Does it ever feel like the same off-putting smell is following you around? It may be reminiscent of onions, cheese, or even puke. If you’re not eating at an Italian restaurant and aren’t getting over a stomach virus, the smelly stalker could be lurking in your beard. Beards can have a bad smell due to…
Anyone (man or woman) who has been shaving for any period of time has probably dealt with unsightly and painful irritation at one time or another. If this is a recurring issue for you, identifying what is causing the irritation is the best way to calm it. While often used interchangeably, razor bumps and razor…
“Where’s the beef?” may be the iconic phrase coined by Wendy’s in the 1980s, but employees demand to know “Where’s the beard?” Does facial hair have a place behind the Wendy’s counter? Until recently the answer was an emphatic “No!” Now, the fast food giant is more liberal and casual in its appearance code. Before…
You want to work for the King of Burgers. Will your beard be a hit or a whopper of a problem? While once frowned upon, beards are now being allowed behind the grills at Burger King. Employees at Burger King are allowed to have a neatly trimmed beard or mustache. While working directly with food,…
If you live in the southeastern United States, you’ve likely visited a Publix Supermarket. The Florida-based company is known for its friendly employees and commitment to sustainability. Publix is proud of its traditional Southern roots; however, its view hasn’t always embraced whiskers in the workplace. As of September 29, 2018, you can have a beard and…
Year after year Chipotle Mexican Grill tops the fast-food burrito charts, but how do they rank in the beard department? Most bearded employees give them a thumbs up. Chipotle employees can have beards as long as they are kept trimmed and well-maintained. There aren’t any official limits on beard length, although individual restaurants may set…
If you’re lucky enough to snag employment at the country’s largest coffee chain, can you bring your beard along? Yes! It seems coffee and facial hair go together like espresso and lattes. You can have a beard at Starbucks as long as it is kept clean and well-trimmed. Long hair must be tied back to…
Many people say that shavettes are a great way to get into straight razor shaving without a lot of upfront cost or ongoing maintenance. The Parker SR1 is a commonly recommended, budget-friendly shavette. The Parker SR1 Shavette is a good option for anyone interested in shaving with a straight razor because it is reasonably priced,…
Your culinary skills are impressive and your beard is too but will your career as a chef require you to sacrifice your whiskers? Chances are you can cook AND keep the beard. Chefs and cooks can have beards while working. Local, state, and federal health and safety regulations can dictate the use of hair coverings…
When it comes to chicken sandwiches and operating efficiency, it doesn’t get much better than Chick-fil-A. If you’re ready to work for the “Eat Mor Chikin” giant, will your beard be an issue? Probably, but change may be on the horizon. The restaurant franchise chain Chick-Fil-A has a meticulous grooming policy. For years, beards were…
