2-10-18

Today I am going to discuss why I don't shave my legs. First, it's the most freeing feeling I have ever felt. Not having to have smooth legs have been a highlight of my life. Second, I have fibromyalgia and one of the issues I have is intense itching. I'll scratch till I bleed. I have scars to prove it.

So, last June I made a decision to stop shaving my legs. I even talked it over with my husband. He knew how hard this choice was for me. It was taking me longer and longer between shaving and the scratch marks were getting worse. It was so painful at times, so I would wait as long as possible to shave and would totally regret it afterwards. Was two weeks of pain and torture worth one night of smooth legs?

People have asked me why don't you shave everyday to keep it smooth or use lotion for dry skin. This is why-lotion makes me break out. No matter if it's for for oily skin or dry skin my face will be covered in zits within a couple days. And shaving everyday is a hassle. I don't even wash my hair everyday. So why should I spend 10 minutes a day shaving? I don't see the point.

Bottom line, I don't like dealing with itching and scratching all the time. My husband is cool with it and I don't care what other people think. Shaving is a non-issue for me. It has freed up precious time I use to meditate. I don't scratch my legs up anymore and the scars are being covered up by my leg hair. It's a win-win for me and all I love.