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Manscaping
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“There's nothing quite like a shorn scrotum... It's breathtaking... I suggest you try it!"
-Mike Myers as Dr. Evil in Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery
Manscaping is the modern term for the removal of body hair by shaving. Some have attributed this trend to the proliferation of pornography and the desire to emulate male porn stars by removing all body hair, particularly pubic hair, and heightening the sexual experience by creating slippery and smooth contact. However, the removal of body hair has a history of being a cultural and religious custom as it is in some Islamic groups. Then there is the visual impact that the trimming of hair has for an observer. With pubic hair, for example, the exposed genitals appear larger, and many women find it a cleaner and more desirable look for a man. In many parts of the world, the removal of all body hair helps to prevent fleas and lice. So, is manscaping right for you?
Manscaping on AM
This trend has become a central issue in men’s grooming, health and fashion. What once was the concern of bodybuilders, models and porn stars is now a question every man must consider. To shave or not to shave? To suffer the laughter and ridicule of a woman or the outrageous gasps of teammates in the gym showers? For every man that has shaved his face in the shower there has been a moment when the razor seemed to lure him to take his clean-shaven look further. However, you can be assured that AskMen.com takes the matter seriously and offers straightforward options. The key to the question of manscaping, however, is not just a matter of deciding to try it. You must also consider that removing body hair with a wax or cream will mean that the hair will not grow back for more than six weeks. Shaving with a razor or electric groomer is the only option for the genitals, but growing the hair out again will be an itchy experience. For many men, and the women they love, a little modest trimming and sculpting of body hair is sufficient to achieve that well-groomed, after-dark look (and all the benefits that follow).Manscaping Fact
Men may certainly wax their chest hair and other areas, but they should never use wax and creams to remove pubic hair from the penis and scrotum. The skin in these areas is far too sensitive, thin and stretches easily. As a result, carefully shaving the pubic area is the only option to achieve a manscaped look below the belt.The clean-shaven look has reached such a pop-culture apex that Philips Norelco electronics markets a foil body grooming shaver -- specifically designed for your manscaping needs -- without the use of traditional razors.
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