Beard wax provides the strongest hold of the three Rithim formats. It combines styling with care: beeswax gives firm control while shea butter and plant oils feed the beard. Ideal for a sharp look, moustache styling and keeping a longer beard in shape. Your beard stays soft, not stiff or sticky.

Three formats, three goals. Beard oil is pure care with a light texture for any length. Beard balm combines care with light control, perfect for a groomed daily look. Beard wax is the styling champion with a stronger hold than balm, for sharp looks and stubborn hairs. Wax doesn't replace balm, it complements it when you want more control.

Scoop a small portion (quarter thumbnail) from the tin. Rub it long between your palms, wax takes more time than balm to warm up. Once translucent and pliable, apply evenly from root to tip. Style with a comb or brush while the wax is still warm. Less is more: start small and add if needed.

Choose wax when you need stronger control: a longer beard that should keep its shape, a styled moustache (twists or points), or stubborn hairs that balm can't tame. Also for special occasions where you want a sharp, groomed look. Just want gentle care? Balm remains the better choice.

Daily use is fine, though you won't need it every day. Most men use wax on days they want to look extra sharp, or when their beard needs more styling. At the end of the day wash it out with beard shampoo so your skin can breathe. Optionally combine with beard oil in the morning for deep care.

Rithim has 5 beard wax collections, each with its own character: Tobacco & Vanilla (warm, luxurious), Black Cherry (dark, seductive), Smooth Oudh (oriental, powerful), Citrus Fresh (fresh, mediterranean) and Mystic Forest (spiced forest). Not sure? Take the quiz on rithim.nl for a match in under a minute.