How to achieve hugh jackman's wolverine beard

If you’re an X-Men fan, you’re probably familiar with Logan, also known as “Wolverine.” Played by Hugh Jackman, Wolverine is a fierce character who has survived world wars, POW camps, and saved the world more than once.

His signature beard style is just as iconic as he is, which is why beardsmen everywhere want to know how to recreate Logan’s standout look.

Today, we’re going to break down how to achieve this superhero beard style, even if saving the world isn’t on your to-do list.

The Look of The Wolverine Beard Style

The Wolverine beard style is essentially a pair of extremely long, thick sideburns. In truth, it could be called “Epic Sideburns,” because that’s exactly what it is.

This look is also known as the lamb chops or mutton chops beard, famously worn by Motörhead frontman Lemmy—and dating back to Colonel Ambrose Burnside, for whom sideburns were named.

Before attempting this style, grow your sideburns until they are thick, full, and borderline outrageous. That’s the foundation of the look.

The other key features are a clean-shaven strip down the center of the chin and a mustache trimmed down to light stubble.

How To Achieve the Wolverine Beard

Your first step is simply growing everything out. Aim for around 2 inches of beard and sideburns to get close to the Wolverine aesthetic. Without proper beard care, long growth can become brittle, frayed, or slow. Use beard oil daily and avoid washing your beard with normal shampoo or bar soap. Beard wash, conditioner, and natural beard products will help prevent damage and encourage healthy growth.

Once you have the length, shave your chin. A single strip down the center of the chin works well for the Wolverine look, but if you prefer a more Lemmy-inspired style, you can shave the entire chin area. Use a razor for precision, and don’t be afraid to use a comb to guide straight, clean lines.

Next, trim your mustache down to stubble using a beard trimmer with the appropriate guard. If you don’t own a trimmer, you can shave it clean and wait for stubble to grow back over a couple of days.

Finally, trim the neckline just under your jawline. A razor will give the cleanest result, matching Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine style. However, a bit of stubble under the jawline can still complement this beard style, so feel free to make it your own.

With all the shaping complete, finish by applying beard oil to soothe the skin and nourish your freshly sculpted Wolverine beard.

Do You Have a Wolverine Style Beard?

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