Adventures in Hair Removal: Nair

As I said when I broke up with my razor, I want to give a few other methods of hair removal a test run. Today I had my first date with a depilatory cream. The instructions are easy enough: smear on the cream, wash your hands, and wait. In as little as three minutes (or up to ten minutes) your legs will supposedly be hair free. After that, just wipe away the cream, rinse well, and enjoy your smooth new legs. Okay, I can do that. I’ll even take pictures because I’m sure you want a good look at my … Continue reading

For the Girls: What Is the Right Age to Start Shaving Your Legs?

I was in sixth grade when my holiday gift haul included an electric razor. Unlike some of my friends, I hadn’t yet been teased about my leg hair — one friend was horribly embarrassed when a boy commented that her legs were hairier than his! Is there a right time to start shaving your legs? Really, it’s different for every girl. Some things to consider: Do YOU feel self-conscious about your body hair? Is the hair on your legs thick and dark, or light and fine? Are other people making you feel self-conscious about body hair? The earlier you start … Continue reading