Summarized Hole Medic, here are some tips to keep safe when shaving pubic hair:
1. make sure the razor is clean
To avoid infections and other unwanted things, make sure you use a razor that is exactly clean. "If it can be new, more sterile. Do not ever used because it can be the source of infection yet, "said Dr. Lakshmi Duarsa SpKK, DNI Skin Centre of Denpasar, some time ago.
Pubic hair pores can become the entrance of bacteria, that is why Dr. Lakshmi emphasized in order to use the Purifier clean and sterile. Especially if to inflict wounds
2. do not Shave too short
Remember, Yes, the genital area is a very sensitive area. Therefore to be aware of the correct ways to reduce injuries in the area down there, because it could potentially be the entrance for bacteria.
specialist skin and venereal Clinic Edmo South Jakarta, Dr. Eddy Karta, SpKK, some time ago suggested that not shaving pubic hair too short. Because if it is too short or shaved even runs out, then when the new hair grows it could prick the surface of the skin and trigger the itching.
Well, when the itching in the crotch area hit, then we can scratch, so carelessly and even cause injuries. Furthermore, if it feels shame should be busy scratching the crotch area.
The advice Dr. Eddy, reserving half centimeter pubic hair from the surface of the skin. If the itch, use creams that can be purchased free particular to diaper rash.
3. Flush with water before Shaving
If some time is not shaving pubic hair so so so longish, preferably first cut using scissors. Because if you directly use a razor, it is feared could clog the blade shaver.
The next flush the genital area with warm water. Even when just all need a bath with warm water. With the genital organs, then wetting the pores will open and the skin becomes softer, making epilation will be easier.
4. don't be Shaving Against the direction of
Dr. Vijay Singhal, dermatologists from Sri Balaji Action Medical Institute, some time ago suggested to avoid irritation and redness when shaving in the direction of the growth of hair follicles, aka don't fight direction. "Cause will lead to folliculitis or irritation and redness," he said.
According to him, the most appropriate time to shave the pubic hair is after a bath. In these conditions, the skin was damp situations so as to reduce the risk of irritation that may occur.