Tag: cultural attitudes

Hirsutism and Body Hair: A Historical Perspective

In today's blog post, we're taking a look at hirsutism and body hair from a historical perspective. It's fascinating to see how perceptions of body hair have shifted over time, with different societies and cultures placing their own values on hairiness. For example, ancient Egyptians and Romans were known to remove body hair, while in medieval Europe, hair was often seen as a sign of sensuality and fertility. In more recent history, the 20th century saw the rise of hair removal as a beauty standard, especially for women. Overall, our relationship with body hair has been shaped by a complex interplay of factors such as religion, social status, and beauty ideals.