10 Interesting Facts about Breasts

14.12.2012 | By: Kathy M.

Read this interesting facts about breasts that you surely haven't heard yet!

The skin surrounding the breasts is thin and sensitive. (PhotoXpress)

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Fact about breasts #1

Young female breasts consist of fat, milk glands and collagen. Milk glands and collagen are replaced by the fat as part of the aging process. But that doesn't mean that breasts become bigger, they only start to sag.

Fact about breasts #2

Women also have hairy breasts. There's around 15 long and straight pieces of hair, which can also be quite dark, growing around the nipples of every woman. The hair is not hard to control, either with depilation or scissors.

Fact about breasts #3

The skin surrounding the breasts is thin and sensitive and you have to use a quality moisturizing cream which makes the skin more firm.The skin around the nipples can become dry really quickly so you have to use a special moisturizing cream or olive oil.

Fact about breasts #4

Every woman's nipples are of different shape and size. They can also be inverted on the inside or in different directions.

Fact about breasts #5

Hormonal changes in the body have a great influence on breasts. After the period breasts are more smooth and therefore this is the most appropriate time for self-examination. In the middle of the cycle the nipples are very sensitive to touch, which is the consequence of a high level of estrogen in the body. During the period breasts can be swollen and painful because of a high level of progesterone.

Fact about breasts #6

The breast surgeons have performed 8,5 million cosmetic surgeries in 2010 and 17 percent of them were surgeries where breast implants were inserted.

Fact about breasts #7

A sensitive skin on the breasts can be sunburned even if you wear a bra or swimming suit in one piece. That's why it is always advisable to protect your breasts with a sun lotion.

Fact about breasts #8

The area under the breasts, especially if they are large and the skin under them is wrinkled, is very sensitive to various infections. It is advisable to protect the area with baby powder which prevents and absorbs the extra moisture caused by perspiration.

Fact about breasts #9

If you have breast implants, there's nothing to worry about: they won't burst if you sleep on the belly but it can happen that they change shape for some time.

Fact about breasts #10

During physical activity, e.g. aerobics or running, your breasts will jump up and down, which can be unpleasant or even painful. It is advisable to wear a sports bra that offers enough of support. Make sure you wash the bra regularly, otherwise an inflammation of the nipples could occur because of perspiration.