Men shave a lot, what's the problem? How is it related to lifespan? increased knowledge

What kind of experience does a boy's beard grow too fast ? As the saying goes, "a good man is full of hair", but this hair grows too fast, which will also bring some troubles to life.

@Hugh: What experience? Are you always being bullied? If I shave clean in the morning , I will have stubble in the afternoon . If I don’t shave for three days, I will be one centimeter faster , so I am always harassed by various colleagues, friends, and family members. When I go to work, I often say: “Xiao Zhang, can you shave your beard? Scrape it!"

@Mr.Big Head: How fast?After I shave in the morning, my face is full of stubble around 5:00 pm , and it grows even more when I stay up late and work stressful . The other effects are not too big, just the panic when kissing your girlfriend...

@tango under the night: I have very strong androgen, and my hair was bald when I was 22 years old. I had to go for a hair transplant, but I could barely cover the top of my head . The beard is shaved every day, the beard is very thick, and the hair on my chest and legs is also very long, so I have been afraid to wear shorts and vests. Now I take estrogen every day to suppress the secretion of androgen ...

1. Why don't Chinese men like to grow beards?

It is said that ancient Chinese men also liked to grow beards. If you don't believe me, think about Li Kui, and there are old men with immortal spirits, either with unshaven beards or with flowing beards. But in modern times, Chinese men don't like to have beards. Instead, Western men fall in love with beards , and it has even become a fashion.

According to a survey by US market research firm Simmons, 39% of American men now have beards, which is 15% more than five years ago.

So, what is causing this situation?

In fact, there are many reasons, the most important one is the aesthetic difference . In recent years, China's aesthetic trend towards men tends to be neutral and juvenile, as evidenced by popular online red words such as "little fresh meat" and "little milk dog". The beard is very inconsistent with these images, and it is easy to be regarded as "greasy uncle" and "unshaven" , which makes people avoid it.

Secondly, the beard has a special symbolic meaning in China . In modern China, beards are often associated with brutality and violence. Men with beards are not very good, such as bandits and bandits, which leave a bad impression and are not conducive to social interaction. In addition, beards are more difficult to take care of, especially those with fast-growing beards. If you want to maintain a certain length and shape, you must take care of them every day. For men who don’t like to be groomed and find it troublesome, it is not as good as A scratch.

Of course, this also has a certain relationship with race . The skin and hair follicles of East Asians and blacks have a relatively high tolerance to androgens, and have less body hair, making it more difficult to grow a beard. On the contrary, people in Europe, America and the Middle East generally have more hair and have more needs to take care of their beards.

Second, beard grows fast, indicating short lifespan?

There is a saying circulating on the Internet: "A beard grows fast, indicating a short lifespan ". Where did this statement come from, is it true?

After research, it was found that this statement originated from a Taiwanese media report. A study published in the United Kingdom showed that compared with men who shave every day, men who do not shave every day have a higher risk of cardiovascular disease.

As can be seen from the study, a total of 2438 middle-aged men participated in the study and were followed up for 20 years. Twenty years later, of the 835 people who died, 31 percent shave at least once a day and 45 percent do not shave every day.

However, the data could not prove whether shaving frequency affects longevity. Because the study did not rule out other influencing factors , such as whether there is a family history, whether there are bad living habits, whether there are other underlying diseases, etc. This study is one-sided and not convincing .

The size of a beard depends largely on genetics. For example, the more hair follicles, the more beards; the higher the level of testosterone, the higher the sensitivity of the hair follicles, the stronger the beard. The number of hair follicles, hormone levels, hair follicle sensitivity , etc. are basically controlled by genetics.

3. Misunderstandings about beards

1. Will the beard get harder and harder?

The frequency of shaving does not affect the thickness and growth rate of the beard. When you shave, you only shave off the part that is exposed outside the body , and the stubble left is shorter, so the color is darker and thicker visually, but in fact the beard itself does not change much.

2. The more beards, the stronger the sexual ability?

The number of beards has little to do with sexual performance. Although testosterone hormone affects male secondary sexual characteristics and sexual function to a large extent, it is not the only factor. Other factors include psychological state, vascular function, and neurological function.

Extensions: 5 Tips for a Healthy Beard

Of course, beards may seem irrelevant, but keeping them healthy and tidy is just as important to one's image and well-being. Finally, Xiaojiu gives 5 tips to help you maintain a healthy and neat beard.

· In order to grow a healthy beard, you must develop a healthy lifestyle, ensure adequate sleep, quit smoking and limit alcohol, and have a balanced diet.

Choose the right tools for shaving, including facial cleansers, exfoliating scrubs, moisturizers, beard combs, beard brushes, and more.

· Before shaving, wash your beard with detergent and lukewarm water, then rinse with clean water to avoid residue of detergent.

· According to your skin type, choose a suitable beard cleanser to ensure that it will not cause acne and clog pores.

· If dandruff or rash appears in the beard, it should be treated in time to avoid aggravating dermatitis.

Do you like to grow a beard? Whether you keep it or not, you must take care of your beard! A healthy beard is also one of the symbols of a healthy body!

References:

[1]Beard Care: 7 Tips for a Healthy Beard, By Katy Hebebrand, WebMD, DO, MS on July 23, 2021

[2] The thicker the shave, the thicker the beard? .The whole people are more honest. 2019-05-11

[3] Why don't Chinese men like to grow beards? , Phoenix Weekly, 2018-07-18

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