Ingrown Hairs

Ingrown hairs can be uncomfortable, frustrating and difficult to manage - especially when they keep coming back.

They happen when a hair curls back or grows sideways into the skin instead of growing straight out of the follicle. This can lead to small red bumps, inflammation, irritation, itching and sometimes painful spots. 

If you find yourself constantly shaving, waxing or picking at your skin to try and keep unwanted hair under control, you're not alone.

Ingrown hairs are more common in areas that are frequently shaved or waxed. Hair can become trapped beneath the surface of the skin as it grows, particularly when it is course, curly or growing at an angle. 

Common triggers include: 

• Frequent shaving 
• Coarse or curly hair
• Hair removal techniques that irritate the skin
• Dead skin cells blocking the follicle 
• Friction from tight clothing
• Repeatedly removing hair from the same area

Unfortunately, the cycle can become frustrating: remove the hair, experience irritation,  develop an ingrown hair, wait for it to settle, remove the hair again.

Yes - laser hair removal can be an effective way to reduce the hair growth that contributes to recurring ingrown hairs.

Laser treatment targets the hair follicle, helping to progressively reduce hair growth over a course of treatments. As there is less hair growing through the skin, there can be fewer opportunities for hairs to become trapped beneath the surface. 

Many clients also find that reducing their reliance on shaving and waxing helps minimise the irritation associated with regular hair removal. 

Less unwanted hair.

Less shaving.

Less irritation.

Fewer ingrown hairs.

Smoother-looking skin.

Laser hair removal can be used on areas where ingrown hairs are a concern, including the

bikini & intimate areas, legs, underarms, face, neck, chest, back.

Your treatment plan will be tailored to your individual needs, hair growth and skin tone.

Laser hair removal works progressively. A course of consistent treatments is needed to target hairs during the appropriate stage of their growth cycle.

If ingrown hairs are something you struggle with, starting sooner rather than later can help you work towards smoother, clearer-looking skin while reducing the need for regular shaving and waxing. 

If you're tired of dealing with recurring ingrown hairs and want to explore whether laser hair removal could be suitable for you, get in touch to find out more about treatment.