Why can't we grow beards?

We all knew the standards when we signed up. What’s the problem ?

Practical reasons - Ticks, Headlice, Fleas and Scabies.
Realistically with Nerve/Mustard/Blood Agents penetrating skin and viral attacks - Requiring full body suits with internal O2 and cooling systems. The current MOPP suits require warning w/time to prepare.

Shaving and showering are all health concerns. In addition, it a matter of discipline. Do as you are told. I remember a beard growing contest but when it was over the beards went.
As far as other countries they believe it’s ok to die and get 73 virgins. Our country believes you should stay alive and return home

Tell him to make the teams then he can grow a beard

How well will your Promask seal with a beard?

Yes, you can wear a beard and turban in uniform. As of January, 2017 Sikhs May wear a beard and turban when Army regulations were changed to permit this. Headscarves are also permitted for Muslim women. Protective mask seals and personal hygiene are no longer an issue.

We can not start changing things in the millitary to suite what everyone like

See, I wonder the same thing. Before the Army, my beard was a huge part in my self-expression, and I've always been frustrated that such a harmless thing as facial hair must be regulated. I get that there're standards, but I question them sometimes. And how does looking professional help us kill the enemy? What purpose on the battlefield does looking professional serve? And who is the one who decided beards look unprofessional anyway? It's a matter of opinion, and should not take up space in any regulation.

Facial hair can prevent a proper seal with gas masks.

Knowing that I was once a young Soldier, I remember thinking much like this young man, worried about the me on what I what I wanted, not looking at the bigger picture,