Believe it or not, there are certain benefits of not shaving your body hair that you’ll experience.

A dermatologist explains what happens.

People aregoing bralessandcommando, andnot showering as often, despite being more diligent aboutwashing their hands.

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Another one thats fallen by the wayside for many?

And we mean not shavinganything, from your legs to your pubic area to your armpits.

Hair also prevents different pathogens from invading our body, such as in the pubic area.

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Rachel Nazarian, MD

Letting your body hair grow is what nature intended, says Dr. Nazarian.

The only minor issue you could face by letting that body hair grow?

Her tip for this?

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take a stab at keep the skin cool and dry.

Other than that, enjoy the time youll get back in your day that you used to spend shaving.

And this is what to know aboutface shaving, according to a dermatologist.

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