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Preview any beard or mustache style before growing it out - just describe what you want

Clean-shaven man with no facial hair Same man with full natural beard covering lower face

Upload photo to add facial hair

"Add stubble across the face, like a 5 o'clock shadow"

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How it works

  1. Upload your photo

    Choose a photo where your face is clearly visible and well-lit. Face-forward or slight angle works best. The AI needs to see your jaw, chin, and upper lip area to place facial hair naturally.

    Expect: Simple styles (stubble, light beard): 10-15 seconds. Complex styles (full thick beards, styled mustaches): 18-22 seconds.
  2. Describe the facial hair you want

    Type exactly what style you want to try. Be specific: "add a full beard", "add a mustache", "add stubble", "give me a goatee", or "add a beard and mustache combo". The AI understands facial hair styles and will create them to match your hair color and skin tone - no need to mark your face first.

    Tip: Use style names for precision: goatee, Van Dyke, soul patch, handlebar mustache, circle beard, ducktail beard. You can also specify characteristics: "short trimmed beard" vs "long full beard" or "thick mustache" vs "thin pencil mustache".

    Copy one of these to get started:

    Full beard (most common) Add a full beard covering the chin, jaw, and cheeks
    Stubble (5 o'clock shadow) Add stubble across the face, like a 5 o'clock shadow
    Mustache only Add a mustache above the upper lip, no beard
    Goatee Add a goatee on the chin and around the mouth
    4 more prompts
    Short trimmed beard Add a short, neatly trimmed beard about 1/4 inch long
    Van Dyke style Add a Van Dyke: mustache and goatee without cheek hair
    Circle beard Add a circle beard: rounded goatee and mustache combo
    Handlebar mustache Add a handlebar mustache with upturned ends
  3. Review the result

    Check how the facial hair suits your face shape. Does it complement your features? The color should match your hair (or you can request a different shade). Growth pattern should look natural, following your jaw and lip lines.

See it in action

Clean-shaven man with no facial hair
Before
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Same man with full natural beard covering lower face
After

Full Beard Addition

Complete beard covering chin, jaw, and cheeks. Natural growth pattern following face contours. Most popular style for preview.

Prompt: Add a full beard covering the chin, jaw, and cheeks
Young clean-shaven man
Before
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Same man with even stubble across lower face and jaw
After

Stubble/5 O'Clock Shadow

Short even stubble across the face. Perfect for testing if facial hair suits you before committing to full growth.

Prompt: Add stubble across the face, like a 5 o'clock shadow
Clean-shaven man with dark skin
Before
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Same man with goatee covering chin and connected to mustache
After

Goatee Style

Classic goatee - chin and mustache connected with clean-shaven cheeks. Professional look that's not as full as a complete beard.

Prompt: Add a goatee on the chin and around the mouth

Quick answers

Do I need to mark my face before describing what I want?

No! Just describe the facial hair style you want ("add a full beard" or "add a mustache") and the AI detects your face and adds it automatically.

How do I add facial hair to photos for free?

Upload your photo to EditThisPic, type the facial hair style you want ("add a beard", "add stubble", "add a goatee"), and the AI adds it instantly. Free to use with no signup required and no watermark on your downloads.

Can I preview different beard styles before growing one?

Yes, that's the main use case! Try full beard, stubble, goatee, Van Dyke, or mustache styles on your photo to see what suits your face before committing to months of growth. You can test multiple styles on the same photo.

Will the facial hair match my hair color?

Yes, the AI analyzes your hair color and creates facial hair that matches. If you want a different shade (like if your hair is dyed), specify the color in your prompt: "add a dark brown beard" or "add a gray beard".

Can I add just a mustache without a beard?

Yes! Specify "add a mustache, no beard" in your prompt. You can also request specific mustache styles like handlebar, pencil, or walrus. The AI understands facial hair combinations and isolated styles.

Is EditThisPic's AI facial hair adder really free?

Yes — you get 1 free edit per week, no account needed. Plans start at $4.99/month for 15 edits.

Can I add facial hair on my phone?

Yes. EditThisPic works in any mobile browser — iPhone, Android, tablet. No app download needed.

What photo formats does the AI facial hair adder support?

JPG, PNG, WebP, and HEIC. Upload any common photo format and EditThisPic handles the rest.

How much does EditThisPic cost?

You get 1 free edit per week — no account needed. After that, credit packs start at $1.99 for 3 edits. Monthly plans start at $4.99/mo for 20 edits with unused credits rolling over. All edits are full resolution with no watermark.

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