Treating Razor Burn and Ingrown Hairs

The constant appearance of ingrown hairs, razor bumps and razor burn can make shaving a nuisance. However, the removal of unwanted hair seems to outweigh these troublesome skin problems.

So, what are we to do? There are a couple of ways to circumvent razor burn, bumps and ingrown hairs. This article will focus on razor burn and ingrown hairs as well as their treatment options.

Razor Burn

A very common side effect of shaving is razor burn. In men it is also known as barber’s rash. The main causes of razor burn are sensitive skin, dull razors and shaving without moistening the skin.

To deal with razor burn you have two options: treatment and prevention.

If you already have a case of razor burn, you should use products with natural ingredients like aloe vera and snail serum. These kinds of products will help alleviate and moisturize irritated skin.

To prevent razor burn skip the old, rusty razor and go for a new one. Use shaving lotion and warm water to prepare your skin before the shaving process. Also, try not to shaving the same area more than once. Once you are done shaving, remember to apply a toner (or after shave) that does not contain alcohol. This way you will help reduce the probability of developing a rash.

Ingrown Hairs and Razor Bumps

Ingrown hairs and razor bumps are technically the same thing. Sometimes when shaven hair grows in, it does not break through the skin and begins growing under the skin. Both ingrown hairs and razor bumps can be accompanied by itching, redness and swelling.

To diminish these effects, you may also want to try natural creams containing snail serum. Glycoconjugates found in snail serum lead to the regeneration of skin cells. They also contain natural antimicrobial peptides that eliminate infection.

Preventing razor bumps and ingrown hairs is a simple task and can help avoid bigger problems like infections or lesions. The prevention method depends on the hair removal technique.

If you use waxing as a hair removal technique, it is very important that the hair is of the adequate length before waxing. Usually 1/4″ is enough for the waxing process. To make sure that the wax adheres properly, remove any lotions or oils from your skin. If your hair is too slippery or short, the waxing process might lead to that are more prone to result in ingrown hairs.

If you are using a razor, prepare the area beforehand. As we mentioned before, use warm water on the area you are going to shave. Use shaving lotion will help soften the hair and avoid razor cuts and shaving in the same direction the hair grows, not against it will also help avoid ingrown hairs.

Problems caused by frequent shaving can be alleviated by using natural skin products based on snail serum like BIOSKINRELIEF. They are ideal for the treatment of razor burn and ingrown hair removal. While moisturizing the skin, they also help fight off infection that may be caused by razor burn or ingrown hairs.

- Judy Aulin