So I asked a dermatologist about why he's able to grow a beard and I'm not. Dr. Jennifer Chwalek: It's based on genetics as well as hormones. Some men, you know, have more hair follicles ...

Today, growing a beard is not just reserved for mountain or holy men. Every dude seems to be sporting a beard these days, from A-list celebrities to kombucha tea baristas at hipster cafes.

Testosterone is key for beard growth because its byproduct, dihydrotestosterone (DHT), triggers hair follicles to grow longer and thicker hairs. For transgender men, the growth of facial hair ...

So, I asked a dermatologist about why he's able to grow a beard and I'm not. Dr. Jennifer Chwalek: It's based on genetics as well as hormones. Some men, you know, have more hair follicles ...

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