If you’ve been to the pool or beach recently, you may have noticed something’s missing—male armpit hair. Yes – Isn’t it great? Many males are now armpit shaving.

For the most part, a male’s armpit hair has been accepted and not a significant concern. But, there have always been a few males whose armpit hair has been a real eyesore. And it’s a relief to see that at least some of them are finally learning that shaving or trimming the hair under your arms is good – For everybody. Thank you.

History of Armpit Shaving

Back in the 1920s, known as “The Roaring Twenties,” female fashions allowed some skin. Mainly legs and arms. So it’s been suggested that this was when armpit shaving became necessary. Records revealed an ad campaign further spurred it in the 1920’s, run by the Wilkinson Sword Company, that underarm hair was not hygienic or feminine.

But back then, not every female was wearing daring, although shapeless “sack,” dresses that exposed so much skin, and it didn’t become fashionable until a significant fashion magazine published a picture of a model with hairless armpits wearing an elegant, sleeveless evening gown.

Current Trends

Today, armpit shaving is the norm for most females. And not just in western societies anymore. Females the world over are shaving their underarm hair regularly for aesthetic reasons. Armpit shaving must be done more often than leg shaving because this hair grows almost twice as fast as leg hair.

It’s interesting to note that (at least until recently, when males began doing it), armpit shaving was considered a form of “sex-specific” grooming, and it has been a bit of a sexual fetish.

Armpit Shaving for Summer the Beach and Poolside

How to Shave Your Armpits

Consider this – If body temperatures can be measured by placing a thermometer in the armpit, it means it is a very sensitive area, which will only make them more sensitive and, more appealing for sensual touching, licking and kissing.

Regardless if you’re male or female, regardless why you’re shaving under your arms, it’s important to learn the art so you’ll get the smoothest results. Because as anyone who has shaved their underarms knows, irritated armpits really is the pits.

There isn’t a whole lot to learn about armpit shaving. But what you do need to know is very important. For instance:

DO NOT, under any circumstances, even attempt armpit shaving with such a sharp object as a razor blade, unless you are fully awake and totally straight. ‘Word to the wise.

And even though your under-arms tend to stay moist pretty much all the time, it’s still a good idea that you moisturize this area either in a hot shower or bath, or at least by holding a warm cloth on it for 5-10 minutes before you begin. Make sure all traces of any under arm deodorant or antiperspirant are removed as these will indeed irritate this sensitive skin.

Apply a good lubricant and allow it to sit on your hair and skin for a few minutes before starting.

ALWAYS use a clean and fresh blade in your razor. A dull blade will only pull and tear at these hairs. The last thing you want.

Getting the Closest and Best Shave

Now, to obtain the closest, but safest results as you’re armpit shaving, use upward strokes and work towards your back.

Once both armpits have been shaved, rinse them thoroughly with warm water, making sure to get all of the lubricant off your skin.

Then, flush your armpits with as-cold-as-you-can-stand-it water. This will soothe your agitated pores.

Don’t rub your armpits dry. Pat them dry with a clean, soft towel.

DO NOT apply any product containing alcohol or any other harsh chemicals after armpit shaving or you WILL be crying.

Instead, dust lightly with a talc free powder. This will absorb any moisture and oils that may irritate your newly shaved under arms.

See? Learning the art of armpit shaving isn’t all that hard after all.