Yes, many straight guys groom their pubic hair, with trimming being the most common method, though some fully shave or wax; it's a personal choice driven by hygiene, comfort, aesthetics, or partner preference, with stats showing high participation rates, especially among younger men, and no single "right" way to do it.
Shaving pubic hair isn't exclusive to gay men - many bisexual men and straight men also shave their pubic hair for the above reasons.
Pubic hair is natural. There is no reason to shave it bald or wax it unless that is your personal preference. Trimming and unruly bush is always a good thing to do just for yourself. Hair harbors bacteria, which can contribute to odor so having it tidy is fine.
It Enhances Down-There Aesthetics
Some people groom because they like the way trimmed assets look, and you might also trim because it's what your partner wants. As long as you're true to your preferences and what looks and feels beautiful to you, it's all good.
80% of women prefer a man to trim/maintain his pubic hair. 15% of women prefer a man to completely remove all of his pubic hair. 5% of women prefer a hairy situation down there.
Gen Z's approach to pubic hair is diverse, with a growing trend of embracing natural body hair, challenging older norms, but many still prefer some form of grooming like trimming over complete removal, with personal preference and comfort being key drivers, influenced heavily by social media trends. While some opt for "au naturel" looks, many in Gen Z trim for a "bikini-shaped bush," balancing naturalness with neatness, and views vary significantly, with TikTok promoting both naturalness and styling.
Intimate grooming is when you trim or shave your pubic hair. A recent survey estimated that around 50% of men groom their pubes. So if you're into it, you're certainly not alone.
2. On the other side of the spectrum, nearly half the men in the study said they'd shaved off ALL their pubic hair at least once in the previous four weeks. About 49% of guys, compared to 82% of the women, said they'd shaved it all off at some point in the past month.
Irritation: Removing pubic hair by waxing or shaving can cause skin irritation, razor burns, or ingrown hairs, which can be uncomfortable or painful. Infection: Shaving or waxing can create small cuts or openings in the skin that can increase the risk of infection, especially if the area is not kept clean.
No, you don't need to shave or wax. However, if there's something going on with your skin, shaving or waxing will make it easier for your physician to evaluate the area.
An Australian study found that most men had de-fuzzed: 63 percent of gay men and 33 percent of straight men had partly or completely removed hair from their back or backside at least once in their lives, and 82 percent of gay men and 66 percent of straight men had removed pubic hair.
Never shave these areas
One of the biggest mistakes we make when manscaping is rushing through the process. Whether you're trimming or shaving, take your time and proceed with caution. Rushing increases the likelihood of nicks, cuts, and irritation, leaving you with less than desirable results.
About half of U.S. men regularly groom their pubic hair, whether trimming, shaving, or waxing. This number climbs even higher among men aged 25–35, with sex and hygiene being the main reasons for grooming. Gay men tend to be more relaxed about it.
According to a recent Men's Health study of the 4,044 men surveyed, 68 percent said they trim their armpit hair; 52 percent said they do it for aesthetics, and another 16 percent said they do it for athletic reasons.
Research has shown that women, in particular, feel social pressure to remove body hair and that pubic hair can affect their self-perception and sexual attractiveness. But pubic hair may play a role in helping to attract potential sexual partners – and increase sexual pleasure.
Going back to a time when most of us roamed around half-naked, it has been suggested our pubic hair is curly because it does a better job capturing and holding the pheromones that are produced by our sweat glands.
If you sense a little body odor, it's because your pubic hair is doing its job of trapping sweat, oil, and bacteria. To care for your pubic area, all you need to do is regularly rinse with water. Long story short, there is nothing dirty or unclean about pubic hair. There is no medical reason to remove it.
Genetics can influence the hairline's overall shape and the growth direction of individual hairs. Those with more sensitive skin may have coarser, more curly hair, while those with thicker skin may have thinner, straighter pubic hair.
The key to shaving pubes is to use short strokes with gentle pressure. You can shave in any direction that feels comfortable, but shaving “with the grain” will help to avoid excess shaving irritation. Clean the blade in water every 2-3 strokes to keep your \ hair from blocking the blades.
Here's the blunt, honest truth: every guy reaches this milestone at his own time, whether it's at 12 or 25. Basically, there's no exact age for a guy to start shaving. The question of when depends on personal factors like puberty stage, maturity level and personal preference, explains Dr.
Japan: Women in Japan have preferred to shave only their legs and underarms, leaving the bikini and pubic area untouched. It is also quite common to remove facial hair and peach fuzz for a smooth, glass-like appearance.
Firstly, research really does back up the idea that male body hair is on the out. A study from Mitel in 2018 found that as many as 46 percent of all men removed hair from their bodies, up from just over a third in 2016. The lack of love for chest hair specifically is clear, too.
Most women (64.3%) and men (62.2%) preferred complete removal of female pubic hair, and this preference was more pronounced in younger women and men. Most women reported performing depilation at home (55.8%), with 44.4% using hot wax and 40.1% using a razor blade.