How to Fix a Patchy Beard | Tips That Actually Work

July 17, 2025

Patchy Beard: How to Fix It (And Grow With Confidence)

Let’s be honest, you’ve started growing a beard, and now you’re wondering if it was a mistake.

One cheek’s decent. The other’s missing in action.
You’ve got a decent moustache, but your jawline looks like a crop failure.

Here’s what you need to know right now: Patchy beards are normal.

What Causes a Patchy Beard?

Before we fix it, understand it.
Here’s what’s behind patchy growth:

Genetics

Your DNA plays a huge part in where your beard grows or doesn’t. Some areas are naturally more active than others. It’s not your fault, but it is your responsibility to work with it.

Hormones & Age

Your beard gets better with time. Testosterone and DHT levels increase with age, and so does growth. That patch might fill in next year without warning.

Poor Skin Health

Dry skin, clogged pores, flakes, inflammation, it all chokes the follicles. If your face is stressed, your beard will be too.

Inconsistent Care

You can't grow a great beard by neglect. If you're skipping oil, brushing, and nourishment, patchiness may only get worse.

Premature Trimming

Too many lads panic and shave too early. Give your beard at least 4-6 weeks before you even think about shaping.

Can a Patchy Beard Fill In?

In most cases: YES if you do things right.

Beard hair doesn’t all come in at once. It grows in waves and cycles.
Follicles activate at different times. Some areas take longer.

Growth transformations take at least 8–12 weeks.
Let it grow. Feed it. Watch what happens.

Read: How Long Does It Take to Grow a Beard

Daily Routine to Fix a Patchy Beard

Step 1: Beard Oil (Daily)

Moisturise the skin underneath. Itchiness, dryness and flakes slow growth and cause breakage. Beard oil keeps the foundations strong and supple.

Use Braw Beard Oil

Step 2: Beard Brush (Daily)

Stimulates circulation. Trains your growth direction.
Pulls weak strands into place and makes your beard look fuller.

Get the Braw Beard Brush

Step 3: Beard Balm (Optional but Impactful)

Adds volume and hold especially handy if your beard’s uneven.
Style the stronger areas to help blend the patches naturally.

Use Braw Beard Balm

Step 4: Don’t Touch the Razor

Seriously, don’t “clean it up.”
You’re not giving it a chance. The sides will catch up, but not if you keep hacking away.

Let the beard grow untouched for at least 30 days.

Read: Beard Routine for Beginners

Mindset: Own the Beard You’ve Got

If it's not genetic based, the patches will close in. Your confidence will grow faster than the hair itself.

Your Patchy Beard Fix Kit

Braw Beard Oil Moisturise and grow with purpose
Braw Beard Balm Add volume and control
Braw Beard Brush Stimulate and shape
Braw Starter Kit All-in-one fix for patchy beards