beards

General information There are three different types of hair in humans: Beard hairs belong to the terminal hairs, i.e. those hairs which are more strongly pigmented, longer and thicker than the rest of the body hair. – Terminal Hair Lanugo hair Vellus hair Structure of terminal hairs All terminal hairs have the same structure and … Whiskers

History/Religion Among the ancient Egyptians, it was customary among the pharaohs to wear a ceremonial beard, which represented a sign of power. This beard, however, was artificial and the natural hair was removed. Also among the Ancient Greeks it was for a long time more a sign of power or wisdom to wear a beard, … History/Religion | Whiskers