July 4th 2024.
Esther Calixte-Bea has a unique perspective on body hair - she sees it as a part of her identity, her heritage, and her beauty. This mindset led her to make the bold decision to stop shaving six years ago, despite societal norms that expect women to have completely hair-free bodies. And even in the summer, when many women feel pressure to be hairless in order to wear a bikini, Esther refuses to let her body hair hold her back from enjoying any activities she chooses.
In fact, Esther finds her body hair to be a source of confidence and femininity. She proudly wears dresses, skirts, and bathing suits with her hair on full display, feeling beautiful and empowered. This was especially true during her trip to Ivory Coast in 2022, where she wore a bathing suit with her body hair exposed for the first time. It was a moment of triumph for Esther, who used to avoid swimming if she hadn't shaved.
Esther is not alone in her stance on body hair. There is a growing movement of women on social media who are embracing their natural hair, and encouraging others to do the same. Even celebrities like Madonna's daughter Lourdes Leon and model Cara Delevingne have proudly shown off their armpit hair.
The pandemic also played a role in shifting societal attitudes towards body hair, with a significant number of women choosing to stop buying hair removal products. On social media, there are even specific movements, such as @januhairy which promotes self-confidence and challenges beauty standards by sharing posts of women embracing their body hair.
For Esther, the decision to embrace her body hair was a journey towards self-acceptance and self-love. She encourages others to do the same, but acknowledges that it may not be easy for everyone. If hating your body hair is affecting your mental health, she suggests addressing that first before making any changes. And for those who are ready to make the change, Esther's advice is to focus on being the best version of yourself.
In the end, Esther's message is simple - there's no need to be ashamed of your body hair, especially during the summer. Just like men who freely wear shorts without any scrutiny, women should also feel confident in their natural state. And for those who may still feel self-conscious, Esther wants to remind them that they have the power to make a change, but it has to come from within. Ultimately, the decision to embrace or remove body hair should be a personal one, based on what makes you feel comfortable and confident in your own skin.
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