Shaving makes hair grow back thicker and darker.
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The claim as people say it
"Shaving makes hair grow back thicker and darker."
Common search: "does shaving make hair thicker" · evergreen myth
What the evidence shows
Cut hair has a blunt tip that feels coarse; the follicle is unaffected (Mayo Clinic).
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Frequently asked questions
Is it true that shaving makes hair grow back thicker and darker?
Contradicted. Cut hair has a blunt tip that feels coarse; the follicle is unaffected (Mayo Clinic).
Why do people search for this?
People commonly search "does shaving make hair thicker". Verfiai lists it as: evergreen myth.
How was this verdict reached?
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