No shave November

No-Shave November, a mustache for a cause. The public has viewed male facial hair as everything from a symbol of manliness to a lack of hygiene. Beards have been loathed and honored, but during November they have seen a major comeback.

The Rules:
1. You do not shave in November
2. You DO NOT shave in November
3. If you shave you are out
4. No trimming, no waxing

No-Shave November has turned into a nationwide movement and is currently being spread by word of mouth and through social networking sites. The purpose of No-Shave November ranges from showing off beard growing abilities to raising money for charity.

You may wonder why anyone would want to participate in this hairy challenge. According to one facebook group in support of No-Shave November, there are three main reasons: having the facial hair, gaining a community with males of common interest, and honor. Though this may not make sense to everyone, these reasons make up the gospel for the men of No-Shave November.

Unfortunately for these men, many women are opposed to the idea of dealing with scruffy, unkempt guys for a month. Washingtonpost.com says, “It is not as bad as it seems. As long as the bearded guy maintains proper grooming, the facial hair will not be so tragic.” People.com declares “Besides, some of the best looking guys in Hollywood sport beards all the time, including Johnny Depp and Russell Crowe”. No-Shave November is a proud time in a man’s life.

Written by: Tenniea Martin