A rather sensitive topic for men is shaving hair in intimate places. Moreover, as it turned out, the issue of shaving male genitals is of interest not only to boys, but also to girls.
Most of all, people are concerned about the correct shaving technique in intimate places, the safety of the procedure, as well as more philosophical questions: should a real man shave his groin, does a shaved crotch make a man less brutal and masculine, and are also interested in women’s opinions on this issue.
Today we will talk about how to properly shave the groin of men, whether it is necessary to do it, and find out how girls feel about it.
Do men shave their groins?
In order to answer the question of whether men shave their groins, let’s take a short excursion into history.
The practice of removing pubic hair for men dates back to the beginning of our society. The procedure was accomplished in a variety of ways, including the first razors made of silicon and shells, and later of metals.
For example, in Ancient Egypt, it was customary for people from high circles to remove hair from the entire body, including intimate places. To do this, the Egyptians used razors made of bronze and precious metals, and also carried out depilation using wax, resin and other means, or simply pulled out hair in unwanted places.
Also in Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome, having hair on the body was considered the prerogative of the lower classes; the nobility preferred to get rid of vegetation using razors made of copper or bronze, or with the help of special tweezers, and hair in the intimate area was considered a carrier of diseases, so they even preferred to remove it with the help of a servant, so as not to touch with your own hands.
In ancient India, it was also customary for the upper classes to carefully monitor hygiene and remove hair on the body and face.
In Islam, for both men and women, removing hair from intimate areas is mandatory to maintain hygiene and health.
As you can see, from time immemorial, shaving the pubis has been a completely natural thing for men, so we think you will no longer have any questions about whether it is normal for a man to shave his groin. Normal and more than that, the men of Ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome and other ancient civilizations will confirm.
Popular methods of removing hair from the male body
In most cases, male depilation of intimate areas is a rather painful procedure, so hair removal must be done as carefully as possible to avoid irritation.
Most often, men prefer to use laser or electrolysis because they allow you to permanently get rid of unwanted hair, saving time on visiting a cosmetologist or using a razor.
However, when choosing between sugaring and waxing, it is better to give preference to the second option. Waxing is a less painful and more effective procedure, the effect of which lasts up to 3-4 weeks.
It is better to avoid using a razor altogether, as it can only increase hair growth and even lead to ingrown hairs.
How many men shave their groins?
The website of Mean's Heals magazine conducted a survey together with the website Cosmo.ru on the topic of body hair removal in men and attitudes towards this in men and women. The survey results turned out to be very interesting.
Men's opinion:
68% of men somehow get rid of hair on their bodies. In fact, 7 out of 10 men regularly trim or shave their private hair. I think now you shouldn’t be afraid of disapproval from men.
Should a man shave his groin - women’s opinion:
And the opinion of women on this issue is even more radical: 66% believe that a man should shave his pubic area clean, 25% are convinced that he should at least trim it regularly. So, 91% of women, counting 9 out of 10 potential partners, will only be happy if you have a shaved hair there. And perhaps only one in ten will not approve of this. Well, is it worth listening to her, you have 9 more who like you without hair.
Why shave your penis and scrotum?
There is no practical need to shave hair from the penis and testicles. The pubic haircut is really justified. The hair there is thick, the skin underneath it sweats easily, and the sweat here comes from apocrine sweat glands. A little physical activity - the groin begins to smell unpleasant: both sweat, lingering on the hairs, and the waste products of bacteria, the breeding ground of which becomes wet vegetation. In general, purely for hygienic reasons, you should shave your pubic area.
But the penis and scrotum are a completely different matter. Firstly, there is quite a bit of hair there. Secondly, there are also significantly fewer apocrine glands than on the pubis. Therefore, shaving the testicles and penis is an aesthetic procedure rather than having any hygienic meaning.
However, smoothness and beauty are also a worthy reason to shave. Just keep in mind that this desire sometimes has unpleasant side effects.
Why do men shave their intimate area?
We seem to have sorted out the question of whether men shave their intimate areas. But at the same time, people are concerned about why men should shave their pubic area; this question is asked quite often on the Internet. Let's figure this out too. The reasons here are the most natural:
1. Hygiene - we all sweat, including in intimate places. Groin hair absorbs sweat and odors, which is not very good from a hygiene point of view. Of course, no one has canceled the daily shower, but if you want to better maintain personal hygiene, you can start removing excess hair.
2. Personal convenience - someone is simply bothered by the abundance of pubic hair and is more comfortable either completely without it or with hair of minimal length.
3. Convenience of the partner - as we have already learned, most girls only welcome it if a man takes care of himself and shaves in the right places. Think for yourself, a girl will be pleased to stumble upon an impenetrable jungle, untouched by a razor, in which Tarzan is hiding somewhere deep in the thickets? We think that just as your attitude towards female stubble is definitely negative, the opinions of girls regarding men on this issue are quite similar.
4. Size - the fourth reason quite fully answers the question why men shave their groin. As the proverb says: the shorter the bush, the larger the tree appears. And this is true, abundant vegetation in the groin visually steals extra centimeters of your dignity, and there cannot be extra centimeters here. Therefore, fight mercilessly with hair in intimate places, you can’t lose this fight!
Contraindications to the procedure
Any cosmetic procedure, like male bikini depilation, has health restrictions for which the technique is not recommended. However, contraindications depend only on the method you use.
The main health restrictions that are prescribed for most procedures:
- Warts and papillomas in the bikini area;
- Open wounds;
- Dermatological diseases;
- An allergic reaction to components of formulations used to remove unwanted vegetation.
It is also often not recommended to do hair removal if you have kidney disease, cardiovascular disease, or diabetes. In any case, you need to clarify contraindications for the specific procedure you plan to do.
Can men shave their groin?
We have already examined society’s attitude towards shaving men’s intimate parts in sufficient detail and it seems that we did not find a single argument against it; on the contrary, we even learned that most men take care of their hair there in one way or another, and most women only support this. Therefore, the answer to the question “Can men shave their hair in the intimate area” is unequivocal - yes. But whether a man needs to shave his groin and whether it is necessary to do so is, of course, not necessary and only you can decide; in this you should rely only on personal preferences.
At the same time, it is also worth raising the issue of safety: is it harmful for men to shave their intimate area? The answer is no, if you follow the basic rules.
First, maintain hygiene:
- Ideally, always use a separate, clean razor for shaving your groin area. If you have one razor for the face, for the armpits and for intimate places, then at least before and after each shave, wash the razor with any antiseptic
- Never shave in unsanitary conditions. We hope that you are unlikely to get the idea of shaving your groin while hiking in the forest near a stream, but you never know... If this happens, then remember our advice - postpone shaving for a more favorable environment until you return home, where there is a shower, hot running water and all necessary shaving products.
Secondly, be careful, take your time:
— When shaving your genitals, you can accidentally injure yourself. In these places the skin is quite delicate, and the slightest wrong movement can lead to a cut. If this happens, don't worry, wash the wound with warm water and soap, then treat it with alcohol or hydrogen peroxide.
How to properly shave your intimate area
Let's look at simple rules that will help men shave their groin correctly, even if you are doing it for the first time:
Shave your groin in the bathroom
— It’s best to do shaving your groin in the shower. Hot water will steam and soften the skin, preventing hair from getting tangled and caught on the razor blades, and preventing individual hairs from being pulled out during shaving. Also, the hair in the groin is coarser and curly, moistening it with water will soften it and make shaving easier.
How to shave
Razor
“We think you’re already quite reasonable, but just in case, we’ll say it out loud: don’t even think about shaving your groin with a straight razor!” And forget about the T-shaped machine, and you can easily cut yourself with it too.
Use a regular modern safety razor.
Take a look at our section with classic safety razors; we can recommend you the Bolin Webb R1 machine for Gillette Mach3Gillette attachments. For intimate shaving, it is advisable to use a separate attachment, which will be stored in sterile conditions; before each use, treat the blades with any antiseptic that you have on hand . If your pubic hair is longer than 0.5 cm, you must first trim it with a trimmer before shaving.
Trimmer
Also treat the trimmer head with an antiseptic before use. Do not try to shave your private hair clean with a trimmer, as this may damage your skin. Go through your hair as short as possible and finish the rest with a razor. Also, do not try to shave the hair on the scrotum with a trimmer - the skin on it is very thin and in folds that the trimmer knives can easily touch. Leave all the work to the razor.
Is it possible to shave the groin with an electric razor?
As we have already said, the skin in the groin area is particularly delicate, so we definitely do not advise you to shave your scrotum with an electric razor. Decide for yourself whether to shave your pubic area with an electric razor, but at a minimum, the hair there should be as short as possible. In addition, you need to take into account that electric razor knives are designed specifically for the face and the structure of the hair growing on the face. If you weigh all the pros and cons, a razor still turns out to be more optimal for shaving the groin.
What shaving products to use
Soap or shaving gel
You should not use regular soap for shaving your intimate area. Hand soap tightens delicate skin and does not provide enough slip for the machine. Use shaving gel or cream, they moisturize the skin better, by the way, in our “Shaving Products” section there is a good selection of creams. Just make sure that your product does not contain alcohol or menthol, otherwise you will feel a burning sensation at the end of the procedure.
Is it possible not to use the funds
Is it possible to shave the groin without foam? We definitely do not advise you to do this. Without shaving products, the razor blade, due to insufficient sliding, can injure the skin, which at a minimum will lead to severe irritation or cuts. Also, shaving without lather will cause the hair to be pulled out along with the follicle from the skin, which can cause ingrown hairs to form. Shaving without foam will definitely lead to irritation and ingrown hair cuts.
Post-procedure care
To extend the longevity of the depilation result, it is also important to follow some recommendations. In addition, they will avoid irritation on the delicate epidermis, expressed in the form of redness, peeling or even small pimples.
Start your care by treating the bikini area with a disinfectant solution of Chlorhexidine immediately after depilation. Additionally, lubricate the skin with a soothing lotion to prevent irritation.
Care instructions are also prescribed for the first few days after depilation:
- During the first two days, treat the skin twice with a disinfectant solution of Chlorhexidine;
- Avoid sexual intercourse for a day;
- It is not recommended to visit the bathhouse, sauna, or swimming pool for two days;
- In the first three days, you should not use abrasive compounds, scrubs, or washcloths.
Additionally, it is recommended to use special lotions to treat the skin after depilation to prevent ingrown hairs. They will not only help relieve irritation, but also prevent the occurrence of ingrown hairs.
