Pubic hair might be back in style but it comes with a catch… literally (Picture: Myles Goode)As Miley Cyrus — who bared her unshaven bikini line in the latest edition of Wonderland — has proven, pubic hair is officially cool again. But as the bush continues to grow in popularity, it’s left some with an unexpected problem in their pants. According to the doctor, alongside shaving, not doing so for months on end actually increases the chance of ingrown hairs too. ‘That said, pubic hair itself isn’t unhealthy, it actually plays a protective role, reducing friction and providing a barrier against bacteria,’ the doctor says. How to deal with ingrown hairs Coarse and curly hair, like in your pubic area, can lead to ingrown hairs, as can waxing, plucking and threading.