A beard turning ginger can look ugly especially if the colour doesn’t match eyebrows, scalp hair, and hair on other body parts. Also, ginger beard doesn’t look good on every skin tone. There are a lot of men across England, who’s beard turns ginger without any unexplainable reasons and they end up asking- “why is my beard ginger”?
In this article, we will discuss the reasons why a beard turns ginger without any good reason and how do you stop it from turning ginger again. We’ve also discussed a tutorial on how to dye your ginger beard to some other colour.
Table of Contents:- Part 1: Ginger Beard Meaning
- Part 2: Why Is My Beard Going Ginger?
- Part 3: Dying a Ginger Beard- Quick Tutorial
- Part 4: How to Stop Beard Going Ginger?
Part 1: Ginger Beard Meaning
Sometimes some men’s beard colour turns into an orange shade that looks like ginger colour. Ginger beard is very common among men in Celtic regions and a few EU nations. Men who have red hair usually are more prone to getting ginger beard. We’ve listed some characteristics of ginger beard to better understand it:
- The hue of a ginger beard is usually bright red, sometimes orange, and sometimes auburn.
- The hair thickens or gets coarse when it turns ginger.
- It’s not necessary that other hair on other body parts like the scalp, eyebrows, or body parts will turn ginger alongside the beard.
- Ginger beard becomes more sensitive to sunlight.
- It’s not possible to treat ginger beard hair with lasers or IPL devices with a great effect.
What Causes A Ginger Beard?
A man’s beard can turn ginger because of so many reasons like genetics, age, environment, etc. We’ve explained some of the most common reasons for why a man may start growing a ginger beard.
- There is a gene called “MC1R” that may show its presence in the beard hair instead of hair on other body parts. This gene can manipulate the hair roots to grow reddish hair instead of black or brown hair. As a result, one may start growing hair in a red hue, which can look like ginger.
- If a person has blonde or brown hair, they can turn reddish if the beard stays exposed to the sun for a long time.
- Some English men start growing ginger beards as they age.
British society doesn’t take ginger beards negatively or highly positively. The English society considers ginger beard normal and common among them but sometimes the skin tone may not look compatible with ginger hair. Fair and pale skin tones go great with ginger beard, though. There are some myths related to ginger hair:
- Some people believe that the ginger hair will not be able to block sunlight and this will darken the facial skin tone.
- A lot of people say that the ginger beard occurs because of lacking nutrition and poor diet.
- There’s a myth that ginger beard occurs only on those with red hair.
- A myth about ginger beard states that only Celtic descendants can grow ginger beards.
Part 2: Why Is My Beard Going Ginger?
Sometimes beard can turn into a reddish hue and look like a ginger beard without any proper explanation. Here are some possible reasons why your beard is going ginger:
Too Much Sun Exposure
The most prominent reason why someone’s beard goes ginger is too much sun exposure. When a person stays under direct sunlight, their beard can turn into a reddish hue and that can reflect as a ginger tint. Sometimes instead of going purely ginger, it can turn into an orange hue that still feels like ginger beard.
Improper Sun Protection
Even if you need to go out under the sun, not applying proper sunscreen will put you at risk of developing a ginger beard. There’s a beard sunscreen that is developed specially for facial hair that can keep your beard from turning ginger.
Lacking Hydration
If you stay under the sun without proper hydration, your beard is more likely to go ginger. Not drinking enough water and not maintaining proper moisturisation on the face will be the main reasons for lacking hydration and ginger beard.
Poor Diet
If your diet lacks vitamin B12 and iron, your hair roots may not be able to produce enough melanin that is responsible for black or brown hair. As a result, you may get a ginger beard at any age.
Your Genetics
If you have a history of ginger beards in your family or ancestors, there is a very high chance that your beard will turn ginger no matter how many remedies you try to stop it from turning ginger.
Part 3: Dying a Ginger Beard- Quick Tutorial
Usually ginger beard looks very great and gives an idea that the man must be from Celtic regions. That’s why it’s not always important to dye your ginger beard but sometimes people dye them out of boredom or curiosity to try different styles. Here’s a quick tutorial on how to dye your ginger beard.
Preparation
- First, select the colour that goes well with your skin tone and preference. Buy a high-quality dye from the market of a brand that you trust.
- If you have a long beard, we suggest that you trim it first. But if you want long beard hair, then start with the mixture preparation.
- All the hair dyes have usage instructions on them. First, open the sachet and mix the content in lukewarm water.
- Mix thoroughly so that there are no lumps and the dye mixture turns into a paste. It shouldn’t be runny or too dry.
Dyeing Process
- Use a dyeing brush and start with the sideburns.
- Keep appling enough mixture so that every beard hair encapsulates in the paste.
- Move towards the chin and then cover the upper lip region.
- Follow the same process for the other part of the face.
- Leave the dye for 10 to 15 minutes or as they mention on the sachet.
Finishing Up
- Rinse with cold water properly and pat dry.
- Apply a moisturiser if your skin is sensitive.
Part 4: How to Stop Beard Going Ginger?
It’s not always possible to control the phenomenon of your beard turning ginger but sometimes we can take some precautionary measures to stop our beard from turning ginger. We’ve listed some of them below:
- Use leave-in conditioners and apply sunscreen with UV protection.
- Limit your time under the direct sunlight.
- If possible, try to wear a hat so that the sunlight doesn’t directly fall on your beard.
- Don’t use skincare products with harsh chemicals. Go for herbal or natural products as much as possible.
- Give your face a massage with fresh aloe vera gel once a week.
- Make sure that your diet has enough vitamin B12 and iron that will help keep your hair pigmentation black or brown.
Conclusion
A person can get a ginger beard due to several reasons like ageing, excess sun exposure, and poor diet. While the majority of men with ginger beard are from Ireland, Scotland, England. Wales, and a few EU nations like Denmark, Finland, etc., it’s not true that ginger beard is possible only in these areas. Sometimes genes force the beard to turn ginger no matter how many remedies a person tries. But ginger beards do look great on men and indicate that they’re Celtic descendants.
