- In order to maintain a smooth pubic region, you might need to shave quite frequently which can result in micro-abrasions or cuts on the skin, which can make the area vulnerable to infections.
- Then there is the issue of razor burn.
- You are also likely to have ingrown hair there which will not only mar the appearance of the area, but it will also cause you a lot of discomfort.
- Removing the hair can also increase the risk of you contracting an STI as the hair removal leads to the removal of a skin membrane that makes it easy for the bacteria to enter the body (4). However, this risk is also there with other methods of hair removal.
- You can also develop folliculitis in your genital area. Folliculitis is a condition in which tiny red bumps appear on the skin. These bumps also contain pus in them. While the condition is easily treatable and relatively harmless, it can lead to scarring (5).
How Can You Minimize The Discomfort?
- Always use a lubricant or a shaving cream to prevent getting any nicks, also use a moisturizer afterward to minimize the irritation. You can also use an over-the-counter corticosteroid cream for this. However, be careful to not apply any of these products too close to the vaginal opening.
- To further avoid irritating the area, avoid wearing skin-tight clothing or working out immediately afterwards. Your skin is more sensitive to chafing then.
- You can treat the razor burn or the ingrown hair by using a washcloth to gently exfoliate the area while taking a shower. If you are experiencing these issues, wait for them to subside before shaving again. Meanwhile, you can trim the hair.
- Also, avoid taking long hot showers, or steam baths immediately after removing hair as hot water can irritate the skin, causing it to grow bumps.
In the end, the decision to remove the hair, or grow it out, rests in your hands. However, as far as hygiene goes, removing hair doesn’t really increase your hygiene quotient, rather it puts you at a risk of contracting several diseases. Using chemical depilatory cream can reduce that risk, but then there is always the chance that it might enter the vaginal opening. So that option is again out of the window.
On the other hand, if you do decide to go the natural way, rest assured that Gloria Steinem would be proud of you! Do you have any other concerns regarding hair removal in the pubic region? Share them with us in the comments section.
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