How to Avoid & Treat Ingrown Hairs When Shaving Your Bikini Line & Pubic Area
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Removing your pubic hair is a personal choice, but if it's something you do decide to do, it's good to bear in mind this area is sensitive and should be treated as such. Shaving is a great option for removing pubic hair as it's cost-effective, quick, easy, painless and can be done in the privacy of your own bathroom. However, the intimate area is especially prone to ingrown hairs, those red and itchy bumps that are annoying and uncomfortable. Follow these tips below to achieve a smooth and clean shave around your bikini line and pubic area.
WHAT ARE INGROWN HAIRS AND WHAT CAUSES THEM?
Ingrown hairs occur when hairs become trapped in the skin's follicle. Rather than growing straight up out of the pore, they curl back in on themselves. This results in an angry-looking inflamed bump that can become itchy and swollen. The bikini line and pubic area is particularly vulnerable to ingrown hairs because the hair that grows in this region is generally thicker, coarser and curlier than hair on the rest of the body.
HOW CAN I PREP THE BIKINI LINE AND PUBIC AREA FOR SHAVING?
The first step in both avoiding and treating ingrown hairs in this delicate zone is by using a well-formulated exfoliator that considers skin health. Exfoliators slough away dead skin cells to deeply clear debris out of the pores. Use an exfoliator before shaving to create a smooth canvas for your razor and encourage hairs to grow out of the follicles the way they're supposed to. Our BODY POLISH is made with salicylic acid and charcoal powder to remove impurities. Finely milled volcanic pumice polishes, revitalises and stimulates circulation. Shea butter and soybean oil protect and nourish, leaving the skin smooth and hydrated. We also recommend spending a few minutes in your shower or bath before shaving to allow the warm water and steam to naturally open up the pores.
WHAT METHOD SHOULD I USE TO SHAVE THE BIKINI LINE AND PUBIC AREA?
Take extra care when shaving this area. We recommend first shaving in the direction of hair growth to trim the hair down to the surface of the skin as closely as possible. Gently pull the skin taut and then shave against the direction of hair growth. Use short, light strokes and rinse your razor blade frequently. It's really important to use a fresh razor blade when shaving the bikini line and pubic are; using a dull razor blade is a recipe for disaster as it can not only spread bacteria, but causes unnecessary friction because it requires multiple passes across the same area. Our RAZOR has been designed specifically for the way women shave and our REFILL BLADES feature five diamond-sharp blades, enclosed in a moisturising vitamin E cushion.
WHAT KIND OF SHAVE CREAM SHOULD I USE DOWN THERE?
A lot of shave creams on the market contain harsh ingredients like foaming agents and synthetic dyes that strip the skin of its natural oils. Our SHAVE CREAM has been formulated with the highest quality skincare ingredients to not only protect the bikini line and pubic region when shaving, but give back to it. It's pH-balanced and contains shea butter to soften the hair follicle and skin, aloe vera and avocado oil to soothe and calm, and plant-based bioactive oils to hydrate and nourish.
IS THERE ANYTHING I SHOULD DO AFTER SHAVING TO MINIMISE INGROWN HAIRS?
Always follow up with a moisturiser to rehydrate the skin. This will help to replenish natural oils around the bikini line and pubic area lost during the shaving process while reducing the chances of irritation. Our BODY MOISTURISER infuses the skin with long-lasting hydration and naturally active ingredients. Squalane and niacinamide elevate moisture levels and provide vital nutrients to support the skin’s barrier function. An antioxidant-rich blend of honeysuckle extract, cloudberry oil, soybean oil and shea butter soothes and softens. If you are currently experiencing ingrown hairs, rather than trying to prevent them, you could also try using a warm compress to release hairs caught under the skin. Wet a washcloth with warm water or saline and gently press against the infected area for 10 minutes three times a day.