky". Plastic brush bought. Month 3 "OK. I've got a Kent comb now, but no way I'll ever use a blow dryer, that's for girls". But, yeah, supermarket beard balm is full of nasty stuff" Ordered carrier oils and butters for DIY. Plastic comb and brush binned. Month 4 I'm blow drying most days. Now adept at round brush technique. Month 5. Wife is loving her home-made lavender-scented body butter (I had to buy more shea online!). Decided lavender and cedarwood is the best blend ever! Bought an oil burner for the extra essential oils... And now have 7 potions coditioner in the shower too! 😂
@@DanCBearded it really does! Vids are always a few weeks behind that's probably why. I'm just happy to finally be able to say I HAVE A BEARD again. The first 10 weeks are so painful.
Been thinking about it too. My wife doesn't like the length it is now. But if there is a goal in mind, maybe just maybe. I like the commitment idea. I have already not trimmed for 2 months.
I’ll never forget the day I hit my yeard... It felt like a huge accomplishment... I likened it to when I got my college degree.. Yes, you heard me!
That's a sweet beard bruh. I'm almost 4 months into my very first yeard and I can't wait to see what I have after the year mark...Hell I may even go for a tweard idk lol.
@@mizzoupatriot8814 How did it go?
I'm into month 3 ... it's been a true learning experience. I'm 60 and this is the first time I've grown a beard. I've always said I couldn't grow a beard if my life depended on it. I've been happily surprised and Dan has been such an incredible source of knowledge and encouragement. Thank you Dan!!
Growing an untrimmed yeard was the best decision I ever made with my beard. My yeard was accomplished in Nov. 2020 and there's no looking back now! It really made me take it a lot more seriously and your advice was key to that success. Now on to the tweard!
January 1st was a year and a half for me. I'm going to try to keep going for two. I stumbled upon DanC at the beginning of my journey. If you are just starting out or in the middle of your journey, you really need to stick with Dan. The man does his homework! Not just because he's a teacher but because you can see and feel his passion for beards, cutting through the myths that are out there and for helping his fellow beardsmen. Thank you Dan for all the work that you do and for the confidence that you build up in all of us! Keep it up brother.
Awesome comment!
I agree. You can get very conflicting information on beard care on the internet. Awhile back I decided to listen mainly to Dan and keep the course with him. As said he does the research and has an awesome beard to prove his information and tips work. And the best thing is he doesn't give conflicting information, has done the research and is honest with what he's saying.
9months into my yeard .
It's been so much more then growing a beard , it truly has taught me I have very little patience and it's shown me how fast I make rash decisions-
Example this is my 4th attempt to complete a full year , failing 3 times at 6months with rash decision to shave without weighing the fact of 6 months investment.
3 months to go I believe I'm gonna make it this time.
You got this!
I’m just shy of 10 months into my yeard, and I honestly think it’s something everybody should do at least once in their lives. Huge shoutout to my wife for being supportive throughout the journey.
I'm 6 months into my years. Much respect to those who don't trim during the process...not possible for me. Some light trimming for shape and to get rid of that see through look. Recommend the journey for all!
I always trimmed along the way also, so I hear ya!
I do not plan on a yeard, but I watched because I always pick up useful information from your videos that applies to me.
This was no exception. Keep the videos coming.
Thank you so much Daniel! I really appreciate that. I try to make content that is at least interesting, even if it doesn't apply for their beard
I’m at 22 weeks….beard at 4”. Challenge is keeping a low profile at work as a home PT…it’s impossible to hide this mass under a surgical mask, plus keeping cool in hot Colorado weather. Of course, my clients love my hot hands, therapeutic touch…so glad I did not have to give that up during COVID.
I guess you’d call me a purist, but it’s my Seven Yeard. No trimming period. I love it. Next goal is belt buckle.
Love this. Started my yeard in November. Excited to see where it goes.
I am excited to follow it!
I'm only 7 weeks in and can't believe how good it looks on me. Might just go for that yeard. absolutely loving these videos 👍
That’s is fantastic!!
Started my yeard Jan 1. I’ve been using the channel for all my beard education.
February 8th will mark my yeard, and it's been a fascinating and rewarding journey. Next stop: prophet skillz!
Good timing, I started growing a yeard the 1st of this year, so I'm just barely out the door with it but I'm expecting quite the journey.
Same here, good luck!
i also started jan 1st. ol lady is NOT a beard fan so the "homeless crackhead" comments are the hardest part.
still trudging
I started the 1st of January. I got lucky my wife loves it
Im going to forest gump mine. 3 years 2 months and 16 days
Niiiiice
Just starting my fifth month, looking forward to hitting that one year mark 👍🏻.
Heck yeah! Keep it going
@@DanCBearded Definitely Dan! Excellent videos, I always learn something new from you !👍🏻
Proper tools and good quality products are key to success in growing a yeard.
I'm 3/4 months in and getting to the point where I feel its stopped growing. Trying to watch these videos to give me motivation to keep going
Keep it up! It is possible you have hit terminal length, but likely not. You are probably just not noticing the growth as much now or outside factors are impacting the growth
I’m 7 months in and I can relate to what you’re saying. For about 2 months it didn’t seem to be doing much of anything, then all of a sudden it looked like it grew 2” overnight.
The longer your beard is, the less you're going to notice week to week or even month to month progress.
I've worn a short goatee for 20 years. I decided to grow a full beard 10 weeks ago but I didn't shave the goatee first. Committed to a yeard to allow everything to grow together before deciding on a trimming style. Long way to go but it's starting to look pretty good already. Never had to worry about products before. With a mostly white beard I'm finding products are essential to maintain the growth without being dry and brittle. Your advice has been very helpful. Without it I may have gotten frustrated and shaved. Thanks for being here.
I did the exact same thing mate. Had a long goatee when I decided to grow a full beard.
Trimmed the goatee back to around 2 inches, let the full beard grow for around 4 months, then trimmed the goatee back a bit more to even it up.
Once I hit 6 months of letting it grow, I was able to get the shape that I wanted, and is now full and even.
Keep growing it as you are mate. Hopefully you see the same results that I did
Done my first month…11 months to go…..will keep you posted..
All the best from a young 76 year old beardie.
John Worters.
Fantastic!!! Cant wait to hear more
Dan C the one thing that is missing in all these bearded videos something to think about is the beards man who have not made it that far yet, u should create a video of photos of urself during ur beard journey to show ur awkward phase etc.
Wife loves it longer....so no problem there. Thanks for all your videos. You are helping me on the journey. I've been bearded for over 30 years but I'm going for the Yeard. It's been about 6 months growth.
Thanks for the comment!
I did a yeard and a half. Then i trimmed it back to 7 inches. I’m happy at that length. Good video 👍🏻
The beauty of growing is you get to decide what is best for you and you have no doubts!
Started my yeard Jan 1. Just found Dan C last week and first heard of beard products. This is the first time taking beard health seriously. This should be an interesting year.
I’m pumped to hear about how it goes!
Have not touched anything but my mustache and neckline since Oct. 2022. Ive never made it passed 6 months in the past, but this time I am truly taking my care routine seriously. Can not wait to see the end result of this 1st Year(d) journey.
Heck yeah man, that’s awesome!
Growing my beard for the first time,
I'm 55 years old.
This will be a fun journey for 1 year
Oh awesome!! You’re in the right place 🤝
@@DanCBearded
Thank you sir,
So far I took a pic after 30 days.
Thanks for the video Dan was great! Wow 11 to 12 inches your beard is right now . I always admire that length, looks nice on you Teacher !
Thank you!
Looking back at the first year of my beard journey, I guess I did a yeard without realizing it. I never even heard the word until about a month or so ago, I did keep my sides and mustache trimmed pretty short but I didn't lit touch the front or neck line. Not long after the first year I quit trimming the sides, and I quit trimming my mustache about 1-2 months ago. I actually had a total stranger approach me in walmart last weekend about my beard and asked how long I had been growing it. I told him about 1 1/2 years, he was really struggling growing a beard, so I told him about your TH-cam channel and sent him to the Beardcare section for some beard wash and honest amish beard oil. Talking about my journey with an interested stranger really made my day!
That’s awesome all around!!
It's a wonderful beginner's journey. I'm at 8 months! zero trimming.
I've been taking my picture of my yeard progress for three months and it's been a heckin fun! It's such a motivation to see it growing as I scroll through the photos. Can't wait to share it!
I'm taking pics at the start of each month for my second yeard. Been growing this second yeard since October 2020. I plan on making a gif once it's at the yeard mark.
Oh that is very cool!
I am at 7 months into my yeard. Length is 4 1/2 inches and I am stoked about the process. Not growing as fast as I would like but it is growing nonetheless. As I have stated in the past, I am a retired Air Force member who didn’t get the enjoyment of a beard for over 20 years so I am going to enjoy this. Really wish I had documented from my start date but hey, maybe I will start now for historical purposes. Love the channel, love the Mitten, and loving retirement.
Exciting that you are going to document now! Better late than never
I've start this on 1/1/21 and just used beard oil for the 1st time 3 days ago.
You've come to the right place! 👊🧔
Started my yeard 7/27/20 after retiring from 23 years in law enforcement. I just started growing a beard because I hadn’t been able to with work. Didn’t know at the time there was a word for it (yeard), or what I was doing as far as beard maintenance. Slowly began learning more, and came across Dan’s videos here which have really helped me understand how to care for my beard. Almost at the halfway mark, and I’ve been taking a pic every 27th of the month to chart my progress. Thanks for all you do Dan, and love the positive vibe among the group of helping build each other up.
That is awesome to hear, thank you Robert for the kind words. Also thank you for what you did with work and you should enjoy it all now!
Yes I am doing a Yeard myself for the first time. Very excited to see my beard at the 1 year point. I have always loved Beards and was very tired of shaving them because of work. I want to grow one for the cold months as well. The full beard will always be what a man will always do.
That is awesome! Be sure to keep us posted
@@DanCBearded
I will no problem
I just went over the six month mark and really like the idea of setting a date goal of one year. At that point, reevaluate. Maybe it will have become part of my lifestyle, maybe not. But it's good to have that point and it will be a great feeling to have made the commitment and followed through. Whatever happens, I just had my passport pics taken so the look will definitely be lasting at least 10 years. 😀
I just started my yeard about 11 weeks ago so I still have a ways to go. Already I’m doing better than any of my previous attempts do to this channel and community. Thanks Dan C keep dropping that knowledge on us bud.
You grew that beard in 11 weeks?
Man your so right I grew it shaved it and went threw a depression lol but it's back 7 inches now lol the wife finally accepted it lol once in awhile she might throw a hint but she always compliments me on the care
OH good!
I'm over half way through an unintentional yeard. I just made up my mind in late May 22 that I'd grow a beard and here I am in Jan 23 with no significant trims other than keeping the tache in check. Loving it so far and your videos have really helped! 👍👍
Oh that’s awesome!!
I started my beard during the first UK Lockdown, and not looked backs im on about 18 months now. the ends are fine and one of your videos told me why. your info is so helpful.
Had a goatee for many years. Sides never really came in well enough to keep and the itch would always get me. On a vacation when I didn't shave it started coming. Decided at that point to go for the yeard (not even knowing the term at the time) discovered beard products and Dan's videos. Wife never liked it, but said I could "keep" it since I was taking care of it. At the end of the year I went to a barber for a clean-up. Wasn't happy with the results so I'm half way through my 2nd year and will trim it myself at the anniversary. Thanks to all the advice and support from Dan and the community, this has been an exceptional experience.
Thank you Richard!
I think I’m in 7 months now only thing I trim is tha stache I learned a lot since I’ve been going with yeard. Everything I have learned is from u and also try and fails but in it to get it done! Just grow it! Great vid positive and very helpful to stick with it THANK D.C.B!!!!!👍
I’ve been documenting my journey weekly. 3 months in!
That is great!!
My yeard will be complete in March of this year. Started last year as all the virus stuff started popping off. I was about 3 months in when I decided to really go for it since I wasn't trimming anyway. Been a good experience for sure. The biggest thing I've encountered as a negative is other people. It's surprising how many people have an opinion once you start growing it out. I've had facial hair since I was in high school, but never really gone for a big beard until last year. I'm 40 years old. 😅 I have no plans to trim it down after the year is up. Probably go for that coveted 2-yeard after! Anywho, glad I stumbled onto the channel. I liked and subscribed. 👍
Butters after you get length and it wont dry out by end of day like oil does with your squatchery......my beard was drinking a bottle of oil in no time vs a 4 oz tub of butter lasts months! And butter keeps me soft n BEAUTIFUL all day n night! And watch Dan He is the best!!
I've tried them all GRAVE BEFORE SHAVE CIGAR BLEND BUTTER IS MY FAVORITE I GO BACK TO
Just finished my year on Thanksgiving. 52 years old and have never had a beard and for the last 15 years I have been shaving head. Have let it also grow for a year. Going to let it all go for another year and then go from there. Thanks for all the great info.
That’s fantastic David!
Thanks for another great video. Very good insight into the process of a yeard. I am 10 months in and I love it. At this point I think it might be permanent! If anyone watching this video is considering a yeard, just let me say “DO IT”. Definitely an exercise in patience but very satisfying if your a beardsman.
Do it!!
I hit a yeard last September. Between a business beard and a power beard is the Awkward Stage (beware!). Also, maintenance trims are highly recommend for the cut-to-style effect.
Hitting 11 weeks tomorrow! Thank you for the great content sir!
Fellow Middle school History teacher. Started my yeard in March when we went online only for Covid-19. I'm almost at 11 months, about 7 inches. Trimmed mustache and edges. Beards do make you a more effective teacher (confidence, ice breaker), fantastic side effect! I only use Detroit Grooming Butter at night, and it's better than ever. Your advice has been spot on, keep it up brother!
Awesome to hear, thanks Ken! We go back in person tomorrow for the first time with students
@@DanCBearded lucky! All distance all year for Hawaii so far. Still have to wear a mask, the beard is not happy
The trusted teacher
Great video! I love the idea of the pictures every week 🙂Like you said I agree it gives a solid statement that people can't refute. I definitely agree a little trimming is a good idea and it is still a yeard at the end.
Yes! Thank you!
@@DanCBearded You're welcome! I think people get too stuck on certain aspects of it. Just let it grow and enjoy it!
I’m starting my years journey this month, you’re my my motivation Captain Dan C
Glad you found the channel!
Stumbled apon your videos and I started growing my beard in October,just started using beard oil yesterday, can already see a difference,getting my octane order in Monday,That's exciting..
That’s awesome!
I feel so frustrated with my beard, but you're keeping me inspired.
Seasonal Mustache/Goatee enthusiast - now going full beard. Researching products, balms, butters, care tips and all-- led me to your site. Seems to be a fairly large community. Thanks for your comprehensive details...
Let me know if you have any questions!
I'll start taking pictures. I started fresh Feb 25th
Excited to follow the journey back!
My experience from growing a beard in general is not listening to the haters. No one in my family ever grew long beards, everyone seemed to shave at least every two days. I got out the military and said I was done shaving. So after a few goes and listening to people to cut it, which I did. I am finally now at a point in my life where I'm not "me" without the beard to everyone. Scale of 1 to 10 I'm calling my beard a 5, but everyone around seems to think it's much better. People have asked me for advice on beard growing, never thought that would be someone would ask me. So here is my advice. Do you, let it grow for longer than you initially want to, really give yourself time, stop stressing all these products, don't let some random barber hack at your beard when you get a hair cut, trim your own beard, don't cut it all off if you don't like trim you got, don't line your beard up as it's growing out, stop giving yourself a chin strap where you cut the line of your neck almost up to the tip of your chin, stop pulling your hairs out as they grow, if you have a patchy beard it is what is (just have a wicked hair cut), trimming doesn't make your hair grow faster, it's itchy at the beginning because the tips of your hair is cut at an angle then curl back (this faze will pass), when you trim your beard clean your hair up (don't be that guy), don't trim your beard at night when you are tired (go to sleep and I bet in the morning you don't even trim it), keep a brush in each bathroom, in the hallway, one in the car/ truck, clean everything out your beard when done eating (stop stressing it during the whole meal), people definitely know when you are thinking because chances are you will stroke your beard, look up terminal length and get over it your beard will only grow so long, and most of all just do you.
Great feedback! Thank you for taking the time to leave this comment Joseph!
A literally started mine in early November.
I’ve had a beard of verifying lengths for like 10 years, but I’m going to stick it out for the yeard.
Thanks again.
Super exciting!
Great explanation of what a yeard is and why to grow it. I myself am 5 months in and love this.
Awesome to hear!
I started my yeard journey on January 1st of 2021. I'm kinda digging it so far the itchy phased sucked but I got passed it thanks to you Dan c thank you
Started my Yeard May 1st 2020 and have "mostly" enjoyed the journey. My wife isn't a huge fan but is always supportive. At 1 year the plan is to do a good shaping trim. I do trim my mustache and sideburns along the way but that's it. I take pictures every 2 weeks. Of course you and your channel have been priceless. I'm at 6" now but started with a stubble goatee.
I’m going to do a clean shave on January 1st and go for a yeard so this video is perfect for me.
Awesome!
Shortly after I found your channel I decided to start fresh and trim my beard down to stubble to begin my yeard. November 18, 2021 is my end date and my wife and I have already been doing the weekly pictures (left side, right side, and front views). At the end of the year we will compile the pictures into a slideshow or something and send them to you! 👊🧔
Started my year on 21 October 2020. Thanks for your advise and your videos. Good to be part of an awesome brotherhood of bearded brother!
One thing I think might help two is throwing this extra challenge in the beginning, if the three month challenge. I’m sure you know, but it’s where you just let it go for three months. The advantage is I think is you won’t be over trimming when it comes time to trim, and you will have more confidence about your beard once you’ve seen it grown in. 😃
Great add on and tip that could really make the difference!
I started my yeard towards the end of March 2020, so I'm getting close. Though I may not count as I had a goatee (I think that's what it's called) at the start. But it has been fun learning about how to maintain it.
I started my yeard the middle of April last year (10 months ago) it’s definitely been a journey but with guys like you and a couple other fellas on TH-cam it’s been a fun learning experience.
I hit a year in October but starting today, February 1st, I'm trimming some stragglers and starting my #yeard journey again! This time I'm going to document it to see how much my beard grows in a year.
Super cool! I’m excited to follow it 👊
Haha thats strange because i had exactly that idea yesterday, even told my SO already.
On 27 th January its my 27 birthday and im Starting my Yeard.
Im a late beard starter, at 26 i had a lot of gaps and nearly no cheek hair, but i started Dermarolling, exercising and dieting
mixed with Coopenhagen groomings activator serum and Minoxidil and now i got really good results!
Now i feel confident to let it grow out and im super hyped!
I'm seven months into my yeard . The only thing that I trim is my mustache and my cheek line once a month or so. It was about month 4 when my beard started laying down and taking shape. So far I have loved the journey.
Sounds awesome Jason!
A yeard journey...need a gospel from the trusted teacher! 😁 really enjoy your content and unbiased info and tips. I am Just getting into products and dang it does make a difference. Keep up the great work. Thank you
I started my beard in April 2020. After 6 months I did trim the center which allowed the sides to catch up and eventually my beard ended up fuller and of course with your tips I have finally gotten into a routine. yes, I trim the sprit ends but the care that I learned from you...good quality oil, butter at night and on and on. I did find that with a mostly white beard I need to put a utility type balm in right after I put oil in my beard right after I shower and wash my beard. Yes, you have said not to wash everyday but I live in Las Vegas with 10% humidity or less and lots of wind and dirt blowing around. I still have a slightly wet beard when using oil and balm, then I dry it a little (after waiting 5 min like you taught us) with a heated brush. A blow drier is just too much dry heat and I get enough of that outside.
Dan C
Hey brother.. great video 👍
I’ve been watching and staying in contact with you since last summer 2020 and my YEARD end date is approaching on April 18th 2021 ... ALL of the advice you have shared with your videos and DM on care PATIENCE and product’s have definitely changed my beard journey this time around !!! So thankful that I found your DAN C BEARDED help contacts... YOU ARE A GREAT PERSON AND AN AWESOME TEACHER
Thank you Brother
On Feb 1st I’ll be 10 months into my yeard. It’s been pretty cool. Honestly wearing a mask has made it easier, not everyone gets to see it if I have a bad beard day. My wife has been mostly supportive, depending on the day. She loves how I smell now, she did at one point say she wouldn’t kiss me again until I trimmed the mustache (which I did). I’m surprised at how much I was able to grow, I’m a little bummed at the sides, but that’s been kinda good for me to stop being OCD about it. I’m looking forward to April 1st so I can clean up some of the transparency at the bottom and get it looking really good. I’ve taken pictures along the way, so maybe I’ll send you a slideshow when I’m done. Thanks for everything man, I would I have made it this far or even known what a yeard was without your videos!
Next month (02/15/21) it will have been two years since I have plied a razor to my face. I'm only at nine and a half inches right now but I have taken off about two and a half inches in health and transparency trims, in the last year. My goal is a terminal length rounded beard. There is quite a bit of beard lore lodged in my brain Thanks to Dan for helping with that knowledge. I love having a beard.
Last time I shaved was December 6th 2020! So thats my end date to see how long if a beard i made haha 😁 man I can't wait! I'm actually really close to the 2 month mark!
Iv been growing mine since May with one little trim
I concur. One of the best ways to reach a yeard is to document. I did a picture once every 2 weeks. Seeing the progress through pictures instead of a mirror really motivated me. I’m now 4 months away from a Tweard!! Another great video for all beardsmen! 🤘🏻
I have been doing my beard now for a little over a year and a half. I started and got crazy from some people but now it has grown on them as much as it has on me. I watched your channel along the way learning and getting tips. My goal was to get to your level. Guess what... I MADE IT. I mean I don't have near the knowledge you do but I learned alot and it has been a great and fun journey. Thank you for the inspiration. Oh I'm at 11 inches blow dried straight 😁
That is so cool to hear! I bet it looks amazing
@@DanCBearded yes it does. I am in love with my beard. I used to die it but then I stopped and let it go. A salt and pepper with a little extra salt, lol. But thanks for teaching me how to tend to my beard.
With a loose definition of yeard, I got mine last month. I have had a couple small trimmings but committed to growing out to around 8in. Your channel has been an amazing help in the process. Thank you.
I started my beard in 2017. I have since influenced my twin nephews and a couple of Facebook friends 🎅 I use Santa because I'm grey/white.
Iv had everything from stubble to a bit over a grade 2 beard for the past 10 years.........time to take it to the next level. As of new year I plan to grow a YEARD clean shaven on the first and create a fresh years probably with just stash trimming above the lip 😂 wish me luck you should create a subscriber photo compilation for a year from new years.......just an idea any way subbed thanks for the inspiration brother. Happy holidays
Let’s get it, you got this and welcome to the channel! Happy holidays 🤝
I just started mine in may! Can’t wait to see how it goes
Oh that’s awesome!!
I'm working on my yeard. It will be fully a year the end of August
Awesome!
Just hit 5 months into my yeard! 💪🏾
Let’s get it!
I didn't start out wanting to grow a yeard . It was more in protest of them constantly changing my schedule at work. I saw no reason to get up early and shave if it meant the next day I'd work until 9 and have to be at work at 8. Anyway one month turned into two, two three etc. Now I'm at a year and half and if I hadn't gone to a barber and get a "trim" I would be a lot further along in my journey. I'm about 3 months until my true yeard. Only small trims and only on the bottom. Just wish the sides would catch up.
I love that starting story!
I reached my yeard at new years,
Thanks Dan for all the videos, you have educated me along my journey. Now I'm going for two years, just letting it grow.
As you known, after a life of short beard, I grew a beard for 9 months, then shave it off... It was about 5 and a half inches long and shave it was probably a big mistake, but I had doubts and unfortunately sometimes I made big mistakes. Now I'm on my yeard journey again! I'm taking a photo of my face everyday and I can't wait for my beard to be long. I learned a couple of very important things: I have to be patient, I have rock what I have and I have to stay healthy and positive. 😉
I started my yeard in August. I have a before picture but I didn't think about weekly pictures. Good idea!
Just started my first yeard on the first of January! Looking forward to seeing how it goes
Awesome timing! Please keep me posted on your journey 👊
July 1st started my Yeard. 1st time growing a beard ever and I'm 40 years old! I don't have good genetics for a beard but I'm trying everything. Eating healthier, more water intake, vitamins, exercise, minoxidil, derma-rolling, beard oil and brushing, and not shaving. Maybe later I'll trim up the neck area, but not until I see some inches. Thank you Dan for all your content it has helped me so much already.
That's awesome to hear John!
Im soon in to a yeard and im doing it without to trim it almost at all. And its really liberating!! 😀 im blowdrying because its really curly and a really gästutdy match to maintain otherwise... but with some blowdrying and some oil and balm its a hole other story!
Like your channel a lot!!
Best regards from Jimmy
Thank you Jimmy!
Great video! Cheers!
1st time trying a yeard. Started December 2020. Wish I'd though of taking pictures, but I've made myself laugh as I changed my tune on tools and products so far:
Month 2 "load of rubbish this plastic comb malarcky". Plastic brush bought.
Month 3 "OK. I've got a Kent comb now, but no way I'll ever use a blow dryer, that's for girls". But, yeah, supermarket beard balm is full of nasty stuff" Ordered carrier oils and butters for DIY.
Plastic comb and brush binned.
Month 4 I'm blow drying most days. Now adept at round brush technique.
Month 5. Wife is loving her home-made lavender-scented body butter (I had to buy more shea online!).
Decided lavender and cedarwood is the best blend ever!
Bought an oil burner for the extra essential oils...
And now have 7 potions coditioner in the shower too! 😂
Sounds like you are crushing it!
Looking to start my years on April 2nd. Can’t wait.
Any reason on that date? If you don’t mind me asking
@@DanCBearded last day in uniform after 20 years in the Army.
@jasonrad9332 amazing!! Beyond well deserved. I believe I remember you mentioning that now
Wish I had started with beard products earlier but definitely not shaving to start over.
You better not shave that beauty!
I'm on week 15 of traditional Yeard! Can't wait to see how it fills out. Never done this before :)
Man it doesn't seem like it has been 15 weeks. Time goes so fast
@@DanCBearded it really does! Vids are always a few weeks behind that's probably why. I'm just happy to finally be able to say I HAVE A BEARD again. The first 10 weeks are so painful.
Been thinking about it too. My wife doesn't like the length it is now. But if there is a goal in mind, maybe just maybe. I like the commitment idea. I have already not trimmed for 2 months.
Did a lazy Tweard when I was in my early 20’s and didn’t take care of it AT ALL. Almost 3 months into my Yeard, and loving the journey as usual! 🤙🏻