My armpits get red and bumpy, with a bunch of ingrown hairs that are very painful to remove. now i pluck the hairs, but it still hurts. what to do?

Folliculitis: Go and see your doctor you need to get on some antibiotics for infected hair follicles. Quit shaving or plucking for now until the infection goes away. I know the first thing you are thinking is gross I can't do that. Just wear clothes for now that cover up your armpits. Throw away the razor you have been using and get a new one, don't share it with anyone. Good luck!

Let it rest: 1. let them heal. maybe go awhile without shaving and using deodorant (at least use something less irritating). 2. apply warm compresses to area 3. if it doesnt clear up fast then you might have folliculitis and you should see your PCP or derm. 4. change products for shaving and sweat control 5. wear tops that won't create friction 6. stop shaving for a bit. then use new razor.

See a dermatologist: You may be shaving too hard. You can consider not shaving: in Europe it is sexy. You can consider chemical hair removal. Laser, if you wish to invest the time and money, might be capable of permanent destruction of most of the hairs. Meanwhile be sure to avoid close shaves. The longer between shaves, the more difficult it is, so a frequent but very gentle shave is best. Use a fresh blade frequentl

I agree w/ Dr. Bayle: If your problem persists after you completely try his recommendations, you may have a condition called hidradenitis suppurativa. Then you will need to see a dermatologist or a general surgeon to have it treated.