I was wondering whats the best way to get rid of ingrowns or hair altogether to prevent this problem from happening again? Would Nair or Nads work?
2007-09-18 21:10:49 · 7 answers · asked by bob d 2 in Beauty & Style ➔ Skin & Body ➔ Other - Skin & Body
To prevent ingrown hair when shaving
Shave after the hair has been wet for at least 5 minutes. Hair that is wet and full of moisture can be cut easily. Hair that is not well saturated can be very strong and tough. As the razor passes over, the hair is pulled up from the follicle. After it is cut it retracts below the skin surface with the resultant risk of it growing into surrounding tissue.
Shave in the direction of the hair growth. Cutting with the grain not against it will prevent hair being cut too short.
Prevent ingrown hairs by avoiding repeat strokes over the same area. Repeated strokes can also result in hair being cut too short.
Shave with the skin in a relaxed condition. Do not stretch the skin too taught. A little pressure may be necessary but excessive stretching can again result in hair being cut too short.
Use Tea Tree Oil twice a day in conjunction with a loofah bath or shower. Tea Tree Oil has a bacterial ability to kill infection and prevent pustules forming. (Avoid the eye area)
To prevent ingrown hair when waxing
To pull out the hair cleanly without breaking it follow these recommendations: Apply a thin layer of wax in the direction of the hair growth, preferably holding the spatula or tongue depresser at a 45 degree angle as you spread the wax.
When applying the cotton strip over the wax, rub in the same direction as the hair growth leaving about 1/3 of the strip free to allow for a firm grip for a fast back pulling action.
Pull the skin taut before pulling the cotton strip away.
Pull back with a rapid movement close to the skin. Do not pull up or out, rather pull back.
One fast, smooth, pull back is much more effective than a series of light pulls which only increase the pain and leave patchy areas.
After 24-48 hours exfoliate the skin (with a Loofah sponge for example) to prevent the dead skin from accumulating in areas that can become ingrown such as the bikini line, upper thighs, underarms and calves.
Prevent ingrown hairs by not wearing tight clothing over freshly waxed areas to minimize the risk of irritation and ingrown hairs.
2007-09-18 21:18:31 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The places where the hair comes through the skin are being plugged, and the hair can't come through so it becomes ingrown. You need to scrub your legs daily with a good antibacterial soap. After you have dried them, rub them down with rubbing alcohol. You should see good results in about 3 days.
2007-09-18 21:20:54 · answer #2 · answered by sparks 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ingrown hair is caused when the hair curls and grows back into the pore i suggest shaving with a three or 4 blade razor everytime make sure u pluck out the ingrown it will hurt like hell but it will alow a new one to grow in then put neosprian on it so it dont get infected hope that helps-Aaron
2007-09-20 10:41:16 · answer #3 · answered by Aaron B 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You need to exfoliate regularly to remove dead skin cells. Nutrimetics have body exfoliants to use in the bath or shower that are scented lovely things like fruit or flowers. I'm sure most skin care brands sell body exfoliating gels.
2007-09-18 21:15:35 · answer #4 · answered by Sammc670 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was into bike racing for years.
I stopped shaving my legs just recently because my mates said it made them feel a bit gay hanging out with me.
(Not that there's anything wrong etc etc etc)
I said well, ok, to calm your nerves, I'll repaint *the pink dink* (my bike) do away with the handlebar streamers AND the clatter-spoke thingy.
They said Danny, you haven't been ON that bike for YEARS, so you could at least lose the spandex short-shorts.
So if you're in need, you can have my super pack of Nads. (and short-shorts)
Danny.
(spider-legs)
.
2007-09-18 21:27:23 · answer #5 · answered by Danny Dix 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Exfoliate!
2007-09-18 21:15:03 · answer #6 · answered by Sal*UK 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
PLEASE LEAVE THOSE HAIR ON YOUR LEG ALONE BECAUSE THEY STOP BLOCKAGE OR OTHERWISE YOU COULD GET PIMPLE ON YOUR LEGS.
BY THE WAY, SEE A GOVERNMENT DOCTOR AND GET SOME CREAM TO RUB ON BOTH LEGS.
WHEN ONE LEG IS CURED THE OTHER LEG START.
THE RIGHT BRAIN IS CONNECTED TO THE LEFT LEG AND THE LEFT BRAIN IS CONNECTED TO THE RIGHT BRAIN.
STILL ALL NERVE GOES TO YOUR BRAIN AND ALL BLOOD GOES TO YOUR HEART.
THEY ARE PLAYING GAMES WITH US.
WE MUST OUTWIT THEM.
FINNALY IT IS NOT WISE TO REMOVE ALL THE HAIR ON YOUR BODY BECAUSE GOD MUST HAVE SOME REASONS FOR GIVING IT TO US.I
2007-09-18 21:26:44 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋