Ingrown hairs can be both uncomfortable and embarrassing. Ingrown hairs are caused by hair that has become curled and grows backwards into your skin.
This causes a red bump to form which may be itchy and can easily become infected and need to be removed.
No one knows exactly what causes ingrown hairs and they can spring upon any part of the body.
You might be more prone to it if you have thicker curlier hair and regularly shave or wax as this can make ingrowing hairs worse.
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It’s really important to avoid infection so avoid picking the area or squeezing it. In most cases, ingrown hair will resolve itself within a few days but if you pick at it it could become infected and take longer to heal. If the area becomes infected be sure to keep it clean.
Regular exfoliation can help to prevent recurring ingrown hairs. Exfoliation will remove more dead skin and keep your hairs softer and less brittle. This means even if they curl around they will be unlikely to grow inwards as they won’t be strong.
If you have ingrown hairs it is important to avoid shaving and waxing. For some people, these can be a major trigger so in that instance we would recommend switching to a course of laser hair removal to treat the problem.
Laser hair removal means you can ditch the waxing and shaving permanently which will protect your skin again future ingrown hairs.
LightSheer Duet Laser Hair Removal– Laser Hair Removal is the safest most effective treatment for ingrown hair. It works by destroying your hair at the root which will reduce the number of hairs and so there will be fewer problems. Laser hair removal also slows down the growth cycle and makes the hair finer and less prone to becoming ingrown.
Ask about our laser hair removal packages today
We will be happy to discuss the best ways to treat your ingrown hair
