Razor Bumps on Male Genitals

Women are not the only ones that feel compelled to create baby-soft smoothness in their genital region. An increasing amount of men have been turning towards the practice of shaving unwanted hair in this area for many years now. They not only enjoy a fresher scent and silky feeling “down there,” but also take pleasure in looking more appealing for the ladies. However, if you slack on the shaving techniques, you will sadly find yourself battling a rash of bumps that are not so attractive – better known as ‘razor bumps.’

Appearance

It is not uncommon to find a man who likes shaving the hairs in his genital region, including the penis, pelvic bone, and scrotum. Since the skin is rather thin in this area and full of sweat, accumulated grime, and all sorts of bacteria – razor bumps (also referred to as pseudofolliculitis barbae) become a grim reality for shavers looking to freshen up. Depending on the color of the skin, small pink, red, yellow, white, purple, or brownish “pimple-like” bumps may form after an irritated shave. When infected, the bumps fill with pus.

Causes

To avoid the embarrassment of razor bumps in the genital region, it is recommended to scan the potential causes listed below that can lead to this frustrating condition:

a) Rinsing the Blade:

It is recommended to rinse the blade often during a fresh shave, as excess hairs clinging to the blade will cause an interference that increases the chances of irritation.

b) Level of Bacteria:

Razor bumps have a knack for appearing after a shave when there is a high level of bacteria present in the region. To lessen the threat – thoroughly clean the genitals using an antibacterial soap.

c) Ignoring the Power of Aftercare:

Those who ignore aftercare measures, such as applying a shaving lotion or slathering on a lightweight cooling gel, will miss out on the extra protection against the appearance of razor bumps and other irritations of the skin.

d) Repeat Shaves:

When first removing hair from the genital region, it is suggested to keep repeat shaves to a minimum in order to allow the sensitive skin to warm up to such a new practice. The ideal number of times to shave around this part of the body is once a week for the first month.

e) Lengthy Hairs:

If you have never shaved in this region before, chances are – you probably have some pretty long strands of hair. Razor bumps appear when skin or hair is snagged during the process of shaving. Use a pair of scissors to trim lengthy hairs to reduce your risk.

f) Cleanliness of Grooming Tools:

The hair comb, pick, or brush used to shape and groom the hairs found in the genital region can become a major carrier of germs and bacteria that can bring about razor bumps and irritation of the skin. Wipe down all shaving tools with alcohol and hot water.

g) Razor Sharpness:

To shave pubic hair and the scrotum – using the sharpest razor is highly suggested. Dull razors can lead to razor bumps.

h) Shaving Direction:

When shaving the male genital region, begin at the shaft and stroke downwards from the head of the penis – continuing on to the upper pubic hairs. A completely clean shave then comes when you continue to remove all of the hairs surrounding the shaft. A downward stroke complements the hairline around the testicles while a smooth upward motion is best for shaving the testicles.