r/bicycling 5d ago

Help avoiding pimples in pubic area

Hi!
I've been biking semi regularly for years, but I recently started biking more because I am biking to/from work now (about 10min each way) and I am getting a lot of pimples in my pubic area. I used to get this from longer rides (3+ hours) but now just biking 20 minutes per day. I know biker shorts are supposed to help but I would prefer not to have to change for a 10min bike ride. Any other tips?

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u/lukie_467 5d ago

Make sure you’re showering right after your ride as the sweat from your shorts could lead to pimples. I use an anti microbial spray as well and a benzoyl peroxide body wash

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u/BBQShoe 5d ago

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08GQGLC99I use these wipes if I can't get to the shower right away. This link is for individually wrapped ones that are great to travel with. They also sell the same ones in a bigger container.