Furry Love: How Pubic Hair Affects Vaginal Health
Pubic hair – something so natural, yet a topic that raises many questions and strong opinions. Should it be wild and free or neatly trimmed? And what does research say about how pubic hair affects our vaginal health? Last summer, I decided to stop shaving myself. I simply no longer felt like continuing to scrape around with the razor. My knowledge of the disadvantages of intimate shaving has not been lacking, but it had not previously stopped me from doing it. But now it was enough. I chose to quit. Well, I still groom a little now and then, but my intimate area has felt fantastic over the past year 😊. It is my own choice and the most important thing is to make a choice. Let's dive into this hairy subject and get some clarity ❤️
WHAT IS PUBIC HAIR GOOD FOR?
Pubic hair actually has several important functions:
🌸 Protection: It acts as a barrier that protects against harmful bacteria and other pathogens.
🌸 Friction: It reduces friction during sex and other physical activities, protecting the skin from irritation.
🌸 Temperature Regulation: Helps keep the vulva warm and moist.
Pubic hair consists of coarse hairs that are denser and curlier than hairs on the rest of the body, making it especially effective as a protective barrier.
RESEARCH ON PUBIC HAIR SHAVING AND VAGINAL HEALTH
Research on pubic hair shaving and its impact on vaginal health shows that there are several links between shaving habits and various health issues. A study published in JAMA Dermatology found that shaving and trimming pubic hair can increase the risk of small injuries and irritations, which in turn can lead to infections such as bacterial vaginosis and fungal infections.
Another study from Sahlgrenska University Hospital showed that women who shave frequently experience dry mucous membranes and increased irritation in the genital area. This is because hair acts as a protective barrier that helps retain moisture and protect against pathogens. When this barrier is removed, the risk of various infections and skin problems increases.
Research from University of California has also linked intimate shaving to a higher incidence of urinary tract infections, due to the microscopic injuries that shaving can cause in the sensitive skin barrier around the genitals.
These studies show how important it is to understand how our shaving habits affect vaginal health and that the choice to shave or trim should be made consciously and informed.
Read more about six common causes of dry mucous membranes here!
CONNECTION TO VAGINAL HEALTH
So how do shaving habits affect our vaginal health? Here are some key points:
🌸 Fungal Infections and Bacterial Vaginosis: Removing pubic hair can increase the risk of these infections because hair acts as a barrier against pathogens.
🌸 Urinary Tract Infections: Women who shave are more prone to urinary tract infections due to small cuts and irritations in the skin that can occur during shaving.
🌸 Dry Mucous Membranes: Hair helps retain moisture in the genital area. Removing it can lead to dry mucous membranes and increased irritation.
By being aware of these factors, one can make more informed choices about intimate care and thereby improve vaginal health ❤️
SOAP – A NO-NO FOR INTIMATE WASH
Whether you choose to let your pubic hair grow naturally or trim it, it is important not to use regular soap for intimate washing. Soap can disrupt the natural pH balance in the vagina and cause irritation and dryness. Instead, we recommend VagiVital V Cleanser, a moisturizing intimate wash based on AktivGel for dry mucous membranes and specially designed to be gentle on the sensitive genital area.
Take the opportunity to buy a 3-pack V Cleanser intimate wash and get 10% off here!
FOR WHOM DO WE SHAVE?
A big question is: do we shave because it makes us feel good or because our partner prefers it? A study published in JAMA Dermatology showed that 64% of women believe their partners' preferences influence their habits of shaving or trimming their pubic hair, but at the same time 61% think partners' opinions are actually not important. This may indicate that women are beginning to question traditional beauty norms and instead choose what feels best for themselves.
CONCLUSION
Pubic hair has many important functions and letting it be natural can have several health benefits. Whether you choose to trim, shave, or let your pubic hair grow freely, the most important thing is that you do what feels best for you. So next time you stand in front of the mirror with a razor in your hand, ask yourself: am I doing this for me or for someone else? And if the answer is for someone else, maybe it's time to rethink and embrace your natural furry love ❤️
Take care of yourself & Stay Pussytive ❤️
/Fanny Falkman Grinndal
Business Manager Nordics
Peptonic Medical AB
fanny.falkman-grinndal@peptonicmedical.se
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