It's as common as shaving one's pubic hair. Some do it for private sex, while others don't like body hair. After all, it is their body, and they should decide how to care for it.
However, shaving the pubic area might not be the best idea. We are not the only ones who are saying this. According to studies, it's not advisable to completely shave one's pubic hair. However, it must be emphasized that you are permitted to do so.
Here are 7 reasons why you shouldn’t shave your pubes:
Pheromones
Ironically, the reason why we usually shave our pubes (i.e for better intercourse), would be better if we actually didn’t shave it. Pubes contain pheromones that make us sexually more alluring to our partners. To put it simply, it gives us the musky smell that is unique to us, and help in stimulating our partners to a heightened state of sexual arousal.
Molluscum Contagiosum
Molluscum Contagiosum is a disease which affects our pubes when we shave off the hair. In fact, it is an infection that affects us especially when we go for shaving. It leads to rashes and makes the place hideous to look at. It also itches you know!
Abscesses
Hair removal doesn’t just end there. It can prove to be an entry point for bacteria that would love to settle in the abscesses left by hair follicles. And, these abscesses can only be removed by following a strict regimen of antibiotics, ointments, and sometimes, operation. Needless to say, operation always carries a risk with it.
Time Spent
It is no surprise that an inordinate amount of time is spent trying to remove pubic hair. And not just time, it takes a lot of precision to not cut ourselves. All these added together might in itself be a huge turnoff for you. One would always like to look good, but would you spend an hour to remove hair from your body? Wouldn’t your time be spent better in some other direction? Think about it.
Body Temperature
Interestingly, your pubes control and maintain your body temperature. It is because of the presence of certain sebaceous glands located near the hair follicles which secret oils. These oils cool down the skin after evaporating. So, don’t shave off your pubic hair, for that would result in your body heating up to a degree you might not be comfortable with.
STIs
Having a garden down there would definitely help you prevent sexually transmitted infections like genital warts and herpes. Removing them completely leaves you significantly vulnerable.
Friction
Having no hair down there can always lead to friction burns while you are fornicating. There would be chafing and burns if you try out some special moves. So, why not have some hair that would provide a soft cushion and prevent unnecessary bruises all over the place. And no one wants that, right? It would be even more painful if you are re-growing and the prickly short stubs bruise you.
Take care of your pubes. They have multiple functions for your body.