Shaving the pubic area with redness, what to do?

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Shaving is one of the ways that women use to beautify their bikini area. This is a method chosen by many women, especially women with limited economic conditions. So when the private area is red and itchy due to shaving, what to do? What is the cause? Let's find out the article below.

1. The reason why the private area is red and itchy when shaving

When shaving the pubic area, many women encounter a troublesome situation and typically, shaving the pubic area is red and itchy. This situation makes the sisters extremely worried. Quite a few people experience redness or itching when shaving the pubic area. There are many causes of this phenomenon from the steps taken to the tools used. Let's find out the reason in the next section:
1.1. Using a blunt razor The razor is not sharp enough to make the hair very difficult to cut, so you have to shave over and over again in an area that causes damage to the skin, causing burning. That is also one of the reasons why the genital area is red when shaving.
1.2. Unhygienic razor The knife you use, even though it is sharp, but it is not clean, it will cause bacteria to enter from the inside through the pores or scratches on the skin, leading to a rash in the private area. red, itchy, uncomfortable. Therefore, you should clean the razor with salt water, antiseptic alcohol or hot water to clean the knife before shaving.
1.3. Frequency of shaving too thick This is also one of the important reasons for the phenomenon of you having redness when shaving your pubic area. The frequency of shaving is too dense, causing your pores to become inflamed, leading to a rash on your intimate area.
1.4. Allergy to cleaning solutions, care It is impossible not to mention that you may be allergic to cleaning products or intimate care products. With an allergy to a care product, your body will react with a localized red rash that can then spread to the whole body depending on the severity of the allergy.
1.5. Not cleaning the intimate area thoroughly after shaving After shaving, the hair follicles become irritated and become sensitive. If not carefully cleaned, this will certainly be a favorable environment for the growth of bacteria and microorganisms that cause itching, redness, and even ingrown hairs. .
1.6. This is a condition in which ingrown hairs after shaving cause red spots on the skin, which is not only unsightly but also causes pain, skin problems and a high risk of infection.

2. Treatment of redness after shaving the pubic area

2.1. Do not scratch when there is redness When the skin appears red spots are always accompanied by uncomfortable itching symptoms. You absolutely must not scratch in this skin area to avoid further damage causing more scratches. To ease this uncomfortable feeling, you can use benign or natural products such as aloe vera gel or medical paraffin oil to prevent this condition from getting worse.
2.2. Clean the private area with diluted salt water During the time you have a rash, you should limit the use of cleaning solutions containing detergents that are not good for the private area, they even make your condition worse. . The reason is because these active ingredients can upset the pH balance in the vagina and make the private area more inflamed.
The best way you should use physiological saline to clean, this solution has mild antiseptic properties to help reduce inflammation in your private area, thereby reducing the phenomenon of redness.
2.3. Use a specific rash product Products containing salicylic acid, glycolic acid, aloe vera, witch hazel, or a combination of these ingredients are especially effective in treating shaving redness. . Some products are designed in roller bottles, others are in liquid form, you can pour it on a cotton pad first and then apply it on your skin, so you should only apply it at least once a day and avoid applying too much. You should also apply it after bathing, before the skin sweats, so it is best to apply it in the evening when you are going to bed.
2.4. Use additional skin care products Apply antibacterial cream every day if you have an infection caused by ingrown hairs. Creams such as: Bacitracin, Neosporin and Polysporin are antibacterial creams that can be applied topically.
2.5. Scar treatment with Retin - A Derivative of vitamin A - Retinoid , can soften the skin and reduce scarring or dark spots left by redness. But you need to be careful:
Need to be examined and prescribed by a doctor Do not use this product for pregnant or nursing women because Retin - A can cause serious defects in the fetus and young child. Use a sunscreen with an SPF of 45 or higher for areas where it is applied. Do not apply Retin - A on the skin that is about to be waxed because the effect of Retin - A significantly weakens skin health and makes the skin vulnerable during hair removal. 2.6. See your doctor again if the condition does not improve If the redness does not improve, after a few weeks you should have a follow-up appointment with a dermatologist for further treatment.

3. Prevents redness caused by shaving

3.1. Throw away a dull knife Razor that is too dull or rusty will not cut the hair, and will further irritate the skin around the hair follicle. Throw them away as soon as you feel they are too blunt.
3.2. Space your shaves as much as possible. When your skin is red, shaving every day will only make it worse. Therefore, instead of shaving every day, every few days or even a week you shave once.
3.3. Exfoliating Exfoliating is a process where you remove dead skin cells and other products from your skin, allowing for a closer, cleaner shave. You can use exfoliating creams, skin care brushes, sponges... or any other suitable item.
If your skin is sensitive, you should consider exfoliating on a non-shaving day If your skin is less irritated and adapts well to exfoliation, you can exfoliate before shaving the area private. 3.4. Do not press the knife during shaving Using too much force when shaving will cause the hair to be shaved unevenly. Use moderate force to glide over the surface of the skin.
3.5. Do not shave in the same place twice If you accidentally shave many places, you need to shave in the direction of the hair instead of shaving in the opposite direction. Shaving in the direction of the hair is less irritating to the skin, but it cannot shave close to the hairline.
3.6. Shaving in the shower The warm steam from the shower has the effect of softening the hair, dilating the pores slightly, and limiting the risk of scratching and irritation of the skin.
If you are in the habit of shaving first then you should rearrange the bathing sequence so that shaving is last. Ideally, after bathing for 5 minutes, shave. If you don't like shaving in the shower, you can use a towel dipped in moderately warm water, then put it on the intimate area for 2-3 minutes, then proceed to shave. 3.7. Use shaving cream Shaving cream is specially formulated with ingredients that soften the hair, making it easier to remove (convenient to identify shaved and unshaved areas).
Use shaving cream that contains aloe vera or moisturizing compounds. If you don't have it and it's too urgent to use it right away, you can put out the fire by using hair conditioner.
3.8. Rinse and dry After shaving, rinse with cold water one last time or use a cold towel to wipe the intimate area to help shrink pores and limit the risk of irritation and infection.
Letting the skin dry naturally is the most reasonable option instead of using a towel to rub hard on the skin.

4. Long-term redness prevention

4.1. Consider waxing Instead of repeatedly shaving you might consider waxing. Although you can still experience ingrown hairs after waxing, the hair that grows back will be softer instead of rough as before and do not show the tips.
If you have decided to wax, the second waxing should be 6-8 weeks apart from the first. The interval for subsequent bleaching may be longer.
Skin may be slightly red and irritated after bleaching, but be careful with open wounds or extensive bruising. Also, if you notice an infected skin after 1-2 days of bleaching, you should start applying antibiotic cream and see a doctor immediately
4.2. Laser hair removal In the mind of many people, laser hair removal will make hair not grow permanently. But the answer is, hair can still grow back, but in a much smaller amount.
This method is suitable for black hair and white skin. If the skin and fur are the same color (too light or too dark), you should not apply this method.
Laser hair removal is quite expensive, so you also need to consider when choosing this method.

5. Things to remember

Aloe vera has a magical effect. You should use it at least 2 times daily until the redness disappears. The rash from shaving will disappear very quickly after that. Don't shave too often! You can cause microscopic wounds when shaving and because the intimate area is very sensitive, it is more prone to irritation, more prone to redness. Try showering with an antibacterial shower gel and loofah, pat dry the area, apply a cotton ball soaked in witch hazel, then apply Hydrocortisone to the ingrown hairs. Avoid talc products as these are often very fine and can cause more severe skin irritation. There are a number of available post-shave treatment products that claim to reduce the risk of post-shave rash. If you want to use it, you can consider using one that is suitable for sensitive skin (the fewer ingredients the better) and may contain lidocaine to soothe the skin. Products containing barley may also help. Try to moisturize (fragrance-free products are usually better for your skin) throughout the day. Without pubic hair, the skin tends to be more prone to dryness and infection. By moisturizing, you can prevent scratching, reduce or prevent itching, and add a thin layer of protection to your skin. Do not pluck ingrown hairs to avoid infection and/or scarring. It's best to see your doctor before attempting to use a needle to remove hidden hair. Vinmec-View Aesthetic Center has the foundation of the Aesthetic Department of Vinmec Times City International Hospital. This is a prestigious and reliable address in skin care, bringing beauty to customers with the following advantages:
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