How Can I Manage Ingrown Pubic Hairs?

Have you stopped shaving?

Do you use an electric razor or hair removal cream instead of a regular razor?

Do you apply warm compresses to the affected area?

Do you rub your face in a circular motion every day using a wet washcloth, an exfoliating scrub or a toothbrush with soft bristles to release ingrown hairs?

Do you avoid picking at or scratching ingrown hairs?

Do you avoid squeezing the razor bumps?

Do you use any OTC medications such as benzoyl peroxide cream or a non-greasy moisturizer or medication prescribed by your doctor?

Based on your answers, there are several other ways that can help you manage ingrown pubic hairs. In most cases, ingrown pubic hairs resolve on their own. You need to stop shaving for a while and allow your pubic hairs to grow. If you still do not want to have hair in the pubic area, you can remove them with an electric razor or hair removal cream. You can apply warm compresses on the affected area, which will alleviate your symptoms and speed up the healing process. You can also rub the affected area in a circular motion every day using a wet washcloth, to release ingrown hairs.

Based on your answers, you know a lot about how to manage ingrown pubic hairs. You should avoid picking at or scratching the ingrown hairs, or squeeze the razor bumps, in order to prevent scarring or infection. However, if the ingrown pubic hair becomes infected, the bumps can filled with pus and become painful. In that case, you must contact a doctor who will prescribe you medications that may include retinoids (drugs that help remove dead skin cells), creams to reduce inflammation or antibiotic ointment to control infection. If the infection is serious, your doctor may recommend that you use oral antibiotics.