Our quest to make beard care products started off with a goal to make the best beard oil possible using the finest ingredients in both their properties and their quality. In the beginning it started off as a hobby and the cost of the ingredients did not get factored into the final result we were looking for. What we wanted from our oil was very simple, it had to be nourishing, moisturizing, softening, and if possible, reparative, in order to promote better and thicker growth. Once our research and our blend translated into a consumer product, we doubled our effort to insure our ingredients were 100% natural and procured in such a way that retains their benefits while using a manufacturing process that does not introduce foreign agents into the ingredients.
We meticulously studied and tested the benefits and affects of countless carrier oils and butters before we settled on our final blends. Yes, our proprietary blend of carrier oils contains a dozen varieties and our butters and balms are comprised of these oils along with a variety of four amazing butters. This wasn't an easy task. Each ingredient was ultimately decided on based on one main criteria - that it promotes the health of beard hair and the skin underneath it.
The ingredients in our blend are cold pressed and sourced from highly reputable suppliers with proven track records of delivering quality and responsible ingredients (CoA's are available upon request). Some of these ingredients contain benefits that are quite similar to one another, but different enough to provide added benefits and synergies with their inclusion. By volume, each ingredient listed below, regardless of its place on the ingredients list, holds a significant percentage of our total blends. Their placement on the list was determined by benefit and scent... not cost.
Below are the selection of ingredients found in American Dude Co. Beard Oils, Beard Balms, and Beard Butters. We've added a brief description of benefits for each ingredient. Our goal was to make the best product possible, and we believe we have. We think that you will agree with us once you use them too!
Argan Oil, Virgin
Argania Spinosa
Where does it come from?
Morocco
Extraction Method
Cold Pressed
Why do we use it?
Rich in fatty acids, antioxidants, minerals, and vitamins. Argan oil is especially abundant with vitamins A and C, both provide a long list of benefits for our hair and skin. It is highly absorbent and rates zero on the comedogenic scale, no clogging of pores. Other outstanding properties of this oil include anti-inflammatory, anti-acne, moisturizing, conditions hair, and repairs damaged follicles. It is also a natural SPF, protecting your beard and skin from the sun.
Products we use it in:
Beeswax
Cera Alba
Where does it come from?
USA
Extraction Method
Harvested, Melted Down
Why do we use it?
Beeswax locks in moisture due to its vitamin A content. It also has small amounts of antibacterial agents. It helps with smoothing down fly-aways, keeping your style intact, and straightening your beard. Studies have also shown that beeswax promotes hair growth.
Products we use it in:
Black Cumin Seed Oil, Virgin
Nigella Sativa
Where does it come from?
Israel
Extraction Method
Cold Pressed
Why do we use it?
Referred to as the “Secret of the Pharaohs”, Black Cumin Seed oil contains loads of benefits for both your beard and the skin underneath it, including opening up the pores. Heavy in TQ (thymoquinone), a compound that makes this oil antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant, along with a wealth of other benefits. TQ has been clinically proven to assist in hair/beard growth. As if that was not enough, it works with other oils to increase their shelf life.
Products we use it in:
Evening Primrose Oil, Organic
Oenothera Biennis
Where does it come from?
North America
Extraction Method
Cold Pressed
Why do we use it?
Evening Primrose oil contains high levels of GLA, an essential fatty acid that keeps your skin moisturized. It helps smooth rough and aging skin while promoting elasticity. It is anti-inflammatory and helps fight against beardruff. Studies have indicated that Evening Primrose helps to prevent hair loss and regrowth in problem areas, as well as help your hair grow longer. Its strong antibacterial properties help to alleviate acne and skin blemish symptoms. This oil is remarkably high in the fatty acids that our beards love.
Products we use it in:
Fractionated Coconut Oil
Cocos Nucifera
Where does it come from?
Malaysia
Extraction Method
Esterification
Why do we use it?
Fractionated Coconut oil, despite its name, is 100% natural. Put simply, it is a fraction of what “whole” coconut oil is. The long chain triglycerides (LCTs) are removed, and the result is Fractionated Coconut oil. The removal of the LCTs is so that the oil does not turn into a solid at room temperature, all its other amazing qualities are preserved and included in our blend for their amazing benefits. This oil is highly moisturizing for both the skin and the hair, it is an excellent natural antioxidant, and contains high levels of vitamins A, C, and E… all of which are great for the skin and beard. This oil also assists other oils to absorb into the skin more easily.
Products we use it in:
Golden Jojoba Oil
Simmondsia Chinensis
Where does it come from?
Argentina
Extraction Method
Cold Pressed
Why do we use it?
Jojoba “oil” is actually a liquid wax! It closely resembles Sebum, the oil that is naturally produced by our skin. It is full of minerals and vitamins, and very rich in vitamin E, all of which are essential to the health of our skin and beard. Jojoba oil is also antioxidant, anti-bacterial, and anti-inflammatory. It draws moisture to our skin and moisturizes without making our skin and beards feel greasy. As a team player, Jojoba oil extends the shelf life of other oils when combined with them.
Products we use it in:
Hemp Seed Oil
Cannabis Sativa
Where does it come from?
Canada
Extraction Method
Cold Pressed
Why do we use it?
Hemp Seed oil comes from a different strain of cannabis and does not contain THC, so no, this will not get you high no matter how hard you try. This oil is said to be the most perfectly balanced oil known to man. It is the highest in Omega fatty acids, second of any oil in proteins, highly absorbent, has a comedogenic rating of zero – no clogging of pores, and the list goes on. It promotes healthy, faster, and stronger hair growth by stimulating the blood flow at the base of our beards. It also softens and moisturizes the hair and skin while balancing our own Sebum production. Hemp Seed oil is also anti-inflammatory to boot… its no wonder they call hemp “The Wonder Plant”.
Products we use it in:
Kokum Butter
Garcinia Indica
Where does it come from?
India
Extraction Method
The seeds are dried in the sun, chopped, and boiled in water. When the fat cools down, it solidifies, and can be lifted off and subsequently cleaned by remelting and filtering.
Why do we use it?
Kokum butter has excellent emollient properties that promote healthy looking skin. It quickly absorbs into our skin without leaving a greasy feel. It is an excellent moisturizing agent for both our skin and our beards. Kokum Butter is anti-inflammatory, an antioxidant, and antimicrobial. It is non-comedogenic, so it will not clog your pours. Kokum Butter is frequently used to treat skin conditions, such as dry skin and dry hair, acne, and minor inflammatory conditions.
Products we use it in:
Kukui Nut Oil
Aleurites Moluccana
Where does it come from?
Indonesia
Extraction Method
Cold Pressed
Why do we use it?
High in Oleic and Linoleic essential fatty acids, Kukui Nut is an especially effective emollient that both softens your beard hair and the skin underneath it. This oil keeps your beard hair healthy and moisturized as its high absorption rate penetrates the hair and skin effectively. It also works wonders to alleviate itchy beards and prevents and combats beardruff. Kukui Nut oil has been used by Hawaiians for centuries to protect their skin from the harsh sun, salt water, and drying winds.
Products we use it in:
Mango Butter
Mangifera Indica
Where does it come from?
India
Extraction Method
Cold Pressed
Why do we use it?
Mango butter seals in moisture and reduces breakage and hair loss by strengthening our hair follicles. This encourages the growth of stronger and healthier hair... that's awesome for our beards. It is effective in soothing irritated skin and reduces symptoms of eczema and psoriasis. It also protects our hair and skin from UV Rays, prevents the development of wrinkles, and contains excellent fatty acids along with vitamins A, C, and E.
Products we use it in:
Maqui Berry Oil
Aristotelia Chilensis
Where does it come from?
Chile
Extraction Method
Cold Pressed
Why do we use it?
Highly absorbent and rich in potent fat-soluble antioxidants, this nourishing natural oil offers outstanding hydration to the skin and hair. It is known to have cleansing properties and to alleviate and protect against dryness or cracking caused by environmental factors – this makes it ideal for imparting a soft and velvety feel on rough or flaking skin. It is an excellent emollient that lubricates and smooths both your skin and beard. Maqui Berry oil contains an abundance of nutrients that our skin and beards love. With its high content of essential fatty acids and vitamin E, the benefits of Maqui Berry oil include revitalizing the skin, increasing our beards’ elasticity, and consistently restoring shine to otherwise dull and lifeless beards.
Products we use it in:
Marula Oil
Sclerocarya Birrea
Where does it come from?
Miombo Woodlands of Southern and West Africa
Extraction Method
Cold Pressed
Why do we use it?
Referred to as the Elixir of Youth, Marula oil is a fantastic oil for both our beards and the skin underneath them. It nourishes our beard hairs from root to tip without leaving them greasy. It is hydrating, moisturizing, and occlusive (prevents water loss). It contains antimicrobial properties which prevents the formation of blackheads, pimples, and whiteheads. Its high levels of fatty acids keep your beard and your skin soft while preventing beard itch. High levels of vitamins E and C keep your beard and your skin healthy. It is conditioning and rich in antioxidants that help protect the skin from free radicals.
Products we use it in:
Meadowfoam Seed Oil
Limnanthes Alba
Where does it come from?
Canada
Extraction Method
Cold Pressed
Why do we use it?
We love Meadowfoam Seed oil for so many reasons. First off, this oil is about 98% fatty acids – for your beard and skin, this means amazing nourishment, moisturization, and rejuvenation. It mimics our naturally produced Sebum oil which help us balance our skin’s moisture levels (not too greasy, not too dry). This is one of the most stable oils with an exceptionally long shelf life, what is more is that it passes these properties over to other oils that it mingles with. To top all of this off, it is an immensely powerful antioxidant with high concentrates of vitamin E and is excellent for UV protection.
Products we use it in:
Moringa Oil, Virgin
Moringa Oleifera
Where does it come from?
India
Extraction Method
Cold Pressed
Why do we use it?
Moringa oil is a highly moisturizing oil that absorbs into the skin quickly. It is rich in antioxidants with an affinity for protecting the skin from aging, reducing fine lines and wrinkles, soothing inflammation, and improving the overall appearance of our skin. It is antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and contains significant levels of vitamin E. Moringa oil is very nourishing and will improve the overall health of your beard while protecting it and your skin from the sun.
Products we use it in:
Murumuru Butter
Astrocaryum Murumuru
Where does it come from?
Amazon Rainforest
Extraction Method
Cold Pressed
Why do we use it?
Murumuru butter, endearingly referred to as "vegetable silicone" due to its ability to perfectly replace mineral silicone, allows your hair to remain moisturized without the drawbacks of actual silicone. It is rich in vitamins A and C and Omega fatty acids 3, 6, and 9. This amazing moisturizer is excellent for all skin types, including sensitive skin. It is anti-allergenic, anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antiviral. Murumuru butter is also a potent source of antioxidants and is often used as an antiseptic. It aids with acne and healing mild abrasions along with many other benefits - including healing sun and chemically damaged hair. It even makes kinky, frizzy, dry, and damaged hair manageable!
Our formula for our balms and butters were tested, completed, and ready to go... then we learned about Murumuru butter and went right back to the drawing board to make sure it is included in our blend.
Products we use it in:
Shea Butter
Butyrospermum Parkii
Where does it come from?
Ghana
Extraction Method
Cold Pressed
Why do we use it?
With a high concentration of natural vitamins and fatty acids, Shea butter is astonishingly nourishing and moisturizing for the skin. It is also known for reducing stretch marks as it moisturizes the skin from deep within. With 60% fatty acids, it is highly emollient, it is anti-inflammatory, helps combat beardruff, and protects our beards from dust and pollution. Studies have shown that with long-term use, Shea butter softens and strengthens the skin while reducing wrinkles... its also a mild SPF too!
Products we use it in:
Sweet Almond Oil, Organic
Prunus Dulcis
Where does it come from?
Morocco
Extraction Method
Cold Pressed
Why do we use it?
Sweet Almond oil contains a high concentrate of Biotin, which strengthens our beards, and Zinc, which is proven to prevent hair loss. With a low comedogenic rating, it easily absorbs into the skin without clogging our pores – allowing for the abundance of Vitamins A and E, along with a host of excellent fatty acids, to go where they most benefit our beards. Great for dry and acne prone skin, great for regenerating skin cells due to its absorption rate and its ability to get to and repair damaged skin cells.
Products we use it in:
Argan Oil, Virgin
Argania Spinosa
Where does it come from?
Morocco
Extraction Method
Cold Pressed
Why do we use it?
Rich in fatty acids, antioxidants, minerals, and vitamins. Argan oil is especially abundant with vitamins A and C, both provide a long list of benefits for our hair and skin. It is highly absorbent and rates zero on the comedogenic scale, no clogging of pores. Other outstanding properties of this oil include anti-inflammatory, anti-acne, moisturizing, conditions hair, and repairs damaged follicles. It is also a natural SPF, protecting your beard and skin from the sun.
Products we use it in:
Beeswax
Cera Alba
Where does it come from?
USA
Extraction Method
Harvested, Melted Down
Why do we use it?
Beeswax locks in moisture due to its vitamin A content. It also has small amounts of antibacterial agents. It helps with smoothing down fly-aways, keeping your style intact, and straightening your beard. Studies have also shown that beeswax promotes hair growth.
Products we use it in:
Black Cumin Seed Oil, Virgin
Nigella Sativa
Where does it come from?
Israel
Extraction Method
Cold Pressed
Why do we use it?
Referred to as the “Secret of the Pharaohs”, Black Cumin Seed oil contains loads of benefits for both your beard and the skin underneath it, including opening up the pores. Heavy in TQ (thymoquinone), a compound that makes this oil antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant, along with a wealth of other benefits. TQ has been clinically proven to assist in hair/beard growth. As if that was not enough, it works with other oils to increase their shelf life.
Products we use it in:
Evening Primrose Oil, Organic
Oenothera Biennis
Where does it come from?
North America
Extraction Method
Cold Pressed
Why do we use it?
Evening Primrose oil contains high levels of GLA, an essential fatty acid that keeps your skin moisturized. It helps smooth rough and aging skin while promoting elasticity. It is anti-inflammatory and helps fight against beardruff. Studies have indicated that Evening Primrose helps to prevent hair loss and regrowth in problem areas, as well as help your hair grow longer. Its strong antibacterial properties help to alleviate acne and skin blemish symptoms. This oil is remarkably high in the fatty acids that our beards love.
Products we use it in:
Fractionated Coconut Oil
Cocos Nucifera
Where does it come from?
Malaysia
Extraction Method
Esterification
Why do we use it?
Fractionated Coconut oil, despite its name, is 100% natural. Put simply, it is a fraction of what “whole” coconut oil is. The long chain triglycerides (LCTs) are removed, and the result is Fractionated Coconut oil. The removal of the LCTs is so that the oil does not turn into a solid at room temperature, all its other amazing qualities are preserved and included in our blend for their amazing benefits. This oil is highly moisturizing for both the skin and the hair, it is an excellent natural antioxidant, and contains high levels of vitamins A, C, and E… all of which are great for the skin and beard. This oil also assists other oils to absorb into the skin more easily.
Products we use it in:
Golden Jojoba Oil
Simmondsia Chinensis
Where does it come from?
Argentina
Extraction Method
Cold Pressed
Why do we use it?
Jojoba “oil” is actually a liquid wax! It closely resembles Sebum, the oil that is naturally produced by our skin. It is full of minerals and vitamins, and very rich in vitamin E, all of which are essential to the health of our skin and beard. Jojoba oil is also antioxidant, anti-bacterial, and anti-inflammatory. It draws moisture to our skin and moisturizes without making our skin and beards feel greasy. As a team player, Jojoba oil extends the shelf life of other oils when combined with them.
Products we use it in:
Hemp Seed Oil
Cannabis Sativa
Where does it come from?
Canada
Extraction Method
Cold Pressed
Why do we use it?
Hemp Seed oil comes from a different strain of cannabis and does not contain THC, so no, this will not get you high no matter how hard you try. This oil is said to be the most perfectly balanced oil known to man. It is the highest in Omega fatty acids, second of any oil in proteins, highly absorbent, has a comedogenic rating of zero – no clogging of pores, and the list goes on. It promotes healthy, faster, and stronger hair growth by stimulating the blood flow at the base of our beards. It also softens and moisturizes the hair and skin while balancing our own Sebum production. Hemp Seed oil is also anti-inflammatory to boot… its no wonder they call hemp “The Wonder Plant”.
Products we use it in:
Kokum Butter
Garcinia Indica
Where does it come from?
India
Extraction Method
The seeds are dried in the sun, chopped, and boiled in water. When the fat cools down, it solidifies, and can be lifted off and subsequently cleaned by remelting and filtering.
Why do we use it?
Kokum butter has excellent emollient properties that promote healthy looking skin. It quickly absorbs into our skin without leaving a greasy feel. It is an excellent moisturizing agent for both our skin and our beards. Kokum Butter is anti-inflammatory, an antioxidant, and antimicrobial. It is non-comedogenic, so it will not clog your pours. Kokum Butter is frequently used to treat skin conditions, such as dry skin and dry hair, acne, and minor inflammatory conditions.
Products we use it in:
Kukui Nut Oil
Aleurites Moluccana
Where does it come from?
Indonesia
Extraction Method
Cold Pressed
Why do we use it?
High in Oleic and Linoleic essential fatty acids, Kukui Nut is an especially effective emollient that both softens your beard hair and the skin underneath it. This oil keeps your beard hair healthy and moisturized as its high absorption rate penetrates the hair and skin effectively. It also works wonders to alleviate itchy beards and prevents and combats beardruff. Kukui Nut oil has been used by Hawaiians for centuries to protect their skin from the harsh sun, salt water, and drying winds.
Products we use it in:
Mango Butter
Mangifera Indica
Where does it come from?
India
Extraction Method
Cold Pressed
Why do we use it?
Mango butter seals in moisture and reduces breakage and hair loss by strengthening our hair follicles. This encourages the growth of stronger and healthier hair... that's awesome for our beards. It is effective in soothing irritated skin and reduces symptoms of eczema and psoriasis. It also protects our hair and skin from UV Rays, prevents the development of wrinkles, and contains excellent fatty acids along with vitamins A, C, and E.
Products we use it in:
Maqui Berry Oil
Aristotelia Chilensis
Where does it come from?
Chile
Extraction Method
Cold Pressed
Why do we use it?
Highly absorbent and rich in potent fat-soluble antioxidants, this nourishing natural oil offers outstanding hydration to the skin and hair. It is known to have cleansing properties and to alleviate and protect against dryness or cracking caused by environmental factors – this makes it ideal for imparting a soft and velvety feel on rough or flaking skin. It is an excellent emollient that lubricates and smooths both your skin and beard. Maqui Berry oil contains an abundance of nutrients that our skin and beards love. With its high content of essential fatty acids and vitamin E, the benefits of Maqui Berry oil include revitalizing the skin, increasing our beards’ elasticity, and consistently restoring shine to otherwise dull and lifeless beards.
Products we use it in:
Marula Oil
Sclerocarya Birrea
Where does it come from?
Miombo Woodlands of Southern and West Africa
Extraction Method
Cold Pressed
Why do we use it?
Referred to as the Elixir of Youth, Marula oil is a fantastic oil for both our beards and the skin underneath them. It nourishes our beard hairs from root to tip without leaving them greasy. It is hydrating, moisturizing, and occlusive (prevents water loss). It contains antimicrobial properties which prevents the formation of blackheads, pimples, and whiteheads. Its high levels of fatty acids keep your beard and your skin soft while preventing beard itch. High levels of vitamins E and C keep your beard and your skin healthy. It is conditioning and rich in antioxidants that help protect the skin from free radicals.
Products we use it in:
Meadowfoam Seed Oil
Limnanthes Alba
Where does it come from?
Canada
Extraction Method
Cold Pressed
Why do we use it?
We love Meadowfoam Seed oil for so many reasons. First off, this oil is about 98% fatty acids – for your beard and skin, this means amazing nourishment, moisturization, and rejuvenation. It mimics our naturally produced Sebum oil which help us balance our skin’s moisture levels (not too greasy, not too dry). This is one of the most stable oils with an exceptionally long shelf life, what is more is that it passes these properties over to other oils that it mingles with. To top all of this off, it is an immensely powerful antioxidant with high concentrates of vitamin E and is excellent for UV protection.
Products we use it in:
Moringa Oil, Virgin
Moringa Oleifera
Where does it come from?
India
Extraction Method
Cold Pressed
Why do we use it?
Moringa oil is a highly moisturizing oil that absorbs into the skin quickly. It is rich in antioxidants with an affinity for protecting the skin from aging, reducing fine lines and wrinkles, soothing inflammation, and improving the overall appearance of our skin. It is antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and contains significant levels of vitamin E. Moringa oil is very nourishing and will improve the overall health of your beard while protecting it and your skin from the sun.
Products we use it in:
Murumuru Butter
Astrocaryum Murumuru
Where does it come from?
Amazon Rainforest
Extraction Method
Cold Pressed
Why do we use it?
Murumuru butter, endearingly referred to as "vegetable silicone" due to its ability to perfectly replace mineral silicone, allows your hair to remain moisturized without the drawbacks of actual silicone. It is rich in vitamins A and C and Omega fatty acids 3, 6, and 9. This amazing moisturizer is excellent for all skin types, including sensitive skin. It is anti-allergenic, anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antiviral. Murumuru butter is also a potent source of antioxidants and is often used as an antiseptic. It aids with acne and healing mild abrasions along with many other benefits - including healing sun and chemically damaged hair. It even makes kinky, frizzy, dry, and damaged hair manageable!
Our formula for our balms and butters were tested, completed, and ready to go... then we learned about Murumuru butter and went right back to the drawing board to make sure it is included in our blend.
Products we use it in:
Shea Butter
Butyrospermum Parkii
Where does it come from?
Ghana
Extraction Method
Cold Pressed
Why do we use it?
With a high concentration of natural vitamins and fatty acids, Shea butter is astonishingly nourishing and moisturizing for the skin. It is also known for reducing stretch marks as it moisturizes the skin from deep within. With 60% fatty acids, it is highly emollient, it is anti-inflammatory, helps combat beardruff, and protects our beards from dust and pollution. Studies have shown that with long-term use, Shea butter softens and strengthens the skin while reducing wrinkles... its also a mild SPF too!
Products we use it in:
Sweet Almond Oil, Organic
Prunus Dulcis
Where does it come from?
Morocco
Extraction Method
Cold Pressed
Why do we use it?
Sweet Almond oil contains a high concentrate of Biotin, which strengthens our beards, and Zinc, which is proven to prevent hair loss. With a low comedogenic rating, it easily absorbs into the skin without clogging our pores – allowing for the abundance of Vitamins A and E, along with a host of excellent fatty acids, to go where they most benefit our beards. Great for dry and acne prone skin, great for regenerating skin cells due to its absorption rate and its ability to get to and repair damaged skin cells.
Products we use it in:
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