The Navy will no longer issue permanent shaving waivers for sailors diagnosed with razor bumps because whiskers can hinder the effectiveness of breathing devices, the service announced Oct. 4. The condition occurs predominantly in African-American men and is treatable, according to Navy documents. Treatment includes applying creams and allowing sailors with shaving waivers, or “no-shave chits,” to grow out their beard hair no longer than one-quarter inch in length. Read more on Military.com.
Navy Ends Permanent Shaving Waivers for Sailors with Razor Bumps
