5 Myths for shaving pubic hairs for men
Myth 1. Shaving will make public hair grow back thicker, darker and faster.
Fact : Shaving does not affect hair growth. But shaving may alter the way hair initially feels, because it has altered the tip shape of the re-growing hair. But, if hair is left to regrow completely, it will return to its former soft state.
Myth 2. Shaving will make genital area itchy and gives bumps.
Fact : Shaving your bikini line doesn't have to leave your most sensitive spots itchy and bumpy. Shaving with a razor actually helps skin look and feel smoother by removing the top layer of dead skin cells.
Myth 3. Shaving public hairs always creates ingrown hairs.
Fact : Every body is different, and every person is susceptible to ingrown hairs to a different extent. This still does not mean that you will get ingrown hairs every time you shave. Furthermore, there are practices and products that can help reduce the occurrences of ingrown hairs, like scrubbing the area with a loofah or shaving in the direction of hair growth.
Myth 4. Shaving with soap or just water is just as good as using shave cream.
Fact : Soap and water is not a good choice. Soap and water can not soften skin and hair full, shaving gel provides a protective blanket that keeps hair soft during the shave.
Myth 5. Shaving pubic area will get rid of crabs and other STIs.
Fact : Public lice is transmitted through sexual contact. If you have not been treated for an infection, shaving will not eradicate the lice.