Question 1

is it ok for boys to shave their armpits?

Accepted Answer

I suppose: I find it no worse than shaving their heads, arms or legs. Removal or shaping of body hair has been a culturally  defined practice that dates back through all recorded history. It has the same value to some as patterns of body art or adornment with jewelry.Patterns change over time.

Question 2

how come cancer patients have shaved heads?

Accepted Answer

They don't: A number of chemotherapy drugs and radiation to the head can make hair fall. Some patients cut it short before that happens to avoid a mess of falling hair on their bed and clothes but they do not have to.  Would not advise shaving it, though.

Question 3

how to shave off a verruca?

Accepted Answer

Don't shave warts.: Plantar warts on the feet can be pared with a bent razor blade to make them more comfortable to walk on.  Shaving or paring warts in not a cure.  See a dermatologist to treat your warts if you want them cured.

Question 4

how can i shave my butthole?

Accepted Answer

Carefully: Clean first, lube well and then carefully use a light, handheld razor.  If you have a trusted friend, he/she can help.  With clever mirror arrangements and lights, you can see what you are doing.

Question 5

how can i get a clean pubic shave?

Accepted Answer

First cut w scissors: Then  wash pubic area with soap ; hot water. Follow this by applying shaving cream ; shave carefully with a safety razor.

Question 6

should a teenager shave her 'area'?

Accepted Answer

Not routinely: I see no reason why shave her "area" for no reason. It confers no benefit whatsoever. Shaving may, in fact, cause discomfort, bleeding, infection and unpleasant ichy feeling.

Question 7

is it unhealthy to not shave armpits?

Accepted Answer

Shaving: This is very fashionable norm for the United States but not for the rest of the world. Potentially more complications from shaving than not.

Question 8

is it okay that i shave my pubic area?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if you want to: May find it a little itchy afterwards.

Question 9

how to keep bikini area cleanly shaved?

Accepted Answer

Consider laser tx.: Insure you use fresh, sharp blades vice dull blades. If hair is &gt; several mm long – then trim before shaving. Wash area before shaving – warm water helps to soften hair. Use a lubricant when shaving. Avoid using products that contain alcohol or are scented.  Shave in direction of the hair – not against it. Be gentle when shaving – don’t push down too hard. Moisturize skin after shaving.

Question 10

safest way to shave all your pubic areas?

Accepted Answer

: Use a trimmer. Razor blades tend to pull up the hair and cut below the skin level which can lead to ingrown hairs (bumps) and painful razor burn. Trimmers cut the hair at the skin level without these problems.

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