Beauty

  1. Home
  2. Style
  3. Beauty

by Shirley Bragg
for About.com

Q. How far up should you shave the legs?

A.

I was just wondering how far you should shave your legs? I used to be told just the bottom half of legs but recently my sister said the top half as well - I'm a bit confused as to what I should do! Have you got any advice?

How much of your leg you should shave is pretty much a personal thing. If you are fair, you just might be able to shave from the knee down. If you have dark course hair, chances are you won't be so lucky. The amount of time is also a factor. Shaving from the knee down takes about half the amount of time. If you can get away with it, I say go for it.

FAQ Index

Explore Beauty

About.com Special Features

Beauty

  1. Home
  2. Style
  3. Beauty
  4. Beauty by Age
  5. Beauty By Age - Teen
  6. Ask Me
  7. How Far to Shave

©2009 About.com, a part of The New York Times Company.

All rights reserved.