New research has shown that some men's beards are no cleaner than public toilets. On vegetation on the face were found bacteria, usually found in the excrement. Channel 7 News conducted a small television experiment led by microbiologist John Golobic from the independent laboratory Quest Diagnostics in New Mexico. The researcher studied a number of beards for the presence of various microbes.
The study showed unexpectedly alarming results.
Usually I am not surprised at anything, but this find surprised me, ”Golobik said.
Some beards contained normal bacteria, and some were dirtier than toilets. It is worth noting that to find bacteria that are present in the feces does not at all mean to find the feces themselves.
However, according to the scientist, finding the same bacteria in the reservoir, it would be closed for disinfection. Although the bacteria found are not pathogenic, they are alarming.
Golobik says that he is more worried about the uncleanliness of bearded men. For those who wear beards, he advises to keep his hands away from his face and wash them regularly.
Recently, the media widely discussed the topic of wearing a mustache and beard, as well as questions of their harm to health. According to a number of publications in March-April, to which the British edition of IBTimes refers, facial hair can cause diseases, as unkempt hair provides an ideal breeding ground for bacteria. However, this is still no convincing evidence.
To ensure hygiene, expert Brian Boye from Men's Health magazine recommends that you regularly wash your beard with balms and rinse and rub facial hair with special oil.
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