Razor bumps are an unfortunate part of attempting to shave the bikini area. Because the skin around your bikini area is much more sensitive than the rest of your skin, you're more prone to getting razor burn when you don't take the proper precautions to avoid it. Razor bumps can be itchy or painful, not to mention unsightly, so it's important to get rid of razor bumps in the bikini area as soon as you notice them. Using the right products can help you to calm the irritation and heal faster.
Step 1
Cleanse the area with a mild soap. Allow it to dry, and then dip a cotton ball into a witch hazel solution. Lightly apply the witch hazel to the bumps. Witch hazel will help to calm the irritated skin so that the redness is less visible. It also delivers a cooling sensation that can calm the burning feeling of the bumps.
Step 2
Wait for the witch hazel to dry, and then apply an over the counter 1 percent hydrocortisone cream. This will help in two ways:Iit will stop the itching that causes even more aggravation and damage to your bikini area, and it will bring down the swelling so that the bumps are less noticeable and you can hit the beach earlier.
Step 3
Inspect your bikini area with a small hand held mirror to look for ingrown hairs. Ingrown hairs are hairs that are growing under the skin, and they often accompany razor bumps and make the condition worse. If you find one, as referenced by a throbbing bump with a small hair growing sideways inside, use a pair of sterilized tweezers to remove it immediately.
Step 4
Wear cotton underwear while the bumps are healing. They allow for the most air to pass through, helping your skin to heal faster. Other fabrics may hold in moisture and cause irritation or even infection.
Step 5
Avoid shaving the irritated area until it has fully healed and the bumps are gone. When you are ready to shave again, remember to do so in the shower, where the hair is softened, and to always use a brand new razor blade. Always shave in the direction of the hair growth, and use plenty of shave gel. Making sure you moisturize well afterward can ward off more razor bumps in the future.
Things You'll Need
- Witch hazel
- Cotton balls
- Hydrocortisone cream
- Cotton underwear
- New razor
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