Today, we discussed why humans grow hair on our heads, faces, and bodies. We read Laxmi’s Mooch, a story about a young girl who learns to accept her facial hair. We discussed how many people may feel pressured to shave parts of their faces or bodies to meet beauty standards or gender stereotypes. Look at this image of Frida Kahlo, an influential artist who was also famous for her bold unibrow.
Our class also discussed why some people choose to remove their facial or body hair, and the methods that people might use (ex: shaving). Whether you choose to grow a moustache, shave your head, or somewhere in between, we need to make sure we keep ourselves safe and that we feel confident in ourselves!