Intimate shave without stubble, rash &
Anyone who prefers it hair-free or likes to try out different intimate hairstyle trends knows the typical problems that can occur when shaving an intimate area. Here we give you tips on how to prevent pimples and other unsightly skin irritations and show you the latest trends.
Intimate shaving – the best tips for hair removal in the intimate area
Intimate shaving – yes or no? After the trend completely “bottomless” (also called “Hollywood cut”) prevailed for a long time, more and more women and men let nature take its course and only style their intimate areas.
Because hair removal in the intimate area has its little pitfalls: the skin there is extremely sensitive and tends quickly to pimples and rashes. To prevent skin irritation and how you can effectively remove ingrown hairs yourself, we will show you step by step here.
The right preparation:
The right preparation is the be-all and end-all, this also applies to shaving the intimate area. We recommend a scrub that you should use both before and between shaves. Gentle peeling removes young hairs that are just growing out of the follicle. Exfoliation is particularly advisable for people with dry skin. Because ingrown hairs are particularly common with this type of skin.
In order not to strain the skin even more, products with natural ingredients are particularly recommended, such as sugar peelings. Our favourite: the Greendoor sugar peeling with natural micro-sugar crystals, which gently remove dirt particles and dead skin.
Choose the right device:
Not only the preparation, but also the right tool is fundamental for the perfect hair removal of the intimate area. Epilators, dry shavers and depilatory creams are not recommended, as they can irritate the sensitive intimate area. A wet razor with sharp blades is best. The blades should be changed after a maximum of five uses. Blades that are used too often are susceptible to bacteria, which can lead to infections and skin irritation. The shaver should dry well after use, as this also prevents bacteria from having easy time and being able to settle.
Our tip: the Gillette Venus wet razor “Swirl extra smooth” with FlexBall technology. With the Gillette Venus wet razor, you can reach even hard-to-reach places – without much effort.
The shave:
The shower is the perfect place for an intimate shave because that’s where the skin warms up. The hair becomes softer and the pores open. The razor blade can glide more easily and without rubbing too much. It is also advisable to always shave in the direction of growth. This means that the skin is less stressed and razor bumps and irritation can be prevented. It is best to use a moisturizing shaving gel as well a shaving cream like this one from Amorelie with a honey scent, which nourish the skin and reduce friction.
What care after intimate shaving?
After intimate shaving, it is advisable to care for the sensitive area. Because if the skin is kept smooth and supple, the hair can grow out of the follicles more easily. Ingrown hairs can be avoided in this way.
Creams or body oils ( our favourite: Burt’s Bees body oil with vitamin E), which provide a lot of moisture, soothe and cool the sensitive area. The ingredients aloe vera and jojoba extract, for example, can ensure this. But baby powder is also perfect for care after intimate shaving.
Our favourites:
- Aloe vera gel made from 95% organic aloe vera from junglück
- Pure, cold-pressed organic jojoba oil from GREENDOOR
- Aftershave lotion Patron Saint by Lumunu
You should also refrain from wearing tight underwear in the intimate area after shaving so that there is no friction. A visit to the sauna or a workout is also not advisable. Because sweat also brings bacteria with it, which have no place in the freshly shaved intimate area.
The best tips at a glance:
- Prepare the intimate area for shaving with a peeling.
- Use shaving gel or foam.
- Your razor should always have a sharp blade.
- Always work in the direction of growth.
- Use a moisturizer after intimate shaving.
- Wear airy underwear after shaving.
Trends in intimate styling
Not only with our head of hair, but also with regard to our pubic hair, new trends are constantly emerging. Here we present five intimate styles – maybe you’re in the mood for something new?!
The Brazilian Cut
Ever heard of the Brazilian Cut? Some also know it by the synonyms Landing Strip or Iroquois. All designations stand for one form: the striped variant. The pubic hair is trimmed to a narrow strip above the labia. All hair is removed except for a narrow strip on the pubic bone.
The triangle
With the triangle, also known as the American style or triangle, the pubic hair is neatly trimmed to this shape: wide at the top, narrow at the bottom. Another feature: The triangle is kept significantly small in the American style.
Shapes & Symbols
“Freestyle” is hip! Whether flowers, hearts or a little tree, there are no limits to your creativity – also when it comes to your intimate hairstyle. You can trim your intimate area with different shapes and symbols and are also very trendy. For the sake of simplicity, there are even suitable templates for this.
Letters
Not only do we like to wear shapes and symbols in the intimate area, letters are also impressive. From A to Z: There are enough letters to choose from – although of course the implementation varies in difficulty depending on the letter. Popular trend: shaving off the first letter of your partner’s first name.
The moustache
A broad, trimmed stripe in the horizontal direction means the mustache in intimate styling “professional jargon”. The hair around the mustache is removed so that only the stripe is visible.