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Experts Tips for Dealing With Annoying Ingrown Hairs

We asked top dermatologists to share their best-kept shaving secrets

by Jenn Sinrich  |  COMMENT

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Don't forget about aftercare
Don't forget about aftercare When you break down the act of shaving—an interaction between the razor, hair and skin—you start to realize how harsh the process is. For this reason, how you treat the skin after shaving can significantly impact healing and whether you will develop ingrown hairs. "While the skin feels smooth to touch, at the microscopic levels, it is full of peak and valleys, which may become disrupted from the shaving process," Zeichner explains. "When the skin barrier becomes damaged, it may lead to inflammation that can increase your risk of developing ingrown hairs." After shaving, he recommends applying a protective post-shave moisturizer. He suggests opting for a light and easy formula, like Vaseline Intensive Care Advanced Repair Unscented Lotion ($8) or L'Occitane Shea Butter Light Comforting Cream ($29), that won't leave you feeling greasy.

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