About 40 hours ago, I waxed my own underarm for the first time with my mom's waxing machine. I was rushed to get ready for my birthday dinner and so I decided to wax my underarms since it was awhile since they've been tended to. I did everything wrong! I did, however, apply a pre-wax liquid onto my armpit and a post-wax liquid after waxing.. but I waxed it with wax that wasn't completely warmed up, so I had to constantly apply, pull off, repeat and it has left my underarm red. I finally realized that it is bad news because it finally hit me that it will cause dark scarring. I'm really sad now and I don't know how to prevent any further damage than what I have already created. I did just apply some anti-irritant skin cooling gel on it.. but I fear it is too late. Please help! I don't know how to prevent the scarring or how to lighten it if it does. Does anyone else share the same pain or have any advice? I'm really sad and stupid.. =(
2006-12-10 06:08:15 · 1 answers · asked by A 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions
A lotion containing Vitamin E or vitamin E oil may help. It is supposed to be helpful in reducing the amount of scar tissue formed.
2006-12-10 07:37:06 · answer #1 · answered by Mad Roy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've shave with no cream since I grew underarm hair and I never had any problems. Shave in three different directions the growth under the arms varies. If youare shaving too hard you might cause irritation. It usually only takes one or two sweeps up, to the side and backwards to get rid of it. Also dont apply deodarnt for about 10 minutes after shaving to let the skin calm down a bit and heal up if it cuts, it might reduce the pain. If you have particularly thick underarm hair maybe waxing would be best, but I couldnt be bothered with that.
2016-03-13 05:25:48 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋