New study on JAMA - "Prevalence of Pubic Hair GroomingRelated Injuries and Identification of High-Risk Individuals in the United States" published July 26.
Not so good ways to groom:
From the conclusion:
http://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamadermatology/fullarticle/2648859
Who does grooming while lying on their back?
Key Points
Question What are the prevalence and clinical correlates of injuries among US adults who groom pubic hair?
Findings In this nationally representative cross-sectional study of 5674 adults who reported pubic hair grooming, grooming-related injury was reported by 1430 (weighted prevalence, 25.6%). Degree of grooming was an independent risk factor for injury; waxing may prevent repetitive injuries.
Meaning The present data may help to identify injury-prone groomers and lead to safer grooming practices.
Not so good ways to groom:
In particular, lying on ones back while grooming and having someone else groom ones pubic hair were associated with injuries that required medical attention. Lying on ones back may make visualization more challenging and thus predispose the groomer to injury. Having a partner perform ones grooming eliminates a self-tactile sensation, which may predispose to injury. Alternatively, a grooming partner may encourage the injured to seek medical attention.
From the conclusion:
Pubic hair grooming is a widespread practice, and grooming-related injuries occur in approximately 25% of individuals who groom. Laceration is the most common form of injury. Grooming frequency and degree of grooming (ie, removing all pubic hair) are independent risk factors for injury and high-frequency injuries.
http://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamadermatology/fullarticle/2648859
Who does grooming while lying on their back?