Ingrown Hair on Arm Pits
It never fails, the hair located under your arms doesn’t seem to let up and you just can’t let this body grooming responsibility get out of control. While many people are under the impression that using a razor is the only reason why ingrown hairs attack the arm pits, it is suggested to become familiar with the common causes of this condition in order to make the most out of your hair removal experience.
Appearance
The coarse and curly hairs found in the arm pit region are prime candidates for creating irritation to the skin when they curl back or grow sideways when emerging out of the follicle. The sharp tip of a jaggedly cut hair causes localized inflammation to attack the skin. This results in redness, irritation, itchiness, mild to severe pain, and a tingling sensation. Sometimes, a bump accompanies an ingrown hair and if it becomes infected – pus gathers just below the surface of the skin – creating a pustule.
Causes
Suffering a nick or cut during the shaving process and wearing irritating fabrics after a fresh shave of the arm pits can cause ingrown hairs to develop. Even the new deodorant scent you’ve been dying to try might contain chemicals that could clog your pores and lead to ingrown hairs. Before approaching your next shave, consider the following causes of the inflammatory reaction that you don’t want to deal with after shaving the underarms:
a) Clogged Pores:
Bacteria, dirt, sweat, oil, and dead skin cells can collect in your pores, which can cause hairs to grow out of follicles at an angle.
b) Too Speedy:
If you don’t have enough time in the morning to shave your underarms, save the task for later because if you rush through the process, you will only increase the risk of suffering ingrown hairs and other skin irritations.
c) Dirty or Rusty Razor:
It is suggested to resist the temptation to use the lonely razor sitting in the back of your medicine cabinet to save yourself a future battle with ingrown hairs. If you can’t remember the last time you used a certain razor, play it safe and toss it away.
d) Using a Dull Blade:
Using a dull blade to shave the arm pits increases your chances of suffering a nick or cut, which can lead to ingrown hair formation and infection. Blunt edges usually cause shavers to press down harder into the skin to reach a closer shave, which produces unnecessary irritation – completely avoidable by simply purchasing a new blade.
e) Tough Hairs:
Tangle with tough hairs and you can cause ingrown hairs to form after a shave. Make sure to soften the skin and hairs for better results using warm water, steamy showers, and shaving lubricants like gels, creams, and foams.
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