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In reply to the discussion: Hairy woman does not shave [View all]mstinamotorcity2
(1,451 posts)In my community of women there are some who shave and some who don't. For black women, it really matters on skin type if you shave or not. Since we have extremely curly hair or coarse as some people call it, shaving may or may not be suitable. Our hair has a tendency to revert under the skin when growing back. We also suffer from more skin irritations from constant hair removal techniques. I believe in being well groomed but I also believe in health. I think no one should do anything just for cosmetic reasons. It should be because of personal choice and health. There is no reason to shave other than for appearance and personal choice. And if that floats your boat than its okay. You chose not to shave its okay. I cannot shave. My skin condition won't allow it. Underarms are not hairy. Had surgery where portions of my armpits were removed because of cysts and hair no longer grows. The surgery also made the need for deodorant obsolete. The need for my legs is not necessary. Though I am black most of the hair on my body is from light brown to blonde. Which make it barely noticeable. You go Girl!!!!!!