# Shape-Based Beard Guides This Infographic Gives Tips for the Best Beard for Your Face Type By Alyson Wyers | Published 2014-09-15 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/best-beard References: [designtaxi](http://designtaxi.com/news/369280/Infographic-The-Best-Type-Of-Beard-For-Your-Face-Shape/) & [mashable](http://mashable.com/2014/09/13/best-beard-for-your-face/) This infographic explains what the best beard for you is based on your face shape. Created by Mashable with intel from Craig the Barber, 'The Best Beard For Your Face' will be especially helpful for hipsters. According to the chart, the ideal face shape for men is either oval or square. Using your [facial hair](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harrys-beard-care), you can groom yourself to give the appearance you have a different face structure to adhere to this standard. The infographic also offers [grooming tips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chi-pour-homme) for those who were born with these ideal shapes. But for those with no chin or rectangular face, they offer more specific advice. On the other hand, if you have a small face it is suggested you say [clean shaven](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foil-shaver) all together. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Shape-based Beard Guides:** Opportunity for grooming brands to develop shape-based beard products and accessories to cater to different face shapes. - **Personalized Grooming:** Opportunity for personalized grooming services that analyze face shapes and provide tailored grooming recommendations. - **Facial Recognition Technology:** Opportunity for tech companies to develop facial recognition software that advises on the best beard styles based on an individual's face shape. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Grooming:** There is an opportunity for grooming brands and barbershops to offer specialized services and products based on individual face shapes. - **Personal Care:** Personal care brands can develop targeted marketing campaigns and products that address different face shapes and beard styles. - **Technology:** Tech companies can capitalize on the growing personal grooming trend by developing innovative facial recognition software for beard styling and grooming. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Beard-Specific Hair Trimmers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-beard-hedger.md) - [Botanical Men's Grooming Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/face-and-beard-care.md) - [Virtual Hair Trimming Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wahl-style-selector.md) - [Stubble-Sculpting Hair Trimmers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manscaped-the-chairman-pro.md) - [AI Face Analyzers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/face-shape-detect.md) - [Beard-Focused Premium Grooming Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-grooming-brand.md) - [Camera-Equipped Beard Shavers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kongeeker-q1.md) - [AI Eyewear Try-Ons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pairfect-match-ai.md) - [Social Good Beard Contests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/benevolent-beards-contest.md)