[gopher_protocol]

I've started going to a barber for a full trim/shape once a month or so. Then any trimming I do is kind of as-needed. I think this kind of depends on how your beard grows in and how particular you are about stray hairs. I find that with beard oil/balm, my fly-aways are manageable enough between trims.

[anyfoo]

Ah, interesting. I had the vague impression that the beard oil helps with that, but wasn't actually sure.

[gopher_protocol]

Beard oil is fantastic for making your beard feel softer and more manageable. For controlling shape, beard balm is generally even better, but I'm still learning to work with it; the one I have is basically a pomade.