what are pubes
Pubes are the short, coarse hair that grows around the genitals (and sometimes the upper inner thighs) when a person goes through puberty.
Quick Scoop
- “Pubes” is just a casual/slang way of saying “pubic hair.”
- Pubic hair usually starts to grow during puberty and is a normal sign that the body is maturing.
- It grows on the lower front part of the body above the legs, around the sex organs.
What pubes do
- They help reduce friction (for example, from clothing or sexual activity) and can give some protection to the skin in that area.
- Pubic hair is a natural, functional part of the human body, not something “dirty” or wrong.
Styles and grooming (totally optional)
People make different choices about their pubes:
- Leave them natural and untrimmed.
- Trim or “tidy up” the hair (shorter but still there).
- Shave or wax most or all of it off (e.g., Brazilian, landing strip, simple triangle/Dorito shape).
All of these are personal choices. There’s no “right” way to have pubes; it’s about comfort, culture, and preference.
If you’re young and just starting to notice pubes, that’s a normal part of puberty. If you ever feel worried or unsure, a trusted adult or health professional can give age-appropriate, private advice.
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