So not sure where society gets this idea that beards are dirty. a dirty beard most likely isnt healthy and a unhealthy beard wont grow. if you are going for a solid lumberjack beard or straight viking you still need to keep it clean. that's more then just a little oil in your beard its actually washing it like you would any other part of you. i have recently ordered several beard wash products but for now i use regular shampoo. like when i see another beard brother and they have food stuck in their beard it shows they have no respect for themselves or their beard. run a comb threw it get the junk out of it. i am not saying i never get food or sauce stuck in mine because that would be a lie but i do take the time to keep it clean.