While many collegiettes™ think of “No Shave November” as a guys’ excuse to be extra lazy for a month, there’s an actual purpose to this seasonal trend. A fundraiser by the American Cancer Society, “No Shave November” was designed to increase awareness for men’s health issues like prostrate cancer because it follows October, which is dedicated to women’s health.
But what do collegiettes™ really think of this trend among guys? The consensus is mixed.
Tashfia Noor, a biology junior, is more than approving. She said, “I do like it when guys take part in “No Shave November” because they just look good.”
However, Samantha Abbot and Shaina Panchal, two health science freshmen, both agree that the trend is off-putting.
“My boyfriend did “No Shave November” once, and I absolutely despised it. The prickly facial hair hurts,” Panchal said.
Abbot said that when kissing a guy partaking in “No Shave November,” it makes for some serious skin problems. “It’s almost like a rug burn,” she said.
“No Shave November” has more recently picked up female participants, which has gotten some mixed opinions.
Bailey Gammage, a biology freshman, said she views “No Shave November” as a liberating experience for women. She thinks that those who openly take part are, in their own way, declaring that they don’t care what society thinks of them. “I think girls who do it are awesome,” said Gammage, who also explained that she would be willing to participate if she didn’t have a boyfriend.
On the flipside, however, Panchal is not as enthusiastic. It’s not the actual act of not shaving that Panchal said she disapproves of, it’s telling people you’re not shaving that she finds “kind of gross.” However, even Panchal said she agrees that if it’s for a good cause, like the men’s health awareness, then it’s certainly worth it.
Despite differing opinions on the matter, the trend of “No Shave November” is here to stay. It looks like both guys and girls like the excuse of having one less thing to worry about in the morning!
Sources:
www.cloudfront.net