Ryan N.

Bearded since: 2009. I am an experimental beard grower.

Comments:
Why did I grow my beard? I love the feeling of having a beard, both physically and mentally. It's just outright manly. I get bored sometimes with how I look. So I love changing the way my facial hair looks. Usually, I'll just keep a fu manchu mustache, combined with a long goatee. But occasionally, I'll just let it all grow out. I love the feeling of growing a beard. You feel just that much manlier. Plus, shaving is a real hassle. My wife would constantly tell me to clean up the mess I left in the bathroom after shaving. Also, I just read that growing a beard helps keep your skin younger and healthier; especially with blocking it from direct sunlight, which there is plenty of here in SoCal.

How do I feel about my beard? I love it! I'm mostly satisfied with my beard. I wish it were thicker, and softer, but I'm not going to complain. Some men can't even grow a beard, which is sad for any guy.