Asalaamu Alaykum wa rahmatullah,
The best thing for us to say is 'I do not know' and refer our answers to those who are better acquainted with the authentic texts in reference to this matter.
My dear brother please read the following fatwa which insha'Allah will answer your question:
http://www.islam-qa.com/en/ref/69749/beard
With regards to the beard itself, it is fard, obligatory for the muslim male (if he can grow it!), this is confirmed by the consensus of the four Imaams that preceded us. Where there is a difference of opinion is the length of the beard (to trim it or not). Allah knows best. So please let us not convolute the discussion with what is concordant with 'our' opinions.
My dear brother Ibrahim, welcome to TTI, and may Allah continue to increase your blessings, as He has given you the greatest gift of Eman.
May Allah guide us all, for without His Guidance we are truly and utterly lost.
Wassalaam