Although not a particularly hirsute collective, we here at Lifelounge have long been fans of the kind of dedication and commitment involved in cultivating an impressive facial garden.
A well-sculpted growth can deliver unspeakable power to its beholder and if you were to believe the statement
that there is no power like the power of the moustache, than these men captured by Austin-based photographer Dave Mead would have to be the most powerful men on the planet. They are the contestants of the most recent World Beard and Moustache Championships and their impressive crops make ZZ Top's chin fur like peach fuzz in comparison. Seriously impressive.
More at
davidmead.com.
Also if you're a fan of facial hair but don't have the testosterone to back it up, never fear, David Mead is selling prints of his portraits through his
bigcartel store for you to enjoy all year round. Schweet!
For more facial hair fun on Lifelounge you can check out:
Passion of the beard – interview with 2006 world champion Jack Passion
There is no power like the power of the moustache
The Sport of bearding gallery