Question 1

how can i get rid of dark marks & razor bumps on pubic area?

Accepted Answer

Razor bump: steroid cream might be applied to decrease inflammation.  Exfoliation may be recommended to remove dead skin cells with retinoids. Insure you use fresh, sharp blades vice dull blades. If hair is &gt; several mm long – then trim before shaving. Wash area before shaving – warm water helps to soften hair. Use a lubricant when shaving. Avoid using products that contain alcohol or are scented.  Shave in

Question 2

what are good ways to get rid of ingrown hairs and razor bumps in pubic area?

Accepted Answer

Laser: Laser hair removal is an effective way to get rid of the hair permanently. This would avoid getting ingrown hairs and razor bumps. Electrolysis is another option but it's more time consuming since each hair has to be treated individually.

Question 3

is there any over-the-counter product for ingrown hair / razor bumps. my pubic area has morphed into a scabby, scaly, bumpy unsightly blemish. help!

Accepted Answer

No: You should see a dermatologist who can inject the bumps with cortisone, which does not get into your bloodstream. Laser hair removal would solve  the problem.

Question 4

how long does it take for razor bumps to disappear from the pubic area?

Accepted Answer

Several days: May take a few days  for it to resolve.

Question 5

why do i always get razor bumps when i shave my pubic area but nowhere else?

Accepted Answer

Sensitive skin: Skin in this area is extremely sensitive and gets irritated easily leading to swelling and the bumps.Hope that helps

Question 6

how to shave without leaving razor bumps and/ or itchiness especially after shaving the pubic area?

Accepted Answer

Shaving: try using a good shaving soap and apply some Vit E cream afterwards

Question 7

i have razor bumps and scarring around my pubic area, will this interfere with my meps process?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: Skin irritation from shaving is not contagious, so it shouldn't be a problem with meps.

Question 8

i have a pair of new razors that have moisturizer on the top and bottom that activate when wet, if i shaved pubic area would i get razor bumps or no?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: The lubricant attempts to reduce the sheering force at the skin level of the hair and thus reduce the folliculitis you are worried about. The lubricant cam reduce the risk but its still a potential

Question 9

recently i've gotten bumps around my pubic area, they sometimes itch, are hard, and are the same skin color as the rest of my pubic area. razor bumps?

Accepted Answer

Most Likely: Most commonly they are razor bumps/razor burn/irritated hair follicles.  If they become more red or painful, then you may have an infection.  Make sure you are using a clean razor and not sharing razors.

Question 10

i shave everyday and have noticed a few razor bumps around my pubic and labia area. any good remedies to get rid of them?

Accepted Answer

DON'T shave labia: Or other delicate tissues. Insure you use fresh, sharp blades vice dull blades. If hair is &gt; several mm long – then trim before shaving. Wash area before shaving – warm water helps to soften hair. Use a lubricant when shaving. Avoid using products that contain alcohol or are scented.  Shave in direction of the hair – not against it. Be gentle when shaving – don’t push down too hard. Moisturize.

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How can i get rid of dark marks & razor bumps on pubic area?

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What are good ways to get rid of ingrown hairs and razor bumps in pubic area?

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Is there any over-the-counter product for ingrown hair / razor bumps. my pubic area has morphed into a scabby, scaly, bumpy unsightly blemish. help!

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How long does it take for razor bumps to disappear from the pubic area?

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Why do i always get razor bumps when i shave my pubic area but nowhere else?

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How to shave without leaving razor bumps and/ or itchiness especially after shaving the pubic area?

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I have razor bumps and scarring around my pubic area, will this interfere with my meps process?

A member asked:

I have a pair of new razors that have moisturizer on the top and bottom that activate when wet, if i shaved pubic area would i get razor bumps or no?

A member asked:

Recently i've gotten bumps around my pubic area, they sometimes itch, are hard, and are the same skin color as the rest of my pubic area. razor bumps?

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I shave everyday and have noticed a few razor bumps around my pubic and labia area. any good remedies to get rid of them?

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