When Do Girls Start Shaving?

RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By kaz (Guest Post) (11/15/2008) I'm 17 and I still haven't started. Don't really feel the need to. I think it's one of those peer pressure things, but my mum explained to me that your hair actually drops off around your 20s. If she lied I'll just start. It's no big deal. I still have friends and they haven't said anything about my not shaving. I don't think they've actually realized. So yeah, shaving is no biggie. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Michele/A Mom (Guest Post) (11/01/2008) Follow up to my earlier feedback. We picked up a razor and gel. I asked Britney to shower and then put on her swimsuit so she would feel more comfortable. I went into the bathroom and gave her instructions on how to shave properly and how to take care of the razor so it will last and be clean. She is very happy and says she no longer has to be so self-conscious. I hope our experience will help other moms and girls to approach this as an opportunity to share the experience and not avoid it. Girls grow up and we can be a part of it or be left behind. God bless! Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Michele/A Mom (Guest Post) (10/28/2008) Thanks to all you girls for the honesty here. I have an 11 year old who has mentioned that she feels ready to shave. I remember sneaking my sister's razor in 5th grade, so I did not want her to go through that (I didn't know what I was doing and cut myself really bad). I think that it should be up to the girl herself. If you are ready and it can help your self esteem, ask your parents. They want you to feel good about yourself. I'm saying yes to my daughter today. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Anonymous. (Guest Post) (10/23/2008) It's embarrassing to have hairy legs. Every time I'm getting ready for P.E in the locker room, I pull down my pants and like my friends look at my legs. They are like "DAG!You should shave!" I'm serious! Its like JET BLACK! and like everyone can see it. Al the guys in my PE class say I'm attractive, it's just they wont date me because of my hairy legs. I'm serious. Thats' why when I get ready for school, when my dad goes down stairs, I grab my mom's razor and shave in the shower. MY legs are smooth. :) But I wanna ask if I can get Nair. I don't know how to tell my mom. :/ Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Annoyed Singer! (Guest Post) (10/21/2008) Argh. I hate all people that say they started shaving their legs at like 9 and stuff! I am twelve with dark brown hair and freakin' pale skin it looks HORRIBLE! My mum won't let me and her reason is "BECAUSE YOU'RE TWELVE!" she won't even tell me when she thinks I'll be old enough. Argh. Advice from mums would be highly appreciated. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Gabby (Guest Post) (10/18/2008) Hi, I'm 12. I think You should Shave at 10, Cause I started at 10. And to me it's the right age. Believe me, my mom let me shave cause she knew I wanted to feel good about my image. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Charlie (Guest Post) (10/01/2008) I am 13 years old, and I ask my mom if I can start shaving, but she won't let me. I think that is so unfair because I'm a teenager now, and it's my body! So iIshowed her most of these replies, so hopefully this will work! I think girls should we able to start shaving after the age of 12. You don't wanna grow up too fast! But I think I should have a choice if I want to shave my legs, but don't really have a choice! Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Micah (Guest Post) (09/23/2008) I am 11 and I shave. My mom was helping me with my gymnastics and she saw my under arm hair. So she said I should start shaving. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Unknown (Guest Post) (09/12/2008) Hey Im In the 8th grade Im going to high school next year. My mom lets me shave my armpits with Veet it doesn't burn but I am the only person in school who doesn't shave her legs, all the 6th graders do it. (I even have more hair on my legs than the guys) I have asked my mom since 5th grade My hairs are not blond like you lucky girls mine are jet black and super long my dad says that I can shave but my mom says I cant and that if I do she won't let me shave till I leave her house. I also have a razor hidden in my room she doesn't know I have it. Plus I have to wear skirts and every time I wear them people look at me I also have a little of upper lip hair help from a desperate girl. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Nataly (Guest Post) (09/11/2008) I'm 12 and in the 7th grade and im still not allowed to shave. I'm already grown up (if you understand what I'm saying) but my mom wont budge. My hairs are thick and black, also SUPER long. Everyone notices but I know they're trying not to say anything. I know that it gets thicker and worse, but it would give me such a boost and might even make me more out going. I'm the odd one out of the group, and when we do P.E. I always sit on my knees, I just know that i can't hide it, but what can I do? I've even written a story on why I should shave and nothing, I spend nights reading advice colums on parents letting their daughters shave and why. I guess theres no hope. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By JADA T (Guest Post) (09/02/2008) I want to shave my legs and I want to ask when she gets home. How do I ask? Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By (Guest Post) (08/31/2008) I'm to scared to ask! Help! Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By eliza (Guest Post) (08/30/2008) I'm 11 years old and im begging my mom to let me start shaving! She said no to shaving, hair remover cream, and offered waxing and then changed her mind and wont let me even have a choice of waxing now! I used to be made fun of when I was little in school because I always had more hair on my legs than anyone else and that was when I was 5! Now I'm going into 6th grade. I can already imagine what other kids are going to say! I have 3 days to convince my mom to let me shave help! Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Lyndsey Wells (Guest Post) (08/29/2008) I am starting to shave tomorrow because I'm a cheerleader. I was SUPER shy asking my mom but i said "can I ask you a girl question?" She was like sure. So I asked and she was like, "there's nothing there" Then she proceeded to tell me whatever I had felt more comfortable with. I use the new gillette venus divine. I am 12 and I'm going in to middle school in 3 days! So yeah for courage! Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Madeline (Guest Post) (08/28/2008) I'm 14 and I have not started shaving yet. I really want to because in 4 days I'm starting high school and I don't know what people will say. It's not just that, but it would make me feel more comfortable. I might be allowed, but I am WAY to shy to ask my mom! And even if I did she would tell my dad and he'd say how I'm "growing up so fast!" I just don't know what to do! Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Rachael (Guest Post) (08/24/2008) I'm fifteen and I haven't started shaving yet. One, because I can't be bothered: too much hassle, why waste an hour every week or more often getting hair-free legs when I could be out with my mates wearing jeans? Two, because nobody has commented or asked if I want to. Three, I will shave when I want to and when I feel ready. However, I do shave my underarms. :) Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Daughter Of Tyrants (Guest Post) (08/22/2008) I need to shave, like, BADLY. I'm 12 and my parents refuse to let me! I've begged, I'm talked, I've given reasons, but they refuse! This is SO unfair, especially since it's dark. I'd sneak-shave, but where am I going to get my own razor from? =/ Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Blah (Guest Post) (08/17/2008) You should have a friend come over and blurt out that you have hairy legs right in front of your mom and then look sad. Maybe she will feel sad and let you. Lol Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Hilary (Guest Post) (08/13/2008) I really want to shave I have a lot of dark hair my sister noticed it but not my mom. I already asked my mom to shave once and she said its a pain and you have to do it for the rest of your life and I took that as a no. I don't know how to ask her again. I would like to start shaving my legs before school starts if you have any advice. Please comment back I'm desperate. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By kate (Guest Post) (08/11/2008) I am 10 and turning 11 soon I want to ask my mom if I can start shaving but I'm scared. What should I do? Please help me. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By (Guest Post) (08/08/2008) I'm 13 years old and going into 8th grade and I'm still not allowed to shave (I have very hairy legs). I know granmas know best but I am the only girl in my grade that doesn't shave. It makes me feel bad because I'm called Mrs.Hairy. Does anyone has any advice on how to persuade my grandma to let me shave? Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By ashla (Guest Post) (08/04/2008) I'm 11 and one of my friends started to shave the summer before 5th grade. One time I was in the car with my mom waiting for my brother. I put my legs on the the arm rest and said my legs are really hair! At first she said no but the next day when we got back from target I had to try on some clothes (shorts and a shirt) and she said maybe you should start to shave your legs. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By come_on_lets_praise_him_oh_yeah (Guest Post) (07/30/2008) I really need to shave and I don't know how to ask my mom. I just don't know how to ask her, but if I do what should say? PS.I'm 11 turning 12 soon Help me please. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By sophia (Guest Post) (07/26/2008) I'm 9 years old almost 10 and I have dark hairs on my legs and I want to shave but my mom said no. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By jazmin (Guest Post) (07/07/2008) I really want to shave but my friends say that if I start to shave every time it grows it gets thicker and thicker every time but I want to shave because i don't like the hair on my legs. I am 11 should I start shaving? HELP I AM SO CONFUSED PLEASE HELP ME! Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post by mybailey (1) | (07/06/2008) Contact My daughter is 9 and she is welcome to start shaving anytime she wants. A lot of mothers say no because you catch them off guard and it is just a reflex. Girls, it is important to give them a little time to think about it before they answer. No mother wants to admit to themselves that their baby girl is growing up. Please do not be afraid to ask and give her time to deside. You might be suprised at the answer you get. It is very important to be able to talk to your mothers, always. Explain that it make you feel bad to be hairy and you might get further then just asking if you can shave. Good luck. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By lola (Guest Post) (07/01/2008) Hi. I'm 11 almost 12. I'm going into 7th grade. Well I started shaving when I was 10, 2 days after the last day of 5th grade. I basically had to beg my mom for a year n she finally let me. I didn't need her to show me how cuz I knew how to since I was 7 from watching her. I started shaving because I have brown hair and one day I got made fun of in school also because I went to sleep away camp the summer b4 n all my friends shaved n I was going back there. Everyone says they have to shave like everyday but I only shave every 2 days. My hair gets darker though so I don't suggest starting unless u really have to Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Some girl's mom (Guest Post) (06/28/2008) Sweethearts - don't be afraid to talk to your mom! What's the worst that can happen? She will say no? My baby girl is 11, she's been asking to shave for 2 years! She has long, but very fine blond hair on her legs. I've said no until now. Because it WILL grow back thicker and darker. Because once she begins, she WILL be doing it the rest of her life. Because,no, I do not care what her friends do or don't do. I have to make decisions based on what is best for her. Monday she goes to camp, and she's growing up, and I don't want her feeling self conscious at the pool. Talk to your moms. Just because you don't always see eye to eye doesn't mean she doesn't want to know how you feel. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Jzlilff1 (Guest Post) (06/16/2008) Help me! My mom says that once you start shaving you always have to. She says that she thinks that the average age is 9-15. That is just her opinion. I really want to but she is always telling me that she has to think about it. Does any boy have a way to convince her? Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Cady (Guest Post) (06/15/2008) Ive just got a new bf and I really want to shave my legs. The thing is mum wont let me. Does that bother me? No way! Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By mikayla (Guest Post) (06/03/2008) To all the girls that moms are saying no to shaving. It's for a reason. I'm 12 and in 6th. I started shaving when I was in 5th because all my friends were and it was the biggest mistake of my life. I hate shaving and your moms know what their talking about so if you don't have hair and want to shave, trust me you'll hate it. I know I do. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By FFFSDFSAF. (Guest Post) (05/24/2008) I am 16 and my mom will not let me shave! Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Jwen (Guest Post) (05/22/2008) I started shaving when I was 11-12. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post by jess_admin (749) | (05/21/2008) Profile | Blog! | Contact (submitted via email) You shoudn't be afraid because your mom went through it and she would understand. Alicia Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Katie (Guest Post) (05/19/2008) I'm 11 yrs old (in 6th grade) and will be 12 in june. 1 day in the summer going into 6th grade my mom and I were in the car and she said that I can start shaving my legs. Although, she forgot about it and now I'm REALLY scared to ask her again! All of my friends do and so I REALLY wanna! But I have no armpit hair. BUT PLEASE GIVE ADVICE! I'm scared! Editor's Note: Because she has already given permission, just ask her to teach you how. I'm sure your mom would be surprised to know that you are afraid to ask her. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By (Guest Post) (05/11/2008) My parents won't let me and I am 11. All my friends do and I don't want to look like the odd on out. I am being bridesmaid soon and I don't want too look a mess. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By rachel (Guest Post) (05/06/2008) OK so I started shaving my under arms when I was like nine, and now I have to shave like everyday. But all of my other friends only shave like once or twice a week. But I have to everyday, sometimes even twice. Is something wrong with my hair or what? I'm not sure what to do and I'm to scared to ask my mom. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Hold tight (Guest Post) (05/05/2008) Well erm, I'm having a slight problem, I have armpit hairs like king kong and I have keep my arms closed at all times because I get bullied at school and get called gorilla. I have a little tash growing to so they all call me hairy lip, kinda sucks, anyone got any advice? Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Loving Mom (Guest Post) (05/02/2008) I am a mom of an almost 12 year old. Of course I don't want my baby girl to start shaving. It means she is growing up, She also has never made a big deal out of it and I think she knows how bad I hate shaving and once you start you have to keep it up. Anyway, summer is coming and I have been noticing black underarm hair for a while now and it is getting really bushy and I am gonna go ahead and teach her how to shave because she really needs to and I want her to be safe about it. I put it off as long as I could but I would hate for another kid at school to make a big deal out of it and embarrass her. So if you are scared to ask your mom make sure you actually need to shave and she should understand completely. You know us moms were kids once too. LOL. GOOD LUCK! Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Guest (Guest Post) (04/27/2008) There's no sure-fire answer for when a girl should shave. For some, it's during 5th/6th grade. For others, it's their middle school years. It all depends on when the hair starts growing and if you think you should. I started shaving when I went to middle school, because I was only friends with guys and they didn't care 'back then.' If you think you need to start shaving, ask your mother. She'll know. She'll be understanding. If she doesn't think your old enough, try to tell her that you are and that you're not a little girl anymore. As for armpits and bras, same thing. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Cooki (Guest Post) (04/25/2008) I'm 12 and I want to shave but my mum wont let me but I still do and she doesn't knwo! lol Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By April (Guest Post) (04/02/2008) i am 12 and i am in the 7th grade I am way to scared to ask my mom and my 17 year old sister! My bff shaves. My mom lets me wear high heals, makeup, and use proactive and stuff do you think I should shave and then just go mom look, or do I email her? I am in desperate need of help. I am blond and I secretly shave my armpits so it grows back black so I have to tell her I want to shave but I'm scared! Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Mikky (Guest Post) (04/01/2008) I need serious help!! My mom won't let me shave! She said it was because I don't need to, but she never had to shave either! She never had hair on her legs. I've tried to talk to her about it, but she simply said no. I think I urgently need to, they are kinda dark, but I bleached them. How do I ask her again? Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By tennisgirl (Guest Post) (03/30/2008) I play tennis so we have to wear athletic clothing. This mean s a lot of tank tops in the summertime when we can play outdoors in the hot sun. I am 13 and believe that you should shave if you think people will be able to see it. I know that guys don't have to shave but the point is that girls are expected to be "ladylike". I am a girl and although I don't think its right to be judged differently based on sex, or race, I do think that you should have enough pride in yourself. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By jasmine (Guest Post) (03/19/2008) I'm almost 11. Is it too early? It's dark and noticeable or should I even be worried HELP?! Report Spam or Abuse help?! Post By jasmine (Guest Post) (03/19/2008) well im almost 11 my hair to my isnt a very big problem but i c the face on my friend when they notice its like i was a whole different person to them and then i relize its really noticeable none of then have hair its like im the only one i cant ask my mom i noe shell tell and ambarasing Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By penguin1 (Guest Post) (03/17/2008) Im 11 and in 5th grade and blonde but I need to shave! I dont kno how to ask my mom tho. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Random (Guest Post) (03/05/2008) I started when I was like 10, in 5th grade. My hair was really noticeable when my friends weren't. I asked them if they started shaving yet and they said no. I'm 12 now and I love the feeling when I'm done shaving. And even if you're shy and don't want to ask your Mom for advice, do it anyways, I mean like who cares if you have armpit/leg hair, everyone does and everyone will go through the pain!! Hope I helped. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Wolfie (Guest Post) (02/24/2008) This makes me very sad, the fact that no body makes fun of guys for having hairy legs but if a girl has hair on her body then it's almost considered inhumane. I feel ashamed to be a girl. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Anonymous (Guest Post) (02/18/2008) I started at nine- because I didn't like going to the beach with hairy legs. So start when you stop liking the hair. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Abbey (Guest Post) (02/16/2008) I'm in 7th grade, 12, and I have been shaving my legs since 5th grade but I've noticed armpit hair. Once my sister asked if I had any. I said a little and she told my mom and stuff. So she knows about it, but I'm so scared to ask.Once I started to say it, but then I got too nervous., and I really really want to wear a bra but I don't think i can I'm in need of help! Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Girl who needs help with this (Guest Post) (02/05/2008) i really want to shave my legs, i really NEED to my legs are so hairy and the hair is really dark brown and i have arm pit hair i dont know what to do (im SOO shy) im afraid to ask my mom and she might tell my dad i dont want him to know, he would make a big deal about it.(I would get embaressed.) im only 12 but im turning 13 in a few days all my friends shave but thats not why i want to. i need to sometimes i sneak a shave with my legs but i always shave my arm pit with this thing my mom has (she doesnt know) sometime i just twezze them if theres afew hairs but i need help talking to my mom about this what should i do? Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By srh (Guest Post) (02/02/2008) I posted something a little while ago, about how I'm 13 and I still can't shave yet. Now my mom lets me! I was about to take a shower, and my mom was in the bathroom too. I was looking for the hair dryer, when I said in my baby voice, "OOOH! Pink stuff!" and I held up a pretty pink razor. I knew it was in there before, but I wanted my mom to know I knew it was in there. My mom said, "Oh yeah, that's for you. If you want to start shaving, you can!" She showed me how and I was so thankful that I kind of spoke up. So if you know where a razor is in your house or you know your mom has one for you, just make it known and you'll be shaving in no time. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By A MOM (Guest Post) (01/30/2008) I told my girls to shave when they got hair, one was 10, the other 8. If you tell your Mom you have hair she will more than likely tell you to shave it off. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By srh (Guest Post) (01/30/2008) I'm 13 years old and I can't shave yet. Well, I'm sure I'd be allowed to if I asked, but I'm really shy and I don't know what to say to my mom. She'd probably tell my dad and act like I'm growing up a lot, which really bugs me. What should I do? Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By jamie2295. (Guest Post) (01/23/2008) It is really difficult. All my friends shave but I'm scared if I shave my legs they'll get really hairy! I'll be 13 in February, so should I start shaving now? Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Lauren (Guest Post) (01/09/2008) I do want to shave my legs! I am only ten, but I think I should be able to because it's my body. I think my mom is going to let me tomorrow! Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By (Guest Post) (01/05/2008) i started shaving my legs when i was nine. All I did was ask my mom and she said yes. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Alicia. (Guest Post) (12/28/2007) I thin you should just ask your mom to shave. I promise she will understand.I told my mom that i was having peer pressure because i thought my legs were hairy. Then she said we could go buy some shavers and shaving gel. it was really easy. oh and by the way, i was 11 when i stared shaving (5th grade). Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Cloe S (Guest Post) (12/27/2007) I want to shave my legs but i don't no how to ask my mum! right now im sneaking shaving my legs. im 12 and im goin to be to be 13in march, i really want to shave my legs and my armpits because they are really hairy. how do i get my mum to let me shave? or how do i drop hints ? please help comment back Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By lizabeth (Guest Post) (12/04/2007) my friend just got nair pretty and i told her about it. i haven't used it but i heard the reviews people give it and it sounds to work very well.she told me that her mom bought it for her. i asked my mom but she said no!!! my legs have jet black hair and anr really hairy. my friend said that later this week if my mom said yes we could go over to her house and do nair pretty together. i am sure my mom is going to say no though. what can i do to make her give in. help! ps my mom said that she didn't start shaving til 7th grade. but she has like no hair Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By soccer chick (Guest Post) (12/02/2007) I now how you feel. I sneak shaves for mostly pits but sometimes legs. Sometimes I feel guilty and i think if I told my mom we might have the talk and she might make me where a real bra and I kinda want to i'm 12 and I only where sports bras and camis should I start wearing padded bras? I'm in need of help Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By lover (Guest Post) (11/28/2007) everyone that I skate withe shaves their legs (they all are 11...12 though)because I hang around them I want to start shaving my legs. I'm only ten, and I'm shy and scared to ask my mom. What should I do!? Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By (Guest Post) (11/28/2007) I am 12 and in 7th grade, when do I need to start shaving my legs? I need lots of advice! Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By jojo (Guest Post) (11/13/2007) ellie i wouldnt use nair pretty on your arms. It hurts alot and although it does not grow back funny it feels funny while growing. I would use the kiwi nair. Also dont try veet it hurts alot. When your mom finilly gives in tell her that you like the nair pretty better. It makes the hair grow back better and not all stubbly. The nair is awsome.(some advice) (never use plain nair it hurts alot. Nair Pretty is made for younger kids like you) Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By ellie (Guest Post) (11/12/2007) I took the advice and used nair pretty. I am 10 going on 11. I am in 5th grade. I am maturing very fast and I have alot of hair everywhere. The nair thing worked but I was wondering does it work on arms or does it grow back funny. I also was wondering which is better to use: the nair kiwi or the nair peach. I used the kiwi! Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By KT (Guest Post) (11/03/2007) Hi I'm 12 and in the seventh grade. I started to shave my legs about a month ago, because my friend made a comment about my legs and shaving. I'm sneeking it right now, and I am too embarassed to talk to my mom. All of my friends do it. Should I tell my mom? Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By danae (Guest Post) (10/22/2007) I'm so scared to tell my mom that I want to shave. 12 and I really want to shave my legs. What should I do? Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By kishia (Guest Post) (10/14/2007) I am getting armpit hair and I am soooo shy to ask my mom. I don't want to cut myself on a razor so I just tweez my armpits. Is that ok.I want to wait till next year or 2 before I ask my mom please respond asap! Report Spam or Abuse shaving my bikini area Post By Ashley (Guest Post) (09/21/2007) Please help I'm 13 and I love swimming but when I put on a swim suit I have little hairs sticking out. I don't know how to shave this area and I'm too embarrassed to ask. Please someone reply. HELP Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Katie (Guest Post) (09/16/2007) Well, I started shaving when I was 11 and I've been shaving for about 3 months now. I don't find it just a hassle that will follow me around, I just shave when it seems like I need to. I don't just do it on a certain day, but I do do it at least 2 times a week. I think girls should start shaving when they are 10 or older and are starting to worry about their hair. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By D. (Guest Post) (09/15/2007) hi i am 11 years old i swim and i dont shave i want to i have underarm hair and im a blonde i sneeked a shave bc i was rlli hairy im too scared to tell my mom im really uncomfertable like ill be like mom can we go to CVS to get makeup shes like i dont have time i was like ughh ive got a sis whos 13 almost 14 and i dont know when she started one time i found her razor so idk what to do im gunna do it soon and some of my friends do and some arent allowed some are scared like me but i think its time. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By guest (Guest Post) (09/13/2007) I'm in fifth grade and I'm to scared to ask my mom. she probably will let me if I ask her for the 3rd time! Help! Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By mel (Guest Post) (09/13/2007) Hi I'm 13 turning 14 and my parents wont let me shave i may have blond hair but like every1 does it my best friend started shaving and i really want to so i asked my mum and she said no and then she told my dad and he like cracked it at me! I cant wear anything that shows my legs and i play netball and when I'm walking into the courts i feel like every1 is staring at me. my mum wont even let me use hair removal cream! why doesn't she understand and should a sneak shave? Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post by Anonymous101 (28) | (09/03/2007) Contact It doesn't really matter what age you have to be to shave - the point of it is to remove hair - so when you have lots of hair, you can start shaving. I started (probably a little early, but oh well) when I was 11 years old. But just be prepared to make a habit of it - it grows back quite fast. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Hairy, but over it. (Guest Post) (08/23/2007) I'm 12 years old going into 7th grade. A lot of my friends shave there legs. I asked my mom when I can shave my legs and she said 14. If you start too early the hair will grow really thick. You will have to shave all the time, but if you wait, you will rarely have to. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By mominohio (Guest Post) (08/23/2007) Im stuck in a major dilemma, I started shaving my legs at just about 8 years old, my older brothers used to tease me because I had so much black hair on my legs, now 23 years later I find myself wondering what to do with my daughter age 7. She has so much dark hair on her legs, she is beginning to become very self aware of this and I don't want her to develop a complex. I caught her in the shower the other night with my razor and she had made a pass up her leg. She started to cry and said she looked like a monkey with all that hair, What should I do. I can remember how it felt to be teased by my brothers and I don't want her to feel the same way. Report Spam or Abuse shaving Post By A. Mom (Guest Post) (08/22/2007) My first daughter, who is now 21 and hates to have to shave, wanted to shave at 12. Because she had very little noticible hair that was blonde peachy fuzz, I encouraged her to hold off, but she insisted and just starting doing it againt my judgment. My second daughter is from an Italian-Greek father and has dark brown hair. I bought her an Intiution razor about six months ago, told her it was time to start shaving, and showed her how. I wanted to save her embarrassment with the black, hairy legs and pit hair. She'll be 14 in Oct. Every girl is different and develops at different stages. The reason moms do not want you to rush into shaving is because WE KNOW what drudgery it is to be a slave to a razor for the next 40+ years of your life. Don't be in a rush to grow up girls, but if you are noticing the hair and feel self conscious about it, be open with your moms and if they demand that you NOT shave well, then I guess you'll either be stuck with hair, or you'll be shaving at your BF's house! Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By (Guest Post) (08/16/2007) Hi, i am a really shy girl. i have a lot of hair on my legs, and hair under my arm. I am 14 and i don't shave cuz i am to scared to ask my mom. And i don't want my dad to notice. iam going into eight grade and i was sneeking shaving in 6th grade but i stopped cuz i didn't want my mom to find out. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By anonymous (Guest Post) (08/11/2007) I am 14 and I started shaving in 5th grade. At first, I was scared to ask my mom but then I just blurted it out and she said okay. I could tell she was uneasy about it because she never brought it up or bought me a razor. Finally, one month after I asked her, I asked her again and she said if I think im ready. Then, she bought nair and told me to try it. I found my skin too sensitive and it stung me and made my skin all red. When my mom found this out, she bought me a razor and now I shave my armpits and legs around every other day. Report Spam or Abuse i need to shave Post By mymomisafreakk (Guest Post) (08/06/2007) My mom says that I can't shave, but I'm going into the 8th grade. I'm uber popular, but my status is in danger because I'm so hairy. I need to shave BADLY but my mom won't let me. I ask her often, but she won't give in. I am in desperate need of shaving, so I am collecting information. HELP! Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Sam (Guest Post) (08/03/2007) I am 12 going into 7th grade. I am not allowed to shave any part of my body yet. My mom says its because SHE had to wait untill she was 15.. But my legs are very hairy! Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By sad legs (Guest Post) (08/01/2007) i'm 11 going to sixth grade in middle school and my legs have dark brown hair they are so hairy against my light tan legs. my friends keep on telling me when i go to middle school kids are going to make fun of me. i'm too scared to ask my parents. help me. what should i do? Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Erin Reilly (Guest Post) (07/30/2007) im 12 and going into 7th grade. my mom lets me shave my armpits, but she wont let me shave my legs! i told her all my friends shave, but she wont let me! the hair on my legs are blonde, but its very noticable because there is so much of it! Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Alexixs (Guest Post) (07/29/2007) im 10 almost 11 and my mom wont let me shave. well shes thinking about it but my legs are really HAIRY and BLACk. what should i do to change her mind. :( HELP"" Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By syd (Guest Post) (07/29/2007) try nairpretty its cream that removes hair it is not painful because its just like lotion and when you take it off after 5 min. all the hair comes off. i recommend it go to nairpretty.com Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By i guess a very lucky girl's MOM! (Guest Post) (07/27/2007) To all the girls out there that want to shave but are to afraid of asking their moms.....please do talk to them but, chose the right time to talk! I my daughter is 10 and she started shaving a few months ago i showed her how with an electric razor first then i finnaly broke down and bought her her own razor and the first time she used that i sat in the bathroom with her and watch to make sure she got it! You girls should really talk to your mothers, if your not comfortable talking to them find someone that is close to your mom that you are close to and get them to talk to your moms! When i was around 10 i started shaving my mom never showed me ( she never talked to me about much) so i try real hard to talk with my daughter about everything.... just please talk to your moms! Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Sarah (Guest Post) (07/15/2007) i was 9 when i started shaving. i had a lot of dark hair on my legs ... my dad did not want me to shave but my mom told him too bad i wasn't gonna have gorilla legs ....my mother knew from her own experience when she was out side and her dad told her to go in and shave her legs and she ran in the house crying bc her mother had told her not to ....i think 9 ,10 or 11 is a good age to start shaving if you have very dark body hair its a self conscious thing and to feel better about ya self Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Guest post (Guest Post) (07/13/2007) I'm turning 13 and going into eighth grade. My parents won't let me shave my legs. They let me shave under my arms because im on the swim team, but they say my leg hair is not dark and one day i will wish i waited as long as possible to shave. But, like i said im on the swim team, and i get really embarrased. What should i sayto my parents? Ive asked a billion times, made a powerpoint, made a list of everyone who shaved, and people who didn't shave (only me and some kids with invisible hair), and even offered to give up my allowance for four months, but i dont know what to do anymore. Help! Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By bad dawg (Guest Post) (07/07/2007) i really want to shave my legs and everyone else is starting. im 11 years old and i'm going into 6 grade. i tried sneaking it once but didnt want my mom to catch me so i stopped. now my hair is getting darker and my friends are calling me a wimp because im too scared too ask my mom. HELP ME! Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Pam (Guest Post) (07/02/2007) I'm 10 almost 11 and I really want to shave. I have armpit hair and semi-dark leg hair. I really want to shave but I'm too shy. I sneak shaving my armpits because I'm on a swim team. My friends are shaving!!! Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post by Love to decorate! (9) | (07/02/2007) Profile | Contact To All Moms from a much older Mom: Please talk to your children about this topic (and all others). Help them be comfortable with approaching you about personal hygiene and health issues. Understand that when something as simple as this is a major concern for your kids it is important to discuss and teach. Shaving necessitates using a razor. If your child is really bothered by hairy legs/underarms, PLEASE get them their own razor/shaving cream and teach them. DON'T risk having them use friends razors etc. Healthwise this is very dangerous. Bloodborne diseases (Hepatitis C and HIV) CAN be transmitted in this manner and it really is not worth the risk. This is an issue that goes beyond shaving. If your child is afraid to approach you for shaving their legs, what else won't they talk to you about? This goes for daughters AND sons! Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving pubic hair? Post By sarah (Guest Post) (07/01/2007) all my friends go on about how they think it is discusting not to shave .. but im not sure wat to do or how to do it? Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By m.s (Guest Post) (06/27/2007) what the fudge! i'm almost 10 and i asked my mom about it and but she is scared that i will cut myself! everytime i bring it up, she says"we should wax them." and i reply "but, it HURTS" Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By Anonymous (Guest Post) (06/27/2007) Honestly, when i was 9,10,11 i could careless about shaving. But when i was 12 and got to middle school I really cared. I felt so uncomfortable and like most people I was afraid to ask my mom. When I turned 13, i still wasn't shaving and I felt even more uncomfortable. All the girls in my school in my grade all shaved. I felt like i was the only one who didn't shave. One day when i was 13 I decided to use my sister's razor and shaving cream. I felt so much better after i was done. I kept sneaking shaving. About four months later, my mom finally realised that I was shaving. Then the next day she bought me a razor. Young girls, seriously, don't worry about shaving when you're 8, 9, 10, and 11. It's such a hassle to shave. It takes a lot of time and you have to shave like every other day. ANd when you accidently cut yourself, it hurts a lot. Just don't worry about it. Not many girls that age care about your hairy legs. But that's just my opinon. Hope I helped some people. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By A. Moral (Guest Post) (06/27/2007) I personally have just started, and I'm 15. Honestly, the only time it bugs me is when I go swimming, but no one has ever said anything about it to me. The fact that I rarely show off my legs might have something to do with it, but if no one notices, I say don't bother. For example, my friends started shaving around the seventh grade, but I honestly couldn't tell. (And one of them shaves her arms!) I honestly only started noticing body hair on my peers when the guys started with the serious 'woolly man-beast' legs, about this year. (9th grade/HS freshman) Just my two cents. :> Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By guest named jo (Guest Post) (06/25/2007) I'm 30, I have a condition called PCOS, and I got dark hair when I was around 8-9 years old. My mom taught me to shave around 10 years old. I started waxing my lip and eyebrows when I was 14. I'm really sorry some moms are being strict about it. It's hard being a teenager and having hairy anything just makes it that much harder. Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By far (Guest Post) (06/25/2007) I need help. My mom completely ignores the fact thet i have hair on my legs,. i am scared to talk to her. I used my sisters shaving cream. It wirked, but she used it all up. i need help Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By kaylee (Guest Post) (06/20/2007) im 10 and my mom keeps saying im too young but thats her answer to everything. my sis started in 7th grade, i do not want to start that late. all my cuzins my age have started. when i told my mom that she said thats crazy and they can cuz im not thier mother! i have dark hair so it stands out. so0o0o0 im sorry but im in a hurry! Report Spam or Abuse RE: When Do Girls Start Shaving? Post By ravenesque1 (Guest Post) (06/19/2007) Look. Shaving is... well... shaving is whatever you want it to be. I'm 13, and I started not too long ago, believe me, shaving is NOT all it's cut out to be. Why do you think your moms are saying no? As soon as you start shaving, you have to do it like EVERYDAY. The hair just grows back darker, and thicker. Once you start, there's NO going back. Not to upset or anything, but shaving is not that great. Pleasepleaseplease do not be in a hurry to start. See that picture? THAT is what you'll look like when it turns the other way around. You won't be in the mood and your mom will be saying DO IT. But there is 1 plus side. ... REALLY smooth legs. Report Spam or Abuse