2. You’ll avoid painful ingrown hairs
Ugh, ingrown hairs are the worst. And when you regularly remove your pubic hair, you can expect an irritated bump or two. If you’re wondering why you are experiencing so many ingrown hairs, this is more than likely why:
- You’re waxing too often: Not everyone likes to shave, but when you wax, you can actually promote ingrown hairs and increased irritation. If you are heading to the salon before your hairs are at least 1/4-inch long, the wax will not have enough to grip onto. This results in the hair breaking instead of being pulled from the root — the ultimate recipe for ingrown hairs.
- You’re not properly shaving: Just like your legs, there is a preferred method when shaving down there. First of all, never shave dry. If you must shave, use an all-natural, moisturizing cream. This will not only prevent nicks and in turn, a higher risk of infection, but when shaving in the direction of your hair’s natural growth, you can reduce your risk of “trapped” hairs under the skin.
- You’re not waiting long enough: Whether you shave or wax, for at least 24 hours following the removal of your hair, your pores will be open and prone to infection. Being ultra sensitive to heat and friction, you should not technically swim, take a hot shower, workout or perform any other activity that may cause irritation.
