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How Can I Prevent Ingrown Pubic Hairs?

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proposes Do you wash your skin with mild soap before shaving and then apply shaving gel?

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Most common questions used to investigate

Do you wash your skin with mild soap before shaving and then apply shaving gel?

Do you use a sharp razor every time?

Do you shave in the direction of hair growth?

Do you avoid tightening your skin when shaving?

Do you avoid shaving too close?

Do you use as few strokes of the razor as possible, and rinse the razor after each stroke?

Do you use an exfoliating scrub to help release any trapped hairs?

Do you keep a cold compress on your skin after shaving to reduce irritation?

Have you tried any other hair removal method like an electric razor, hair removal cream or laser hair removal?

Common conclusions

Based on your answers, there are several other ways that can help you prevent ingrown pubic hairs. Before you start shaving, prepare the pubic area by washing your skin with mild soap and then applying shaving gel or some other product designed for sensitive areas. Do not use old razors, but use a sharp one every time. Some razors are specifically designed to reduce the risk of ingrown hairs, or you can use a razor with a single blade. Avoid shaving up close and do not tighten the skin during shaving. Use as few strokes of the razor as possible, and rinse the razor after each stroke.

Based on your answers, you know a lot about how to prevent ingrown pubic hairs. Always shave in the direction of hair growth. You can also use an exfoliating scrub to help release any trapped hairs. After shaving, you can apply a cool compress to reduce irritation. When finished, dry the pubic area thoroughly. You can also try to remove unwanted hair with the help of an electric razor or scissors, chemical hair removers or hair growth reduction cream. You may also consider laser hair removal, which is a long-term solution for ingrown hairs. Laser hair removal involves damage to the hair follicles, which prevents further hair growth.

References

MAYO CLINIC, Ingrown hair
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/ingrown-hair/symptoms-causes/syc-20373893
NHS, Ingrown hairs
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/ingrown-hairs/

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