Show Photo: PYMCA/Getty Images This week, the Cut asked, “Should you grow out your pit hair?” And assuming the answer is a resounding yes! then let us throw down our razors and declare this June “Pune,” a female-focused, armpit-centric answer to “Movember.” Growing out your pits might technically be as easy as “ceasing to shave,” but it still raises many questions, both practical and philosophical. Is there such a thing as too long? Is it cheesy that I was inspired by Lena Dunham or Jemima Kirke? Will people think it’s gross? (Answers: Nope, they’re trailblazers; who cares?) Let this everything guide to growing your armpit hair ease your hairy journey. Why do we have pit hair, anyway? Why should I grow it out? How long will it take to grow? What is a good length? Okay, but is there such a thing as too long? Will it be smellier? Do you have to reconsider your deodorant? Should I buy any extra stuff? All pit hair is not created equal. How might my hair grow in? Will this lead to new insecurities? Will I need to shave off my beautiful pelt for certain situations? Formal events? Job interviews? Weddings? The office? If I shave it off, am I selling out? But what about shaving my
legs? Do you have to be hot to pull this off? What are some fun pit-hair trends? Does armpit hair grow back after shaving?Just like how body hair grows back at different rates for different people, the hair on various areas of your body also can grow back at different speeds. For example, armpit hair generally grows back 50 percent quicker than the hair on our legs.
How long does it take for shaved armpits to grow back?Lele Gomes, esthetician and celebrity waxer at the Rita Hazan Salon, estimates that armpit hair grows at approximately one inch per month. According to Gomes, getting luscious underarm tresses like Jemima Kirke will likely take at least one to two months.
How long does underarm shaving last?Your results should last around 3 weeks, depending on how fast your hair grows.
Is it good to shave armpit hair?While there are no true health benefits to shaving the arms, some people prefer the look and feel of hair-free arms and others find that having hairless armpits minimizes body odor associated with armpit sweat.
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