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Home remedies for razor burn

How do I get rid of razor burn along the bikini line?
( 4 Aug 2006)

 


Razor burn is the irritation of the skin caused by removal of hair from the body with a razor. Try these easy-to-do home remedies:

  • Do not expose your skin to direct sunlight or any other possible source of irritation, like perfumes, sea water, lotion and so on.
  • To hydrate and re-moisturize the skin, apply an alcohol-free after shave.


    Apply an alcohol-free antiseptic, if the burn persists.
  • Add powdered oatmeal to a warm bath and soak for fifteen minutes and have a dip.
  • Mash a few strawberries and add 1 tsp of sour cream to it. Apply and wash off after some time.
  • Dab the affected area with apple cider vinegar.
  • A moisturizer with an aloe base can be rubbed into the affected skin as it will help to reduce the redness and irritation and
  • The best home remedy for razor burns is to stop shaving for some time.


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http://www.home-remedies-for-you.com/askquestion/547/treatment-for-irritated-skin-and-bumps-from-shavin.html

answered by r k on 15 Dec 2006, 11:01:00

 

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