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Take a look at modern masculine icons from footballers to male models and you’ll see that mowing the lawn of your body is no longer just for the ladies. One intimate area that many modern men choose to shave or trim is bum hair.
Why do you Get a Hairy Bum?
Wondering why you might have a hairy bum? Much like your height you can blame your dad for this one. It’s generally the result of genetics so if your nearest family are a bushy-bearded clan then you can expect to inherit this hairy legacy!
If you’re curious about how to get rid of bum hair, there are some simple tips to be aware of for the best results and the least chance of irritation. Before removing any hair, we will guide you through the best tools for the job and how to prepare intimate hair for trimming or shaving.
Once you’ve decided to shave your bum, you may quickly become aware of the evolutionary reasons we have this hair like this: to prevent chafing. However, if you notice discomfort, it will of course grow back so don’t get into a pubic panic.
How to Get Rid of Bum Hair
Hair in different parts of your body such as beard or pubic hair is coarse and harder to cut than lighter leg hair. This means that if you’re learning how to get rid of bum hair, you’ll want to prep this area before using a razor on this thicker hair.
Start by softening your intimate hair with hot water in a shower or bath. This will make shaving your bum easier and also reduce the chances of irritation or ingrown hair on your bum.
Having a clean razor and skin stops sweat and dirt from getting into this area and softer hair is easier to cut, meaning it is less likely to result in tug & and pull.
Using the Gillette Intimate Pubic Hair Trimmer to trim down the longest hair will clear the overgrowth and with the difficult-to-reach areas make you less likely to nick yourself. You can also choose between a 3-11mm comb based on how close a shave you need.
If you’re wondering how to get rid of hair between the buttocks, moving down to a lower guard or switching to the edger lets you tackle the remaining hair.
For an all-over tidy up be sure to find out how to shave pubic hair smoothly with our guide:
How to Avoid Ingrown Hair on your Bum
To remove intimate hair without irritation, it’s essential to know how to avoid ingrown hairs on your bum. When hair curls back into your skin’s surface, it can be itchy, red, and sore.
To reduce the chance of hair growing this way, there are some simple tips to help avoid ingrown hair on your butt.
Exfoliating your skin before shaving with a gentle scrub to help prepare your skin and hair for more comfortable hair removal is a great idea before applying our Gillette Intimate Pubic Shave Cream + Cleanser. If you tend to get razor bumps after shaving, the Gillette Intimate Pubic Hair Razor is designed to reduce friction for a close and comfortable shave.
The Gillette Intimate Pubic Hair Razor also has an enhanced lubricant strip. This could be a great option if you notice redness or irritation after shaving as the dual lubrication strips help to protect your skin from irritation.
If you’re wondering how to stop bum sweat, trimming overgrown hair can reduce heat and trying breathable natural fabrics such as cotton also helps to avoid moisture building up on your skin.
Aftercare
Once you’ve tackled this area, you’ll also want to know how to stop itching after shaving your bum. After hair removal, be sure to rinse thoroughly for any excess hair and moisturize to soothe the skin.
It’s also worth considering your hair type and the best way to remove bum hair can vary on this basis – thick and curly hair is best suited to starting with a higher guard or you are liable to pull or irritate hair.
Another important tip to be aware of, if you use the Gillette Intimate Pubic Hair Razor with a replaceable head, is that we recommend changing the head every five to seven shaves.
As soon as you notice any dullness to the blades or you notice the razor pulling on your skin, be sure to replace the head and avoid irritating your skin unnecessarily.
The more often you shave, the quicker the blades become dull. Dull blades are more likely to cause shaving rashes so keep an eye out for redness.
You can also help to extend the lifespan of your razor blades by rinsing away any shaving gel, hair or dead skin after use. This will help ensure the blade can do its job properly.
FAQs
How to Get Rid of a Hairy Bum?
Shaving, waxing and laser are the main ways of removing intimate hair. If you want at-home hair removal, shaving is one of the simplest and least painful methods. Using the Gillette Intimate Pubic Hair Trimmer is ideal for trimming any overgrown hair with less risk of nicking your skin.
How to Help Stop Ingrown Hairs on your Bum?
Prevent ingrown hairs by exfoliating before shaving any intimate hair and using a sensitive shaving gel such as Gillette Intimate Pubic Shave Cream + Cleanser – this will help you to cleanly remove hair which in turn can help reduce ingrown hairs.
Why do Guys Have Hair on Their Bum?
Scientists aren’t exactly sure of the purpose of a hairy bum but believe it may have kept earlier predecessors of our species warm and it may also prevent chafing.
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