Having a beard will help reduce the glare from your face, but I also agree with some of the other members here that it will also hold alot of scent.
I've always let my beard grow out for Elk season and then just play the wind.
It doesn't matter which facepaint you choose, it's still going to look like you were into the wifes make-up after trying to wash it off. We have tried every type there is in the last 20 years, and it is impossible to wash it all off around your eyes. I would say that the basic kit with the 4 different colors is a good way to go, we didn't like the cream types, they made my face itch when I sweated.