Learn about the history of shaving and facial hair like beards and mustaches across many cultures with this timeline from the Old Farmer's Almanac. read more
Shaving and Facial Hair in Ancient History c. 30,000 BC: There is archaeological evidence of shaving or removing hairs with clamshells, which were used like tweezers, or with flint razors. Flint was used to make the first disposable razors because it was sharp enough to allow a man to shave but dulled quickly. read more
During the Roman Empire, the lack of body hair was considered a sign of the classes. Wealthy women and men used razors made from flints, tweezers, creams, and stones to remove excess hair. In fact, even pubic hair was considered uncivilized which is why many famous statues and paintings of Grecian women are depicted hairless. read more