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    24 Scruffy Celebrities That Prove Beards Are Contouring for Men

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    By Lauren Valenti
    Published 26 January 2017 In Features

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    There are many reasons men should just STFU about women and makeup. The fact that beards are basically makeup for men is just the beginning. Like a contour stick, facial hair can be used to create the illusion of a slimmer, more sculpted face by emphasizing the cheekbones and defining the jawline. For proof, look no further than the scruffy men of Hollywood that beardtour.

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