Shaving doesn't make the hair grow back thicker or anything, but I think it makes it more visible. You take off the ends leaving only the thicker base inside. So, it grows out straight and such. At least, thats what I think. Facial hair is ok, not good, not bad. You look a lil more rugged, but then my sideburns suck! Gotta shave em like every 4 days. Plus, my legs have more hair then any other asian I've seen. Looks weird.