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Beard Liberation Front

27th April

Media Release

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Working From Home beard: Week 6. Warning on ‘beards of convenience’

The Beard Liberation Front, the informal network of beard wearers, has said that with many working from home, and barbers closed, the numbers of people growing beards has increased significantly. Unilever has reported a downturn in sales of razors due to people ‘shaving less’ underlining that lockdown beards are becoming permanent.

However the campaigners say that the lockdown beard must be maintained and not just left to sprout any old how.

Christopher Howse writing in the 10,000^th edition of The Spectator this week warned against ‘beards of convenience, worn like unwashed vests.

With many work meetings now taking place virtually via Skype, Zoom or Team a working from home beard may add gravitas to the wearers on-line presence but not if it is an unkempt mess

BLF Organiser Keith Flett, we cannot say enough that growing a beard is just the first part of a process. Once you have grown it regular maintenance is essential.

Working From Home beard. How to maintain your beard

1 Check daily for any split ends or misplaced hairs and remove them

2 Wash & comb through the beard every day at least once, preferably more often.

3 To maintain hair quality beard oils or balms are used by some, while others marinate briefly in imperial stout

4 Occasional pruning will help to strengthen hair growth and make sure you desired style is maintained

5 Don’t forget to post the occasional picture of your well maintained beard on social media to encourage others.