Beard balm is made with Shea Butter [shea butter is good for thin or patchy beards because it is good at making beards look thicker but not exclusively used for that purpose] It also has grapeseed oil and argon oil which are the the moisturizers in the balm that seal in moisture and condition as well will hold the beards shape. Beard balm is good for shaping the beard. It’s gentle enough to use daily (only need a bit though)