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Not enough exfoliation before and after hair removal causes hairs to become ingrown. Daily exfoliation prevents the accumulation of excess skin, which can allow hair to properly grow above the skin. Preventative tools include chemical exfoliation: coffee scrub, liquids, creams or physical
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Other treatments include putting a warm washcloth over the ingrown hair, shaving in a different direction, exfoliating with facial scrubs, brushes, sponges, towels, salves, or creams containing acids, and
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There are different products that prevent or cure ingrown hairs. Some are alcohol-based, while others are alcohol-free. For some, alcohol can cause skin irritation and thus alcohol-free products may be
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Symptoms include rash, itching skin, and hair that remains in spite of shaving. The site of the ingrown hair forms a reddish, raised bump, similar in appearance to a
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When shaving, a few precautions can be taken to prevent ingrown hairs. When shaving, applying the proper amount of lubrication (in the form of
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exfoliation: gloves, loofah, or an ingrown hair prevention brush with the soft and firm bristles.
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Alternatively, ingrown hair can be prevented by removing the hair permanently, e.g. by
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at the lowest setting (1.0 or 0.5 mm) instead of shaving is an effective alternative.
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solution is also a common remedy for ingrown hairs caused by waxing or shaving.
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Use an exfoliating glove in the shower and exfoliate the area every day.
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Some people who chronically get ingrown hairs use laser treatment or
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for several days or weeks is effective in treating ingrown hairs.
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The many different treatments are available for ingrown hairs:
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Index


Specialty
Dermatology
Complications
boil
hair
skin
hair follicle
folliculitis
pseudofolliculitis barbae
beard
legs
pubic region
exfoliation
pimple
shaving cream
dermis
beard trimmer
laser hair removal
hair removal through electrolysis
tweezers
electrolysis
Prophylactic
topical
glycolic acid
benzoyl peroxide
salicylic acid
ibuprofen
nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
Hair splinter

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