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HOW TO GET RID OF RAZOR BUMPS FAST

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Does razor bumps and the after effect of razor shaving
bother you and you’re seriously in need of a quick & none bottle-neck solution?
In this article, BOLA AKINBOADE-BELLO brings to you some very helpful tips that
might hopefully be of help to you.
PREVENTION: THE BEST REMEDIES
First let’s start with the prevention aspect of
effects of razor shaving.
SHAVING UNDER WARM WATER AND RINSING OFF WITH COLD
WATER:Warm water will soften your hairs and make your skin less prone to
irritation. Then after you must have finished shaving, cold water will close up
the pores, preventing infection and irritation.

DO NOT SHAVE ON DAILY BASIS: Do not shave too often
and also allow your hair to grow out a bit before shaving it again. Give your
bumps time to heal and use the razor every other day, at the most.
USE A SHAVING CREAM: Shaving cream will also
moisturize your skin and soften your hairs, making them easier to eliminate.
Bumps appear more easily when your skin is dry and prone to irritation.
MAKE SURE YOUR RAZOR IS SHARP: Always use new and
sharp razors. Dull razors will irritate the skin around the follicle and cause
ingrown hairs. But apart from this, old and rusty blades can also carry great
amounts of bacteria, which can be transferred to the skin during shaving. This
will not help your existing razor bumps to heal on time. If you don’t have a
new blade, and you are planning to use the old one, always remember to use
alcohol to clean your razor.
USE A MOISTURIZING LOTION AFTER SHAVING: This would
reduce the chance of redness and irritation after shaving, and also decrease
the risk of razor bumps.
DON’T PICK AND SCRATCH YOUR RAZOR BUMPS: Another thing
you should bear in mind is to always resist the urge to pick your razor bumps
and do not scratch and rub the affected area(s). You will slow down the healing
process and cause even more irritation.
CHANGE YOUR SHAVING TECHNIQUE: Instead of the regular
shaving in an upward motion, try shaving downwards, in the direction of the
hair growth. This will help prevent razor bumps.
RAZOR BUMP TREATMENT THAT WORKS VERY QUICK
There are for example so many effective creams and
natural home remedies to treat razor bumps and reduce the appearance of scars
and marks left by infected ingrown hairs. Try the ones listed below. They will
most certainly help you.
USE ANTIBACTERIAL AND ANTIBIOTIC CREAMS
You can efficiently heal infection with a daily
application of different what we call (over the counter)
antibacterial and antibiotic creams. Although it is my advice to always consult
your pharmacist/doctor before applying any type of such creams.

RETIN-A- CREAM: Try using
Retin-A cream to treat razor bumps. It is a topical derivate of vitamin A that
helps sooth irritated skin and reduce, or even prevent razor bumps scars.

HYDROCORTISONE CREAM:Hydrocortisone
cream can help reduce swelling and redness caused by inflammation. It soothes
irritated skin, alleviates itching and helps you get rid of razor bumps fast.
ASPIRIN: Salicylic
acid, the main metabolite of aspirin, is also an active ingredient of many acne
products. It removes dead skin cells, liberates pores, and kills bacteria that
have attacked hair follicles. It therefore reduces redness and inflammation.
What you should do!Simply crush-up some few aspirin and mix it with water
to form a paste. Apply the mixture over razor bumps, let dry, and then rinse
off with lukewarm water. This will help bumps disappear quickly.
WITCH HAZEL: Witch
hazel has antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and astringent
properties, which help calm irritated and inflamed skin.
Pour some witch hazel hydrosol on a cotton pad and
wipe it over razor bumps.
ALOE VERA LOTION OR GEL: Aloe
vera is also a good antibacterial and anti-inflammatory agent that helps soothe
and heal skin infections and inflammations. Just apply a small amount of aloe
vera gel or lotion to the affected area and allow the skin to absorb it. This
will help you get rid of razor bumps pretty fast.
TEA TREE OIL: Finally!
Tea tree oil antiseptic and antibacterial properties can also be very useful in
preventing and treating razor bumps and infections.
JUST BEFORE WE EXIT, HERE ARE EXTRA TIPS FOR HEALTHY
SKIN MAINTENANCE
Exfoliate your skin twice weekly using a body scrub, a
loofah sponge, or a mitt.
  • Exfoliation will remove dead skin cells, providing a closer shave.
    It will also help blades cut hairs more easily, and with less irritation
    to the skin.
  • Regular exfoliation will also open up clogged pores and prevent
    existing razor bump infections, while discouraging the development of the
    new ones.
I’m
seriously hoping this article helps you tackle the issues of after-shave bad
effects, believe me it is not a very pleasant feeling if after shaving you then
pass through some very un-easy experiences.
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