How to keep newly growing beard from itching?

[Paul F.]

Time... ain't nothing for it but letting it grow for a while.
For me, it took three weeks from my last shave before I realized it didn't itch any more.

Now, it's rather comfortable, being able to tug at my beard, or twirl a bit of beard as I think. Makes up for not having hair on top to run my fingers through any more.
Come to think of it, though... I'm gonna need a trim this weekend. It's getting a little scruffy around the edges.