Guide to Pubic Hair Removal

A Beginners Guide to Pubic Hair Removal

Pubic hair removal has been practiced for years, centuries in some cultures, in countries around the globe.  The practice did not, until recently however, gain popularity in the United States.  With the topic of pubic hair no longer taboo in the United States, the subject has flourished. 

Benefits listed by those who have trimmed or removed pubic hair include improved self image, increased feeling of cleanliness and even increased sexual sensitivity. 

Options for hair removal can however, prove problematic for some and should not be done on a whim or following tequila shots and a dare.

 
The first choice for those considering altering their pubic hair is whether they want to neaten up with a trim or remove all of their pubic hair.  Much like going to the barber or beauty shop you should choose a style.  For those wanting the pubic hair to appear neater or wanting to wear a specific bathing suit a close trim is the best option. 

Pubic hair that is completely removed, also referred to as a Brazilian, is gaining popularity in the United States.  With a Brazilian the hair is removed from the pubic area as well as all surrounding areas, including the buttocks.  Some people choose a combination of the two, opting for a triangle or other unique shape.
 
Once the style decision is made, choose what product to use to remove the hair.  For those just wanting to trim up the best option will be electric clippers or a beard and mustache trimmer.  Shampooing and conditioning the pubic hair in a hot bath or shower first makes the hair fluffy, soft and easier to trim. 

With that done place yourself in front of a mirror, to more easily see what you are doing, and start trimming.  You can use a comb and a pair of scissors, clipping similar to the way your hair dresser does, or an electric trimmer.  If you are using an electric trimmer that has different guards with it, start out with the longest length guard, you can go shorter from there if you wish.  Keep in mind that pubic hair is curly and will coil back shorter once it has dried.  Trimming can be done easily, without the skin irritation associated with shaving and is fairly easy to maintain.  Maintenance usually requires a repeat trim once a week.
 
If your opting to go bare, there are several different ways to get the job done.  Waxing is one option that is gaining in popularity despite the pain associated with it.  Waxing can be done at a salon or at home.  While privacy is ensured at home, results are not.  The “wax” sold for home use, while similar, is not the same as the products used in salons.  It is more like a sticky, gluey substance and while it still pulls hair out from the root it often misses hairs, often causing the process to be repeated.  If you are going to attempt to wax your pubic hair at home there are some pre-waxing steps that can improve your results.  First trim hair to 1/4 to 1/2 inches, which will help the wax grab on to the hair.  Also, make sure that hair is free of waxes or oils and dry, but not freshly washed.  Once that is completed warmed wax is applied to the pubic hair and a strip of cloth placed on top.  When the wax has cooled hold on to the strip of cloth and pull up and back against the direction of hair growth.  Yes it is painful pulling the hair out from the roots.  The pubic area is also frequently sore, swollen and red for twenty-four to forty-eight hours.  The benefit of using wax for pubic hair removal is that the process rarely has to be repeated more frequently than every four weeks.  Waxing just the bikini line is another option, one that works well for some.
 
If ripping out your pubic hair by the roots does not sound like something you can tolerate, then shaving is another option that is popular and works well for many.  Shaving with a wet or electric razor is the number one choice for removing pubic hair.  Again however, there are some negatives that should be considered.  Shaving can produce itching, stinging and nicks to the pubic area, this constant irritation can outweigh the benefits of shaving for some.  If you are wanting to remove all your pubic hair, shaving usually has to be done on a daily basis, another negative for many.  Whether removing all the hair or just some, the hair to be removed should be clipped short to prevent clogging the razor.  A warm shower, with a shampoo and conditioning, is also helpful as it softens the hair making it easier to shave.  Pull the skin taught with one hand and shave with the other, you may need to repeat the process due to the different directions of hair growth, but attempt to limit razor strokes to two or three.  A mirror to help with visualization may improve your results.  After you have shaved always apply a creamy, hydrating lotion to help ward off itchiness. 
 
There are several methods for removing pubic hair and while all work well, all also have some negatives that should be considered.  Whether you are considering a trim or removing all your pubic hair, it is not a decision that should be taken lightly.  With the exception of waxing all of the methods require some type of regular upkeep, upkeep you have to be committed to performing.  Gather complete and honest information, consider what you can commit to and investigate all your options before removing your pubic hair.