Beards aren't for warmth or sun protection. Here's what the evidence says men's facial hair actually signals — and who it most likely evolved to impress.

We've all seen Transformation Tuesday pictures on Instagram, where people upload inspiring photos that show off their weight loss achievements and muscle gains. But now there's a new type of ...

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has guidance for those with beards and twirly mustaches. A C.D.C. chart illustrating thirty-three styles of facial hair and their respective fit with a ...

Beards have long attracted suspicion, sometimes seen as stylish, sometimes as unsanitary. But how dirty are they, really? Human skin is home to billions of microorganisms—mainly bacteria, but also ...

Every November, the world is treated to an influx of men with facial hair. Thanks to both the Movember campaign and No-Shave November which have gained popularity with celebrities and random dudes ...

Every product was carefully curated by an Esquire editor. We may earn a commission from these links. Here’s how we test products and why you should trust us. Ah, growing a beard. It's something pretty ...

Politicians sometimes wear them, and so do a few chief executives. Urban hipsters have become synonymous with them, yet rugged outdoorsmen have been sporting them for years. Beards — having become so ...

Beards have become a fashion staple for many men, but they have also become the subject of a hot debate in recent years. According to some professionals, they may cause a hairy health situation. On a ...

This article was reviewed by Knox Beasley, MD. Beards are undeniably a part of today’s cultural zeitgeist. From dating apps for beard lovers to No-Shave November—yes, an entire month dedicated to ...