I'm beardless for the time being but not updating my photos because I want to grow the beard back when my income no longer depends on people who worry excessively about appearances. I caved and shaved when

In cold weather, my beard acted like a windbreaker, not like a sweater.

In hot weather, my beard acted not like a sweater but like a sunshade and a wick (which requires washing, a small price to pay in order to stay sweet-smelling )