Rumors We Believed Before the Internet Debunked Them

The rumor that shaving hair causes it to grow back thicker has persisted for generations. Many believed this was a reason to delay shaving, fearing a thicker stubble. In reality, shaving merely cuts hair at the surface, affecting its appearance but not its growth characteristics. The perception of thicker hair comes from the fact that shaved hair has a blunt edge, making it feel thicker.