Ingrown hairs have grown back into the skin. This often creates an inflamed red bump or dot that may itch or cause pain. An ingrown hair may also become infected, forming a pimple-like wound.
Ingrown hairs can be more common in people with coarse or curly hair. They may also be likelier to occur when the hairs are very short, such as after waxing, shaving, or tweezing. Ingrown hairs occur more frequently in areas that experience a lot of friction.
To remove an ingrown hair safely:
- Wash the area with mild soap and warm water. If the area is not irritated, gently exfoliate it.
- Apply a warm, wet washcloth over the ingrown hair. This can help open the follicle and allow it to drain.
- Hold the washcloth in place for 1 minute, then remove it.
- Using a sterilized needle or tweezers, gently tease out the rest of the hair.
- When the entire hair is above the surface of the skin, use the tweezers to grab its base. Pull firmly upward to remove the hair.
- Wash the area again with warm, soapy water, and apply a warm washcloth if needed to help soothe any irritation.
Do not try to pick out an ingrown hair that is under the skin. This can lead to infection. It may also push the hair deeper into the skin, increasing the time it takes to heal.
Use the following methods to help prevent ingrown hairs:
Try a dry brush
Dry brushing is a way to get rid of dead skin cells. Brushing the skin with a firm, long-bristled brush in a circular motion can gently scrape away the outer layer of dead skin cells, revealing softer skin underneath.
Removing this layer can also keep the pores and follicles clear and prevent hairs from growing inward.
Use shaving cream or gel
Shaving cream adds moisture and reduces friction when the razor glides over the skin.
Too much friction can result in irritation and inflammation. It may also cause razor burn, in which the skin becomes bumpy, red, and sometimes painful. By reducing friction, shaving cream reduces the risk of irritation.
The type of shaving cream can also make a difference. Sensitive skin may react to ingredients in some creams.
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