12 facts about beards you probably didn’t know – This will shock you!

11. Beards Increase A Man’s Social Status

A study conducted by Dixson and Vasey in 2012 indicated that women perceived men with beards to be of a higher social status. Women also tend to think that bearded men are older, and it’s no secret that ladies often prefer to date older men. Having a beard is a symbol that a guy is especially masculine, and shows that he’s conquered the (sometimes challenging) feat of growing a full beard. Basically, guys who have never had a problem growing facial hair after puberty are more likely to get adoring stares from women, and guys who are on the fence about growing a beard may be more likely to give it a try as a result of this study.