A study, of 2,000 females, found 32% have followed the mantra that shaving their legs should be avoided as it makes your hair grow back thicker – when in reality it makes no difference to the colour, thickness or rate of growth of the hair. While 22% have turned to toothpaste to help soothe spots – despite the fact that it can actually cause more irritation to the skin.

Other misconceptions women have believed over the years include that crossing your legs causes varicose veins, plucking grey…