Yes, facial hair is attractive to women and homosexual men alike. We’re not even kidding, studies actually prove so. The Journal of Evolutionary Behavior conducted a research with men who are clean shaved, those with light stubbles of 5 days, those of heavy stubbles of 10 days and fully bearded men. It was seen how men with the lighter and heavier stubbles were found most attractive and those with beards perfect for a long-term commitment. Clean shaven men did not gain much popularity. 

The appeal is that beards make men look more mature. The clean-shaven boyish look is okay for a teenage girl to have a crush on but preferences change for women. Most women are more likely to agree that light stubbles with beards, varying according to their interests, are what make a man look more attractive. It is even seen that men with just moustaches are not that appealing to those with just beards or a combination of both. 

The traits of aggression and dominance are also associated with one’s length of beard. While these are qualities that are not preferred for short-term flings, they are when looking for a long-term commitment. Why so? The alpha-male can assume more responsibility and can be trusted to take care of the family and keep predators away. It is a quality that any woman seeking a successful future relationship would wish for. It doesn’t necessarily have to mean that the woman has no say – just because men with beards are said to be aggressive does not mean all of them would be chauvinists. The distinction between the two is very important to be made. 

A man with a well-maintained beard or stubble also has a mark of his patients. Think about it, the amount of energy that goes into growing a beard and keeping it well in shape requires precision, detailing and a lot of endurance. You might argue that the barber helps to groom the beard, but the barber does not maintain it - the man does! Who wouldn’t want a man who has the power of patience in all situations in life?

You may not be as intimidating as Jason Momoa (Khal Drogo? Aquaman?) when he sports his beard but that look is an absolute charmer. And well, if you feel that hopeless about not finding a woman though studies insist that women dig beards, remember Hagrid. He did end up being wooed by Olympe Maxime! You’ll find your own Maxime as well – patience is the key!