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A member asked:
I shaved my pubes and it's really itchy. what should i do?
6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Lubricate: Irritated from shaving. Lubricate area use bland soap to clean and decrease the amount of shaving.
Answered 5/23/2015
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Itching skin: Insure you use fresh, sharp blades vice dull blades. If hair is > 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 skin after shaving. A steroid
Answered 5/23/2015
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Itchy shave: Gentle moisturizer. If persists, see your doctor.
Answered 8/17/2016
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