Ingrown hairs, also known as pseudofolliculitis barbae, occur when the hair grows back into the skin and causes an inflammatory reaction that leads to an infection.People with tightly curled hair tend to have ingrown hairs because the natural curl pushes the hair back into the skin.They are more common in areas where hairs have been removed.You can reduce the risk of infections and scarring by learning how to safely remove ingrown hair.
Step 1: A warm compress is what you should make.
Put a clean cloth in warm water.The ingrown hair should be covered with a warm rag.The rag can be left on for three to five minutes.Before doing anything else to the ingrown hair, you should repeat at least three to four times.
Step 2: The hair needs to be moved to the surface.
You can try to get the hair to break the surface after covering it with a warm compress.The ingrown hair should be gently prodded to the surface with a pair of tweezers.The hair needs to be straightened to make it grow the right way.The free end of the hair can be found by using the tweezers.Remove the hair from the skin.Don't pull hair all the way out.Remove the free end from the skin.One may grow in its place if you remove the hair.Don't try to remove hair.Wait until the next day and try again if you can't grab the free end.Use tweezers that have been cleaned with alcohol.
Step 3: Allow the hair to rest while you soak it.
After the free end of the ingrown hair is removed, leave it alone for 24 hours.Place a warm compress over the hair every two hours while the skin is resting.The free end of the hair needs to be checked.Don't remove the hair.That could cause it to get ingrown again.
Step 4: Try to get rid of dead skin on your face.
Spot exfoliation can be used to remove ingrown hair.It is important to be very careful with the area.Circular motions are used to try and get the hair out.If you want to make a natural exfoliant at home, buy it from the store.Put 12 of baking soda, sea salt, or sugar in a container with some olive oil.Q-tip or cotton ball can be used to apply the mixture.Rub the mixture using circular motions using the tips of one or two fingers.Rub in using three to five clockwise motions.Three to five counterclockwise motions are used to reverse.Warm water and pat is what you should do after rinsing off.
Step 5: You can use honey to moisturize.
You can use honey to get rid of ingrown hair.It also acts as an anti-bacterial.It helps prevent infections.The free end of the hair can be loosened with the help of honey.To apply honey to ingrown hair, use a Q-tip.It can stay for 20 to 30 minutes or it can be dried.Put the honey in warm water and pat it dry.You should repeat it twice a day.
Step 6: Use a product on the hair.
You want to make sure you don't over-dry your skin.It can be difficult to extract ingrown hair from your skin.While you are trying to get the hair out, you want to keep the skin moist.After every treatment, use a bit of moisturizer on the hair.The risk of skin damage and scarring can be reduced with this.
Step 7: Do not dig out the hair.
If they are on the face, ingrown hairs are a problem.You may be embarrassed, or they might be causing you pain, but you should never try a bathroom surgery to get rid of ingrown hair.This increases the risk of injury or illness.Don't dig, cut, or scratch the surface of the skin.This can cause a lot of problems.The hair can heal naturally if you leave it alone.
Step 8: You shouldn't remove more hair from the area.
Don't try to remove hair from that area if you have ingrown hair.If you notice it, stop shaving or waxing that area.Until the ingrown hair has been cleared, stop shaving, waxing, or plucking the hair in the affected area.Try to leave that area alone for a few days after you have removed the ingrown hair.If you have ingrown hair, don't shave for a few days.You can try other methods, such as clippers or depilatories.
Step 9: There are dangers of ingrown hairs.
bumps that may be itchy or painful are caused by ingrown hairs.Ingrown hairs can become infections.They may be filled with a greenish-greenish pus if they get infections.Sometimes the bumps get darker than the surrounding skin and this can cause permanent scarring.If a person tries to dig out ingrown hair with a needle, pin, or other object, it can cause scars.If you have ingrown hairs, you won't need to see a doctor.You can see your doctor if you're afraid the hair has gotten too bad.
Step 10: Don't use alcohol-containing products.
Men are more likely to have ingrown hairs on their face after shaving.Don't use products that contain alcohol when you shave.Alcohol can dry your skin and cause ingrown hairs.Use a natural shaving product that is free of harmful substances.This will make the product less likely to irritate your skin and make it worse.
Step 11: Before shaving, use a warm compress.
If you want to prevent ingrown hairs from occurring, you can use a hot or warm washcloth.The water will make your hair easier to cut.A straight cut across the hair will decrease the risk of ingrown hair and irritation to your facial skin.For three to four minutes, use a warm to hot cloth on your face.Adding hot water will keep it warm.After you get out of a hot shower, you can shave.
Step 12: Use circular motions to massage oil or cream into your face.
Applying shaving oil or cream the right way will help prepare the hair for shaving.The motions should be against the grain.This will make sure that the oil or cream reaches the base of the facial hair.The cream should be left on for a few minutes before shaving.Light, gentle strokes are used when shaving areas with skin problems.Make sure your razor has a sharp blade.As needed, replace old razors with a new blade or razor.If you shave your face, use a natural moisturizer to avoid chemicals that may irritate your skin.
Step 13: Talk to your doctor about your medication.
Ingrown hairs can be lessened with the use of retinoids, low dose corticosteroids, and alpha-hydroxy acids.The growth of facial hair can be slowed by the use of a cream called eflornithine.
Step 14: Consider the benefits of laser hair removal.
Laser hair removal is a good option if you want to permanently remove the hair.It is a quick treatment that works on short hair.It can be costly, cause scarring, and be painful.Discuss this with your doctor or dermatologist.You don't want to experiment with at- home laser treatments on your face, as you could cause damage without really realizing it.The extra cost of laser therapy is to the professionals.