While it does not indicate that linear growth (height) is over, it indicates that you are in the final stage of puberty and that the majority of the pubertal growth spurt is over.
Getting a happy trail does not mean you stopped your growth spurt. I have seen a lot of boys getting facial hair at 14, but that doesn't mean they stopped growing, boys can grow until they are 16–17, so just try not to worry about it, and take good care of yourself.
What does happy trail mean? A happy trail is a vertical strip of hair running from the belly button down to the pubic region, usually associated with men.
Yes, it's completely normal. Boys start puberty and progress through different parts of puberty at different rates. I'm 16 and barely have any chest hair, and really didn't have any until I was almost 16.
Slang terms for this line of hair include "happy line", "happy trail", or “treasure trail”. Although the development of abdominal hair normally begins during puberty it may also start later, between the ages of 20 and 30.
For girls, puberty usually occurs between ages 10 to 14, and for boys, between ages 12 to 16.
Is it normal to have a happy trail for a 13-year-old? Yes, totally normal; the child is right on track and falls within the age range of boys starting puberty.
Some teens don't do anything with their pubic hair, leaving it to grow naturally. Some girls remove hair when they'll be wearing a bathing suit, and some remove hair regularly as part of their beauty routine. No health benefits are linked to removing pubic hair, so choose what feels right for you.
“There is no right or certain age to start shaving,” said Rashell Orey, a licensed master social worker at Banner Health. “Some may be eager to start very early, while for others, this could be a scary thought. It's a conversation that you'll need to discuss with them.”
Lots of women have a happy trail. In case you didn't know, the happy trail is the area below the belly button. Unless the hair there you are getting is very thick and dark, you shouldn't have anything to be concerned about. Just shave it off if you're not digging the look.
At this point, you should have a decent happy trail. The shave is just to fully clean up parts that you want to keep smooth. A safety razor and shaving gel are all you need for this step.
Trim between 2mm and 6mm lengths for neat and tidy pubic hair.
As mentioned in one of the articles one good way to see if you still have growth potential is to X-ray a wrist- the test is called a Pediatric Bone Age. It will show if your growth plates are still open. A doctor can also request lab tests- checking for hormones- such as thyroid, growth hormone and sex hormones.
Pubic hair and hair on the body doesn't usually grow back after the menopause, this is due to levels of estrogen and progesterone remaining low as we continue to age.
The 'grass' down there helps to provide a cushion against the friction which may cause skin abrasions and tiny, open wounds. Secondly, and more importantly, it acts as a barrier against germs and bacteria from entering the pubic area.
Then there's the regrowth stage: Shaved hair grows back after a couple of days, and when it does it can be prickly or itchy. This can leave you feeling uncomfortable. There's also a chance some hairs will become ingrown. This means that the hair that's trying to grow back gets trapped under the skin.
Trimming with scissors Using scissors can be a safe way to give the pubic area a well-groomed look. Since the operation does not come into contact with the skin, trimming the pubic hair with scissors has a relatively low risk of injury.
Marc Glashofer, a dermatologist and fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, claims that the texture of pubic hair tends to be thicker and more coarse than hair on the rest of our body because of its origins as a buffer. “It prevents friction during intercourse that can cause skin abrasion and rashes,” he says.
“When you're in a high hormone state, not only is your progesterone and estrogen high, but also your testosterone,” says Marmur. “And that triggers those fine baby hairs to become terminal dark hairs.”
This is a time of many physical, mental, emotional, and social changes. Hormones change as puberty begins. Most boys grow facial and pubic hair and their voices deepen. Most girls grow pubic hair and breasts, and start their period.
At 13, your teen is beginning to grow taller, gain weight, and become physically mature. Girls become fully physically developed during middle adolescence and boys reach physical maturity during late adolescence. "Physical development is variable depending on the teen," says Dr. Jassey.