How can I get rid of razor bumps?

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2 answers to “How can I get rid of razor bumps?”

A: Razor Bumps

William J. Hedden, MD

The best thing for razor bumps is exfoliation the day after shaving. If you shave everyday use an exfoliant to shave with. Another idea, Tend Skin is a topical solution you can put on after you shave. It usually helps with the bumps, be careful though because it can burn sometimes. If all else fails, Laser... more

A: Getting to the root of "hair bumps"

Harold J. Kaplan, MD

"Hair bumps" are a common problem for both male and females alike. Certain ethnicities are also more prone to developing more pigmentation (dark spots) from this condition. It is not uncommon to see this on medium to darker skin types in areas where the hair is most coarse such as the face or bikini... more

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April from RealSelf
1216 posts
26 May 2009

Hi Butterman, My waxer recommended a product called Tend Skin to me. It works pretty well on razor bumps (not 100% but noticeable improvement). It can really dry out your skin though, so I usually alternate Tend Skin with an exfoliating lotion every other day (I use Jergens Skin Smoothing or Dove Pro Age).

Good luck, and if all else fails: laser hair removal.

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