I tested Scotch Porter Beard Wash for one month. Read my review here to learn more about my experience.

I recently stumbled onto a beard wash, co-wash, and oil combination that I really like. Read more about how I combined Cremo, Kühn and Dr. Squatch for a winning combination and a softer beard.

Reviewing beard care products for a year has really gotten me interested in the variety of ingredients different brands use in their products. So much so that I decided to try some of the individual ingredients on their own. This will give me a better understanding of how they work and the effect they have on my beard. I am hopeful this will improve my ability to review products. The first ingredient I decided to try individually is Pumpkin Seed Oil, a well-known and popular carrier oil.

Beard wash seems pretty self-explanatory, but what is a beard co-wash? In this quick post, we’ll look at beard wash and beard co-wash to gain an understanding of both.

Beard oil and beard balm seem similar, but each one serves a very different purpose.

Shopping for beard products can be confusing. There are several different kinds of products. Many have overlapping benefits, but also have qualities that make them suitable for different applications. In this post, we’ll look at beard balm and beard butter to see what the differences are and decide when to use each type of product.

I tested Cremo Palo Santo Beard Wash & Softener from Cremo’s Reserve Collection for three weeks. Read my review here to learn more about my experience.

My review of Average Bros Beard Balm - The Workshop. Keep reading to learn how it felt in my beard, what I thought of the smell, and my impression overall.

From September of 2025 through February of 2026, I tested seven beard oils available at big-box stores. I tested each beard oil for a period of at least two weeks, carefully observing the effect each oil had on my beard.

Using names like “Best Damn Beard Wash” and “Best Damn Beard Oil” certainly makes a bold claim right off the bat. I tested Duke Cannon Best Damn Beard Wash for two weeks. While it didn’t make me shun all other beard washes in favor of this one, I did enjoy the results.

What’s the difference between the Classic, Premium and Pure Unscented versions of Honest Amish beard oil? Based on my own experience, here are the key differences.

I tested Honest Amish Pure Unscented Beard Oil for two months. Read my review here to learn what I thought and what my results were.

I tested Honest Amish Classic Beard Oil for two weeks. Read my review here to learn what I thought and what my results were.

I tested Every Man Jack Beard Oil-Sandalwood Scent for two weeks. Read my review here to learn how it went and what I thought of the product.

I tested Dr. Squatch Conditioning Beard Oil and Cologne - Glacial Falls for two weeks. Read my review here to learn how it went and what I thought of the product.

I tested Kühn Beard Butter - Birchwood Scent for two weeks. Read my review here to learn how my beard felt after using it. What I liked and didn’t like, and how it became a regular part of my existing beard care routine.

I tested Johnny Slicks Organic Hand-Whipped Beard Wash for two weeks. Read my review here to learn how my beard felt after using it. What I liked and didn’t like, and how to get the most effective use out of this unique product.

For those new to beard care, it can be confusing to know when to use each type of product. How is beard oil used? When should beard oil be applied? What about balm and butter? What are those for? Here’s what I’ve learned through study, testing, and a bit of trial and error.

Beard Oil 101: Learn how to use beard oil correctly.

I tested Honest Amish Premium Beard Oil for two weeks. Read my review here to learn how my beard felt after using it. What I liked and didn’t like, and if a widely disliked aspect of the oil was also an issue for me.

An update on the happenings here at HomeGrownUp.

A running list of products that have been reviewed on this site or for which reviews are planned in the future. It’s a one page resource if you’re looking for a specific product review. Upcoming product reviews are listed as well. So, you can check back later if you are interested.

I tested Cremo Heritage Red Beard Oil for two weeks. Read my review here to learn how it went and if I will continue to use the product.

I’ve been using Beard Guyz Beard Oil off and on for about 1 year. Read my review here to learn how I went from a casual user with little understanding of beard oil in general to a rigorous tester, and my surprising results.

I’ve been using Every Man Jack Beard Balm for about 6 months now. Read my review here.