Why do they happen?
Ingrown hairs sometimes occur in women whose hair is curly or who have
elevated levels of male hormone. Dry skin or inadequate exfoliation can
exacerbate the problem as it makes it difficult for hair to pass through
the skin. Ingrown hairs tend to decrease over time since the root is removed
during waxing making the hair weaker. It is common for men to get ingrown
hairs in the chest area, but this decreases over time with each waxing
treatment.
How
do I prevent ingrown hairs?
The secret is to exfoliate and moisturise the skin, ideally starting three
days before your waxing treatment. Exfoliation doesn’t require any fancy
products, though the more natural the ingredients the better. You can even
make your own organic exfoliation cream by mixing almond oil and brown
sugar. You can achieve deeper exfoliation by making smooth, circular movements
with a natural brush and moisturising soap in the shower.
Caution
Never try to remove ingrown or inflamed hair with needles or tweezers as
this may cause spots or infection.
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