How long can pubic hair become?

Most pubes grow between half an inch and 1.5 inches, according to Steixner.

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Do pubes stop growing at a certain length?

Does pubic hair cease growing once it's reached a certain length? All hair grows at a contstant rate, but eventually falls out. With body hair, which typically does not grow as long as head hair, the rate at which it falls out is greater. This results in hair that appears to reach a certain length then stops growing.

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Can pubic hair grow too long?

But having too much or too little pubic hair can point to health issues. If pubic hair begins to grow further down and onto the fronts of the thighs and/or upward on the stomach, towards the navel, you should head to your pediatrician or your primary care doctor to get checked out.

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What to do when pubes get too long?

You can shave it. Just be sure to use shaving cream and a sharp razor. The good news about shaving is that it doesn't actually make hair thicker or darker, it just looks that way. If you want to avoid the stubbly look you can get from shaving, you can use depilatories or wax.

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How much is too much pubes?

There is no such thing as a 'normal' amount of pubic hair. This is a personal choice and one that you can make on your own. You shouldn't feel pressure one way or another.

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Human Growth Facts : Why Does Pubic Hair Stop Growing?

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What happens when you don't shave your private area?

Protection from bacteria and other pathogens

It follows that pubic hair may protect against certain infections, including: cellulitis. sexually transmitted infections (STIs) urinary tract infections (UTIs)

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Is it OK to cut pubes with scissors?

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.

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Why do pubic hair grow so fast?

Part of the perception that your pubic hair grows much faster than the hair on your head may be due to the growth cycle it follows. With pubic hair—and other body hair—the entire process takes about 30 to 44 days, Dr. Hazen says.

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Why is my pubic hair prickly?

Folliculitis. Shaving with a clogged or unclean razor is a big no-no. Folliculitis is typically caused by bacteria. Folliculitis causes red and white pimples to grow around the hair follicle resulting in that prickly feeling after shaving.

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How long should womens pubic hair be?

Your hair should be ¼ inch long or 6.35 mm for optimal waxing. First-time waxing appointments require 2-3 weeks of hair growth for optimal bikini wax results.

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Do pubes go GREY?

Just like the hair on the head, the hair on the rest of the body, including the pubic area, is subject to graying. As people age, their skin produces less melanin. Melanin is the pigment responsible for giving skin and hair its color.

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Should I wet my pubes before cutting?

Soak your pubic area for at least five minutes by taking a warm shower or bath, and make sure your skin is clean before you shave. This helps soften the follicles so the hairs cut more easily.

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Why do my pubes itch after trimming?

Your hair follicles continue to grow hair underneath your skin, and shaving can cause those follicles to become irritated. It's this irritation that makes you feel itchy after you shave.

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Why do my pubes hurt after trimming?

Your pubic hair region is more sensitive than your armpits and legs. So one reason why you might be hurting down there when the hair starts to grow back is because of razor burn, which can be itchy or painful. Another reason why you might be uncomfortable is because shaving can trigger ingrown hair growth.

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How often should pubes be shaved?

To keep the pubic area smooth and hairless, you'll need to shave regularly, even daily. Consider if this is worth the trouble; it may become tedious after four or five weeks. Cost. You'll need to invest in special shaving equipment and care.

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Is shaving pubic hair healthier?

Answer From Mary Marnach, M.D. There's no medical or hygienic reason for removing some or all of your pubic hair. But the removal process can be painful and cause many side effects, including: Genital itching, sometimes severe.

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How long should womens pubic hair be?

Your hair should be ¼ inch long or 6.35 mm for optimal waxing. First-time waxing appointments require 2-3 weeks of hair growth for optimal bikini wax results.

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Is long pubic hair unsanitary?

No, pubic hair is not unhygienic. However, it does trap dirt and sweat, so it can become more pungent than areas of the body that have less hair. Like other areas of the body, pubic hair does require regular cleaning.

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Can too much pubic hair be a problem?

Some people have more pubic hair, and others have less. With that said, extreme variations in hair growth sometimes signal an underlying hormonal condition. For instance, among adults assigned female at birth, excessive pubic hair can be a sign of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

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What happens when you don't shave your private area?

Protection from bacteria and other pathogens

It follows that pubic hair may protect against certain infections, including: cellulitis. sexually transmitted infections (STIs) urinary tract infections (UTIs)

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Does pubic hair make you smell?

Bacteria can cling to hair. In the vaginal area, that is both a good thing and a bad thing. You need your good vaginal bacteria to prevent an overgrowth of yeast, but when bacteria mix with the sweat and oil on your pubic hair, it can produce a smell.

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Does pubic hair get worse with age?

We know a lot about changes in pubic hair with the onset of puberty and about complications associated with pubic hair grooming, but less about changes with aging and menopause. The scant data we do have suggests that the growth rate and density of pubic hair decreases with age for both women and men.

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Is it healthier to remove pubic hair?

Answer From Mary Marnach, M.D. There's no medical or hygienic reason for removing some or all of your pubic hair. But the removal process can be painful and cause many side effects, including: Genital itching, sometimes severe.

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Why do we have butt hair?

Everyone has some hair in the area between their butt crack. This hair wicks away moisture and protects the sensitive skin around your anus.

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Is it OK to cut pubes with scissors?

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.

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