Redness, inflammation, itching, swelling - withMany women are familiar with the problem of ingrown hairs on their legs firsthand. Most often, such trouble occurs due to improper handling of epilators, waxes, razors, depilatory creams, etc. Such individuals should first learn how to properly work with devices and means for hair removal, so as not to risk their health in the future.
Epilation and depilation: what girls should know about
- Preparatory stage
Ten to twenty minutes before epilation (depilation)take a warm bath, shower or apply hot compresses. Remember, no matter what method of fighting leg hair you choose, it is much easier to remove hair from steamed, clean and degreased skin. In addition, in the modern world, no one has canceled the observance of basic hygiene rules. Some epilators come with a special peeling attachment. This device should be used constantly before the procedure. It helps remove keratinized particles of the epidermis, which prevent the hair shaft from growing normally, and lifts the hair above the surface, making it easier for you to pluck or cut off hair on your body. You can achieve the same effect with a regular scrub. The only thing is to always observe a sense of proportion. Do not rub the skin hard, as mechanical action will cause severe irritation on the body.
- We fight vegetation with a razor
If you use a hair removal product to remove body hair,razor, then, of course, you are familiar with the three basic rules. You need to adhere to them constantly, even if you are lazy, have no time or are limited in finances. Rule number one: cleanliness and freshness - above all Firstly, always use only new (still sharp) blades, and not two-year-old ones, which you shaved with in your first year of university. The problem of ingrown hairs is most often faced by representatives of the fair sex, saving on this detail. Either they think that the razor never gets dull, or the girls enjoy plucking, not cutting hair, but the fact remains - almost every second girl forgets to change the cartridges at least once a month. As for disposable razors, in this case the name speaks for itself. Therefore, you should not use them two, three or even four times. Remember once and for all, a dull blade seriously injures the skin. And if in winter red spots on the legs are not visible, then in summer it is not only unsightly, but also dangerous. In the heat, when the human sebaceous glands work at double capacity, sweat gets into microcracks, which leads to irritation, burning and rash. Reusable razors are used until the indicator strip becomes lighter. After each use, rinse the blades under running water (preferably very hot) so that no hairs or skin particles remain on them. Otherwise, bacteria or fungus will begin to multiply in a humid environment. And the next time you start depilation, all the dirt will get into your body through cuts and cracks. Rule number two: do not use force The movements of the razor should be smooth, light, in the direction of hair growth. The blade should barely touch the surface, otherwise you will cut off the upper layers of the epidermis. If scars appear on the legs, it will be difficult for the shaft to grow through the rough skin. Rule three: take care of your legs after epilation After you finish shaving your legs, don't forget to moisturize the skin with a special cream that does not contain alcohol or other aggressive components. If you don't have one, use regular baby cream. Please note that steaming the skin after the procedure is not recommended.
Growth - why is this happening?
The thing is that shaved with a razor, pulled outan epilator or a hair torn off with wax becomes thinner and weaker, so it is much more difficult for it to grow out. After five to six days, the hair shaft begins to bend inward, as a result of which the skin turns red, becomes inflamed, and the hair follicle itself becomes purulent. By the way, those who got rid of it with the help of piercing or cutting objects may eventually notice a small pigment spot in this place.
Ingrown hair: fighting with a problem at home
In fact, getting rid of ingrown hairs is notas simple as it seems at first glance. Firstly, inflamed skin is especially sensitive to mechanical impacts, secondly, there is a risk of being left with scratches, which over time can turn into scars. And, thirdly, it is unlikely that girls will be comfortable walking down the street in the summer with plasters.
What not to do with ingrown hair on the body
So, if you find ingrown toenails on your feethair, do not rush to panic. To begin with, give up epilation and shaving for a while, as this can injure already damaged skin. And under no circumstances use a needle, alcohol or tweezers! No matter how you disinfect the problem area and instruments, the risk of infection in this case is quite high. However, despite such warnings from cosmetologists and doctors, women continue to do everything the old-fashioned way. As a result of such "handicrafts", the inflamed area begins to fester and after a while such extreme sports cannot do without the help of a surgeon. But this does not mean that you should sit and wait for the lazy hair to want to crawl out, since such a miracle may never happen. Step-by-step instructions
- Peeling
If the inflammation is not severe and you can freelytouch the area where the hair has grown in, try doing a light peeling with a regular cosmetic scrub. You can either buy it in a store or make it yourself from ground coffee beans and pomegranate. This procedure should be done twice a day - in the morning and in the evening. This will help get rid of the keratinized particles that prevent the hair shaft from growing through the skin upward. By the way, it is recommended to cleanse the body a day or two before epilation to avoid ingrown hairs in the future.
- Remedy for rash
With very inflamed skin and pustules like thisthe trick will not work, as friction will only worsen the already unpleasant situation. In this case, it is recommended to apply a product to the problem area that is used for acne. Cream, toner, mask - all this will help reduce pain, reduce the area of redness, and speed up healing. The skin should be lubricated several times a day until the problem is eliminated.
- Steaming
Getting rid of ingrown hairs on your legs is much easiermore difficult if it happened deep enough under the skin. Try making hot compresses from decoctions of chamomile, yarrow and oak bark. Pour boiling water over the herbs, leave for a quarter of an hour so that they brew, and the water cools to the desired temperature, comfortable for compresses. Take a small soft towel, wet it and apply it to the problem area. After a few minutes, as soon as the fabric becomes cool, repeat the procedure again. Usually two or three times are enough for the hair to come through the steamed skin on the legs. If this does not happen, you should seek help from a cosmetologist, since, unfortunately, you will not be able to cope on your own. In addition, it may turn out that the redness and inflammation on the body arose for a completely different reason.
- A solution of salt
Mix half a glass of coarse sea salt with twoteaspoons of essential oil (orange, rose or lavender) and moisturizer. It should be a thick mass. This product is applied to the skin and rubbed in thoroughly. After five minutes, wash off the scrub with plenty of cool water, then dry the skin thoroughly with a towel and apply a healing solution. To do this, dilute one hundred grams of salicylic alcohol with fifty grams of calendula tincture. Once the product is absorbed, lubricate the damaged areas with baby cream or oil.
- Aspirin
You can also get rid of ingrown hairs bywith the help of two aspirin tablets and one hundred milliliters of purified water. The resulting solution should be used to wipe the skin immediately after removing body hair. It will relieve inflammation, irritation, and provide some pain relief. If you take this advice into account, you will never encounter such a problem again. To pull out the rod, mix aspirin with glycerin and apply the paste to the inflamed area for at least one and a half to two hours. As soon as the head appears above the surface, carefully remove the ingrown hair with tweezers. But never pick it out with pins or needles. Do not forget to wipe the treated area with a disinfectant.
- Water and hydrogen peroxide
Mix these two ingredients in equal parts.proportions and apply the resulting mixture to the damaged areas for about fifteen minutes. Please note that burning and tingling may occur during the procedure! There is nothing to worry about, but if you feel pain, immediately wash off the product with plenty of water. After the procedure, lubricate your legs with a moisturizing or nourishing baby cream to soften the skin. Thanks to such procedures, you can get rid of ingrown hairs in just one or two days, while there will be no wounds, redness, swelling or inflammation left on your body. Be careful, as the mixture of bodyagi and peroxide cannot be kept on your body for too long. In this case, the usual rule that the longer you wear the mask, the better, does not work. By the way, after using this marsh plant, hair growth accelerates, and if you are not interested in shaving your legs every day, then you should not experiment with the time and amount of ingredients.
We get rid of ingrown hairs in the cabin
- Electrolysis
This method allows you to painlessly eliminatethis problem on any skin area without resorting to surgical interventions. This procedure is relatively inexpensive, but the positive effect will be visible immediately. However, in especially advanced cases, when the ingrown hair has begun to rot, electrolysis will no longer help.
- Ointments and Creams
Some beauty salons offer clientscombat the consequences of unsuccessful hair removal with the help of special sprays, gels, creams and similar cosmetic products. In the future, you can buy the product at a pharmacy or in the same establishment to use it every time such a problem arises.
- Laser Hair Removal
With the help of a laser, deeply ingrown hairs can be removedhairs that will not come out without outside help. It is recommended to contact a specialist immediately after you have discovered the problem, without waiting for the inflammation to increase. In addition, thanks to the laser, you will avoid skin pigmentation. We recommend reading: