Kapanlagi.com - Women usually feel embarrassed and uncomfortable with their leg hair when it grows thick. Of course, those who want a practical and quick solution will shave their leg hair using a razor.
When it's like this, the shaved skin usually feels dry and irritated. This can be very annoying because it feels itchy and turns red. Worse yet, this irritation can damage your skin, and that can be very dangerous.
Of course, there are tips to overcome irritation that occurs on the skin due to shaving. What are these tips? As reported from various sources, here are 5 safe and practical tips to overcome irritation after shaving leg hair. Let's check them out.
1. Aloe Vera
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The first tip to overcome skin irritation is by using aloe vera. This method is practical and safe for your irritated skin caused by shaving activities. It is because aloe vera contains fatty acids that are beneficial for soothing inflamed skin.
In addition, aloe vera gel also provides a cooling sensation, which can reduce the burning and itching sensation caused by irritation. You only need to apply aloe vera gel regularly to the irritated skin on your feet or hands, so that the affected skin can quickly recover.
2. Ice Cube
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The next tip to overcome skin irritation is by using ice cubes. This is because ice cubes can close open pores and eliminate redness on the irritated skin. Additionally, ice cubes can provide a cooling sensation to relieve heat and itching on the skin.
This method is effective and practical, as you only need to apply ice cubes to the irritated skin. Apply it regularly to quickly get rid of the irritation on your skin.
3. Tea Bag
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It turns out that tea bags can also be used as a tip to overcome irritation on the skin after shaving your legs. This is because tea bags contain tannic acid which functions as a natural anti-inflammatory substance.
You can use used tea bags to treat irritation on your legs. The method is quite easy, you just need to put the tea bag in the refrigerator and leave it for a few minutes. After that, apply it to the irritated skin area regularly to quickly reduce the irritation.
4. Hydrocortisone Cream
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The next tip to overcome skin irritation is by using hydrocortisone cream. It is known that hydrocortisone cream can treat irritation, inflammation, and itching on the skin. However, if the irritation feels severe, it is advisable to consult a doctor first.
In addition, this cream is also not intended for use on sensitive areas such as the vaginal skin. You can consult a doctor first if you want to use it in that area.
5. Hot Water Compress
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And the last tip to overcome skin irritation is by doing a hot water compress. This is done as the initial step after you feel itching and stinging when shaving. Hot water compress can help soothe inflamed skin after shaving.
You only need to soak a small towel in hot water, and apply it to the area of ​​the skin that feels itchy after shaving. You can also add a little salt to the hot water to speed up the healing process.
Those are 5 tips to overcome skin irritation after shaving legs safely and practically. You can do this regularly, so that the irritation on the skin can quickly subside. Good luck.
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