Ask QC: What To Do About My Extra-Hairy Back?

Dear QC,

It’s summer break! I just finished high school and CAN’T WAIT to go to college in the fall. But there’s a problem. I’m really hairy. Don’t get me wrong, I totally love my hairy chest, but what I can’t stand is the hair growing on my back. Not just the back of my neck and shoulders either—it’s covers the entire top half of my back, and left and right flanks of my lower back. I’m kinda scared to take my shirt off around guys, let alone have sex with them when I know they will be touching and seeing my nasty hairy back.

I mean, the obvious answer is to shave/wax it. I never shaved it, because I hear that’s the worst since it grows back fast. But keep in mind I’m a college student, so I can’t really afford monthly or bi-monthly waxes. Also, I don’t know how fast it would all grow back. I tried the Norelco Body Groom and the Mangroomer without much success. The Norelco just doesn’t work well, and the Mangroomer leaves red marks; they go away in a few days, but by then the stubble is back.

I know some people will say “Oh you’ll find a guy who will be okay with it.” But if I’m not okay with it there’s no way I’ll just keep my back hair growing. I’m planning on getting laser treatment when I’m out of college, but until then, can anyone recommend a course of action for me? Maybe a different product or something else? Take into account I’m going to be in college so money’s an issue to keep in mind as well as sound (I really don’t want to use the loud Mangroomer or Bodygroom in my dorm or in the showers. LOL!)

Thanks a lot. Can’t wait for some feedback!

Marty

Marty’s in a hairy situation and needs advice that’s a cut above the rest. Should the young cub grin and bear his ultra-hairy back or is there a smoother solution for him? Please share you advice and experience in the comments section.
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