What is a Van Dyke Beard?

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The traditional Van Dyke beard style is characterized by the volume in the mustache and chin area. 

Generally, the mustache is grown downwards to form a border around the mouth or groomed with an upward curve. Then, the goatee is trimmed in a progressive, V-shaped manner. 

However, it is worth noting that the mustache and goatee remain disconnected.

Hence:

The chin hair mostly looks pointed and gives off the impression of a more extended face type. That is why the Van Dyke Beard style best suits round-shaped faces.

Note:

This beard’s distinguishing feature is the utter bareness of the cheeks. That is, all the hair on both cheeks is shaved off completely.

That said:

Here are a few good variations of this facial hair style. 

A Quick Look at 6 Different Van Dyke Beard Styles

1. Classic Van Dyke

So:

If you have a thing for original styles, then this one is right for you. However, this facial hair style is pretty dramatic. 

With it, the soul patch grows down into the goatee. And the mustache can be upturned or downturned. 

Also:

This beard style looks good on round or triangular faces as it elongates the face. However, men with oblong faces should go easy on the soul patch’s length.

2. Long Van Dyke Goatee

With this style:

The goatee is supposed to be long, not the soul patch. Moreover, the goatee is trimmed to resemble a V-shape with a pointy tip. 

This variation brings about an elongating effect on the face. Therefore, men with long face types should try out other Van Dyke styles; that do not add much length to the chin.

3. Van Dyke With a Full Mustache

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This Van Dyke beard style puts more focus on the mustache than any other part. Generally, the mustache is grown thick and full.

This style suits oblong faces best; especially, when the mustache is paired with a very subtle and short goatee.

4. Van Dyke With a Balbo

Evidently:

Most Van Dyke beard styles feature a soul patch. 

However, the soul patch is not always conspicuous as it simply blends in with the Van Dyke goatee.

With this style, the outline of the soul patch is properly defined as it connects with the goatee. And this gives this Van Dyke style variation a more detailed look.

5. Van Dyke With Stubble Facial Hair

Although:

The Van Dyke is characterized by bare cheeks; you can add stubble to switch things up. It gives the beard style a more rugged and modern look.

This style gives a more effective illusion of elongating the face. Hence, it would look good on men with chubby faces.

6. Van Dyke Beard With Upturned Mustache

 Lastly:

You can style the Van Dyke mustache in an upturned, curled fashion to add more dramatic effects. Note, you can either curl up the mustache with a gel or wax to hold it in place. 

Conclusion

All in all:

The Van Dyke Beard works for most men. 

Moreover, it does not require full beard growth. So guys with scanty and disconnected beards have nothing to worry about. 

This style is versatile; you can always add your touch to it.

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