Shaving Pubic Hair For The First Time - Prevent Razor Burn Stubble and Pain

Why on earth would you want to shave your pubic hair off? I suppose I could say, Why on earth wouldn`t you want to shave you`re pubic hair off when it`s all the rage. On a serious note it is no one else business but yours, why you shave you`re pubes. Pubic hair is never shaved off without a reason. Some people do it in a bid to rid pubic lice, or because of genital hygiene, or because it`s the in-thing to do. Is shaving the hair from the around the vagina and anus, a dangerous thing to do? Aside from razor accidents there is no serious health risk connected with removing genital hair - so keep it this way and look for the safest way to rid yours.

The most preferred method for hair removal is shaving, while some agree, we have them who oppose it as the best removal system. I can only, purely because of this disagreement suggest what is available and to what is believed to be the ideal way to remove pubic hair. Due to embarrassment in having to show their private parts men and women choose shaving over a waxing session done in a salon. Blushes are not as common now - now that we have the do-it-yourself home waxing kit. Another reason why waxing is popular is, because it rids pubic hair without problem razor burn and stubble. Shaving/waxing pubic hair from around the vagina, penis and anus is just a regular doing these day`s like that of washing the face every day. It is in your best interest to experiment with the different methods available if you can afford to. Pubic hair is not much talked about and yet nothing to be ashamed of.

How true is the myth that pubic hair is a throwback from ancient kinsmen who were supposedly to need body hair to keep warm? No solid proof do we have to clarify this, however the amount of people we see walking round with body baldness is the proof we have today that say`s different. I suppose this may have something to do with the clothes we wear and types of climate. There are three regular ways to removing unwanted pubic hair, shaving, waxing and laser hair removal, which out of the three, is the most expensive unless you shave with a gold razor.

How to Shave Pubic Hair

First things first and to answer one common question "Is it easy to shave pubic hair off", yes and no? Yes if you have mastered a technique, but no if you haven`t got a clue. More accidents happen to them that are clueless. Also consequences of a shaky hand and razor can result in deep wounds. It is vital when shaving pubic hair off is to use a "clean sharp" razor. It is hygienic and prevents hair snagging.

It is imperative, for a close shave to trim down lengthy pubes. Trim long hair down to a more manageable size with scissors, clippers or electric razor. Do not attempt to rush, it can be extremely hazardous. Allot yourself time for shaving so you`re not obligated to speed up by circumstance - like a visitor calling, or someone needing to use the bathroom.

Once pubic hair is at a satisfactory length you then wet the area with warm water to soften the remaining, maybe now, thick and wiry hair. Now sudsy up the hair patch with shaving cream/gel. Avoid using soap and scented cleansers and do not dry shave. Ingrown hairs can happen if the technique used for shaving is not done properly. Follow the same route that the hair grows to lessen risk of ingrown hairs developing. Don`t repeat razor motion over the same spot you have shaved. Stretch genital skin to get onto all nook and crannies. Wash shaven area and exfoliate to cleanse the pores. Moisturize you`re skin with products containing Vitamin E. Shaving see`s hair growth come back quicker than that of waxing.

The plus to waxing is re-growth is less coarse. Waxing, whether carried out in a salon or done at home with a waxing kit involve layering hot wax on strips of cotton cloth. The strip of waxed cloth is placed over the prepped pubes and, with a rapid pull is removed taking the hair with it. An expert would normally tweeze out stragglers left behind. You too can do this only be careful with pointed tweezers. Use moisturizer that contains aloe Vera to treat waxed area. The skin is now extra sensitive so use gentle strokes when rubbing in the moisturizer. Some think waxing better than shaving because waxing extracts hair roots and hair bulbs causing hair to grow back thinner, finer, sparser, weaker, lighter and shorter.

If money is not an issue then consider laser hair removal treatment. It is a semi-permanent to permanent hair removal process. It involves a laser beam which targets a square area of hair or a specific hair, the follicle is heated to a temperature that slows down hair growth. Aftercare will include you treat redness and swelling.

Popular and quick but smelly, are depilatory creams. Rub cream under armpits/legs or wherever and leave for suggested time on the packaging and rinse off, now how quick is that, and painless too. Depilatory cream ingredients consist of mild caustic chemicals that contain sodium and calcium thioglycolate. When cream comes in contact with the flesh it dissolves the keratin in the hair shafts, giving a hair removal that goes just below the surface of the skin.

• For removing unwanted hair with a depilatory cream, prepare the area first. Clean to open follicles and check oils are not preventing clean contact
• Do a skin allergy test beforehand. The forearm is an ideal place. If the skin reacts clean off the cream. If a rash appears and won`t go away see your GP.
• Don't exceed the length of time stated on the box to leave cream on the skin.
• Use a damp cloth, or portable shower hose to rinse off cream. Apply slight pressure it helps break away more hairs.
• Depilatory creams go to work right away and remove large amounts of hair painlessly without stubble and razor burn.
• Hair removal creams are longer lasting than shaving and, less work involved than a waxing session.
• Do not use depilatory creams purposely created for the face on pubic hair.

Street women who sold their wares so as to speak shaved off their pubic hair to avoid getting "pubic lice."

Beware when waxing pubic hair because of possible infections setting in skin grazes. Also, as pubic hairs can be thick and bristly, suffering in-growing hairs is probable; this also applies to epilating and shaving if razor movement goes against the grain (opposite direction to the path the hairs grows.) Some women believe shaving off their pubic hair leave themselves open to infection like BV (bacterial vaginosis and yeast Infections.) Speak with your doctor for clarification on this.

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