Razor bumps are a common skin irritation that can occur after shaving or waxing. They are caused by ingrown hairs that develop when hair starts to grow back into the skin, rather than up and out. After shaving, waxing, or plucking, the hair may curl and turn inward. As the new skin cells grow over the hair, it becomes trapped and causes a bump to form. Here are some tips to prevent and treat razor bumps:
Prevention:
- Use a natural, non-lathering shave cream. The ingredients used to create lather in most shave creams are irritating to the skin.
- Shave in the direction of hair growth.
- Use a sharp razor and change the blade on a single-use razor every 5-7 shaves.
- Avoid shaving the affected area until any sores and bumps heal.
- Dont shave too closely to the skin.
- Use a lubricant, such as soap and water or shaving cream.
- Avoid shaving against the direction of your hair.
- Dont shave a single area too many times.
- Shave slowly and carefully.
- Use shaving products that dont irritate your skin.
Treatment:
- Apply a warm washcloth to the affected area.
- Use salicylic acid to exfoliate the skin.
- Apply a topical cream like cortisone to treat any related inflammation.
- Use a toner with ingredients like aloe, witch hazel, and willow bark to tackle inflammation and kill bacteria.
- Apply a moisturizing product immediately after shaving when the skin is still damp.
- Consult your doctor if the bumps develop signs of infection, such as welts and pustules.
Its important to note that if none of these measures help or if symptoms are severe, a person should contact a doctor[[1]](ht...
