On November 8, Beard Team USA honored the most impressive beards and mustaches in the U.S. Proceeds from the 2019 National Beard and Mustache Championships will benefit three charities — Oscar Mike, a foundation supporting injured veterans; P.A.W.S of Tinley Park, a no-kill animal shelter; and Together We Cope, a homelessness prevention agency.

Las Vegas-based photographer Greg Anderson was on hand to photograph contestants. Continue on for an overload of the most extravagant whiskers you’ll ever see in one place.

John Desmet | Best in Show

Photography: The World of Beards