Scotch Porter Beard Balm

Works well, smells terrific, and I am a repeat customer.

Smells great! Extremely nourishing. Smoothes beard. A product you will want to buy time and time again.

Verdict: Good value and effective when used correctly, but not a standout if you’re expecting all-day moisture on its own. I’ve been using this Scotch Porter Conditioning Beard Balm as part of a regular beard care routine, including beard shampoo and a leave-in conditioner, and in that context it performs well. Performance & feel: The balm helps soften coarse facial hair, adds light moisture, and provides just enough control to keep things looking tidy. It spreads easily and doesn’t feel greasy or heavy. Scent is pleasant and not overpowering, which I appreciate for daily use. Moisturizing & hold: On its own, this isn’t the most moisturizing or longest-lasting beard balm I’ve tried. If you apply it without proper prep (clean beard, some conditioning beforehand), it can feel a bit underwhelming. Used after a beard shampoo and paired with a leave-in conditioner or oil, however, it does exactly what it claims to do—smooths, softens, and helps shape the beard. Value: At $9.99 for a 3 oz jar, it’s a solid value, especially for a reputable brand. You’re not paying premium pricing, and the quality reflects that in a fair way. Bottom line: This is a good, dependable beard balm—not a miracle product, but far from bad. If you already follow a proper beard care routine, it fits in nicely and does its job well. Good choice if: you use beard shampoo and conditioner and want a reliable finishing balm. Skip it if: you want maximum moisture or all-day conditioning from a single product.

I am pleased and somewhat surprised. Surprised because most online products do not meet the hype. Pleased because it works better than expected. Easy to use, beard looks 3 times better than it used to, skin under beard area [after three years] no longer itchy. Only complaint is that the smell, while pleasant, is very much like a 1970s men's after shave -- I would have preferred something more like Caswell Massey number 6, and less like English Leather. Ah well .....

Keeps my beard healthy and moisturized. I’ve been using this product for a few years now and will not be needing to change brands anytime soon.

Soft scent. Works as advertised. Beard feels soft.

I got this for my boyfriend as part of a gift. Cons: 1) No seal: I was disappointed with the packaging. I opened it to make sure everything was good and it looks used. Lots of other reviews are saying this, too. I don't think that's the case, but because there is no seal on it, it's hard to tell. 2) Sharp packaging: The packaging has sharp edges in the top of the container, so when you're unscrewing the lid, your fingers run along the container. He'll have to open it with his palm, then remove the lid to prevent that. Pros: 1) Texture & Feel: The texture is smooth and it doesn't feel greasy. A little goes a long way. 2) Scent: The scent is super sexy! Another reviewer said that it was too strong, but I highly disagree. I think it is something that if you're getting in close with someone to cuddle, they may not let go of you. It smells that good! But it is not at all overpowering. To me it smells like the slightest hint of vanilla and amber with a spicy, musky overall smell like the packaging suggests.

really smooth and really softens bread