Bumps, ingrown hairs, or other skin irritations can often occur on the legs from shaving. According to the website TeensHealth, ingrown hairs happen when you shave frequently and the hair grows back inside instead of outside the hair follicle. Red bumps may occur when the skin gets irritated by a blunt razor, or there is not enough smooth glide to help moisturize and soothe the skin. Quality shaving cream for women helps to protect the skin on your legs, as does using water that is warm enough. If you are experiencing unusual bumps and are concerned about your skin health you may want to contact your health care provider.
How to Avoid Getting Bumps
Step 1
Purchase a new razor of high quality that is specified for shaving legs. Also buy shaving gel for women that is appropriate for your skin type, along with baby oil and aloe vera cream. Look for aloe vera cream that contains vitamin E.
Step 2
Draw a hot bath. Soak in the bath for three minutes. Apply the shaving gel and shave in the direction of the hair, this keeps bumps from forming.
Step 3
Keep applying the gel as you shave. Rinse off your legs with a generous amount of warm water.
How to Care for Bumps
Step 1
Apply aloe vera cream to bumps on your legs after shaving. Never use men's aftershave.
Step 2
Use baby oil on the skin of your legs, as well. According to Palo Alto Medical Foundation experts, this helps keeps skin smooth and free of pimples.
Step 3
Soak in a warm bath to help soothe bumps if they persist.
Tips and Warnings
- Purchase a razor with a safety blade. Avoid buying disposable razors. Never apply too much pressure; this indicates your blade is dull. The Palo Alto Medical Foundation also suggests avoid shaving right after you wake from sleep. You body accumulates fluids while you sleep and this makes the skin puffy. Wait for 20 to 30 minutes until skin is taut and more the hair shaft pokes out. Look for shaving creams that are made for sensitive skin, ones that contain collodial oatmeal may be soothing. Do not pick or pluck at bumps, this only irritates skin more.
- Again, if you are experiencing unusual or painful bumps on your skin area, please contact your doctor. Wait until bumps calm down and as shaving over bumps may irritate the skin more.
Things You'll Need
- New razor
- Shaving gel for women
- Aloe vera cream with vitamin E
- Baby oil
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