

from 2018 says there’s problems with even really short lengths of beard…
You are making claims that weren’t in the article. That studies conclusiion were
“Conclusion: Beard length and areal density negatively influence FF. However, tight-fitting half-face negative-pressure respirator fit tests can achieve adequate fit factor scores even with substantial facial hair in the face seal area.”
Plus your original claim was that razor bumps would negatively impact the fit, not short length beards. You’re moving the goalposts.
More than the amount of doctors who found direct scientific evidence …
The guy wrote a paper about it and tried to find any evidence to support the new rules, he didn’t find any.