Hi Kerrieann. I worried about a rash when I first did it, but it's fine as long as I don't do all over too often!. I pat on some talc before I start as I've found it makes the shaver 'glide' better. And I take my time and let the shaver do the work without putting pressure on. I usually do it about once a month. Yes - there is re-growth, but I find the re-growth less irritating than shaving too often (and I shave my 'bits' for my own comfort, not for anyone else's benefit .... although hubby does like it!).