Ingrown Hair Removal

Ingrown hairs occur when the hair, instead of growing out towards the surface of the skin, grows inward towards the hair follicle. Although considered a minute irritation, some ingrown hairs can become inflamed, which can be both painful and ugly. In addition, when left untreated, ingrown hairs can get infected. Millions of people, specifically those who shave on a regular basis, deal with ingrown hairs often, and you may be curious as to a possible mode of ingrown hair removal. Here are some steps you can try to remove your ingrown hairs, good luck.

First, you want to be one-hundred percent sure the bump on your skin is indeed an ingrown hair. Some common places ingrown hairs appear are for men, the beard area, and for women, the legs and bikini zone, so typically, where you shave. Ingrown hairs can look similar to a zit, but rather than dirt being trapped under the skin, there is hair.

Next, wet a washcloth with warm water and apply it to your skin where the ingrown hair is located, softening the follicle, and allowing the hair to come to the surface.

Then take a pair of clean tweezers or a sterile needle and carefully coax the hair to the surface. If the ingrown hair happens to be located in a hard to reach area, ask a buddy to give you a hand. Try to be as gentle as possible by refraining from digging or plucking at the hair. Try your best to just snip out the ingrown portion of the hair, leaving the normal portion in tact. Once the hair is removed, wash the area with warm water and moisturize. This will prevent infection. To finish apply some hydrogen peroxide or other antiseptic to the area.