Should You Dye Your Beard Naturally?

Graying beard hair can produce several different reactions in a man. One may think it looks distinguished and refined. Others may want to do anything they can to reclaim their younger self. These men often ask whether it’s possible to dye a beard naturally. 

In general, it’s best to be cautious and avoid experimenting with DIY beard dyeing options whenever possible. Consider a commercially available natural beard dye instead – you’ll get a couple of examples later on.

Of course, the one you choose will depend on your beard color.

N.B – The content in this article is general and opinion-based, not professional advice.

Why You Need To Be Cautious When Dyeing A Beard Naturally

While there are plenty of naturally ingredients that are used to darken and lighten hair, it’s important to be cautious before trying any DIY methods.

There’s always a chance of an unwanted reaction – seek professional advice prior to trying any new DIY dyeing method.

A Common Way To Dye A Beard Naturally

Here’s one that’s been used as a natural dye for a very long time.

Again, however, it’s usually best to purchase it from a reputable commercial supplier to ensure the product is of good quality.

Effect: An orange-red shade

Henna is a popular dye prepared from the Lawsonia inermis plant. It has been used for centuries in the Indian subcontinent and the Middle East to create body art. 

But it’s becoming increasingly popular as a natural beard dye for men. Used alone, it usually produces an orange-red shade, so it’s most useful for orange or red-bearded men.

But men with a brunette beard looking for an auburn twist may also find it useful.

Unlike most of the other natural beard dyes on this list, henna is relatively long-lasting. Once you’ve applied it, the effects should be noticeable for a month or even longer. 

Again, this one is messy and henna stains. So, be prepared. It’s also a relatively long process, so set aside enough time.

An Example Of A Natural Beard Dye

There are certain commercially-available beard dyes which market themselves as natural and organic. It’s important to have a close look at their ingredients before you can safely say they are. 

FYI – These haven’t been tested by us. All we have to go on is the information they give us. So, be sure to do your own research before you try them out.

The Grizzly Mountain Beard Dye (Amazon Link) utilizes the dyeing effects of henna and other organic ingredients and claims to be chemical-free (at the time of writing).

Because the blend of ingredients used produces a natural oxidation process, the results can be considered semi-permanent.

This may be a good option for you if you want a natural, organic beard dye ready-made for your use, instead of having to prepare your own mixtures. 

Natural Beard Dyes vs Artificial Beard Dyes

Artificial, commercially-available beard dyes are becoming increasingly popular. There are some very big names in the market. 

But many men look upon the ingredients list with concern. Ammonia is sometimes used to help the color penetrate the cuticle, PPD (phenylenediamine) for certain darker color shades, parabens, and so on. 

These chemicals do often make the beard dyes longer-lasting and more effective, but the concerns people have are one of the main reasons natural dyes are popular.