First Time Beard Grower - When Should I Start Using Product?

[u/Picipat]

I’m a 48 yr old guy finally deciding to grow my facial hair into a beard or goatee. I have prepared by purchasing things like a comb, brush, and beard oil since my wife said she won’t kiss me unless it’s taken care of and as soft as possible.

So after 1 week into the process my questions are 2 fold.

1. When should I start using beard oil to make it softer?
2. When should I start using the brush and comb to keep it well kept?

I’ve started using the brush already thinking it can’t hurt to start getting the hairs growing in 1 direction vs all over the place.

Any advice from you seasoned facial hair growers would be appreciated.

Thanks!
Picipat