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Ingrown hairs can be painful and a nuisance. They typically affect people with thick, curly hair, and can become infected if left untreated. But, how should they be treated and can they be prevented? Preventing ingrown hairs can often be managed at home, though there are times when a visit to the doctor may be appropriate. This article explores ways to treat and prevent ingrown hairs, to reduce discomfort for people who experience them.

Every product is independently selected by obsessive editors. Razor bumps are basically ingrown hairs , which can pop up anywhere you remove hair, and often occur on more delicate areas where the hair is coarse, like the bikini line. Luckily, there are lots of products out there that you can use before and after waxing and shaving to help prevent or eliminate irritation — including some products that you might have assumed were only for the face but are more versatile than we thought. We talked to nine aestheticians, waxing experts, and dermatologists to hear which creams , gels , and serums to reach for in the days after waxing or shaving, and other steps you can take to stave off razor bumps in the first place.