These days I am trying to grow a beard since I am off work. I want to look wise and convey my high social status to others!
i like mine shaved it makes me look very professional unlike unshaved ones
You're right in some culture it looks uncivilized and unhygienic especially in South Asian ancestry 
i also itch myself if my beards are shaggy i tend to look untidy,i just don't like unshaven beards
I think thats why its prohibited in some military outfits. 
i think the best is to have shaved beards
Have you considered head shaving as well? Just like the egyptian priests used to do as a ritual