How to Convince Your Dad to Let You Shave Your Legs as a Child

There could be any number of reasons that your dad does not want to allow you to start shaving your legs before you are a teenager. Sometimes dads think that shaving your legs means you are growing up too fast. He might also worry that you may cut yourself with the razor. Dads sometimes have a hard time letting their little girls grow up.

Instructions

1. Pick a time that is free of distractions to talk to your dad. It is better not to talk to him when he is just getting home from work and is probably tired and distracted. Sit down to have a conversation with your dad in a calm manner.

2. Explain to him the reasons that you want to shave your legs. It is better to keep the reasons personal, rather than telling him that "all the girls shave their legs." Tell him that you feel bad about your body with hairy legs. You can also tell him that shaving makes you feel cleaner, and that the hair on your legs itches when you wear knee socks.

3. Ask him how he feels about hair removal cream or waxing. Maybe it is only the razor and the shaving that he has a problem with. If he agrees, try using Nair, Veet or another hair removal lotion.

4. Approach your mom, an aunt or another adult female that you trust. Women tend to understand better the need to shave hairy legs. After you convince her you need to shave, ask her to go with you to speak with your dad.

5. Accept the hair on your body if you can not convince your dad to allow you to shave. Women shaving their legs is a cultural preference. In some cultures it is considered attractive for women to have hairy legs.