Should you shave the top of your legs?

Straight up, there is no science to support a reason not to shave above the knee, says Dr Elizabeth Farrell, gynaecologist and medical director at Jean Hailes for Women's Health. Some women don't feel the need to because the hairs on their thighs are finer and thinner than those on the lower half of their leg.
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Are you supposed to shave your thighs?

If you wear 3/4-length or Capri pants, you don't need to shave higher than your knee, but sometimes short-shorts require shaving your thighs as well. No matter your hair color, shaving above the knee is completely a personal choice. Deciding where to shave is up to you and what you feel comfortable with.
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How high should you shave your legs?

5. Shave against the direction of hair growth. Beginning at your ankle, slowly and carefully shave upward. An upward leg shave ensures you're shaving against the direction of hair growth, which provides a closer shave.
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Is it normal to have hair on thighs?

Whether or not you shave the hair on your legs is up to you. Just don't worry about it spreading further down or getting thicker! It is totally normal to have pubic hair extend to the upper part of your thighs.
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Why shouldn't you shave your thighs?

Straight up, there is no science to support a reason not to shave above the knee, says Dr Elizabeth Farrell, gynaecologist and medical director at Jean Hailes for Women's Health. Some women don't feel the need to because the hairs on their thighs are finer and thinner than those on the lower half of their leg.
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4 Mistakes You Make Shaving Your Legs



How do you get rid of upper leg hair?

Hair removal for your torso, arms, and legs
  1. Depilatory. A depilatory can be easily applied and then rinsed off in the shower so you can be on your way and hair-free for days. You can find depilatories at your local drugstore, but test before you use. ...
  2. Waxing. Hot wax or strips: It depends on your body. ...
  3. Shaving.
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Is it normal for a girl to have hair between buttocks?

Is It Normal to Have Hair Between Your Butt Cheeks? Whether you give much thought to it or not, hair grows all over your body. Body hair is completely normal, even on your buttocks and between your butt cheeks. This type of hair is called vellus hair, and it exists to protect your skin.
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Why do we grow hair on our Buttholes?

Butt hair may simply be another way our ancestors enhanced their smell profiles. Lastly, friction may explain the evolutionary purpose of butt hair. Skin rubbing on skin causes friction, which can lead to irritation, rashes, and even infection.
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Is leg hair attractive?

Leg, chest and back hair

About two-thirds of Britons (64%) - 66% of men and 62% of women - think it's unattractive for women to have hairy legs. Conversely, just 5% say it's unattractive for a man to have hairy legs. A quarter (26%) find men's hairy legs attractive (21% of men and 30% of women said this).
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Are you supposed to shave your stomach?

Body hair, including belly hair, is completely normal. Some people keep the hair on their belly, while others choose to remove it. There's no medical reason to remove the hair from your stomach — it's purely a personal preference.
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Are u supposed to shave your pubes?

You don't have to remove or trim pubic hair for any health reasons. It all comes down to personal preference. Some methods may be easier for you than others but there are a number of at-home and professional options you can try if removal is your choice.
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How do you stop strawberry legs?

The following are some simple ways a person can help prevent strawberry legs:
  1. Use shaving cream when shaving.
  2. Use sharp razors when shaving.
  3. Moisturize the skin daily, before and after shaving.
  4. Exfoliate the legs regularly.
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How many times a week should a girl shave her legs?

In general, we recommend shaving every two to three days if you want a clean shave; three to five days if you want to simply style or trim; and if you want to just let your hair grow, then simply stop shaving.
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How do you shave your groin?

Shave with light, gentle strokes, rinsing often, and with the skin pulled taut. Don't push too hard, let your blades do the work, that's what they're designed for. The harder you push when you shave, the more likely your shave will result in irritation and razor bumps.
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Why do we have hair around your nipples?

Some girls have extra hair on their bodies because of genetics — some people have less body hair and others have more, so if your mom or sister also has nipple hair, it may just run in the family. Girls might also have extra hair because their bodies make too much of a hormone called androgen.
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How do you keep your butt smelling good?

So it's understandable (though unnecessary) if you're feeling a bit squeamish while asking, How do I stop my bum from smelling? If it's a hygiene issue that you're worried about, Dr. Goldstein recommends either using a bidet or taking a shower post-poop to maintain the freshest scent and best overall butt health.
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How do you get no body hair?

What are your options for removal?
  1. Electrolysis. Electrolysis involves the use of shortwave radio frequencies distributed through fine needles placed directly into your hair follicles. ...
  2. Laser hair removal. ...
  3. Prescription creams. ...
  4. Professional tweezing and waxing. ...
  5. Chemical depilation.
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How can I make my legs look less hairy without shaving?

1 Method 1 of 3: Waxing and Sugaring
  1. Make sure your leg hair is long enough for waxing or sugaring. ...
  2. Make sure don't have any cuts, scrapes, irritation, or sunburn on your legs. ...
  3. Clean your skin with soap, and dry your legs.
  4. Remove dead skin from the surface by using a body scrub, loofah, or shower glove.
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How can I hide my hairy legs?

Opaque black tights and/or flesh-toned fishnets

While hiding a multitude of hairy sins, they help balance out heavier early-spring top options. Alternately, try flesh-coloured fishnets: they flatten out cellulite and camouflage leg hair.
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Is leg hair unhygienic?

Not much to say on this one except, no it doesn't. Legend that body hair is unhygienic is just that - legend. As long as your hygiene is up to scratch there's no case for or against growing your body hair besides personal preference.
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Should I shave my back girl?

For the most part, having back hair is completely natural. It's up to you if you want to remove it. There are many options, from affordable, frequent treatments to more lasting and expensive ones. In some cases, having back hair may be a sign of an underlying health condition, especially for women.
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How often does the average woman shave her legs?

Most women will find they have to shave every one to three days if they want to keep their skin smooth [source: Hirsch]. But all that shaving can cause irritation for some people. Shaving often leads to razor burn, ingrown hairs and cuts, all of which can be unsightly and uncomfortable.
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Can still see hair after shaving?

“Even if you figure out how to get the closest shave, the blades can only smooth the surface of the skin,” Shainhouse says. “If you have dark hair and light skin, the base of the hair follicle and hair shaft can be visible through the skin and appear as permanent dark dots.”
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