Manscaping: The ‘how to’s’ when it comes to grooming

Manscaping, you have probably heard the word before. The question is, do you know what it means? This is not a new term or concept, but rather the term given to trimming, waxing or shaving the hair on the body for cosmetic effect. If you have ever shaved your back hair, waxed your legs, or even trimmed your chest hair for sport or just plain grooming, you’ve participated in the art of manscaping. But there remains a lot of mystery behind the whole idea of manscaping and what exactly it entails.

Are you already a Manscaper?

You’re likely already grooming some part of your body, and that is great. Investing in a groomed and well-maintained physique and personal appearance will never fail. As a society, we prefer and tend to be drawn to well-groomed and well-presented men. But let’s face it—there is more to it than simply shaving your chest, back, armpits, stomach, etc. Modern treatments such as Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) and Laser offer a far more permanent and long-term solution. Manscaping has grown away from an idea and something only the guys in muscle magazines or professional athletes do, to a recommended grooming practice for all men to follow and consider.

The Benefits of Manscaping

There are many reasons to consider manscaping, one of the obvious ones being comfort and hygiene during sport. Hair removal ensures less dirt and sweat, meaning you are cleaner. You’ll become more confident. I know this almost sounds cliche, but it’s really true. Statistics show that men with better hygiene practices display more confidence daily in everyday social interactions, and women love it!

Where to Even Begin?

Now that you have a basic understanding of manscaping and its benefits, where do you really begin? What is involved in manscaping through laser hair removal? Permanent hair removal makes use of a laser light energy to penetrate the hair shaft and destroy the hair root. That means the results of laser hair removal last a reasonably long time, but may require a touch-up now and then.

• How long does it take?

It takes roughly 20 – 180 minutes per treatment, depending on the size of the area. To see the best results, it may require up to twelve treatments.

• Which areas can you treat?

Removing or reducing hair on the back, chest, stomach, shoulders, and genital area. It works best on light skin with dark hair; it is not suitable for blond or white hair. Black skin responds well to only one type of laser, the Nd: YAG laser.

• How Often Should You Manscape?

Outside of laser, shaving is unique to each individual, so your time frame will differ from someone else’s. Always find a schedule that suits your lifestyle and image, whether it be casual, hip, or ultra sleek. In general, the average guy manscapes every 2 to 3 weeks. Always consult a medical aesthetics practitioner when lasering. Find the most effective treatment and a highly qualified and recommended technician. Most of all, go to a reputable clinic. Safety comes first … always!