Thinking of growing a beard?

Have you noticed?

From a spattering of stubble to a bristly bush, facial hair has become the must-have fashion accessory for men.

...But some experts have warned that beards are nothing more than a 'bacterial sponge', riddled with thousands of bacteria - and a perfect way to pass on germs.

A U.S. study found beards create the ideal breeding ground for bacteria. Even after washing, enough bacteria remain in the beard to cause disease, researchers found.
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