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Meadowfoam Seed Oil | Benefits for Hair, Skin, and Beard

Discovering the Magic of Meadowfoam Seed Oil for Beards, Hair, and SkinHey there, grooming aficionados! If you're a guy like me, with a beard, maybe even approaching the ripe age of 45, and you're always on the lookout for the best ways to maintain your beard, hair, and skin, then you're in for a treat. In this blog post, we're going to uncover the hidden gem that is Meadowfoam Seed Oil and explore its extraordinary benefits for all your grooming needs. So grab a comfy chair, pour yourself a cup of your favorite brew, and let's dive into the world of this natural wonder.Meet Meadowfoam Seed OilBefore we delve into the myriad benefits, let's get acquainted with our superstar, Meadowfoam...

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Benefits of Marula Oil | Beard and Skincare

Marula Oil: The Secret to a Well-Groomed Beard and Healthy SkinHey there, fellow grooming enthusiasts! If you're like me, a 45-year-old guy who takes pride in his beard and wants to maintain healthy, radiant skin, then you've probably heard about the magic of Marula oil. In this blog post, we're going to dive deep into the world of Marula oil and discover its incredible benefits for both your beard and skin. So grab a cup of your favorite brew, sit back, and let's explore the wonders of this natural elixir.What is Marula Oil?Before we jump into the benefits, let's get to know our star player - Marula oil. This incredible oil is extracted from the kernels of the Marula fruit,...

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Cold pressed oils and unrefined butters

Difference Between Cold-Pressed Oils and Unrefined Butters vs Refined If pressed (pun intended), I would say that the single biggest difference between kühn procducts' beard balm, beard oil, beard butter, and everything else we make, is in the ingredients themselves. Namely that we use ONLY cold-pressed oils and unrefined shea and mango butter.  This might not sound like a big deal, but it is. This will help you understand why some of the products you use are noticeably better than other ones. I get messages quite often from guys telling me how much better their beard feels after using kühn and they're not sure why. Whey does are oil absorb into the skin and beard better? Why is there no...

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Why Are Some Beards More Coarse & Wirey

Beards are very alike and beards are very different. Alike in that they're all coarse and stiff and wirey. Different in that the degrees to which a beard is course and wirey can vary.  Why?  Because the degree to which our bodies produce the oil that keeps skin and hair moisturized is so different. What is this oil? Sebum.  It's why our hair gets oily when not washed and why our face gets oily for the same reason. Beards do not get enough of this oil. It's why our beards aren't soft. No moisture.  How do we fix this? Clean it ever so gently and put moisture into it with oils, balms, and butters. The problem is a lot of...

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Vitamin C Serums and who makes the best

Spend 15 seconds Googling vitamin c serums and you'll see pretty quick how many different vitamin c serums there are. Spend another 10 minutes and you'll also see how incredibly beneficial they can be on our skin when used properly and with the right routine.  I remember about 2 years ago a co-worker girlfriend of mine asked me if I could make a vitamin c serum. That the first time I recall ever hearing the term vitamin c serum. I was intrigued. Vitamin C serum? So like for your skin? Serum eh? Is it an oil base or water base? Why would anyone put vitamin c on their face? Like with anything you're not familiar with, it seemed so odd...

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