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Do beard rollers work to promote beard growth?
We’ve been asking ourselves the same question so we called in the pros.
The question is, is it worth adding the tool to your grooming regime?
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Meet the Experts
What Are Beard Rollers?
It’s similar to the average derma roller, but with a larger head.
They implement the same mechanics but are intended to stimulate hair growth.
How Do Beard Rollers Work?
When it comes to that hair-growth stimulation, how do beard rollers actually work?
It can be used to deliver active ingredients that plump, hydrate, or stimulate collagen.
He goes on to say that anecdotal reports suggest that derma rolling may positively affect beard growth.
Dr. Maiman is skeptical about the efficacy of beard rollers in triggering hair growth on the face.
The participants in the study were divided into two groups," says Maiman.
Gross strongly questions the use of a beard roller to stimulate beard hair growth.
There is not enough evidence to support that beard rollers help with hair growth.
If youre looking to thicken hair, you should opt for Rogaine, he says.
He also recommends that you avoid active acne or folliculitis spots to prevent infection.
How to Choose a Beard Roller
Dr. Maimon recommends looking for rollers containing needles of about 0.5-0.75mm.
“They are more efficient at reaching the follicles and stimulating collagen production,” she says.
He recommends using it twice weekly with the Activator Serum it comes with.
BeautyBio promises their beard roller and serum set can help grow fuller-looking hair within a month of use.
The roller is designed to hug the jawline to enable comfortable treatment without tugging.
Aftercare
Dr. Turner suggests hydrating the skin following use.
“This supports healthy skin and as such healthy beard hair.
However, they do cite anecdotal evidence showing promise.
The beard trend shows no signs of abating, so why not give the cell-generating microneedling process a try?
If nothing else, it can lend someskincare benefits to the face.
However, they do a cite anecdotal evidence showing promise.
If nothing else, the process will offer skincare benefits.
