Over time, if not properly cleaned, a beard can become a breeding ground for harmful microorganisms. "When kissing, bacteria from an unclean beard can easily transfer to a partner's skin.

Sharing a kiss this Christmas could come with risks if one of you has a beard (Image: Getty) If you're caught under the mistletoe this Christmas, think twice about sharing a kiss with a bearded man.

The structure of beard hair can trap food particles, sweat, dead skin cells, and environmental pollutants. "These trapped elements create a warm, moist environment that is ideal for bacterial growth.

'I got an allergic reaction after kissing a man with a beard once - turns out he had been playing with his cat before our date,' one woman said. 'Oh, gross.

Ansell explained further, telling BuzzFeed, “The majority of the time, it is perfectly safe to kiss someone with a beard. If you are prone to sensitive skin, you are likely at higher risk for ...

If you're planning on sharing a smooch with someone this Christmas, you might want to think twice if it's a bearded man - as it could leave you with a painful skin condition ...

Here are 7 reasons you need to date a guy with a beard, thanks to science: 1. Beards have a storied history of bada**ery. First off, beards go way back as having prestige and power.From the dawn ...

Woman left with painful and unsightly skin disease after sharing kiss with man with beard. Dr Sermed Mezher warned that men with unhygienic beards could give their partner an 'itchy or painful ...