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In the world of comics, perhaps no other superhero is as recognizable for their facial hair as Tony Stark. Better known as his alter ego, Iron Man, this cosmic character first trademarked his beard as part of his signature look in his comics, and then later the big screen when Robert Downey Jr. brought the hero to life.
Since gracing the face of this award-winning actor, the beard has become a staple in facial hair trends, as it is both well-groomed and manly.
Captain America may have his shield, Spider-Man may have his mask—but Tony Stark’s beard is hands down the coolest character trait of all time.
In fact, the beard was such an important part of getting into character for Robert Downey Jr., that the actor even styled the beard himself while on set—making him, ladies and gents, a true modern hero (**queue the epic theme music**).
Well, maybe not quite…
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Though Iron Man may have superhero skills, Robert Downey Jr. is, after all, just a man—and if he can style the epic beard himself, so can you and I.
To help you achieve this heroic look, we have compiled this guide to the Tony Stark beard, with everything you need to know from how to style this look,to a list of the tools that you will need, and even a step by step guide.
Styling Tips
Whether you are hoping to replicate a Tony Stark beard for a comic con event or a Halloween costume—or even if you are simply inspired by this epic look for everyday wear, there are certain key styling pointers that you need to keep in mind.
For starters, you will need a pretty full beard (or a handy tool that we will talk about later), some skill with a razor, and some superhero patience. What makes this look so distinctive is the clean fine lines, so make sure that you purchase all the necessary tools to make the job as easy possible.
This style is mostly characterized by an anchor beard and a thin mustache that is barely disconnected from the flanks of the goatee. You will want to keep your beard rather short, to make it look most like Tony Stark’s.
Tools You Will Need:
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- Barber scissors
- Brow pencil
- Electric trimmer
- Beard comb
- Beard balm/styling gel
Step by Step Guide to get an Iron Man Beard
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Step 1: Comb
Using a beard comb, comb downward to eliminate any tangles, and then comb outwards against the grain to fluff it as much as possible. This will make it easier to trim.
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Step 2: Trim with Scissors
If your beard is very long, use some barber scissors to trim it down to a manageable length. If, on the other hand, you are having trouble growing a full beard, you can try using a natural beard oil for healthier and thicker facial hair growth.
Using a brow pencil to fill in any patchy spots in your beard is also a quick fix that can help you achieve a fuller effect.
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Step 3: Use an Electric Trimmer
Use an electric trimmer to shave down your hair to a short beard length. The setting of your trimmer will depend on your hair type and how fast it grows, but in general, about 5-7mm is a good length for this look. Keep in mind that you can always start with a longer setting and trim it closer as needed.
If you are on the market for a new electric trimmer, check out our review of the top 3 trimmers of 2017.
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Step 4: Shape the Goatee and Hourglass Center
Shaping the goatee is probably the trickiest part of this look, so make sure you have a photo of Tony Stark readily available for this step. To help make your shaping even easier, you can also use a brow pencil to draw an outline.
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Iron man has a rather thin goatee with thin flanks on either side that extend upwards and almost touch the mustache. To get the perfect shape, use your brow pencil to trace where the goatee should end by starting at the corners of the mustache and drawing outwards towards the chin. Shave away any hair beyond this outline, while preserving a thin line on either side.
Next, you will want to carve the inside of the goatee, while still preserving the hourglass shape in the center. To accomplish this, start in the middle of the diamond shape, right below where your soul patch would end.
Use the width of you electric trimmer to shave in a downward and outward diagonal motion until you almost reach your jaw line. Be careful not to accidentally shave off the thin flanks on either side of your goatee.
The bottom of the goatee is very thin, so make sure you shave in fine and even strokes for a distinctive and symmetrical look.
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Step 5: Shape the Moustache
Tony Stark’s mustache is very thin and extends down in a slight handlebar shape. To get this look, trim the hairs a few mm down from the bottom of the nose, and continue shaping the edges so that they are clean.
To help shape your look and keep it in place, lather some beard balm throughout the beard and mustache, especially at the outer edges to help it curve downwards.
At this point, you can also use a fine trimming tool to make a small disconnect between the mustache and the flanks of the goatee to complete Tony Stark’s signature framing.
If All Else Fails…
This style can take some practice and skill to master, but would you expect anything less ambitious from a “Genius, billionaire, playboy, philanthropist”?
But have no fear, for those not up to this heroic task, there’s always this good old Iron Man costume Mustache from Amazon.
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