Yep, we’re going to talk about body hair.
Nobody really likes body hair, but we’ve all got it. It’s a natural part of our evolution as human beings and plays an important role in our health and well-being.
Body hair is nothing to be ashamed of, and we might as well embrace it.
In this article, we’ll go over some fascinating body hair facts we think you might find interesting:
- The more hair, the bigger the brain: Did you know that body hair is tied to intelligence? Well, at least one study says so. Dr. Aikarakudy Alias has been studying body hair and intelligence for over 22 years and has found that men with more chest hair often have more important jobs or performed better in school than men with less chest hair. So, if you’ve got a carpet on your chest, chances are you’re a genius.
- Our ancestors were A LOT hairier: You might think you have a lot of body hair now, but your primate ancestors were COVERED in hair—we’re talking full face, palms, and feet. But over time, we humans lost a lot of our fuzz. Scientists are not 100% sure why we’ve become less hairy. Theories as to why we lost our body hair include: hunting in the water, hunting in the savannah where it’s really hot, ridding of pesky lice, or helping communicate emotions without fur covering our faces. Though we’re much better groomed than our ancestors, we did keep some Hair on our heads to help us regulate our body temperatures, and our eyebrows keep sweat out of our eyes.
- Why men are hairier than women: Though men and women share the same number of hair follicles, men have more androgens (sex hormones) like testosterone in their bodies, and androgens are what cause terminal hairs to grow. There is also an evolutionary theory that women subconsciously find men with body hair more virile and therefore better mates. One study discovered that women found men with “evenly and continuously distributed facial hair” more sexually attractive, as well as men who had some chest hair rather than none.
- Puberty: That challenging time in your life when emotions run wild, and body hair begins to grow in unexpected places. The sudden appearance of hair on your face, armpits, and private areas is all thanks to hormones—lots and lots of hormones. These hormones are your body’s way of guiding you into adulthood, helping you stay protected and attractive to the world around you. Facial hair helps regulate body temperature, armpit hair releases pheromones (which can make you more appealing to potential mates), and pubic hair provides a barrier against bacteria and other harmful pathogens. If dealing with this new hair growth feels overwhelming, a laser hair removal machine can help manage and reduce unwanted hair, making the process more comfortable as you navigate these changes.
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As you can see, body hair plays an important role in our evolution and modern-day bodies. However, just because body hair is important, it doesn’t always mean you want to be stuck with it. If you’re looking to get rid of some of that body fuzz, we can help. Contact us today to find a Soprano laser clinic near you.
