You’re growing more hair on your legs and it’s starting to feel a bit too long. Should teenage guys shave their legs? Take a look!
Before we dive in, you should note that everyone can do whatever they want. There are no rules related to shaving.
We’ll be answering common questions that you may have if you’re new to your teenage years. Stick around until the end!
There could be benefits that shaving your legs will have. Check it out…
Why Teenage Guys Should Shave Their Legs
Shaving your legs can come with a few benefits as a teen guy:
- Looks cleaner
- Easier to manage
- Feels good
- Necessary for certain sports (swimming, cycling, etc)
- Can boost confidence
You might not utilize any of these benefits if you don’t care about the points mentioned above.
If you do, however, then definitely consider shaving!
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Should Teenage Guys Shave Their Legs?
Whether or not teenage guys should shave their legs boils down to personal preference.
However, most teenage guys do not shave their legs.
It is commonly seen as feminine and unnatural to shave your legs as a boy. As the world changes, less and less people care about whether or not you shave them.
At the end of the day, do what feels right for you!
Is It Normal for Teenage Boys to Shave Their Legs?
It’s very uncommon and is still seen as irregular, but the number of teenage boys who do shave their legs is increasing.
Most guys that shave are doing it for the purpose of sports.
These certain athletic sports include:
- Swimming
- Cycling
- Running
- Water polo
- Soccer
If you’re on one of these sports teams in high school or college, you might want to consider shaving your legs as a teenage guy.
The reason athletes shave that part of their body is to improve aerodynamics, hydrodynamics, and shed off seconds from the clock during a race.
In other words, it makes you a bit faster and more efficient.
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Where Should I Shave My Legs From?
Most teenage guys pick up from where they left off when manscaping.
You essentially start shaving from your groin all the way down to your ankles.
It’s easiest to shave your legs while also shaving your nether regions since you can connect all of the shaving in one go.
What Do I Use To Shave My Legs as a Teen Guy?
Having the right tools for the job is always important for safe shaving and avoiding razor burn.
Basic men’s razor blades will ensure a smooth shave. Be sure to switch them out often to avoid a dull razor on your legs.
Use short strokes when shaving your leg hair. Long strokes will almost guarantee a few missed hairs along the way.
However, there is one more alternative to using razors…
Alternatives to Shaving Your Legs
If you still want to remove your leg hair, but don’t want to shave completely down to your skin, try using a trimmer.
A trimmer will cut down the hairs very short while still making the hairs noticeable enough to look masculine.
Plus, you’ll be able to shave much faster and safer because you’re not coming in direct contact with the skin.
This was my preferred way to shave my legs and nobody ever questioned me, made fun of me, or thought it was weird.
If you’re on the fence about shaving, just trim. You’ll be so happy you did!
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Final Thoughts
So, should teenage guys shave their legs?
If you have no reason to shave them, don’t. If you need smooth legs for sports, looking good, or boosting your confidence, then yes.
It’s that simple!
Hopefully your questions have been answered and you’ve made a decision on whether or not you’re going to shave.
Remember that trimming is always an option!
If you have any comments, questions, or suggestions leave them down below. Thanks for reading!
