A beard is,the hair that grows on a man's face often excluding the mustache, the collection of hair that grows on the chin, upper lip, cheeks and neck of human beings.
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Usually, onlypubescent or adult males are able to grow beards. However, women with hirsutism may develop a beard.
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When differentiating between upper and lower facial hair, a beard specifically includes the moustache, which refers to hair above and around the upper lip.
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Over the course of history, men with facial hair have been ascribed various attributes such as wisdom, sexual virility, masculinity, or a higher status; although beards may also be perceived to be associated with a lack of general cleanliness and a loss of refinement.
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But there is some good news for gents who are fond of their facial hair – having a beard commands respect, particularly from other males.
Science gives us various theories as to why men are able to grow beards, from protecting the delicate facial skin from sunlight to buffering blows to the jaw in a fight.
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Besides,bearded men perceived to have a higher social status and command more respect from other men.
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The results suggest that beards send a signal of masculinity to other men but do little to attract women.
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