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Thu Feb 09, 2012 3:50 pm  |
| I have an ingrown hair near my bikini line and it HURTS so much! What can I do to get rid of it? I am scared to touch it because its inflamed and tender. Any secrets of getting rid of this? |
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Thu Feb 09, 2012 4:44 pm |
Sorry to read you are in so much discomfort. Sounds like the ingrown hair might be infected or maybe you have a blocked/ infected gland. Do you have some Neosporin cream or diaper cream you could apply? Might be safest appointment to see your family doctor or nurse at the practice.  |
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Sensitivity, forehead pigmentation & elevens, nose & chin clogged pores. Topicals: Aloe vera, squalane, lactic acid, Myfawnie KinNiaNag HG: Weleda calendula, Lanolips, Guinot masque essentiel, Flexitol Naturals, Careprost. Gadgets: Vaughter dermarollers, Lightstim. |
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Fri Feb 10, 2012 12:11 am |
I had one at the top of my bikini line, just under where the pubic hair begins. It was really tough trying to find ways of giving it room to heal, without clothing rubbing on it and mine ended up leaving a horrible scar. Its probably too inflamed & irritated to risk further damage to the skin or a secondary infection, so neosporin sounds like a good idea. Can I just say on your behalf OWWEEEEEEEE!
My mom used to advise gently dabbing with epsom salts in very warm water for skin inflamations, until it subsides on its own. Not sure if that's an old wives tale kind of thing or not but hope it heals fast! Maybe an Ibuprofen for the pain & inflamation? |
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Olive, normal/oily skin. Using rinse-off ocm, Vit C, Tretinoin since Nov/10, GHK since Feb/12, Niacinamide & glucosamine, alternating, & now skipping nights! Concerns include oiliness, hyperpigmentation from occasional zits, 11's & nasolabial folds. |
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Fri Feb 10, 2012 9:38 am |
| I use BHA. It usually starts getting better in a few days. |
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Sat Feb 11, 2012 10:19 am |
| I used to have to dig mine out with a needle. No scars and it allowed the infection to heal. I'm not advocating digging under your skin with a needle, but I needed to do it. Now it's all lasered off. |
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Late 30's, fair skin, dark hair. Retin A, DIY potions. Missions completed- acne, acne scarring, 11's, redness, contact dermatitis. Working on maintenence and cellulite. |
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Mon Feb 13, 2012 7:02 am |
I would wait until you get out of the shower and your skin is warm and clean. Then squeeze and or dig with a sterile lancet. I find when I get a super nasty ingrown, there are 2 hairs trapped. I get out one and it doesn't heal and then I go looking again and find another hair.
ick, good luck! I hate those buggers! Once you are all healed, get a pair of exfoliating gloves (about $2 at Wal-mart) and dry brush the skin all over before showering. That should help in the future! |
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Esthetician working at a Med-spa. Love the Clarisonic! |
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abmiller
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Thu Feb 23, 2012 9:43 pm |
Nad's sells a good spray for preventing ingrown hairs. I find that if I do get one, the spray help s it go away a faster.
Also, as previously posted, be sure to exfoliate the area no later than 24 hours after hair removal. I find it makes a huge difference for me in preventing the ingrown hairs. |
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Fri Feb 24, 2012 8:41 am |
| I use my hubby's Tend Skin, works like a charm, EDS sells it and we keep it always on hand. Hydrogen Peroxide and Apple Cider Vinegar can do in a pinch. |
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Joined the 50 club several years back, blonde w/ fair/sensitive skin, Texas humidity and prone to rosacea, light breakouts and sunburns, combo skin type, starting to see sundamage and fine lines |
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