Short beard styles

Short beards are low maintenance and easy to keep neat. They suit work settings and most face shapes.

Light stubble

A day or two of growth, trimmed to a uniform length with clippers and no guard shorter than about 1 mm.

Heavy stubble

A few days of growth, 3 to 5 mm. It gives shape to a soft jaw.

Short boxed beard

A trimmed beard with clean cheek and neck lines, about 6 to 10 mm.

Designer stubble

Stubble with sharp lines on the cheeks and neck.

Chin strap

A thin band along the jaw. Works best with a strong jawline.

Grooming tips

  • Trim every few days to keep it uniform.
  • Exfoliate to avoid ingrown hairs.
  • Moisturize the skin underneath.

Frequently asked questions

Light stubble takes two to three days, a short boxed beard one to two weeks.

Detect your face shape

Related guides