Modern day naturists are not the only ones who shave or remove bodily hair. Truth, most people naturist or not remove some amounts of body hair. 1Hair removal Men shave facial hair, women remove underarm hair. Naturists are singular in their view of the subject. Many natural living naturists believe that shaving goes against the values having the body being naturally nude.Maintaining a “natural” look was considered part of the naturist ideal.
For many cultures body hair removal has more than an aesthetic purpose 2Unique Shaving & Grooming Rituals from History and Around the World. Pubic shaving actually originated in ancient Egypt and Greece as a form of personal hygiene. Body shaving among women became the norm between 1915 and 1945. Body hair removal was fashionable in ancient Egypt. 3Hair removal Egyptians  also considered hair removal including pubic hair more hygienic. 4 How hair removal became a beauty standard
Pubic hair removal only became popular in the 1980’s. 5Pubic Hair Removal: Shaving . Body shaving and pubic or full body hair removal was not a practice among naturists until recently. Many nudists and non nudists have adopted the removal of the hair surrounding the genitals. There is some debate about the health or appropriateness of this practice. Others  remove additional body hair, removing all bodily hair except hair on the heads others go even further removing hair from head as well. naturists use the term smoothy to describe those  who remove public or other body hair. Body hair removal by shaving, waxing and other forms of hair removal has become more popular among naturists. It is not uncommon now to see many if not most people in social naturist groups with some degree of body hair removed.
Naturist purists consider  body hair  removal  including pubic hair a move away naturism roots. Naturism they say is about being natural and reconnecting with nature. Nothing is  more natural that letting than letting pubic hair grow out. The case that removing pubic hair down is cause for  concern as the practice can cause health problems.  Pubic hair that was meant for a protective purpose is the rationale. This view is bolstered by female celebrity voices. 6 It’s the year of the bush – time to rediscover all female body hair
Despite the common misconception all naturists don’t remove any or all of their body and pubic hair. Hair removal is also not required to fit in at naturist venues or clothing optional beaches. Naturist remove body hair for myriad reasons. In general body hair removal is a personal and aesthetic preference. 7 Bare or hair down there why should I care? The comparison of degrees of body hair removal that seems fetish like is can be found online.
the meaning of being a smooth nudist! … too many people consider themselves being ” a smooth nudist” by simply shaving their pubic hair … I disagree. A smooth nudist should be someone who enjoys having its entire body silky smooth from nose
to toes. … A true smooth nudist and proud of it
Conversations about the virtues of waxing and laser hair removal are common in those smoothy circles. Often this accompanies  an undercurrent of disdain for those who prefer to let their hair grow out. Pubic hair trimmers are tolerated.
This are some religions that practice body hair removal as part of the religious practice.8Is It Haram To Shave Body Hair In Islam?. Likewise some naturist  express a spiritual dimension to their hair removal practice. 9the shaven naturist
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Body hair removal poll
- What does FKK mean?
FKK is an abbreviation of the term Freikörperkultur or Free Body Culture used in the early days of naturism in Germany to the naturist movement.
- Where was first nude beach skinny dip?
Tsarskoye Selo Is the supposed site of skinny dipping by Tsar Nicholas II marking a nude beach.
- who were naturist icons
- if I’m not naked 24/7 can i still be a naturist?
Contrary to popular opinion naturists don’t spend all their time naked. They get dressed when appropriate and for certain situations.
- Why do naturists wear clothes?
Because they understand there are times that clothes are necessary or appropriate.
- What can naturist organisations can do to improve diversity?
This question is often asked on social media below are some responses
- Declare diversity as a core organizational value.
- Recruit POC talent into paid staff positions and organizational leadership. Foster a culture of diversity.
- Develop a diversity certification for affiliate clubs. Include training and education.
- Why does anyone think being naked makes you happy?
Some people online say being naked and be happy. Why does anyone think being naked makes you happy?
There are some studies that suggest non sexual social naturism can improve and promote and overall sense of well being.
- do naturists and nudists hate clothes?
It is a common misconception that naturists hate clothing. More common is they prefer to not wear clothes.
- are fitness and body acceptance compatible with naturism?
- What's the difference between a naturist and a naturalist?
- do naturists go naked outdoors in the winter time?
Definitely
- how to introduce a reluctant spouse significant other or partner to naturism
The is an age old question as evidenced by the image from an old naturist magazine article.
- what is it like growing up as a naturist?
This first person account of growing up as nudist answers this question.
Michael Ruehle, son of Sun Valley Gardens owners, recalls his childhood on 25-acre naturist camp
https://thevoiceofpelham.ca/2020/12/26/first-person-growing-up-with-nudists/
- Do many naturists only go naked at home?
Many people don’t have nearby options for social naturism so they are limited to spending naked time at home. However nothing compares to social experience.
The folks over at Naturistplace Blog asked this question Are there many people who enjoy nudity at home but don’t visit nude beaches and resorts? (via Naturistplace Blog)
- Do people who sexualize nudists/naturists online hurt promotion of naturism?
Follow this thread from twitter.
- How can i get my wife to join me?
- Is there a downside to always being naked?
- How should I prepare to go to naturist beach for the first time?
- What if i/we plan to have children?
If you plan to have children – there are many questions that come up. – how will you raise them? At home they don’t wear clothes and at school they do? Will you live in a clothes free community? Will you homeschool them?
These question can only be answered by each family on a case by case basis. We have linked to some good resources in the subject to help you determine the best answers for your family
- How can I find a naturist bed and breakfast near me?
The number of naturist bed and breakfast options has been increasing around the world. Search here to find naturist bed and breakfast  options close to your location.
Also see Naturist BnB
- Are there naturist resorts in Thailand?
There are several naturist resorts accommodations in Thailand. See a list here with more information about the resorts and links to their web sites.
Learn more about naturism in Thailand.
Also see  Freedom beach – Thailand - When was the first American film featuring full frontal nudity released?In 1915 the first American film to feature full frontal nudity Hypocrites from actress and film maker Lois Weber was released. 1 FarOut Magazine – The first American film to show full-frontal nudity
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- What is a nudist colony?
Nudist colony is an antiquated word now considered derogatory for naturist communities.
- Where are there naturist beaches?
- What was the first American nudist magazine
The Nudist magazine was the first nudist magazine published in America.
- What is the first naturist resort?
CHM Montalivet is considered the world’s first naturist holiday resort. The resort was establish by Christine Lecocq and her husband Albert in 1950. Monta as it is fondly known hosted the 1953 World Naturist Congress meeting at which the International Naturist Federation was formed. 1 CHM Monta, more than 70 years of naturism
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- When is National Nude Day is celebrated annually on July 14.
National Nude Day is celebrated annually on July 14
- What was the first naturist organization in the United States?
The American League for Physical Culture (ALPC) was the first naturist organization in the United States
- Where was the first naturist community in the United States
The first naturist community is believed to be Sea Island Sanctuary located on Cat Island of the South Carolina coast
- What is the difference between naturism and naturalism
Naturism is a way of life characterized by respect for the environment and others which includes social nudity.
Naturalism a philosophical belief that everything in the universe functions according to natural law. Also the study of the natural world.
- When was the first naturist club formed?
First organized naturist club the Fellowship of the Naked Trust is believed to have been formed in India 1891 by British expatriates Edward Carpenter and  Charles Edward Gordon Crawford in Thane India.
More extensive organized naturism with developed later in Germany through the Lebensreform and Freikörperkultur (FKK) or Free Body Culture movements.
- Was Henry David Thoreau a naturist?
Henry David Thoreau was a naturalist, abolitionist, poet, philosopher transcendentalist and author. His famous book Walden – Living in the Woods inspired several segments of the the naturist community including
Anachro-Naturist or Anarchist Naturists.Thoreau’s philosophy love of the outdoors and interaction with nature aligns with naturist values though there isn’t any evidence he himself practiced public or social nudity
- Who was the first black delegate to nudist convention in the United States?
EJ Samuels was a delegate to the ASA West Convention
- what’s a gymnosophist?
The term  was used by ancient Greeks to describe the naked monks (philosophers) they encountered in India.
- Are all naturist venues the same?
Naturist venues vary as much as their clothed counterparts do. Some are more sophisticated with many amenities others are more rustic.
- Is it legal to hike naked?
There is no single answer to that question. It depends on the country and region you plan to hike in.
- Is it true real naturist and nudists never wear clothes?
Naturists prefer to not wear clothing but they realize that are circumstances where clothing is either necessary or required and dress accordingly.
- will people stare?
- what is naturism?
The International Naturist Federation defines of naturism as
A way of life in harmony with nature, characterized by the practice of communal nudity, with the intention of encouraging respect for oneself, respect for others and for the environment.
Naturism  has a long and rich history from indigenous to modern naturism.  Finding genuine  naturism information searching the internet can lead to  unrelated material, that distorts the values of naturism or exploits naturism.
Many of the works that documented the early years of modern western naturism are inaccessible or limited availability.
- how can I skinny dip?
Skinny dipping is a fun first naturist activity. Simply put if you swim, frolick, soak or relaxin water is a natural or artificial body of water without a swimsuit or any form of clothing it’s a skinny dip.
See our  wiki how article for more tips on how to get started.
- What is nu gymnosophy?
It is inclusive accessible to anyone regardless of race, creed, gender identity or sexual orientation.
It is both a philosophy and a practice.nu gym for short is our philosophy and approach to naturism. Learn more here
- What is clothes free life?
Clothes free life from which the site takes its name is the preference for engaging the non sexual activities of everday life at home, play or work without wearing clothes. It is a preference not an obligation or social requirement for being clothes free.
It is a preference for enjoying the freedom to move and actively engage life without the encumbrance of clothing except where needed. It is a preference for being clothes free not a hatred of clothing
- What are non-landed clubs?
Non landed is the term that used to be used to describe naturist clubs that own no property. They are now called travel clubs
- What does AANR mean?
AANR is the acronym for the American Association for Nude Recreation
- What is TNS?
TNS is an abbreviation for The Naturist Society one of two national naturist groups in the audited States
- do naturists isolate and stay to themselves at resorts and camps?
Some naturist prefer to practice naturist life by visiting or living at private naturist camps and resorts. Others prefer to visit  nude or clothing optional beaches and public recreational spaces like hot springs.
- Do I need to post naked photos online to be a real naturist?
- won’t people be staring at me when I am naked?
Most naturists are used to seeing clothes free bodies of all shapes and sizes. for that reason one of the basic norms of naturism is not staring or gawking at others. Genuine naturist look others in the eye when they speak to them.
- What’s the difference between naturism and nudism?
What’s the difference between naturism and nudism?
This is an age old question. When Europeans introduced the practice of gymnosophy to the United States they used the term naturism. This included a philosophy of healthy living, eating and exercise. When Americans adopted the practice they choose to make the health nutrition and exercise aspect of naturism optional calling it nude recreation and using the term nudism.
Nudism has a negative connotation in some parts of the world,  naturism is used instead. In most cases naturism and nudism are the same thing. For others there is a distinct difference between those two terms. At one time the terms used  to mean the same thing and were used synonymously.
Nudism has come to mean just getting naked, while naturism links to way of life philosophy and ethic of respect for the natural world and others while remaining in the most natural state of being that is clothes free. 1Recreational Naturism versus Ethical Naturism
external links
https://cottagelife.com/general/the-difference-between-nudist-and-naturist/
https://medium.com/@reformnaturism/the-obligatory-naturism-vs-nudism-entry-45bf2818f594
https://www.quora.com/Whats-the-difference-between-nudism-and-naturism
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- what is gymnosophy?
Gymnosophy was the language used by early modern naturists to describe what is now more commonly called naturism.
In 1915 the first American film to feature full frontal nudity