Depilation with a razor is still one of the most popular ways to remove unwanted hair on the body. But most women are constantly confronted with such a characteristic for this technique problem, like after shave irritation. Especially unpleasant is this symptom on the sensitive skin, as it provokes the ingrowth of hair and rashes, sometimes - with the release of purulent exudate.
How to remove irritation on the skin after shaving?
There are several effective methods for eliminating the described trouble. They can be divided into the following groups:
- means with antiseptic action;
- local drugs with antibiotics and corticosteroid hormones;
- peels based on acids;
- hygienic cosmetics with intensive moisturizing and soothing effect;
- herbal medicinal herbs.
Let's consider each method in detail.
Strong post-shave bikini irritation
Women face this problem most often, especially in the warm season and during the beach season. The need to remove hair every day, as a rule, leads to severe irritation, redness, swelling and the appearance of pimples, abscesses.
For quick elimination of symptoms it is recommended:
- Disinfection of treated areas with alcohol solution or other antiseptic, for example, Chloksidin, hydrogen peroxide, manganese solution. Also a mixture of 2-3 table spoons of cosmetic glycerin with 2-3 tablets (ground) of Aspirin.
- Application of local antibiotics to the irritated skin (Baneocin ointment, Shintomycin liniment, Bactroban) or corticosteroid hormones (Cortisol, Normoderm, Triderm). In the latter case, it is important to perform a sensitivity test and do not use the medication too often, so as not to provoke skin habituation.
- Treatment of the bikini zone with a ball or dry deodorant (but not antiperspirant). Such cosmetics produces a pronounced antiseptic and anti-inflammatory effect. A similar action has a baby powder, according to numerous reviews of women, it is better to purchase a product from Johnson & Johnson.
- Use of acid peels . Suitable products of both natural and synthetic origin. Also, preparations with retinol (vitamin A) help very well, but before using them it is important to read the contraindications and the list of side effects.
Irritation on the feet after shaving
In these areas, usually not too intense rashes. With strong symptoms, the methods described above are of great help, also dermatologists recommend such remedies for irritation after shaving:
- Moisturizing the skin with creams with panthenol, extract of alternating, aloe, tea tree and lavender.
- The use of special after shave lotions, you can even intended for men.
- The use of antiseptic ointments, for example, boric or salicylic-zinc paste.
- Application of natural mixtures based on vegetable oil (olive or sunflower) with herbal decoctions of chamomile, oak bark, mother-and-stepmother.
Irritation after shaving underarms
Given that in these areas you need to be very careful because of the proximity of the lymph nodes, as well as metabolic processes (thermoregulation due to sweat secretion), to eliminate irritation, the following means are used:
- lubrication of the skin immediately after shaving with a dry, ball-bearing deodorant with antiseptic effect;
- Treatment of sensitive areas with chlorhexidine solution or alcohol with water (in equal proportions).
How to avoid irritation after shaving?
The symptoms are always easier to warn:
- Use only with a sharp razor.
- Carry out procedures at least every other day, or better - after 2.
- Before shaving, use a soft scrub with finely divided particles.
- Perform manipulations in the shower when the skin is well-steamed.
- Use a cream or shaving foam.
- Rinse skin with cool water.
- After the treatment, be sure to moisten the treated areas.
It is also recommended, if possible, to perform waxing or to use longer-term methods of hair removal.