Shaving pubic hair is a provocative trend that has become popular with both men and women. However, a lot of delicacy is needed to get it right. The process is similar for both genders - remove hair and avoid irritation. Read on to learn more.
Steps
Part 1 of 3: Preparing to Shave
Step 1. Make a preliminary cut of the pubic hair
Razors are good for shaving fairly short hair, so they tend to get clogged and blunt when used on too long hair. To trim them, try to gently raise them against the grain, then start cutting them with sharp scissors, a hair machine or even a trimmer without rotating heads. Leave a length of about half a centimeter or less.
- If you don't have much practice yet, you might want to stay with short hair a couple of days before moving on to the next step to get used to the new sensation.
- You can also cut hair with a small pair of scissors, but some get nervous when they have such a tool around. If you don't feel comfortable using scissors, try electric razors. They are specifically designed to shave this type of hair without necessarily getting too close to the skin.
Step 2. Soften the hairs and follicles by taking a warm shower or bath
This way, it will be much easier to shave off those coarse hairs. It may seem superfluous to you, but in this way the hair will be more manageable and it will take less time.
- Don't have time for a shower? Then cover the area with a warm, damp cloth for at least 5 minutes to achieve the same result.
- The most careful and precise people will tell you that it is important to exfoliate the skin before and after shaving (although most recommend doing it after). Exfoliation before shaving ensures that the hairs are well aligned upwards and removes dead skin; therefore there will be less chance of the razor getting stuck and cutting itself. So if you have time, exfoliate the area before putting on the shaving cream.
Step 3. Use some kind of foam to avoid irritating the skin
Choose a non-scented product, such as a foam, cream, or gel. You will need it to lather your skin while protecting it from shaving. Avoid face foam: it is advisable to choose a product designed specifically for shaving pubic hair. Remember that these are always "family jewels", pay attention to them!
- Always test the foam on another area of the body before applying it to pubic hair, as an allergic reaction could occur.
- Just because a product is designed for women doesn't mean it can't be used by men too. Female shaving creams are more delicate; Furthermore, men's foams are often scented, causing irritation and itching. If you don't want to lose your macho reputation, steal some from your girlfriend / roommate / sister. He won't notice.
Part 2 of 3: Shave your best
Step 1. Get the razor
It's new, isn't it? Remember that the newer the blades, the better they cut. Also, we hope it's a multi-blade razor with a few emollient strips applied to the head. What does it matter if it's pink or blue? If it is sharp and has at least three blades it will make the job easier and there will be less risk of injury.
- When shopping for razors, it would be ideal to get ones to use specifically for each part of the body. For example, if you buy two, one could be used to shave the pubic area and the other to shave the armpits.
- Make sure to dry the razor after use. Leaving it wet will ruin the blade, making shaving more difficult.
Step 2. Stretch the skin
If she is relaxed, you will cut yourself. Razors work best on flat surfaces. With your free hand, keep the skin tight so you can also see the area in which you are working.
Make sure you know in advance what area you are going to shave. Are you allowed to do this? Is it good for your skin? Make sure you don't have any doubts about what you are doing before you start
Step 3. Shave with slow, gentle movements
You have to remember two things: shaving second hair avoids irritation and ingrown hairs while shaving against hair gives a more defined result. With these two pieces of information clear, consider your situation. If you have super sensitive skin, it is best to go with the second coat, although it will take two coats to get the result you want.
- As an intermediate solution you can try to cut in a transverse direction; for example, if the hair grows down you can cut from right to left or vice versa. Try to "feel" how the hair reacts rather than regulating yourself with your eyesight; working without continuing to watch will speed up the process.
- Do not overdo it. Razor the area only as many times as necessary to remove the hair. Otherwise the skin becomes irritated.
- The first few times you will find that shaving your pubic hair two days in a row will cause red pimples and itchiness. Try to decrease the frequency of shaving until your skin gets used to it.
Step 4. Don't forget the perianal area
If you have already tried waxing in certain areas you know that feeling when the beautician stops pouring hot wax into your private parts and suddenly says "Turn around". Exactly… it's going to get its hands on the very part you conveniently forgot about. Here, even in this case the same principle is valid if you decide to shave completely!
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Run your free hand over the skin once or twice. The mirror in front of you seems to tell you that you have removed everything, but will it really be like that? If you want to be completely shaved it means that there must be no hair anywhere: neither in front, nor behind, neither above nor below.
If you want to shave completely, know that having no pubic hair increases the chances of contracting or spreading sexually transmitted diseases (for example, human papilloma virus and molluscum contagiosum)
Step 5. Clean
Always make sure to clean when done.
Part 3 of 3: Avoiding Redness and Itching
Step 1. Exfoliate to keep skin clean
Exfoliation removes dead cells from the surface of the skin and lifts hair to prevent ingrown growth. With your regular soap, scrub the pubic area; this way you remove anything that could clog pores and prevent infections. What is the point of shaving if you are then full of pimples?
- Use a sugar scrub to exfoliate and soften the skin. If you don't have one available, make a dough with baking soda. It will be great for the finishing touch.
- If you are a woman, be careful not to get soap into your vagina. In fact, its cleansing is naturally regulated by your body and needs nothing but water. Soaps destroy the pH balance of the mucous membranes and make them more susceptible to infections.
Step 2. Use egg oil
Egg oil contains countless bioactive substances that prevent infection or inflammation and help irritated skin heal faster.
- Massage the oil well into the irritated area twice a day for a week;
- Leave it on until the next shower. It is not necessary to rinse as it is completely absorbed by the skin.
Step 3. Rinse the pubis to remove any residual hair, pat dry and moisturize
Use aloe vera, baby oil, or a sensitive skin cream. Avoid products that contain perfumes or dyes.
Whatever you choose, make sure there are no fragrances and that it does not contain any potential irritants
Step 4. Be careful if you use skin powders
The absorbent powders eliminate excess moisture and sebum from the pubic area and reduce irritation and the formation of pimples. However, you need to be especially careful not to get these powders in contact with sensitive areas of the penis or vagina. Also, you should avoid smearing them on the skin, so as not to clog the pores.
Women should never use talcum powder on genital areas as it appears to be associated with ovarian cancer. In fact, talc is no longer used to lubricate the inside of surgical gloves, because it is believed to be toxic if it comes into contact with mucous membranes
Step 5. Go over the area with tweezers
Even if the more experienced people hardly leave out the hair, you can remove the last residues with the help of tweezers. The pain lasts for a second and you can take it.
Advice
- Keep the razor you use for the pubis separate from the others you use for the face or armpits.
- If you feel itchy or see pimples, put on some lotion. Don't scratch or you'll make things worse.
- Always use a good sharp razor and lubricant, such as shaving cream or conditioner.
- It is better to use a quality razor instead of disposable ones. You can keep multiple razors for different parts of the body or just change the blade.
- Remember that the genitals are extremely sensitive, both male and female. It will take some time for the skin in those areas to get used to shaving. After four or five times, it should become less sensitive. You probably won't get a perfect result until you get used to it.
- If you don't want to completely shave, try to shape your hair into a V shape. The final look will be better and defined.
- Look in a mirror to make sure you don't cut yourself!
- Use a baby cream (the one for changing nappies) on irritation and pimples.
- Wait 30 minutes after getting up before shaving. When you sleep, your skin retains fluids that make it a little swollen.
