I always get red marks or irritation when I shave my armpits or private area. Any suggestions to prevent this? AND PLEASE....MATURE ANSWERS ONLY, thanks! :0)
2006-06-25 19:28:14 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Beauty & Style ➔ Skin & Body
Exfoliate (loofah or body scrub), use a moisturizing shaving gel/cream (try a few till you find the one you like), moisturize (baby oil or an unscented body lotion) after you get out of the shower/bath. Also try shaving in the direction of the hair growth not against it. If bumps do appear use aloe vera gel and cortisone to treat. And don't shave over the area multiple times. And never use a dull razor.
2006-06-25 20:20:57 · answer #1 · answered by deltazeta_mary 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well there are a few different reasons you may be getting irritated. Infection of the hair follicles, Irritation , and ingrown hairs.
The best way to shave is to shave with a new or sharp razor and shaving cream for sensitive skin, shave in one direction to limit the irritation, and do not apply allot of pressure. After you get done clean off with water, and let it air dry. Drying it with a towel will only irritate your skin, and possibly clog your pores. After it dries use rubbing alcohol a couple of times a day until the irritation goes down.
And yes it will itch but the Alcohol helps, and if you continue to shave that will go away as well.
2006-06-26 20:51:02 · answer #2 · answered by ak23boi 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For you arms..make sure that you are using the correct razor. Not the cheapest one...Use shaving cream.
Now for that bikini area..I would suggest a hair remover from a beauty supply store.
Some stores do sell to the public like...Sally's
Follow the directions..and don''t leave on over time aloud.
2006-06-25 19:42:55 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This will be mature. Always use a clean razor, often it is bacteria left from prior use that leads to irritation. Personally I use a good brand hair conditioner for my bikini area and have never had bumps or other irritation. And I have coarse hair.
2006-06-25 19:37:47 · answer #4 · answered by merlinsdragonfire 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with exfoliating before shaving..and for irritation you already have, Cortaid helps some.
2006-06-25 19:36:12 · answer #5 · answered by Nettie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They make Nair especially for your private area.
2006-06-25 19:31:46 · answer #6 · answered by jacksfullhouse 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
same thing happened to me. i just stopped shaving alltogether. my friends are used to it (some followed suit, actually) and my boyfriend loves the hair.
2006-06-25 20:11:14 · answer #7 · answered by butchkans 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you should exfoliate before shaving
2006-06-25 19:31:35 · answer #8 · answered by peony1418 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
grow it out long and then rip it out in big bloody clumps with your bare hands..
2006-06-25 19:33:05 · answer #9 · answered by Dan H 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
rub lemon on it. it actually works.
2006-06-25 19:41:01 · answer #10 · answered by flying peanuts 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋