Bodyhair positivity

Macey Duff, 19, from Nevada, who started shaving her legs and arms at the age of ten, said she felt conditioned to do so by society, but has proudly embraced her body hair since moving to Hawaii.

Many people used to think that women had to shave their body hair to look beautiful. But things have changed. Now, lots of women are choosing to defy stereotypes and embrace their natural beauty. They’re proud of their choice and want to inspire women everywhere.

The body-positivity movement has gathered momentum in recent years, but arm hair — and the stigma attached to it — has been acknowledged far less. We explore why in a series of interviews and accompanying portraits.

If I’m not shaving in order for people to look at me a certain way or to be sexualized or to feel attractive, who am I doing it for?

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Instagram is a hotbed for various awkward beauty movements and trends. Featured in this post is a gallery of Instagram users who are really, really proud of their hairy legs.