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Are there any health benefits to shaving your pubic hair?

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The main benefits of shaving your pubic hair are that it can help you look tidy and well-groomed, and can also help your penis appear bigger. It might also help you smell a little better, and can be helpful for preventing or eliminating body lice infestations.

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What are some pubic hair styles for guys?

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The possibilities are endless. You can go totally bald or shape your pubic hair into a neat triangle, or get more creative with shapes, like a heart or a lightning bolt.

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Is it normal for a man to shave his pubic hair?

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It’s totally up to the preferences of the individual man. Many men like to shave their pubic hair because they like the way it looks or feels. It’s totally fine and normal to shave, trim, or go natural!

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So all the advice and tips say that cuts and nicks are not really a big problem, but aren't your balls filled with veins and such? Wouldn't cutting them be extremely bad?

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As long as you are using a modern razor and not a knife or a straight razor, you'll be fine.

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Is it normal to shave at the age of 13?

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Shaving your genital area has no age limits. If you have pubic hair and you want it gone, then you're old enough to shave.

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Is it best to have my dick hard when shaving my dick and balls?

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Yes, it is best because when you're soft it is harder to get to the areas that need to be shaved.

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Will it cause any harm if I use hair removal cream?

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Test the cream before applying it anywhere. You don't want irritated skin down there!

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My boyfriend is scared he is gonna cute his penis--is it possible that it could damage it if he would cut it?

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You're unlikely to cause severe damage with a razor cut, but any cuts could be quite painful in such a sensitive area. It's best to use just the trimmer on the shaft of the penis.

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How long does it take for the hair to grow back?

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It depends, but it should be back to full length within a month or two.

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Can I use shampoo instead of shaving cream?

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Conditioner is a better alternative, and can leave your skin silky smooth.

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How do I shave thick hair on the shaft of my penis?

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Start with trimming it first, then start shaving; it's easier and doesn't tug on your hair as much.

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Is it safe to use scissors to cut off my pubic hair?

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It's safe to use a small pair of scissors if you're very careful. Make sure to wash/sanitize the scissors before you use them (and after if you plan to use them for other things or share them with other people).

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How can I reduce the growth of pubic hairs?

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Maybe you could either get it waxed at a professional place or a laser hair removal treatment.

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Is aftershave necessary?

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Aftershave is used to reduce the chance of skin irritation. You can also use moisturizer.

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Is it common for teenagers to do this process?

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Yes, it is perfectly normal for a teen to do this process.

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When shaving my genitals is it necessary to remove the hair around the anus?

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It is completely your choice. Hair removal is your decision. If you like it super clean, grab a mirror which will help you in shaving the hair off. It's not right or wrong to remove the hair or to not remove it.

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Will it grow again if I use hair removal cream?

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Yes, it will. Hair removal creams do not insure long term removal of body hair.

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Are there professionals that will shave my genitals for me?

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There are professionals that will wax them.

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Do woman like you to shave?

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Some do, but others find it unsettling.

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How can I remove hair permanently?

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Laser hair removal will remove the hair permanently.

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Could I put hair removal cream on my testicles?

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Only use a hair removal cream if it is specifically labeled as safe for use on the genitals.

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If I shave for the first time and it gets red and bumpy, what should I do?

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It's a normal reaction.

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What does it mean when every time I walk there's like a prickly sensation on the sides?

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If you have shaved your genital area it means that you still have stubble.

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How could I do this without even knowing how to shave?

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Take your time, follow the steps carefully and you'll improve with practice.

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If I'm 13, would it be okay for my 16 year old sister to help me shave?

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If it's your legs, yes. I wouldn't ask her to shave more private areas though.

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Is it normal to get red bumps around my penis where I shave?

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Yes, it is normal. This is just skin irritation from the razor. Using shaving cream and a moisturizer afterwards might help cut down on this issue.

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Is this best to do before sex?

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After shaving your genitals, you should wait at least a day or two before having sex, in order to reduce skin irritation and the possibility of spreading an STI through a healing shaving cut.

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Can I shave if I'm 14 years old?

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Yes, you can shave at 14.

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Is it okay to shave my public hair if it is very long?

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I'd recommend trimming the hair before shaving with a trimmer or even scissors. Long hairs will clog your razor.

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Any suggestions on what's the best hair removing cream, and how does the cream work?

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The best removal cream for you depends on the type of skin you have. Hair removal creams tend to burn and weaken the hair and its root to the point it's easily removable by applying slight force.

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