Utility Beard Wash

All-in-one wash, redefined. Utility Wash is a versatile cleanser for beard, hair, face, and body. These suds are formulated with no harsh sulfates — just coconut-derived cleansers that are gentle enough for your beard, hair, and face, but strong enough to wash where the sun doesn’t shine. Utility Wash pairs perfectly with Utility Beard Softener.

Gentle Beard Wash for Face, Hair & Body

Beardbrand Utility Wash is built differently.

For it to be an excellent beard wash, it had to be formulated with gentle surfactants that were safe to use on your face. We used high-quality, time-tested ingredients that rival those of niche skincare brands. From there, we fine-tuned it to be able to handle your scalp, body, and anywhere the sun doesn't shine.

So, if you have sensitive skin, it might just be time to reconsider all-in-one washes — or, at least this one.

How Do I Use Utility Beard Wash?

Beard Wash

Apply a nickel-sized amount to your beard and work it into the skin beneath your beard. Let it soak in. Rinse. Don’t repeat. Follow-up with matching Utility Beard Softener to condition and hydrate beard hair.

Hair Shampoo

Apply a nickel-sized amount to your hair and gently massage it into your scalp. Let it soak in to allow the gentle surfactants to dislodge dirt and debris from your hair. Rinse. Don’t repeat. Follow-up with matching Utility Beard Softener.

Face / Body Wash

Apply Utility Beard Wash to a washcloth, sponge, loofah, or your hands (you animal!) and scrub yourself clean.

Infographic showing different uses of Utility Wash. Depicts a bottle with its pump dispensing a stream of liquid, labeled for use as beard wash, hair shampoo, face wash, and body wash.

Utility Beard Wash Reviews

Customer Reviews

Based on 448 reviews
79%
(356)
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Ben (Orlando, US)
Old Money
I was hesitant, but couldn’t be happier

I was hesitant to pull the trigger on the beard wash and softener, but I’m glad I did. It works beautifully and the Old Money fragrance is perfect. My wife loves it. I would like to be able to easily try more fragrances.

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Justin Stiker (Chicago, US)
Temple Smoke

Temple Smoke Utility Beard Wash

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Robert Ryncewicz (Hanover, US)
Old Money
Use For Beard and Face Wash

Gentle on skin and beard, cleaning without drying out either. Smell is addictive!

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Raul Garcia (Mansfield, US)
Bold Fortune
Bold Fortune Utility Beard Wash from Beardbrand is a must-have!

I’ve been growing my beard for years and have tried a ton of washes, but Beardbrand’s Bold Fortune Utility Beard Wash instantly became my daily go-to. It lathers well right out of the bottle — just a nickel-sized amount gives you a rich, satisfying lather that feels luxurious without being overly foamy or stripping. It rinses clean in seconds and leaves zero residue.
The scent is straight-up incredible. It smells rich and masculine.
Beyond the lather and smell, here’s what else stands out:
• Super versatile
• Gentle but effective
• Leaves beard feeling soft & manageable
• Great value
If you want a premium beard wash that actually performs and smells like a million bucks, this is it. Bold Fortune is easily one of the best scents Beardbrand has ever done. 10/10 — highly recommend!
Would buy again in a heartbeat. 🔥

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Carlos Eduardo Martin Lopez (Torreón, MX)
Bold Fortune
Exelent perfect

Exelent perfect

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Rodney Valdes (Jacksonville, US)
Bold Fortune

Bold Fortune Utility Beard Wash

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D.L.

Perfect as always

Utility Beard Wash FAQs

How often should I wash my beard and hair?

When it comes to washing your beard and hair, less is more. We generally recommend two to three times per week, but other factors might change the wash frequency depending on your skin type and where you live. Men with oily skin or who live in humid, wet climates can wash more frequently. Men with dryer skin and who live in dry, arid climates should wash less often. Thick curly hair is typically dryer and would benefit from less washing. Straight or patchy beards can handle more frequent washing. If you work a job where you’re exposed to dirt — well, do what ya gotta do to keep it clean. Fortunately, Beardbrand Utility Wash is gentle enough for daily use.

Why doesn't Utility Beard Wash lather as much as other shampoos?

Contrary to what many people think, a foamy lather doesn’t contribute to its cleaning or conditioning power. But somewhere along the way, it got ingrained in our heads that a lot of foam was the only way to ensure your hair was being cleaned (yeah, big advertising probably had something to do with this). But what if we told you that lots of soapy suds don’t necessarily equate to cleaner, healthier hair?

Let’s break it down...

The surfactants in your shampoo or beard wash can’t simultaneously dislodge dirt and form foamy bubbles. So, the dirtier your hair is, the less foam your shampoo or beard wash will produce. But people like their foamy suds, so some companies add a bunch of foam-boosting ingredients to their shampoos and beard washes. This is effectively just filler that doesn’t contribute much to your hair's overall cleanliness.

How can a multi-use product be as good as a single-use?

This is a great question. There are some fundamental differences between beard hair and head hair. But over the years, we have learned that certain gentle multi-use product formulas, when used properly, can be just as effective as single-use products for cleansing head hair, beard hair, and skin.

It’s all broken down in greater detail on our blog: The Science Behind Beardbrand Utility Wash.

How much Utility Beard Wash do I get?

14 fl oz / 414 ml

Fragrances

A misty winter forest with evergreen trees covered in frost, fading into the foggy background.
New Mainstay Fragrance

Norse Winter

Norse Winter smells like December in Scandinavia — ancient evergreen forests and sacred resins burning in snow-covered wooden halls. Fear not the long, dark winter. Stay warm and celebrate life.

SHOP NORSE WINTER PRODUCTS

PRIMARY NOTES
Fir Balsam
Frankincense
Bergamot

FRAGRANCE FAMILY
Woody Chypre

FRAGRANCE TYPE
Warm
Resinous

Glass of whiskey with ice on a wooden table, accompanied by a smoking cigar in an ashtray. A wooden box sits in the background, a leather wallet lies in the foreground.

Bold Fortune

Your retired pearl snap western shirt wearing Grandpa cleaning his .357 service weapon with Hoppes 9 and a cigar burning in the ashtray.

SHOP BOLD FORTUNE PRODUCTS

PRIMARY NOTES
Leather
Whiskey
Saffron
Oud
Tobacco

FRAGRANCE FAMILY
Woody
Amber
Resinous

FRAGRANCE TYPE
Warm
Complex

An arrangement of items on a wooden table in moody lighting: a crystal decanter on a metal tray, a glass of whiskey with ice, and a pocket watch.

Old Money

After dinner drinks with George Washington Vanderbilt II in the parlor of the Biltmore Estate. Smells like Gilded Age hardwood, peppery curtains, bright citrus, and opportunity.

SHOP OLD MONEY PRODUCTS

PRIMARY NOTES
Oak
Amber
Leather
Lime
Ylang Ylang

FRAGRANCE FAMILY
Woody
Floral
Citrus

FRAGRANCE TYPE
Rich
Complex

Dense evergreen forest with deep green pine or spruce trees. The coniferous trees create a thick canopy against a dark background, showcasing the vibrant emerald tones of the needles.

Tree Ranger

Tree Ranger Beard Oil smells like you just hiked through a Pacific Northwest Forest — refreshing eucalyptus, fresh pine, and sweet, sweet cedarwood.

SHOP TREE RANGER PRODUCTS

PRIMARY NOTES
Eucalyptus
Pine
Cedarwood

FRAGRANCE FAMILY
Herbal
Woody

FRAGRANCE TYPE
Light
Fresh

Golden brass incense burner with wisps of white and blue smoke rising against a black background. The ornamental vessel sits on a light beige surface, casting a soft shadow.

Temple Smoke

A dark sacrificial chamber. A golden effigy rests on an intricately carved pedestal. You grab it. Everything shakes. A giant stone ball comes rolling down. You run through clouds of burning oud, frankincense, and myrrh.

SHOP TEMPLE SMOKE PRODUCTS

PRIMARY NOTES
Palo Santo
Vanilla
Frankincense
Patchouli

FRAGRANCE FAMILY
Resinous
Earthy

FRAGRANCE TYPE
Sweet
Smoky

Black-and-white close-up of a dark ocean wave under ominous storm clouds, capturing the motion and texture of the turbulent water.
Cologne-Only

Black Sails

Romanticized maritime treachery off the Carolina coast. Briny seaweed, ocean air, and ambergris.  A new prize on the horizon. Bourbon, Bergamot, and gun powder. Not for the squeamish.

SHOP BLACK SAILS

PRIMARY NOTES
Ambergris
Bourbon
Citrus
Ocean Air

FRAGRANCE FAMILY
Animalic
Spicy
Fresh

FRAGRANCE TYPE
Nautical

Soft golden light and swirling smoke patterns in a warm, hazy atmosphere, evoking a moody, vintage tone.
Cologne-Only

Four Vices

Somewhere between Saturday night and Sunday morning coming down. Herbal hops and earthy hashish mixed with resinous tobacco, coffee, and agarwood. Something about moderation, yada yada yada.

SHOP FOUR VICES

PRIMARY NOTES
Hops
Hashish
Tobacco
Coffee
Agarwood

FRAGRANCE FAMILY
Herbal
Green
Resinous

FRAGRANCE TYPE
Warm
Earthy

Puddle of water reflecting orange and blue neon lights, creating rippling concentric circles. Dark pavement with textured wet surfaces catching vibrant colors in a night scene.
Cologne-Only

Ghost Tracer

2225 AD. Fallen rain on concrete, overgrown moss, and fungus. Broken vacuum tubes and ozone. Neon signs flicker and buzz. A trace of the ghost in the machine. A hint of hope shining through.

SHOP GHOST TRACER

PRIMARY NOTES
Fallen Rain
Freesia
Cyclamen
Dark Sandalwood

FRAGRANCE FAMILY
Earthy
Green
Futuristic

FRAGRANCE TYPE
Light
Clean

A winding desert highway curves through vibrant red and yellow sandstone formations, with rugged mesas rising in the background under a cloudy blue sky.
Cologne-Only

Desert Road

The road winds like a black ribbon through the Chihuahuan Desert. Heat mirages look like water on the distant blacktop. The engine hum drowns out the rest of the world, and the air smells like motor oil, a worn leather seat, creosote, and a hint of last night.

SHOP DESERT ROAD

PRIMARY NOTES
Petrol
Leather
Desert Shrubs
Baked Earth
Cactus Blossoms

FRAGRANCE FAMILY
Green
Resinous
Leathery

FRAGRANCE TYPE
Dusty
Light

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