The Practice of Armpit Shaving

“Shaving armpit hair is a tradition over 100,000 years old, serving historical purposes in odor and infection reduction. It stands as a testimony to human grooming evolution across millennia, and for good reason.

But, modern medical advice often suggests leaving armpits unshaven to avoid skin friction, potentially reducing ingrown hairs and rashes. Furthermore, the impact of shaving on body odor is now considered scientifically negligible.”