While you’re considering whether it’s time to remove the matted thicket that grew below four layers of clothing this past winter, don’t forget the matching hair that warmed your face all season. The beard she thought was cute when flannels and the smell of pumpkin lattes filled the landscape is now leaving behind a rash when you nuzzle her. And the fact that she “joked” about how long it’s been since you last shaved should be a sign that you might need a new razor soon. But before you retire the beard until the leaves fall again, here are six tips to guarantee your skin will stay fresh and clean year-round.

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