If you are among those who think that a shaved pubis is more aesthetic and more hygienic, you are likely to curb your unwanted hair hunting!

A recent study, conducted by several American universities, found that hair removal and shaving of the pubis seem to increase the risk of sexually transmitted infections. Although no formal cause and effect link has yet been established, the observation is nonetheless unquestionable.

The complete hair removal pointed the finger

Published in the journal Sexually Transmitted Infections , this study of 7580 Americans, men and women aged 18 to 65 years, shows that people who have already shaved or dehaired pubic hair are 80% more likely to have contracted an STI. .

According to the results, the prevalence of STIs is 18% on average for shaving or complete depilation and 14% for those who favor waxing or shaving. On the other hand, this figure reaches only 8% for those who do not depilate.

Of those who reported shaving or shaving pubic hair, 22% reported shaving or shaving at least once a week. 17% are considered "extreme" epilators because they practice full epilation more than 11 times a year.

In total, 13% of participants reported having already contracted STIs such as herpes, syphilis, gonorrhea or chlamydia.

Micro-cuts and risky sexual behavior involved?

According to the researchers, the most likely hypothesis to explain the phenomenon would be that bacteria and viruses would penetrate more easily through razor-induced micro-cuts.

According to them, this type of hair removal combined with risky sexual behavior could potentially be the source of infection transmission.

Indeed, the participants who were epilating were younger and sexually more active. Extreme epilators also had more partners.

Conclusion: Perhaps it's better to let your privacy stay warm.