Ingrown hair bumps are formed when hair becomes trapped and grows under the skin instead of out like it's supposed to. Usually after being yanked out via waxing or cut via shaving. The ever capable human body treats it like a foreign object and attacks causing inflammation.
Hello nasty bump!
now you know how they got there, let's see how to prevent them , whatever your defuzzing method of choice.
1. Exfoliate , Exfoliate ,Exfoliate!
A sugar scrub will do perfectly, but If you can't get your hands on one , baking soda is my go to choice. Just make a thick paste and massage the area gently.
2. The newer the razor the better.
If you decide to go less pricey then change the razor after each use, because let's face it, they lose their edge after the first use. If you have one where the blades can be replaced then do so after 4 to 5 uses.
3. Shower or wash your face before shaving. This allows the skin to be warm and softer so the blade does'nt have work so hard.
4. Shave in the direction the hair is growing.
5. Last but not least AFTER CARE . This is most important because the hair follicles are open for sometime after hair removal.
Moisturize, Moisturize ,Moisturize!
keeping the skin soft helps hair to grow out instead of being trapped.
And avoid excess sweating for at least a day. Sweat breeds bacteria. In Jamaica this can be tough but if you can follow through then all the better.
As always thank you so much for dropping in ! stay safe and positive and Self love and confidence in all you do.