In the United States, calling shaving (or other forms of hair removal) a 'hygiene' practice masks (obscures; diverts attention from) its:

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Shaving and other forms of hair removal are often gendered practices that help maintain normative gender distinctions. Calling them 'hygiene' practices deflects attention from this aspect and implies a purely utilitarian purpose.

In the United States, Calling Shaving (Or Other Forms of Hair