Myth 4: Shaving Causes Hair to Grow Back Faster, Darker, or Coarser
Another prevalent misconception pertains to the effects of shaving on hair regrowth. Anyone who has gone to an esthetician for any kind of waxing, sugaring, or laser hair removal has likely heard this myth. Contrary to popular belief, scientific studies have conclusively demonstrated that shaving does not influence the rate, texture, or color of hair growth, dispelling this enduring myth rooted in popular culture. The reason why we tend to think that shaved hair is more coarser than waxed hair, for example, is because of how it is cut when you shave it. When you shave, you are cutting the hair off at the base where it grows out of the pores in your skin. This removes the finer tips at the end of each strand of hair, giving the sensation of coarser hair. In reality, it’s just because of the way the hair is cut – the actual texture of the hair is no different at all. The hair part of the hair that then continues to grow has not been exposed to the sun, therefore yes, it is darker. Give it time and it will be bleached by the sun, as well.
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