If you shave, does the hair really come back thicker?

Answer by  William (26)

No, hair does not come in thicker. It seems that way because when the hair grows back what you see and feel is the blunt end of a hair that was cut mid-shaft. When hair grows naturally the end of the hair is tapered. Hair that grows back after waxing feels finer because it is new growth.

Answer by  zenjen (37)

Not thicker, but definitely much coarser....When I was young my mom told me, never shave your thighs, never did, and have very fine peach fuzz.....every other woman I know who did, they now have to either shave or wax...for life...Always listen to mom! :)

Answer by  kat43xxnetzerocom (29)

I was watching Oprah one day and Dr.Oz said that there is no difference but, if your a female and you shave the hairs on your chin they will come in looking like a mans stubble. So you may not want to.

Answer by  CarolynOsborne (2804)

It's a myth. It just looks thicker against your skin when it first comes back. I'm sure a lot of bald guys which it were so, because then they would just shave their heads and get their hair back!