Hair removal on the body for every woman has long been a familiar thing in personal care. And if only a couple of decades ago no one paid attention to the hairs on their legs, now it is simply unacceptable. Moreover, not only ladies' legs are processed, the armpit zone and bikini area are no exception.
Beauty requires sacrifice
And on what kind of sacrifices the fair sex does not go, if only to comply with fashion trends and standards of beauty. And if in this case, removing unwanted hair is not at all a problem, although this is not always a pleasant activity, then ingrown hair, which may eventually appear, is a very undesirable consequence. The problem becomes especially acute in the bikini zone. And the point here is not only in aesthetic beauty, although this point is also important, but in pain when touching the affected areas. The groin, dotted with small painful pustules, which cause piercing pain with any contact, is not only a terrible sight, but also real stress, both physical and psycho-emotional in nature. This problem can occur in all people, regardless of gender. However, due to the fact that men's hair is much tougher and thicker, it is easier for them to break through the skin to the outside. Therefore, this phenomenon is more concerned with the beautiful half of humanity, which is trying to achieve perfection in caring for its body.
Unpleasant consequences
But this is not all, because in addition to the fact that after shaving or hair removal, places where hair has grown are found, microcracks of the skin and allergic rashes can also appear, which appear as a protective reaction to external exposure. And although the latter do not annoy so much, and it is much easier to deal with them, it is necessary to prevent their appearance and preserve the integrity and health of the skin. It is for this that it is necessary to deal with the root cause of such undesirable consequences through their treatment and prevention.
Causes of Ingrown Hair
Why does hair grow after hair removal, and how does it happen? For various reasons, the hair after removal can change the direction of its growth, as a result of which it rushes not vertically upwards, but into the skin. This phenomenon can be observed anywhere after the root hair removal procedure, which is carried out by an electric epilator or wax.
One of the main reasons is the inexperience and incompetence of the master who performed the procedure for eliminating unwanted hair. But, as you know, most girls carry out depilation on their own at home. It is ignorance of how to properly do this procedure that leads to the appearance of such an unpleasant phenomenon as ingrown hair.
How do they look? At first glance, this is an ordinary pimple, very painful, sometimes even purulent, which appears some time after depilation. And immediately you can not even guess that such inflammation appeared from the fact that the hair had grown.
Ways to solve the problem
First of all, I must say that this problem will not go away by itself, and removal of ingrown hair is necessary. And there are two options for solving the problem: contact a cosmetologist or cope on your own. With the first, everything is clear: you need to allocate a certain amount of money and make an appointment with a specialist, where the laser removal method is most often used. But if you decide to open the ingrown hair with your own hands, then you need to remember the main rule - compliance with sterility with any method of removal at home. It is especially important not to neglect it during manipulations in the bikini area. Ingrown hair in this delicate place is very annoying, and although you need to remove it immediately, the rush here is completely inappropriate, the procedure must be carried out very carefully and carefully. Such emergency measures are used by most women, but it is possible to act not so radically. Although it all depends on the situation and stage of the inflammatory process.
How to remove ingrown hair at home?
How to get rid of ingrown hair, and what is the essence of their removal? First, the skin is steamed in a hot bath, preferably with the addition of sea salt or essential oils. This is done in order to open the pores well. You should also use some kind of exfoliating agent for the body to cleanse the skin of dead cells. After the hygienic procedure, the area of the skin with ingrown hair is wiped with alcohol tincture of calendula. With a thin needle treated with alcohol, a pimple is pierced and a hair is poked so that it can be grasped with tweezers, which are also treated with an antiseptic. After extracting the hair, the inflamed area of the skin should be wiped with the same tincture.
To prevent the recurrence of this problem, you need to wait at least a week with depilation, so that the wound heals well. In no case should you squeeze out such a pimple or open it with non-alcohol-treated tools, this can lead to serious consequences. After all, it is so possible to introduce an infection into the skin, which will lead to an increase in the area of inflammation.
How to treat ingrown hair on the legs ?
About how to deal with ingrown hair in ways that are more gentle on the skin, tell the so-called folk remedies, for the manufacture of which will not require large financial costs. Here are the most common ones:
1. Equal parts of glycerin and aspirin are mixed and applied to the affected area for a couple of hours. This mixture will soften the skin, making it easier to remove hair.
2. Salicylic ointment will help get rid of a phenomenon such as stains from ingrown hair.
3. Glycerin and aspirin are diluted in equal proportions with hydrogen peroxide to the consistency of the cream, after which the mixture is applied for 15 minutes to the pimple with a hair. Such a composition will help the speedy healing of the wound. In addition, using this composition regularly before depilation, you can protect yourself from the appearance of microcracks on the skin.
4. To combat this phenomenon, you can use the cream for ingrown hair, which is sold in a pharmacy or on the shelves of cosmetic stores. In fact, this is a drug, and it is necessary to resort to its use only with suppuration.
5. Bodyagi powder is diluted with hydrogen peroxide and applied to the ingrown hair for 10-15 minutes five days in a row, each time after removing the composition moisturize the skin with baby cream or olive oil. This tool also helps with microcracks and spots after removing hairs.
6. Exfoliating procedures will be a good remedy for combating ingrown hair; scrubs with fruit and glycolic acids are used for them , the constant use of which will prevent the appearance of such undesirable consequences.
How to treat ingrown hair in the bikini area?
Such an unpleasant phenomenon can appear not only on the legs. Ingrown hair can also appear in the armpits. And such a circumstance should not be left to chance, since it itself will not pass. But the most delicate problem becomes if the hair is grown in the bikini area. Here we need the most “gentle” and effective methods. Here are some of them:
- One of the most affordable means that can help in the fight is aspirin. One tablet of this preparation is kneaded into the pulp, adding a little water, and applied to the affected areas of the skin. This tool will burn the skin a little, you need to keep it for half an hour. After which they are washed off with warm water. By the same principle, toothpowder or toothpaste can be used.
- The problem can also be solved with the help of olive oil, which gently wipe the inflamed skin, after which it is massaged for one minute with ordinary sugar.
- Using a rough washcloth in the bikini area in the shower will exfoliate dead cells just as well as a scrub. Thanks to this procedure, the skin will become softer, which will make it easier for the hair to find the way out.
- Thorough and systematic hydration after hygiene procedures will guard the onset of inflammation. It is especially good if, in addition to it, you use some kind of antiseptic, which will also act against ingrown hair. A lotion or cream with camomile would be ideal.
How to prevent a problem
What to do if hair has grown is already clear, but how to prevent and prevent the occurrence of such consequences? First of all, you need to properly care for the skin. Namely, there should be daily cleansing and systematic hydration. Secondly, when removing unwanted hair, you must follow the basic rules for depilation.
Shaving Rules
- Before the procedure, the skin must be steamed, taking a hot bath or applying a towel dipped in hot water to the treated area.
- The use of special gels and all kinds of mousses is mandatory when shaving with a machine. In no case should you use shower gel and even more soaps. Otherwise, the skin will be injured.
- To avoid allergic reactions, it is best to use a disposable razor. It is the new safe machine that will glide well over the skin and “mow” all unnecessary hairline.
- Using a razor, you can not make movements against hair growth, this will adversely affect their root and completely change the direction of growth.
- After the procedure, it is necessary to treat the skin with an antiseptic and moisturize it. To do this, you can use any after shave or baby cream with calendula and chamomile.
Rules for using the epilator
In order not to encounter the problem of ingrown hair, you should properly care for your body. The obligatory procedures mentioned above will become the key to healthy skin. This is especially important when the hairs are removed with the root. So:
- The first and most important rule is dry skin when using the device;
- the second is hydration after the procedure.
Other preventive methods
For those women who, after depilation in the bikini area, ingrown hair has become a constant and non-treatable folk remedy problem, you need to think about changing the method of hair removal. In some cases, just such a radical decision can be saving. Specially designed series of cosmetics can also come to the rescue, which are designed not only to help with the removal of unwanted hair, but also to greatly facilitate the recovery period of the skin itself after such stress. It can be creams, gels, scrubs and sprays, the compositions of which allow use even in the most delicate places. Before acquiring such products, it is better to consult a specialist in a cosmetology office who can really assess the level of complexity of the situation and recommend an effective solution.
What kind of hair removal contribute to ingrown hair?
Most cosmetologists agree that the matter is not in the method at all, but in the process itself. You can use a razor, wax or epilator and never run into a similar problem. However, this can only be so if the depilation is carried out correctly. Unfortunately, not all girls know at what angle it is necessary to remove hair with a bulb or how to properly shave it. In the beauty salon, the situation is completely different, and such procedures are carried out by specially trained people. Of course, not all ladies are able to venture on such manipulations with the participation of albeit professionals, but still strangers. And the service itself is not at all cheap. That is why most women try to adapt to do these cosmetic manipulations on their own at home. This means that every woman should know how to properly remove hair in the bikini zone in order to protect herself from such a delicate and very painful problem as ingrown hair.
How often should hair removal be done?
Experts advise to resort to hair removal no more than 2-3 times a week, and regardless of whether it is a bikini, groin or legs. Otherwise, the hair will become coarser and worse to remove. It is also worth noting that it is undesirable to use an electroepilator in the bikini area, as it is very traumatic for delicate skin, which can lead to severe irritations and allergic reactions. And most importantly, so that the hair does not grow so fast, you can try a special tool that slows their growth, then the period between depilation procedures will become much longer, which, in turn, will have a beneficial effect on the skin in the bikini area and keep the hair as thin.