I shaved and I feel cleaner yet slightly less masculine.
Why would shaving make you feel less masculine.
I think having a beard is more manly, but I don't want to pretend I'm something I'm not.
Don't worry. Shaving doesn't lessen your masculinity. Your male strength comes from within, and can manifest itself in whichever fashion you choose.
I also choose to wear rugged clothes because everyone says you have to look manly.
It can be harmful to rely on stereotypes of masculinity. Doing that can lead to people feeling put down if they don't look "right." You should groom and dress yourself however you feel happiest.