Have you ever wondered what you're doing wrong with shaving?It's not like rocket science!You can become a rocket scientist in a matter of days if you make a few small adjustments to your routine.The first step is below.
Step 1: Try to remove dead skin.
A cluster of ingrown hairs is what you're dealing with.They may look like they have a problem, but they are not.Try to get rid of the problem.The hairs may be freed from their derma-prison if that rubs off the top layer of skin.Make sure you know what you're dealing with.If you can see the hair, they are razor bumps.If pus has formed on top, they may look like whiteheads.
Step 2: If that doesn't work, use another substance.
Since we're dealing with ingrown hairs here, you have to remove that layer of skin on top.Salicylic and glycolic acid can do that.When this stuff is applied to your skin, the dead skin cells will be shed more quickly.It will speed up the process because it won't expose the ingrown hair.
Step 3: If that doesn't work, you can use a needle or a medical device.
Make sure the needle is clean.Rub alcohol on it if it's not brand new.It's a good idea to put it in the top of the bump and then use your tweezers.The next hair may be ingrown if youplucked it straight off.This needs to be done with care.It can cause damage to the skin and result in scarring.It was almost as bad as the bumps themselves.
Step 4: Don't shave.
This seems logical to you.shaving more will only make the problem worse because shaving is how you got the bumps in the first place.If you can, don't do that.If there is a no-facial-hair requirement, you can get a doctor's note to get around it.
Step 5: Don't buy products with alcohol.
It irritates and burns your skin, dries it up, and leaves it worse for wear.It's a recipe for disaster if you have razor bumps.You should toss out your normal lotion if it has it.Before using a needle, you should cleanse the area with alcohol.You should only use rubbing alcohol.
Step 6: Use products that have lidocaine or bacitracin.
There are many products that have lidocaine in them.That ingredient prevents itching and irritation.Neosporin is a product that is used to killbacteria.You don't need an explanation as to why these two things are beneficial.On bumps and unaffected skin, these products can be used.Treatments and preventative measures are good.
Step 7: Don't try to scratch.
If you do, the razor bumps could become infections.You're mixing it with the stuff on your hands and spreading it around.Staying away from your face is the best bet.
Step 8: Two times a day, scrub your face with a facial cleanser or a brush.
The battle of razor bumps involves keeping your face clean.It's important to keep the top-most layer of your skin fresh.Warm water can be used to loosen the hairs and shave off the bumps.Cold hair tightens up your skin and won't do you any good.
Step 9: The anti-razor bumps cream can be applied.
In the morning and at night.All the products on the market should be of the same quality.A quick visit to your local drugstore is all you need.If you want to look for something that is already in your bathroom cabinet, a hydrocortisone cream or other antibacterial cream can help.It works as well.
Step 10: You can shave with the grain.
It may seem like shaving against the grain will result in a closer shave, but it will keep the hairs aligned.The hairs are less likely to become ingrown if they are aligned.
Step 11: It's a good idea to use the right one.
Don't use alcohol or chemicals on the shaved area.It's best to use non-perfumed, no-alcohol substances because your skin is sensitive at this point.If you have doubts, read the label.You should go for one that is super hydrating.To make sure the skin doesn't get irritated, choose an alcohol, fragrance and oil-free lotion.According to the Department of the Langone Medical Center, products that contain salicylic or glycolic acid are the most effective in treating razor bumps.These ingredients prevent infections.
Step 12: Consider laser treatment.
There are more permanent ways out if desperate times call for it.You can get more advice from a registered, experienced dermatologist.Laser hair removal may not be as expensive as you think, depending on your hair type and how much hair you want removed.A session for the neck could be as little as $150.It might be worth looking into.
Step 13: It's best to Exfoliate all of the time.
Exfoliating prior to shaving should be part of your shaving routine.The first step is to align the hairs and get rid of dead skin cells to make way for a more even cut and then the second step wipes the dirt off of the skin.If you already have razor bumps, exfoliating will expose the hair that is curled up underneath the dead skin cells.The quicker this process is completed, the better.
Step 14: The redness and itch can be fought with creams and lotions.
It's a good idea to finish off your shave with a moisturizers.Any non-perfumed lotion or baby oil will do.If you want to treat razor bumps, consider using an anti-Inflammatory cream.Products that reduce redness and itch include hydrocortisone, retin-A, and Neosporin.If you want to get rid of ingrown hair, use products with salicylic acid or glycolic acid.
Step 15: Don't shave or change to waxing.
).Some people have very sensitive skin.If you want to be hairless, switch to waxing.Take the pain with a grain of salt because waxing can lead to ingrown hairs.Not to shave is the other option.Not an option.Is it better to have some hair growing in or little red bumps?Right now it's either one or the other.If you shave frequently, try skipping a few days between shaves.You will live.
Step 16: Wear loose underwear.
When you have a case of the bumps, you want to avoid as many possible irritants as possible, and tight clothing is at the top of that list.If you wear tight undies, your skin doesn't breathe and as a result, the skin gets trapped and the problems get worse.No thank you!If you can, go for loose clothing as well.The bumps around your thighs won't benefit from wearing tight jeans or leggings.It's not their business to ask why you're wearing sweats.You can tell them you're running an experiment.You will keep them posted when you know the results are not conclusive.
Step 17: You can make a home remedy.
If you can't find creams or gas in your car, look for alternatives in the kitchen.There are treatments to prove that razor bumps are real.You can make a mask out of cucumber and milk.Apply it to the area and then rinse it off.The redness should be reduced.Allow the bumps to sit for 20 minutes.After that, rinse off thoroughly.It should cure the redness and shrink the bumps.
Step 18: It will reduce the itch and swelling of the razor burn if you crush up some asprin with some water.
The asprin has small amounts of salicylic acid in it.