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"Why I Stopped Shaving My Armpits" and Other Stories From Women With Body Hair

Most of us think hairless is better. These women have plans to change that
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We're Not Flawed
Claudia, 20, Kent, United Kingdom

"I've got quite a lot of hair on my upper lip and my arms. I'm half Indian, so my hair is very dark and shows up quite a lot. But of course it does ... We're not Disney princesses. We're not dolls. And that's completely fine and normal. Our natural bodies are not flawed."

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Natural Femininity
Cat, 24, West Palm Beach, Florida

"I feel infinitely more feminine than I ever did when shaving. If you're constantly being told you're not feminine enough until you get rid of all your body hair, how will you ever feel comfortable in your body's inherent, natural femininity?"

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What's the Deal?
Kayla, 24, Austin, Texas

"I've dealt with oppression in a bunch of different forms ... What is it about a black girl doing the same sh*t ... men do that makes them feel like it is too much?"

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New Perspectives
Alyssa, 20, Dayton Beach, Florida

"I get some disgusted looks from people when they see my body hair, but mostly just questions. 'Why don't I shave?' 'Isn't it itchy?' 'How is that comfortable?' I explain how I feel ... how it is unnecessary to spend money on razors, hair removal cream, waxing and countless other alternatives to make myself beautiful.... People seem to understand and respect my views, even if they don't agree."

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It's All Good
Roxie, 30, Seattle, Washington

"Whether you shave or not, women should be allowed to make decisions about their bodies without judgment from others."

BY AMANDA MONTELL | APR 14, 2015 | SHARES
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