shaving my body?

Question

i shave my whole body normally is this something i should keep doing or should i stop? i dont like how the hair looks on me i prefer the smooth look but hate the way it feels when i have hair growing and it short and sharp..how much would waxing cost?

and yes i am heterosexual i like women

Answer 1

I would stop, as the more you shave the faster the hair will grow back- leave it for a while then!

Answer 2

Dude... if you can afford it... get waxed. I usually go get a brazilian wax and then shave the rest of my body for the same reasons you do. I just hate being hairy and feel unattractvie with it. Plus the hair in hidden areas just feel uncomfortable and not as clean... and my wife likes it better when I'm smooth all over too. the brazilian cost me about $50.00. So you should expect to pay $100 or more if you want a whole body wax... but it also depends on who you go to to get it done. By the way... when you wax the hair will grow thinner and thinner everytime you go. So the goal is to keep doing it til it stops growing. Good luck!

Answer 3

Men grow hair naturally. Be proud of it. Show it off. It shows you have lots of testosterone.

If the sharp short hairs bothers you, let it grow out. You are fighting a losing battle trying to shave it off. That will make more grow, thicker and longer.

Wax job? You have got to be kidding!!! First, the hair will grown back anyway. The pain you will go through will persuade you to not do that again. Ask the gals how it feels to be "Waxed". I got a "movie clip" one time that showed a woman being "waxed" over her entire bottom. I couldn't even stand to watch it with all the pain she was going through. Better yet, have your girlfriend "wax" you chest....then you will know. Enjoy being a man. Pops

Answer 4

Well...for starters, a guy shaving his body hurts the girls/women's delicate skin. I hated it when guys did that! GROSS! I'm assuming waxing WOULD be better, at least when it starts to grow back, it won't cause a female to be all red and blotchy all over (that's saying if you want to be intimate with a female) Look, having hair on a guy's body isn't as bad as you think. Before I met my husband, I did always prefer my men without all the grass(naturally less hair free), but now, it's a major turn on for me. It's so freaking manly!

Answer 5

dont wax it will hurt really really bad, if you want the same results as waxing get a cream in any drug stores there will be removing cream just follow the instructions and you will have a smother body for longer, but make sure you use it where it says you can only use it, which is mostly everywhere but for privates areas. Keep using it and you will find that it will grow in thiner and less noticeable and not long it will take alot longer for your hair to grow back. its painless and gives the same results as waxing!

Answer 6

Waxing can be painful, but it's worth it. The hair will grow back softer and finer (read: less visible). You can also use Nad's - $20 at any CVS - it works very well. You just have to let the hair grow to at least 1/4 inch before the gel will grip it completely.

Answer 7

Have a wax party and invite your friends over to wax your body.

Answer 8

waxing hurts but lasts up to a month, personally i like hair, as long as you keep it trim, but if you must, wax isnt as expensive as you might think would def be worth the hassle.

Answer 9

shaving does make a person grow hair back thicker. But not thicker EVRY time they shave.

here is a cheat sheet for all the choices of hair removal:
Shaving

How It Works: Using a razor, a person removes the tip of the hair shaft that has grown out through the skin. Some razors are completely disposable, some have a disposable blade, and some are electric. Guys often shave their faces, and women often shave their underarms, legs, and bikini areas.

How Long It Lasts: 1 to 3 days

Pros: Shaving is fairly inexpensive. All you need is some warm water, a razor, and if you choose, shaving gel or cream. You don't need an appointment - shaving is a do-it-yourself endeavor, resulting in smooth, hairless skin.

Cons: Razor burn, bumps, nicks, cuts, and ingrown hairs are side effects of shaving. Ingrown hairs occur when hairs are cut below the level of the skin. When the hair begins to grow, it grows within the surrounding tissue rather than growing out of the follicle. The hair curls around and starts growing into the skin, and irritation, redness, and swelling can occur at the hair follicle.

Tips: Look for blades that have safety guard wires - they minimize nicks and cuts. Also, you'll get a closer shave if you shave in the shower after your skin has been softened by warm water. Go slowly, change your blades often to avoid nicks, and use a moisturizing cream to soften the hair. Although most people shave in the opposite direction from the hair growth, if you want to avoid ingrown hairs it can help to shave in the direction the hair grows. If you have an ingrown hair, try exfoliating (removing dead skin cells with a loofah), sterilizing a pointed pair of tweezers with rubbing alcohol, and attempting to pluck out the ingrown hair.
Plucking

How It Works: Using tweezers, a person stretches the skin tightly, grips the hair close to the root, and pulls it out.

How Long It Lasts: 3 to 8 weeks

Pros: Plucking is time-consuming because you can only remove one hair at a time. However, it's inexpensive because all you need are tweezers.

Cons: Plucking can be painful, so it's best to do it only on small areas, such as the eyebrows, upper lip, and chin. If the hair breaks off below the skin, a person may get an ingrown hair. After plucking, you may notice temporary red bumps because the hair follicle is swollen and irritated.

Tips: Make sure you sterilize your tweezers with rubbing alcohol before and after use to reduce the chance of infection.
Depilatories

How They Work: A depilatory is a cream or liquid that removes hair from the skin's surface. They work by reacting with the protein structure of the hair, so the hair dissolves and can be washed or wiped away.

How Long They Last: Several days to 2 weeks

Pros: Depilatories work quickly, are readily available at drugstores and grocery stores, and are inexpensive. They're best on the leg, underarm, and bikini areas; special formulations may be used on the face and chin.

Cons: Applying depilatories can be messy and many people dislike the odor. If you have sensitive skin, you might have an allergic reaction to the chemicals in the depilatory, which may cause a rash or inflammation. Depilatories may not be as effective on people with coarse hair.

Tips: Read product directions carefully and be sure to apply the product only for the recommended amount of time for best results.
Waxing

How It Works: A sticky wax is spread on the area of skin where the unwanted hair is growing. A cloth strip is then applied over the wax and quickly pulled off, taking the hair root and dead skin cells with it. The wax can be warmed or may be applied cold. Waxing can be done at a salon or at home.

How Long It Lasts: 3 to 6 weeks

Pros: Waxing leaves the area smooth and is long lasting. Waxing kits are readily available in drugstores and grocery stores. Hair regrowth looks lighter and less noticeable than it is after other methods of hair removal, such as shaving.

Cons: Many people mention that the biggest drawback to waxing is the pain when the hair is ripped out by the root. A person may notice temporary redness, inflammation, and bumps after waxing. Professional waxing is also expensive compared to other hair removal methods.

People with diabetes should avoid waxing because they are more susceptible to infection. Also, teens who use acne medications such as tretinoin and isotretinoin may want to skip the wax because those medicines make the skin more sensitive. Teens with moles or skin irritation from sunburn should also avoid waxing.

Tips: For waxing to work, hair should be at least 1/4 inch (about 6 millimeters) long, so skip shaving for a few weeks before waxing. Waxing works best on legs, bikini areas, and eyebrows.
Electrolysis

How It Works: Over a series of several appointments, a professional electrologist inserts a needle into the follicle and sends an electric current through the hair root, killing it. A small area such as the upper lip may take a total of 4 to 10 hours and a larger area such as the bikini line may take 8 to 16 hours.

How Long It Lasts: Permanently

Pros: Electrolysis is the only type of hair removal that is permanent.

Cons: Electrolysis takes big bucks and lots of time, so it's usually only used on smaller areas such as the upper lip, eyebrows, and underarms. Many people describe the process as painful, and dry skin, scabs, scarring, and inflammation may result after treatment. Infection may be a risk if the needles and other instruments aren't properly sterilized.

Tips: Talk to your doctor if you're interested in this method. He or she may be able to recommend an electrologist with the proper credentials.
Laser Hair Removal

How It Works: A laser is directed through the skin to the hair follicle, where it stops growth. It works best on light-skinned people with dark hair because the melanin (colored pigment) in the hair absorbs more of the light, making treatment more effective.

How Long It Lasts: 6 months

Pros: This type of hair removal is long lasting and large areas of skin can be treated at the same time.

Cons: A treatment session may cost $500 or more. Side effects of the treatment may include inflammation and redness.

Tips: Using cold packs may help diminish any inflammation after treatment. Avoiding the sun before a treatment may make results more effective.

Now lets take a closer loook at waxing:

ur could either go to a salon and get it done professionally for 60$ or u could buy ur own homw waxing kit.

waxing is not for everyone. if u have sensitive skin, waxing is not for u.

try sugaring instead. it works the same as waxing except it only sticks to ur hair, not skin.

here's a recipe:
2 C sugar

1/4 C lemon juice

1/4 C water

Combine all of the above in a saucepan.

Stir it constantly over medium- low heat until sugar turns deep brown(around 35-40 minutes). When ready, pour it into a thick plastic container. Let it cool down until warm, and spreads easy. If it cools down too much, you can put it in the microwave for 15-20 seconds.

Again, make sure it is not too hot before you apply it to the skin.


apply to skin, wait for it to harden and pull out.

remember, sugaring can get very messy.

Answer 10

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