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Should I let my nine-year-old daughter wax her moustache?

The Guardian UK Thursday 28 May 2026, 16:00 UTC By Jessica DeFino 1 min read
Key Points

This article introduces the 'Ask

Teaching body positivity is one thing. Helping a child navigate social pressure – while preserving agency – is another

Hi Ugly,

My nine-year-old daughter has become aware that she has a moustache. (I’m a hairy Italian, this is her birthright.) It’s more noticeable than anything her friends have, and visible in pictures.

Why is this column called ‘Ask Ugly’?

How do I respond to my friends when they criticize their own weight and looks?

How should I be styling my pubic hair?

How do I deal with imperfection?

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