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Hair on my tummy: Normal or not?

 

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I have a thin line of hair from my belly button to my lower area. Is having it there normal?  How do I get rid of it? I asked my mother and she said that it was totally normal and that she has it, too, but I’m afraid she’s lying to make me feel better.


Don’t fret, girly!  First off, your mom didn’t lie to you.  Even though it can be hard to tell, it’s totally normal to have hair on your stomach.  While some people may have tummy hair that’s thicker or darker, and therefore more noticeable, everyone has at least a little.

 

So how can you get rid of it?  If it’s really bothering you, a quick trip to your local drugstore should do the trick.  In one of the aisles, you’ll stumble upon a bunch of hair bleaches, waxes and hair removal gels.  Talk to your mom before you try any of the products though.

 

Waxing will keep the hair away for longer, but be warned:  it is a bit more painful.  If you go with the bleach or hair removal gel, make sure to test it out on a small patch of hair first to make sure you aren’t allergic to the chemicals. 

 

But in the end, don’t forget that you’re not alone.  Stomach hair is completely normal, so don’t worry!

BY KRISTEN YEUNG ON 2/24/2011 12:16:00 PM

POSTED IN body image, shaving 101, skin problems, puberty, advice, body hair 101, waxing 101, depilatory deets

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So i have hair on my tummy too...but it goes above my belly button.Is this a problem or am i stressing to much???Please respond!!!
xoxo

 

Hey! don't stress, everyone has it. i read on the news recently about a girl who has facial hair, she grows it out because it's a part of who she is. Someone took a picture of her at the airport, posted it online, and mocked her. She responded with a nice letter  explaining that she likes her face and her body and doesn't want to change it. So the way I see it we should all follow her example Smile


Helen S.

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by pinterest on 4/6/2013 1:51:01 PM

 
 

i have the same probablem! I am very happy i found this article!!!! thanks GL!!!!! Smile

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by doggirl2298 on 6/24/2011 4:18:28 PM

 
 



ModModMod. Is it ok to shave the hair on my tummy? And if I do shave will it grow more noticable than before or not? Thanks




Hey girlie,

It's totally okay--but just as a warning, hair grows back faster when you shave (as opposed to waxing), so you might have to make it a habit once you start! 
Ruth S.

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by kazia7 on 6/11/2011 11:20:15 AM

 
 

I have it too! I'm not allowed to use wax or the hair removal sprays/lotions. I don't know why not, but my only option is to shave it, but I don't find it a problem yet.

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by thetruth on 5/23/2011 6:36:50 PM

 
 

i am so glad i saw this article !!! thank u GL !!! LaughingD

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by tpowell11 on 5/23/2011 6:07:51 PM

 
 

happy trailllll Smile

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by spazzygirI on 4/11/2011 11:13:53 PM

 
 

For anyone who needs or who is looking for an absolutely NOT painful, easy way to shave, I recommend using Nair, I use it and it is super easy and you will find yourself shaving less Smile Smile

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by busybee16 on 3/29/2011 9:46:43 PM

 
 

since were talking about hair, what should i do about the hair on by back? when i look in the mirrior i can see dark lines.

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by ims on 3/28/2011 8:06:47 PM

 
 

Honestly, I just use my razor to make the hairs on my belly go away.

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by elkhorngirl97 on 3/20/2011 11:00:06 PM

 
 

i have dark hair. my mom wont let me do anything about it. it makes me feel so wierd to go the pool...im trying to talk her into letting me wax it. do you need to be a certain age? ddoes it work? how often do you do it?

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by I-am-who-I-am on 3/18/2011 12:56:35 AM

 
 

My bf doesnt have a lot of hair (thankfully) but one of the sexiest parts on a guy is when they have sexy abs and they have hair that goes from their belly button down to the top of their pants. I guess that is why so many jean ads show them shirtless that focuses on their mid section. Just thinking about that makes we want to look.

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by luckykel on 3/8/2011 5:50:25 PM

 
 

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hey babes! comment on my PROFILE for ADVICE ON ANYTHING AND EVERYTHING ! (i will reply on my profile)
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by emmiecandy on 3/6/2011 6:29:51 PM

 
 

All Girlies- from my bff's past expirement, she got a rash from shaving it, so shaving maybe isn't the best way to get rid of it.

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by svds on 3/3/2011 6:44:09 PM

 
 

I have that too! It's long and dark and it's spreading all over my ab areaFrown im going to try bleaching it but I think it might be too long… help?! I find it revoltingFrown

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by kch1996 on 2/26/2011 1:42:17 AM

 
 

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and anything else you can think of! I LOVE to give advice so just tell me what you need advice on! No question is weird (promise!)
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by samiyah5 on 2/25/2011 7:58:05 AM

 
 

Hey! I'm new to gilslife, and I really want to meet some cool chicas! Come to my profile and leave a comment!

<3 Lexi

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by Little Miss Love Me on 2/24/2011 8:54:19 PM

 
 

Hey, girls! Do you need advice? Well, I give advice on everything:
Boys
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Dealing with mean girls
Money making ideas
Gift ideas
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And anything else you can think of! And if I can't answer your question, I'll try to point you to someone who can. So if you need help now, leave a comment on my profile. I promise to get back to you ASAP. And I come on GL usually at least once a day, so I'll get back to you pretty soon.

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by supersingershannon on 2/24/2011 7:36:07 PM

 
 

hey dont trip try nair!i use it it works really good!

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by rushchick on 2/24/2011 7:25:06 PM

 
 

i have that too! it bugs me soo much... i shave it once in a while but it grows back really fast!

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by mrslautner2016 on 2/24/2011 7:24:26 PM

 
 

i suggest not bleaching in case you have an allergic reaction. i did, and my skin was HORRIBLY red.

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by icegal on 2/24/2011 2:18:56 PM

 
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