Help!! I have red bumps on my armpits after I shave... How do I get rid of them?

Question

Each time I shave, I get red bumps on my armpits... It looks like I didn't even shave. I use shaving gel and sharp razors each time... Please someone help!! Thanks!

Answer 1

It sounds like you have folliculitis. First off, use a single blade razor b/c you'll have less skin irritation. Shave before you go to bed b/c putting deodorant directly on shaved skin causes irritation. Rub some witch hazel or rubbing alcohol on your armpits w/ a cotton pad to help treat the existing bumps (once they're gone, you shouldn't need to do this). Switch deodorants. Don't use a solid b/c it also increases irritation(you have to rub hard to apply it). I like Secret's soft solids w/ Olay moisturizers. Do all of that and your red bumps should go away. If they don't, see a dermatologist b/c it could be indicative of a greater problem.

Answer 2

You need to let your armpit hair grow out a little before shaving again to give it time to heal. Then you need to start using those "Intuition" razors. They work great and leave hardly if any razor rash. Plus you can shave really fast with this razor. It's expensive and the refills are, too...but they're worth it. You shave so fast with this thing. No shaving cream or gel to use ever again. It has the stuff built into the razor, kinda like soap...you'll see. You can put diaper rash ointment under your arms until the bumps go away. Good luck...

Answer 3

Avoiding razor bumps is as simple as establishing good shaving habits. Here, how to shave so you aren't afflicted with ingrown hairs:

1. Begin with a soak. Allowing the hair you intend to shave to soak in water for a time (either in a bath or in the shower) causes the hair to become softer and more pliable. That translates to a hair that's easily cut with a razor blade and that doesn't have a sharp, jagged edge. Give your hair a good 10 minutes to soften before shaving.

2. Lather up well. Even the most diligent of us sometimes shave without shaving cream -- but for women prone to ingrown hairs, this is a no-no. Applying a lathering shave cream or gel to to-be-shaved hair further softens it, allowing it to be shorn more gently.

3. Shave in downward strokes. It may seem counterintuitive, but shaving with the growth grain of your hair instead of against it cuts the hairs at a softer angle, helping to prevent ingrowns. And try to avoid swiping an area more than once with a razor.

4. Finish with an antiseptic. If you know you're prone to ingrown hairs, consider smoothing a bump-minimizing antiseptic toner over tricky spots. These toners really work to prevent bumps from forming! The beauty world staple: Tend Skin.

Answer 4

I get them too. I recently did a little research and it said to make sure you use shaving cream and a clean-sharp razor. Also, try not to put deodorant on right after you shave. The longer you wait, the better. So if you shave at night, don't put deodorant on until the morning. And for your other question, I have only heard of "Hydro Cortisone Cream" which is an anti-itch cream. It can also be used for certain rashes. That's all I know.

Answer 5

Change your razor and use a gel cream. Try a man's razor, the kind with multiple blades and an aloe strip

Answer 6

Maybe, its a skin irritation from an allergic reaction from your shaving gel. If it becomes a rash, you might want to consult your doctor.

Answer 7

Hi there
it sounds like you might be shaving too close. try to put a lotion on afterwords and the use baby powder under your arm for while. try using more shaving cream.
sincerely,
Mysticways

Answer 8

TRY A DIFFERENT TYPE OF SHAVE GEL AND RAZOR THEY MIGHT BE THE CAUSE OF THE IRRITATION

Answer 9

Sounds like razor burn, you are pressing to hard on the razor

Answer 10

Try waxing instead. You are aggrivating the surface of your skin with the razor.