The Barbatus

Top 5 Beard Balms/Butters/Oils Scents (Current)

5. Seville (The Beard Baron) - Fresh Barbershop scent.

4. Mobb Capone (Burton's Beard Oils) - Mix of wood, sweet, and hint of to***co to make a nice cologne aroma.

3. Stagecoach (Bossman Brand) - Leather, To***co, and Bourbon

2. The American (Live Bearded) - Nice blend of wood undertone with a citrus top note.

1. Temple Smoke (Beard Brand) - Fresh and earthy with a hint of smoke.

REVIEW (GRADE: B)
WARLORD Beard Oil Co. – Barbershop Oil and Balm Review

https://warlordbeardoil.com

Ratings : Barbershop
Luster: Low-Med
Sillage: Very High
Consistency: Light/Medium
Hold (Balm): Medium
Price: $$$
Notes: Spicy, Leather, with a hint of Talc and Pinaud Clubman shave lotion.

This Military Vet owned and run business out of Mobile Alabama has many unique blends. I tried the Barbershop blend as it would be more of a cologne aroma and I was not disappointed.

The blend of essential oils and not sure what “fragrance” oils are used, does give that old school smell. Spicy and aromatic. Strong when first applied but drops to a subtle, nice clean smell for the remainder of the day.

The oil has a nice consistency, a bit thicker than most due to the castor oil. The balm applies smooth and provides a medium hold for any fly away hairs. Beard stays hydrated and soft throughout the day.

Highly recommended for those who like to be reminded of the old school barbershop smells. Also like the fact that the give back to the community through charities Operation Homefront and St. Judes, which makes it okay that their price is a bit high ($21 for 1oz bottle).

The oil comes in a 1oz bottle (or 1/2 oz) with dropper and the balm in a 2oz tin. The prices are about equal for the market for top premium blends. Each item shipped in a nice little burlap bag, Warlord sticker, and a sample of their Noir Beard oil.

Oil Ingredients: Golden Jojoba oil, Argan oil, Grapeseed oil, Sweet Almond oil, Castor oil, Essential and/or Fragrance oils.

Balm Ingredients: Shea Butter, Beeswax, Cocoa Butter, Golden Jojoba oil, Sweet Almond oil, Essential and/or Fragrance oils.

REVIEW
ARTIUS MAN - Campfire and Logger Beard Balm Review

https://www.artiusman.com

Ratings : CAMPFIRE

Luster: Low
Sillage: Very High
Consistency: Light/Medium
Hold: Medium
Price: $$

Notes: Woodsy and Smokey

Ratings : LOGGER

Luster: Low
Sillage: Medium
Consistency: Light/Medium
Hold: Medium
Price: $$

Notes: Woodsy, Sage, and Spruce

Campfire:
Well if you want a balm that smells like you are sitting next to a open fire this is it. Not sure how they did it, but it is 100% camp fire smell in tin. The balm is like hard butter but emulsifies quickly in your hands and applies smoothly with a medium hold.

I will warn you, the aroma is very strong and lasts all day long. I'd recommend using very little or mixing it with another oil or balm to dilute it. It works great as a complementary smell to add that smokey flavor to your favorite outdoor oils/balms blends.

I personally like it, but others may find it too strong.

Logger:
This blend is a great mix of Sage and Spruce (pine). Not overpowering and has a nice aroma that is subtle but lasts all day. The balm is the same consistency as Artius Man's other balms and has the same amount of hold.

Highly recommended for those who like the outdoors, crisp, woodsy smell of a pine forest.

Both balms come in 2oz tins and have an excellent price for the high quality. Artiusman also sent a cool patch of their logo.

Ingredients: Coconut Oil, Shea Butter, Cocoa Butter, Beeswax, Grapeseed Oil, Avocado Oil, JoJoba Oil, & 100% Pure Essential Oils

The Barbatus - Baltimore Blend

First tester completed. Notes of Cedar, Bergamont, and Black Pepper.

Conditioner is a softer balm. Thicker than beard butter but softer than most balms for a light to medium hold.

Oil > Argan Oil, Jojoba Oil, Coconut Oil
Conditioner/Balm > Argan Oil, Jojoba Oil, Coconut Oil, Shea Butter, Mango Butter, Beeswax.

REVIEW
Mississippi Musk Balm by Grey Beard's Balms, Butters & Oils

https://greybeardsbbo.com/shop?olsPage=products%2Fgrey-beards-beard-balm

Ratings

Luster: Medium
Sillage: High
Consistency: Light/Medium
Hold: Light/Medium
Price: $$

Notes: Sandalwood, Patchouli, Frankincense, and Clove
Packaging:

The first thing I noticed is how smooth the balm is. Emolsifies quickly in the hands a applies smooth without feeling
oily.

The fragrance is very nice, however if you are not a fan of Patchouli than it might not be for some. It gives off a nice
earthy smell and blends well with the other notes. The scent lasts about 6-8 hours easy.

It does not have a lot of hold and is only a light hold
but an amazing moisturizer keeping my beard soft all day.

In addition, the price is outstanding for a 2 oz tin and I absolutely love the vintage labels.

Overall I am very happy with this product and it is highly recommended.

Ingredients: Beeswax, Shae Butter, Coconut Manna, Lanolin, Coconut Oil & Essential oils

Stay Bearded.

REVIEW:
IPA BEARD BALM by Burton’s Beard Oil Company
(Average score = B+)
https://www.burtonsbeardoil.com/

I searched for an IPA style balm for a while, and came across Burton’s IPA blend. I read some of the feedback online and was intrigued to try it.

I was pleasantly surprised by the quick turnaround (they are in California and I am in Florida). The packaging was outstanding and they also included a few samples of their other blends (Forest Blend Oil and Business Beard Balm in like .25 oz. containers).

For the balm itself. The hardness was about candle wax level but easily scraped out with a finger nail and then emulsified quickly once rubbed in the palms. It applies smooth and clean.

The aroma took me off guard at first. I was not sure what to expect, but it wasn’t what hit my nose. But overall I was very pleased by the smell. The citrusy hops definitely hits the top notes, with very faint medium and bottom notes of woodsy and spicy pepper. It literally smells like a fresh bottle if IPA beer, but in a good way. It does not smell like someone was out drinking all night type of thing. It smells fresh and alive.

So don’t be put off by the IPA influenced aromas.

They also have a matching Oil for sale and several other blends that I may get around to trying at some point.

For anyone that loves good beer and the outdoors, this product is for you.

Ratings:
Consistency: B (candle wax hard, but melts easily into palms)
Fragrance: A (unique blends for a very different aroma)
Luster: C (low shine)
Hold (Balm): B (nice medium hold)
Packaging: A (professionally done)
Price: C+ ($22.99 2oz) Balm

Additions: Great packaging. Came in a small burlap sack with Forest Blend Oil and Business Beard Balm samples. Included business cards and two stickers.

INGREDIENTS:
Beeswax, Shea Butter, Apricot Oil, Grapeseed Oil, Jojoba Oil, Sweet Almond Oil, Vitamin E Oil, Essential Oils (Excluding Unscented)

My top beard line up I use the most. Start top left.

"Cedarpark" by Barbatus
"Old Money" by BeardBrand
"Lumber Yard" by Beardbrand
"King's Court" by Kingsman
"Wildwood" by Beard Baron
"Noir" by Beard Baron
"Gold" by Bossman Brand
"Magic" by Bossman Brand
"Stagecoach" by Bossman Brand
"Woodshop" by Oliver Ridge
Meta-C Sandalwood Comb
Bossman Brand Boar/Nylon Brush

REVIEW:
Odin’s Rök Beard Balm
BY Mad Viking Beard Company
https://madvikingbeard.com/products/beard-care/beard-balm/odins-rok-beard-balm/
I saw an online review of Mad Viking’s products and thought I’d give it a go. Since I use balms mostly I went with the Odin’s Rök beard balm. What drew me to this one was the fragrance. Blackcherry and To***co.

Shipping was fast and the packaging was top notch. I’ve been using the balm for about 2 weeks now and I really like it. My wife loves the fragrance as do I, one of our favorites now.

The balm consistency is soft and melts in the hand and beard very quickly. It doesn’t have a lot of hold and works more like a beard butter. This is not a bad thing, but if you are looking for a harder waxy balm for heavy hold this might not suit your needs.

Overall, I really like this product and give it my recommendation for any bearded brothers.

My Ratings:

Consistency: B+
Application: A
Hold: B (light to medium hold)
Fragrance: A+ (one of the best smelling balms in my collection hands down)
Packaging: A
Price: A (2oz $15.99; 4oz $24.99)

Additions: Package came with a large Mad Viking Sticker, instruction and business cards.

Ingredients: Sweet Almond Oil (cold pressed), Apricot Kernel Oil (cold pressed), Pumpkin Seed Oil (cold pressed)
Avocado Oil (cold pressed), Grapeseed Oil Organic (cold pressed), Jojoba Oil Golden Organic (cold pressed),
Vitamin E Oil (Alpha Tocopherol), Shea Butter Virgin Unrefined (certified organic), Cocoa Butter (Natural Deodorized), Beeswax, Blackcherry and To***co absolute fragrance

Odin's Rök Beard Balm - Mad Viking Beard Co. Odin's Rök Beard Balm We have combined the scent of Black Cherry and To***co to create one of our most popular scents we have today.

Random pics of my beard in different phases.

REVIEW:
OLD MONEY (Gold Collection) UTILITY BALM
BY BEARDBRAND
https://www.beardbrand.com/collections/utility-balm/products/old-money-utility-balm

I am a big fan of the Lumber Yard Utility Balm which is part of Beardbrand’s White Collection. I decided to try one of their premium Gold Collection Balms.

I chose Old Money due to the notes of Amber, Black Pepper, Bourbon, and Oak. It has a nice sweet aroma but not overboard. And the one thing I noticed with the premium over the white line, is the smell lasts all day long but not overpowering.

It’s a very light balm, so if you are looking for extra hold this may not be for you. It works to keep the beard and skin moist and it can be used in your hair as a light pomade, as well as a tattoo moisturizer if you have them.

A little goes a long way, so even though the price is high, it’s worth it as this stuff uses top of the line ingredients. The container is a glass amber jar and it comes in 2oz or 4oz.

If you have the budget, it’s highly recommended.

Ratings:
Consistency: A
Application: A
Hold: C+ (medium light hold)
Fragrance: A+
Packaging: B+
Price: C ($42 for 4oz, $31.50 for 2oz)
Additions: Package came with Beardbrand Sticker.

Ingredients: Shea Butter (butyrospermum parkii), Mango Seed Butter (mangifera indica), Cocoa Seed Butter (theobroma cacao), Lanolin, Jojoba Oil (simmondsia chinesis oil), Apricot Oil (prunus armeniaca oil), Fragrance (naturally derived), and Beeswax (cera flava)

The Barbatus
Black Tie Beard Oil and Balm

Nice, refreshing organic and sweet aromas perfect for daily use or a more upscale outing.

Only organic natural ingredients with notes of Herbs and Vanilla. Nice vintage feel.