The Case For The Hairless Vagina: Sexy Or Just Plain Weird?

When it comes to grooming yourself, there's no point in holding back.  If you want to look a certain way, then go for it.  It's your body, so its your rules.  With that being said, though, some women are on the fence when it comes to cleaning up "downstairs."  While some people are absolutely proud of their pubic hair, some women would rather it vacate the premises.  So, basically, as expected, everyone is different.  When it comes to trimming or not trimming the vagina, women are certainly on the fence.  Keep reading to discover the case for the hairless vagina.

The vagina. When it comes to pubic hair, everybody’s got a preference. Some people prefer little to no hair, and some prefer a fully natural experience. They see pubic hair as being naturally beauty, believing that getting rid of it is getting rid of what makes it what it is in the first place. But therein lies the issue: when it comes to pubic hair, no one can seem to disagree.

No hair, don’t care. For some women, being natural isn’t about not trimming their pubic hair, it’s about making whatever choice they feel comfortable with. A lot of judgment gets thrown around pretty casually, especially when it comes to women’s bodies, so some women would rather not stand for those points of view.

Natural or unnatural. “I went through phases with whether or not I’d trim, and when I was younger, like in high school and college, it went from trimming to be ashamed that I was trimming. Other girls would literally give me sh*t for it, so I basically have been rebelling ever since, and if I want it trimmed, I keep it trimmed. Don’t let people tell you how to own your body.” —Cassie, 24

I do what I want. “I swear to God, people have debates over the most unnecessary issues. The day that my vagina becomes someone else’s property is the day that someone else can decide what I do with it. In the meantime, I keep things nice and smooth down there, just the way I like it.” —Jennifer, 27

In the mood. “When it comes to whether or not I trim or not, it just depends on my mood. Some days, I’d rather things looking primal. Others, I change my mind. It just depends on what mood I’m in or what kind of look I’m going for. It’s like getting any other kind of haircut. There’s no difference, in my opinion.” —Lee, 30

Ugly vagina. A serious issue between both genders is the issue with body positivity, which goes well beyond someone’s weight. Even (or especially, in some cases) when it comes to genitals, this can be an incredibly sensitive topic for some. Instead of embracing her vagina, for example, a woman might attempt to adhere to standards that most people don’t even agree with in the first place.

Hairy and scary. There has long been this idea that a woman with natural, untrimmed pubic hair is gross. It’s made women believe that if they don’t trim their hair or remove it completely, they’re not as attractive. With that being said, however, not all women are giving a sh*t about what other people think.

Haters. “I was literally told right to my face that my vagina looked disgusting. I was about to have sex, and this guy just told me he couldn’t do it. He kept saying that, and he was trying to be light about it, like funny, like I would laugh along too and then go trim for him and come back. Not just for that reason alone, but I will never but any form of blade near my vagina ever.” —Jean, 29

Guys. “OK, so before I get attacked, I don’t not trim my hair because the guys I like tend to prefer a full bush, I do it for a few reasons, and that just happens to be one of them. I like the natural look. I prefer it. And yeah, I don’t think there’s anything wrong with just happening to be into guys who like hair down there. No shame at all.” —Alyssa, 26

The dangers of hitting skin. “I’m sorry, but I’m not going to use the words “cut” to anything below my belly button and above my thighs. In school, I’ve had to sit through enough lectures with abused and mutilated women, and I just can’t stomach the idea of putting any kind of tool near my vagina. Women who do, then that’s their prerogative. But I’m opting out and will always opt out.” —Raquel, 28

Risking it. “I just don’t see the point in shaving because I’ve just heard about too many of the risks that are associated with it. I’m naturally like a ‘play it safe’ kind of person to begin with, so if something ever happened and I cut myself, I wouldn’t know what to do. It’d be a disaster. So, no, I’m not risking it. I’m fine with the way I look as it is.” —Kate, 25

Dangers. While it absolutely comes down to personal choice, there’s no doubt that trimming your pubic hair puts you at a greater risk of causing accidental self-harm. In fact, not only can you potentially cut yourself, whether with scissors or a razor, you run the risk of serious infections — even sexually transmitted infections.

STIs and shaving. While this is avoidable if done correctly, a study published in the journal Sexually Transmitted Infections explains that people who shave their pubic hair down to the skin are 80 percent more likely to contract an STI, according to the Independent.

Nicked and never going back. “The last thing you want to do is cut your vagina, and that’s literally exactly what I did. I used to trim pretty regularly, but I was in my early 20s when I was trimming, and I nicked the skin, and there was just… blood. Everywhere. I didn’t pass out or anything, but it was enough that I lost the ability to see the point in doing it.” —Amy, 32

Beautiful. When it comes to trimming or not trimming — or even full-blown removal of pubic hair altogether — the choice is yours. However, it doesn’t hurt to take into consideration why others do it, if only to get some insight into angles that you may have not yet considered. Either way, your vagina is beautiful. Don’t let anyone convince you otherwise.