Try to do this for several minutes to gently loosen the ingrown hair and make it easier to remove.
The goal is to get the hair out of your skin so it can grow properly. If you can pull the hair out enough that you get it out from underneath your skin, that’s great! Your ingrown hair is solved, and you don’t need to do anything else. If you can’t see the small loop of hair, just leave the ingrown hair alone. Over time, the hair may rise to the surface, and you can try to lift it out with a needle.
When you first notice an ingrown hair, try just leaving it alone for a while to see if it works itself out. After a few weeks or months, you can move onto trying to remove it yourself at home.
Retinoid creams are prescription only, so you’ll have to get one from your doctor.
This is a great option if your ingrown hair is painful or causes you discomfort.
Signs of an infection include swelling, itching, redness, irritation, and warmth. If you think your ingrown hair is infected, make an appointment with your doctor right away.
Chemical exfoliants are great for sensitive areas, like your face or bikini line. Physical exfoliants work better on tougher skin, like your legs or arms.
If you’re using a disposable razor, try to change the blade every 5 to 7 shaves, or more if you’re prone to ingrown hairs. If you’re using an electric razor, clean the blade every 3 to 4 shaves.
You might not get quite as close of a shave this way, but you’ll be much less likely to get razor bumps or ingrown hairs.
Depending on the area you get done, laser hair removal can cause blisters or darkening of the skin. Usually, laser hair removal is $350 to $400 per session. If your hair is very thick or you’re lasering a large area, you may need multiple sessions. Bear in mind that laser hair removal only works on dark hair—with white, blonde, or gray hair, there’s no target for the laser energy. [15] X Expert Source Heather Richmond, MDBoard Certified Dermatologist Expert Interview. 15 September 2020. Electrolysis is a better solution for people with lighter hair. [16] X Expert Source Heather Richmond, MDBoard Certified Dermatologist Expert Interview. 15 September 2020.
