Refined Radiance - Laser hair removal in Culcheth
Razor bumps & shaving irritation
Freshly shaved skin might feel smooth at first, but for many people, that feeling doesn't last.
Within hours or days, you may notice redness, small bumps, itching, burning or irritation - particularly around the bikini area, underarms, legs, neck or face.
If this is familiar, your razor could be contributing to the problem.
What causes razor bumps?
Razor bumps can occur when shaving irritates he skin and disrupts the hair follicle.
Every time you shave, the blade passes directly over your skin. Shaving too closely, using a blunt razor, going over the same area repeatedly or shaving against the direction of hair growth can all increase irritation.
Common signs of shaving irritation
You may experience:
- Red or inflamed skin
- Small red bumps
- Itching or stinging
- Burning after shaving
- Dry or sensitive skin
- Visible hair follicles
- Bumps that appear shortly after shaving
can laser hair removal help?
Laser hair removal works by targeting the pigment in the hair follicle to progressively reduce hair growth over a course of treatments.
As hair growth is reduced, many people find they don't need to shave as frequently - meaning less razor contact and less opportunity for shaving-related irritation.
It can be particularly appealing if you're tired of constantly maintaining areas such as the bikini area, underarms, legs, face or neck.
Laser hair removal is a progressive treatment, so results aren't instant. A consistent course of treatments is required, and results vary depending on factors such as hair colour, hair thickness, skin type and individual hair-growth cycle.