How to do a Glitter Beard

So, you've seen the glitter beard trend and thought: Could I pull this off?
The answer is yes. Yes, you can. Whether you're prepping for Pride, a festival, or just want to casually outshine the disco ball - here's how to turn your facial hair into a sparkly masterpiece. Bonus: everything you need is right here.

A bald man with a glitter rainbow head and glitter rainbow beard from Drag Con UK 2023

✨ What You’ll Need

  • Aloeha! Aloe Vera Gel or Hair Gel – These are your glitter adhesives. Aloe vera is gentler on the skin (especially for kids or sensitive skin), while hair gel gives a slightly longer hold.
  • Biodegradable Glitter – Because the planet deserves to sparkle too.
  • Application Brush – To keep the glitter glam, not chaotic.
  • A face – That’s literally it.

💡 Shortcut: Our Glitter Beard Party Bundle includes everything you need. No stress, just sparkle.

👑 Who Can Wear a Glitter Beard?

Everyone. Literally.
We’ve glittered:

  • Bearded babes
  • Smooth-skinned party people
  • Kids with wild imaginations
  • Drag performers, unicorns, and one very sparkly nan

Facial hair is optional 💁‍♀️

💖 Beardspiration

Real people. Real glitter. Real good times.
Tag @Luminosity_Glitter and show us your sparkle look — beard or no beard!

Festival glitter beard.
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Glitter artists at Drag Con UK glittering a customers beard with pink glitter

How to Apply a Glitter Beard

  • Clean & Dry the Area

    Whether it’s your beard, chin, cheeks, or entire lower face — start clean and dry. No leftover moisturiser or snacks, please.

  • Apply Gel

    Choose your adhesive:

    • Aloeha! Aloe Vera Gel for gentle, skin-safe sparkle
    • Hair Gel for a firmer hold (great for thicker beards or full-face sparkle)

    Use your fingers or an application brush to apply a generous layer to the area you want to glitter.

  • Add Glitter

    Dip your brush (a toothbrush or big fluffy brush) into your glitter of choice and press it onto the gel. Pat gently, don’t rub - this is glitter placement, not exfoliation.

    We recommend using a fine glitter for bold sparkle and topping up with a glitter blend or chunkier glitter for added shimmer.

  • Layer it Up

    Want density? Add more layers once the first has set. You can mix colours, add ombré effects, or go for a full-on glitter fade.

  • Seal the Deal

    Optional but fab: a quick mist of hairspray over the area helps the sparkle last all night (without turning you into a glitter trail).

💦 Removal (A.K.A. The Glitter Come Down)

  • Brush Out

    Most of it will brush out – especially if you used hair gel or didn’t go full glitter warrior mode. Just grab a clean brush or dry towel and gently sweep away the excess.

  • For the Stubborn Sparkly Stragglers

    • Massage in a little coconut oil, beard oil, or your fave skin-safe oil.
    • Wipe with a warm cloth.
    • Cleanse and moisturise so your skin forgives you.

    Pro tip: Embrace the rogue glitter flecks. They say, “I had a better night than you.”

  • Jump in the Shower

    Sometimes the easiest fix is a good rinse. Warm water and your usual face wash or beard shampoo will shift most of the sparkle — no drama, no oil slicks, just you and your drain glittering like Studio 54.
    Just maybe give your plughole a pep talk first.

The Glitter Beard Collection

Our curated selection of the best sparkle and accessories for creating show-stopping glitter beards