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How Can I Get The Pubic Hair Removed Permanently?
Hi, my name is Matt and I have a question. I want a way to permanently remove my pubic hair, or at least a way that is long lasting. Some people say to use Nair, but others say that its not safe since the scrotal skin is super sensitive. Others say to shave it, which I do, but I cant shave much since I am afraid of damaging my skin by mistake. Some also say to get a wax, but some people say that it is very painful and that the hair grows back in a few weeks. I've also heard of laser hair removal, but will it affect my sperm count or render me infertile or anything?
What should I do? What is the best method for this?
What should I do? What is the best method for this?
Wed, 8 May 2013
Hello Matt,
I see that you want to permanently remove pubic hair, including scrotal hair. Nair hair removing creams, shaving and waxing are only temporary solutions. As the genital skin is more sensitive it is better to avoid hair removing creams there. Careful shaving is helpful, but temporary and with a chance of hair follicle infections and itching when the hair grows.
Waxing is painful and again temporary. Genital skin and pubic area is a risky place for waxing as skin is sensitive. Also you might get ingrown hair as a side effect. I will definitely not recommend it for scrotal skin.
Laser hair reduction is the best option for pubic hair, as it will decrease the density of hair and the thickness. You might have to do multiple sittings and maintenance sessions once or twice a year. But i would not advice laser over scrotal skin. There is a high chance of laser burns in scrotal skin even though there is no problems with fertility.
I advice you to trim your scrotal hair and laser for pubic hair if you are so bothered by it. Best option is just to trim it once in a while, safest and natural.
Hope this helped
Take care
I see that you want to permanently remove pubic hair, including scrotal hair. Nair hair removing creams, shaving and waxing are only temporary solutions. As the genital skin is more sensitive it is better to avoid hair removing creams there. Careful shaving is helpful, but temporary and with a chance of hair follicle infections and itching when the hair grows.
Waxing is painful and again temporary. Genital skin and pubic area is a risky place for waxing as skin is sensitive. Also you might get ingrown hair as a side effect. I will definitely not recommend it for scrotal skin.
Laser hair reduction is the best option for pubic hair, as it will decrease the density of hair and the thickness. You might have to do multiple sittings and maintenance sessions once or twice a year. But i would not advice laser over scrotal skin. There is a high chance of laser burns in scrotal skin even though there is no problems with fertility.
I advice you to trim your scrotal hair and laser for pubic hair if you are so bothered by it. Best option is just to trim it once in a while, safest and natural.
Hope this helped
Take care
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