It might be frightening to bring a razor to your genitals.As part of a larger manscaping routine, shaving your genitals can give you a clean, sleek look down there.The area should be trimmed with electric grooming clippers.After soaking in a warm tub for a few minutes, apply shaving cream, use a sharp razor, and remove the hair with smooth, even strokes.When you are done, apply a soothing aftershave.
Step 1: The lowest guard setting is on the electric grooming clippers.
It is possible to use hair clippers here, but grooming clippers are more maneuverable in such a sensitive area.If you use the lowest guard setting, the clippers should trim your hair to 0.125 in or less.If you don't trim your pubic hair first, the coarse, curly hairs will get caught in the razor and be pulled out.If you only want to trim your pubic hair, you can use a higher guard setting.If you remove the guard completely, you increase the chance of nicks, cuts, irritation, and infections.
Step 2: You have hair around your genitals.
Stand upright, hold the clippers in your dominant hand, and use your other hand to maneuver your penis and scrotum out of the way as needed.The pubic hair should be cut in the direction of growth.You can use your free hand to pull your skin taut as you work.If you put one leg at a time on a chair, the toilet lid, or the side of the tub, it will be easier to work.
Step 3: Remove hair from your scrotum and penis.
After you have trimmed the pubic hair around your genitals, you should use the clippers to trim the hairs on your penis.Then, use your free hand to access one area of your scrotum at a time, and carefully trim the hair in those spots.Try to create flat, taut areas of skin with your free hand when trimming your scrotum.It is possible that your scrotum could get caught in the clipper blades and be cut.It is easier to trim hair on an erect penis.
Step 4: If you do not have clippers, use a comb and scissors.
The teeth of the comb should be slid into a small section of hair at the outer edge of your pubic hair.Keep the comb flat against your skin and work against the direction of hair growth.To remove the hair that extends above the teeth of the comb, use sharp scissors and move onto another section.If you want to trim hair on your scrotum and penis, follow the same procedure.You have to be careful not to cut into the skin, but sharp scissors do a better job.Don't use this comb and scissors for anything else, and clean them with rubbing alcohol after.The risk of spreading an STD is reduced.
Step 5: For 5 minutes, soak in a warm tub.
The warm water will make it easier for the blade of the razor to glide over your skin and cut off hairs near the base.The best way to get the best results is to soak in a tub.It's possible that soaking for longer than 10 minutes will make it harder to shave.After you have trimmed your pubic hair, soak in the tub.
Step 6: Rub shaving cream on your pubic hair.
You can either rely on a standard shaving cream or use a shaving gel specifically for body hair.For 1-2 minutes, use your hands to work it into the hair.Massaging it in will make your hair and skin softer.You can use a brush to apply the shaving cream.Don't use the same brush on your face to reduce the risk of spreading an STD.
Step 7: You can shave around your genitals with smooth strokes.
Stand in the tub or another place where you can use one leg at a time to get to your groin area.If you want to access pubic hair around your penis and scrotum, you need to hold a razor in your dominant hand and use your free hand.The razor should be glided over the hair in the direction of hair growth.Make sure the razor is free of hair and shaving cream by rinsing it in clean water after every few strokes.If you use a dull razor, you have to apply more pressure, which can lead to cuts and irritation.Stick with a razor.Don't use this razor on your body or face.
Step 8: The skin should be pulled taut for a closer shave.
Using your free hand to pull the skin around your genitals taut will result in less stubble and a closer shave.A close shave increases the likelihood of skin irritation, nicks, and cuts.These can lead to infections.You may cut open sores that you don't even realize you have if you shave on and around your genitals.If you don't mind having a bit of a "5 o'clock shadow" in your groin area, do not try to shave as closely as possible.
Step 9: Don't shave your scrotum and penis if you have to.
These areas are very sensitive and difficult to shave.If you shave them, use your free hand to flatten out small sections and glide the razor over them with ease.Unless you want to be completely smooth down there, just use the clippers to trim any hair on your penis and scrotum.
Step 10: Add a soothing lotion or balm after rinsing and drying the area.
After shaving, rinse your groin area with warm water.Next, pat it dry with a soft towel.After that, apply a gentle, alcohol-free, aftershave lotion or balm.It will help to do so.You can use baby oil as an after shave.If you develop a rash or itching, you can cure it by soaking in a warm tub for 5 to 10 minutes at least once daily.Contact your doctor if you need to have OTC treatments like hydrocortisone creams.If you develop a rash, you should see your doctor right away.
Step 11: If it's listed for use on genitals, use an OTC depilatory.
Not all debilatories are safe to use on sensitive areas like your genitals.If the product is listed as safe for use on genitals, apply the cream and rinse it away.The depilatory will leave you with a smooth skin, but it will take a few days for the hair to grow back.You may be allergic to the depilatory if you notice redness or swelling.Contact your doctor if you stop using it.
Step 12: For longer lasting results, have the area professionally waxing.
It will take longer for new hairs to appear in your groin area because Waxing takes out each hair root.It is difficult to wax your own groin area at home, and waxing is mildly to moderately painful.Waxing services for private areas of the body are offered by a salon.The salon should use fresh wax and clean equipment for each customer.
Step 13: Laser hair removal is the way to go.
You may have smooth skin for weeks or months after laser hair removal.Laser treatments can last up to an hour at the office of a dermatologist or similar professional.Laser treatments may not be effective in removing pubic hair.The procedure is less painful than waxing.After each session, you may notice redness and swelling.If needed, ask for suggestions on how to soothe the area, such as soaking in the tub or applying a soothing balm or lotion.
Step 14: Eliminating hair growth can be done with electrolysis treatments.
If you are certain that you will never want to have pubic hair again, it may be worth the time and money.A needle-like device is used to destroy the roots of hair.It can take up to 25 sessions to complete the procedure, but the roots will be destroyed and not regenerated.Mild pain may occur during each session.You may need the application of a soothing balm or lotion if you have redness or irritation.This is likely to be the most expensive option since it requires so many visits to a dermatologist.