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Just like anything that’s unwanted, unwanted hair is also a problem. We’ve all had times when after the removal of unwanted hair, the skin turns red. A few days later, the irritated red skin gets back its color but at the same time also becomes bumpy. Closer inspection reveals ingrown hairs which seem like an absolute horror, especially when they occur on the face or intimate areas. Mostly, people who shave, come across this problem. Both men and women can have ingrown hairs. A great alternative for women is to switch to waxing. However, if you’d rather avoid the stickiness and the pain that’s associated with it, a little care during your shaving ritual can work wonders and help you get rid of ingrown hairs altogether.

When you decide to shave, never shave without preparing your skin for it. The skin is sensitive and blades can damage it. Therefore, it is advisable that prior to shaving, you use a scrub to remove any dead skin cells. Then rub a moisturizer so that the skin and the hair become soft. You may also shower instead or just use steam to soften the hard hair and prepare the skin for shaving. Do not use old blades when shaving. A lot of people have a habit of using the same razor blade for as many as twenty shaves. You should use a single razor blade for a maximum of six shaves, depending on the area that you are shaving. If your blade has started to rust, throw it away immediately and get yourself a new one. If your skin is very sensitive, it might simply not respond to shaving. Try changing the kind of blade you use. If this too doesn’t solve your problem, the best alternative is to switch to an electric razor. However, be sure to buy one that is of a good quality.

The technique you use while shaving is of real importance. Also, do not apply too much pressure or you may bruise yourself. Begin with lathering your skin so that the friction is least and the chances of tearing or damaging the skin are also diminished. Press the razor very gently against the skin and shave in long light strokes. Try to shave in the direction of the hair. Shaving in the opposite direction might lead the hair to become hard and broken. Also, do not shave over the same area too many times. When you do that, the skin gets irritated and you disturb the follicles causing the skin to grow over the hair.

answered by G M

Ingrown hairs are short hair shoots that appear on the surface of the skin despite using razors, waxing and other hair removal techniques. Ingrown hair or ingrowths are also known as razor bumps. Ingrown hair is usually caused due to hair trapped inside the follicles or due to hair growing sideways back into the skin. This is an unfavorable situation for men and women alike. Ingrown hairs can also be due to shaving. Leaving short sharp edges after shaving cause the hair to curl back sideways into the skin creating razor bumps. Ingrown hairs can cause swelling, itchiness and pain. Men are most likely to have razor bumps around the beard and neck while women who tend to shave legs, arms and armpits are also likely to sport razor bumps. Ingrown hair can create skin complications as new hair can get trapped under the ingrown hair making an unsightly bump on the surface of the skin.

Men and women can avoid razor bumps by exercising caution while shaving and using proper shaving techniques. Some suggested methods men and women can use to avoid razor bumps are: ideally use electric razors, wash the skin before shaving, use a shave gel instead of foam, most importantly shave in the same direction as the growth of the hair and shave in the same direction always and avoid repeatedly shaving the same area. It is important to acknowledge the fact that you cannot use the razor haphazardly; there is a method to the madness. If using the razor or razor techniques seem to tie you down then it is best to try waxing or hair removing creams to get rid of unwanted hair.

Home remedies are best suited to treat mild to moderate conditions. Infections or severe itching will require medical attention. Applying a solution of water and salt in equal quantities is known to exfoliate and cleanse the skin. It is simple and easy to treat the affected area by gently applying the solution with a cotton ball. This method reduces chances of infection and helps remove the ingrown hair but it is advisable to discontinue if pain or irritation persists or if used in combination with other applications. Another effective treatment is applying Aloe Vera gel with tea tree essential oil to reduce itchy sensation. Pureed cucumber added to frozen or cold milk applied to the affected area can reduce irritation and pain. Sugar scrubs can be effective to straighten curled hair out of the skin. A sugar scrub can be prepared with white can sugar, olive or jojoba oil and tea tree or lavender essential oils. This mixture can be applied to the skin to release the hair trapped within the follicle. Olive and jojoba oil have moisturizing properties that enable the skin to release the hair. Antiseptic properties in tea tree oil wards off infection while lavender oil prevents inflammation and redness.

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