How to Trim Pubic Hair

Dry trimming and wet shaving. If you plan to trim your hair without shaving, it's best to do so when the hair is completely dry, as it's easier to cut that way. However, if you prefer to shave, you should soak in warm water in a bath or shower for 10 to 15 minutes to reduce skin irritation.

Cleanse. Before trimming or shaving, it's essential to wash the genital area with soap or body wash to avoid any bacteria that could cause infection if you accidentally cut, scrape, or get razor burns.

Buy a good pair of scissors. The tools you use to trim your pubic hair can leave a great first impression or ruin the experience. Avoid using regular-sized scissors and instead opt for the following. Whatever type of scissors you choose, remember to reserve them exclusively for trimming pubic hair to minimize infection risks.

• Small nail scissors work well for sensitive areas. If possible, choose those with rounded tips, often available in beauty stores that sell nail care tools.
• Ear and nose hair trimmers have protective guards on the blades to ensure even trimming. You can find these online. Avoid using electric razors with rotating heads as they can cause painful burns.
• Use embroidery scissors if you’re trimming a small amount. They’re similar to nail scissors but be cautious of the sharp tips.

Use a sharp razor. It's best to choose a new, disposable razor. A dull blade will cause redness and itching. If your hair is long, trim it first, and shave in the direction of hair growth, not against it. This method might take more time but causes less irritation to the skin. Also, use a scent-free shaving cream or gel.

Trim in a clean area. It's recommended to be in the bathroom or seated on the toilet. After trimming, simply turn on the water or flush the toilet to clean up.

Use a handheld mirror or a makeup mirror to check the pubic area. If you can't see clearly, it's difficult to know where you've shaved, so using a small mirror will help you track the progress while shaving.

Go for a natural look. Simply trim lightly to avoid making the area look overly groomed. Just trim the hairs evenly and maintain their natural shape. The length is up to you, depending on how closely you can trim them.

• Trim with scissors or clippers. To achieve even cuts, comb through the hairs first and trim along that line (just like a hairstylist would do).

Try the bikini style. This style is perfect for beach outings. Trim the hair evenly, but shave along the lines of your bikini bottom (so nothing sticks out from your bikini, thong, or shorts).

• Trim with scissors or an electric razor for a smoother appearance that complements your swimwear.
• Shave the edges or use a depilatory product to remove the hair.

Use a shaped wax strip. This style is fun and seductive, where the entire pubic area is shaved except for the area where a wax shape is applied. Common shapes include small downward-pointing triangles or hearts.

• Trim evenly to make the shape more visible once the wax is applied.
• Shape the area above the labia with a razor or wax.
• Shave around the labia using a razor, wax, or tweezers to clean up the edges.

Leave a strip of hair running downwards. This is a seductive style where you remove all the hair around the labia, leaving a narrow rectangular strip that runs along the genital slit.

• Trim all the hair evenly to highlight the rectangular shape.
• Shave the surrounding pubic hair with a razor, electric razor, wax, tweezers, or depilatory cream, but be careful when approaching the thin-skinned areas.
• Trim the top part of the rectangle to ensure even length throughout.

Completely clean shave. This is the classic approach where all pubic hair is removed entirely.

• Trim the hair a little to make shaving easier.
• Remove the hair completely using a razor, waxing, or a hair removal machine.

Natural look. This is a smart choice if you prefer simpler maintenance afterward. Simply trim the hair evenly and leave it in its natural shape. How long you let it grow is up to you, but it also depends on how close you can trim it.

• Trim using scissors or a trimmer. To ensure even cutting, use a comb to guide the scissors as you cut (like a barber does with haircuts).

Short boxer style. This method requires more maintenance and is the male version of the women's bikini style. Trim the hair evenly and shave along the creases of the legs (so no hairs stick out of the waistband of your boxer shorts, Speedo swimwear, etc.).

• Trim the hair with scissors or an electric razor to make the area fit well when wearing underwear.
• Shave off hair from the edges or use a hair removal cream like Nair or Magic Powder.

Lion's mane style. This style makes the entire area appear more bold and striking. Remove hair from the testicles and base of the penis, but leave the rest intact.

• Shave off hair from all areas except the hair above the genitalia with a razor or waxing. You can trim the remaining hair if you prefer, but leaving it natural often yields the best result.

Shaping hair into a downward arrow or rectangular shape. This style creates a striking impression with a distinct line. Shave the pubic hair completely except for an arrow or rectangle shape pointing down above the genital area.

• Trim the hair evenly to make the arrow/rectangle shape more defined.
• Shape the hair above the penis using a razor or waxing.
• Shave off the remaining hair with a razor or wax, leaving the area above the genitalia intact.

Full clean shave. In this style, you shave all the pubic hair off completely.

• Trim the hair short to make the shaving process easier.
• Remove the hair completely with waxing (the most common method) or shaving (which requires more upkeep compared to waxing).

Moisturize a few days after shaving. You should use natural moisturizers such as aloe vera-based creams, egg oil, coconut oil, cocoa butter, kokum butter, etc. It's essential to take care of the skin to reduce irritation after shaving. Make sure to choose fragrance-free products, and always clean any sensitive areas from the chemicals applied. Products containing vitamin E and/or aloe vera can greatly improve comfort, speed up healing, and enhance skin health.

• Note that after shaving or hair removal, your skin will be more prone to infection. While alcohol-based products can prevent infections, they can also burn the skin, especially for women. Be cautious when using them.

Maintaining results. The hardest part is getting the desired hair style, but maintaining it is relatively easy.

• Shave the area again every two or three days.
• Trim the hair every one or two weeks.
• Wax every four to six weeks.

• After trimming your hair, rinse the area with cold water. Cold water tightens the pores, which helps reduce skin irritation after shaving.
• Use your hand to stretch the skin if the area to be shaved has wrinkles or isn’t firm. This will make the shaving process easier.
• If you’re using a razor, rinse the blade after each pass. Don’t hesitate to replace the blade if it becomes dull, as pubic hair can quickly dull a razor due to its coarse texture.
• If you want to maintain a clean-shaven area for longer periods, you can try:
  • Using hair removal cream to remove hair from the root. Products like Nair and Magic Powder can effectively remove hair, but they are strong chemicals, so be cautious, especially on sensitive skin. It's advisable to apply them only on the outer edges of the pubic area and avoid direct application to the genital region. Test it first on less sensitive skin.
  • Waxing or using an epilator. You can use wax or an epilator like the Epi-Lady to remove hair from the root. These methods can be uncomfortable, especially if you’re new to them and have sensitive skin in that area.
• After waxing or using an epilator, hair tends to grow back finer, and over time, the discomfort will lessen as you get used to these methods.
• For permanent hair removal, consider investing in electrolysis or laser treatments. These professional and costly methods are often painful and require multiple sessions, but the results are smooth skin that lasts.
• Coconut oil is a great moisturizer for your skin, but it can easily clog pores, so be cautious about using it on your pubic area.

Avoid applying alcohol to the genital area. It dries the skin and doesn’t help prevent 'shaving-related infections'. Simply replace your razor blade frequently to avoid infections.

• If you have a lot of hair and sensitive skin, shaving may cause discomfort and roughness, even right after shaving. Using a cream can help reduce this issue, and your skin will gradually adjust over time.
• The general rule is to always be careful when using hair trimmers, razors, epilators, or any personal care tools. Nerve endings, delicate tissue, and blood vessels can be painful if you accidentally cut the skin. Pay extra attention to soft or wrinkled skin areas, such as the scrotum or labia.

• Hair trimming tools (e.g., trimmer, scissors)
• Razor
• Unscented, colorless lotion or post-shave cream (optional)
• Other hair removal products: waxing strips, epilator, hair removal cream (optional)