Ingrown hair in the bikini area

Summer is a long-awaited time for vacations and open swimwear. But sometimes the hated red "pimples" prevent us from appearing on the beach in all its glory. So, our topic today is ingrown hairs in the bikini area.

Ingrown hairs are often accompanied by itching, or even pain, especially when they appear in the pubic area. But what exactly are they?

Ingrown bikini hair occurs when the tip of a pubic hair curls back to the root instead of coming out to the surface of the skin.

During the ingrown hairs, you may notice the appearance of pink bumps, as well as pain or itching around the pubic area. However, despite their unattractive appearance, ingrown hairs are most often harmless and usually go away without any special treatment.

Why does hair grow in the bikini area?

The structure of the hair and the direction of its growth are the main factors that affect ingrown hairs. While anyone can experience ingrown pubic hairs, they are more common in people with naturally curly hair. And this is quite logical, because curly hair is more likely to curl and grow back into your skin.

Ingrown hairs in the bikini area can also appear due to:

• shaving. When you shave your hair, you create sharp edges that can then easily dig into the skin and begin to grow in.
• Plucking. By plucking the pubic hair with tweezers, you leave particles of hair under the surface of the skin.
• Wax depilation. Each hair follicle has a bulb from which it grows, and this bulb has a tube. Inside the tube there is a kind of lining that guides the hair to the surface. In the case of waxing, we quickly stretch the hairs, and thereby destroy the lining.

How to treat ingrown pubic hair

In most cases, ingrown hairs in the bikini area go away on their own. However, if the "bump" becomes too itchy or painful, there are simple ways to treat ingrown hairs that can help you feel more comfortable. Here are some of them:

Stop hair removal

Do ingrown hairs cause severe irritation and pain? If this is the case, then you should stop removing hair in the bikini area for a while. This is especially true for shaving, plucking with tweezers, and waxing, since these methods most often provoke ingrown hairs.

Retinoids

Health experts recommend retinoids, which are derivatives of vitamin A, as the cure for all skin problems. The use of retinoid acid can speed up the cleansing of epidermal cells and cope with the hated ingrown hairs.

Creams to reduce inflammation

To reduce the risk of infection, you can use one of the special creams that can help you soothe itching. Pay attention to the presence of the following ingredients:

• witch hazel
• aloe vera
• hydrocortisone
• benzoyl peroxide

Removal of dead skin

Every day, gently massage the ingrown hair “pimples” in a circular motion. Use a washcloth or exfoliating glove to help stray ingrown hairs come back to the surface. Exfoliation will help remove dead skin cells, dirt and oils that trap hairs under the skin's surface.

Plucking hair

You can try to pull the ingrown hair out of the skin using a sterile needle and tweezers. Use a needle to pry the tip of the hair and tweezers to pull the hair to the surface.

While plucking, do not grab the skin as this can cause an infection.

Warm compresses

Another great treatment for ingrown hairs is applying warm compresses to the affected area. Simply take a clean cloth, soak it under hot water, and press it against the ingrown hair for 3-4 minutes.

Once the fabric has cooled, wet it again under hot water. Warm compresses will soften the area around the ingrown hair and make it easier to pluck.

Home remedies for ingrown hairs in the bikini area

There are several home treatment options for ingrown hairs that you can try. These same methods will help you and prevent ingrown hairs in the bikini area.

First of all, we are talking about exfoliating dead skin cells, which prevent the hairs from breaking through. For this we can use:

• Sugar. Natural peeling that is able to moisturize the skin and kill bacteria. Mix half a cup of white or brown sugar with olive oil to make a paste and massage it into the affected area. Leave the mass for 10 minutes and rinse with warm water.
• Coffee. One of the most famous organic scrubs can help you gently remove the top layer of skin.

• Salt. A great choice if you want to remove rough, dry, dead skin.
• Baking soda. Use it to exfoliate and reduce inflammation on the skin. Mix a teaspoon of baking soda with water, apply to the irritated area and rinse with cold water.

When should you see a doctor?

If ingrown pubic hairs seem to be infected, bring you a lot of discomfort and pain - you should see a doctor.

Here are some signs of infection to look out for:

• swelling
• the appearance of pus
• extremely painful sensations when in contact with clothing
• bleeding

The doctor will make an accurate diagnosis and prescribe the appropriate treatment for the infection.

I hope my information was useful to you, be healthy and beautiful! :)