Article by Brandon McVey
Facial hair has been a burden on women sense the dawn of time. Always wanting to look their best, they endure a monthly ritual of plucking or waxing. Primarily for self esteem issues and that’s OK, because that is what it takes to be accepted in today’s world. In the same sense, a man was once considered desirable if he was all big and burly and a little scruffy. Recently though that stereotype has been looked down upon; Hollywood and the tabloids are redefining what a ‘good looking’ man looks like.. baby smooth.. more like a woman. This has opened a financial windfall for companies offering there services for laser facial hair removal. There are even specialty salons that cater to all kinds of male hair removal needs.
The business and political world with their 3 piece suites would hardly give the time of day to bearded man or even a mustache for that sake. Face it. To be socially acceptable a man has to be at least hair free on his face. Of course there is the archaic routine of daily shaving, maybe even twice a day to avoid that 5:00 shadow. Shaving has become the norm because it is quick, easy to do, and also inexpensive on a daily basis. Whether by razor or electric shaver you’re going to look good for several hours but get to look forward to it every day for the rest of your life which in that time the cost will add up significantly. This reality has prompted men to start looking for alternatives; and this is what they have to choose from:
