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How do you get rid of folliculitis after waxing?

Melissa Jannes
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Melissa Jannes is a Licensed Esthetician and the owner of Maebee's Beauty Studio in Philadelphia, a single practitioner space providing quality services with individualized attention. Melissa is also a National Educator for Universal Companies. She received her esthetics degree at The Beauty School of Middletown in 2008 and is licensed in both New York and Pennsylvania. Melissa won the "Best of Beauty" award from Allure magazine in 2012 for the quality of her bikini waxing.

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If you have an ingrown hair, keep the area clean and dry, exfoliate 2-3 times a week, and use a serum or cream made for ingrown hairs.

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How do you treat hair bumps?

Melissa Jannes
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Melissa Jannes is a Licensed Esthetician and the owner of Maebee's Beauty Studio in Philadelphia, a single practitioner space providing quality services with individualized attention. Melissa is also a National Educator for Universal Companies. She received her esthetics degree at The Beauty School of Middletown in 2008 and is licensed in both New York and Pennsylvania. Melissa won the "Best of Beauty" award from Allure magazine in 2012 for the quality of her bikini waxing.

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Don't pick at an ingrown hair. Sometimes people get bumps after waxing due to a histamine reaction. However, they're usually ingrown hairs or folliculitis, and it's important not to touch or pick at them. Picking at the area can cause irritation and can spread infection. It can also lead to scarring.

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I got it waxed a week ago and I have bumps all over my back. I'm about to get married, how can I cure it quickly?

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What worked for me is applying "Fair n Lovely" (fairness cream) like paste all over the affected area. Don't rub it into the skin, and let it dry. Repeat 2-3 times per day and the bumps should disappear. Applying coconut oil may also help.

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I got my lips waxed for the first time and I've got bumps around them now, how do I get rid of them?

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You can apply aloe vera to the area around your lips. Don't worry, these bumps will go away on their own in a day or two.

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I waxed my thighs and washed them with warm water. Suddenly, there are some large pores that are red and I don't know how to get rid of them immediately. What should I do?

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That is normal, as thighs are a very sensitive area. You could try using any cream or gel that has soothing ingredients or applying ice to the area.

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Can I use aloe gel on bumps?

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Yes, it helps with the pores.

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I waxed my sideburns, and a day later I had bumps on my face. How can I get rid of them quickly?

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Apply aloe vera or tea tree oil. You can buy these at any health food store.

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I have big red pimples on my upper arm. How can I get rid of them quickly?

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Try sea salt. Mix a teaspoon of sea salt with two tablespoons of warm water. If that doesn't work, then you can try tea tree oil.

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What can I do if the wax that I used made my face break out?

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You can use aloe vera and witch hazel to help clear up your skin. You can also use any gentle cleansers, but you should avoid anything that exfoliates your skin until it is all cleared up.

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I had my last wax 3 months ago, Now I have undergrowth hair bumps and dark spots on my bikini area, which is the reason why I stopped waxing. How do I get rid of those dark spots?

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Try exfoliating, moisturizing, and using a cream to prevent ingrown hairs. Combined, these steps should help reduce the dark spots. If not, see your doctor or a dermatologist.

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I got my eyebrows waxed 5 weeks ago and i still have bumps! What should I do?

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Mix the Indian Aztec healing clay with normal water or rose water. Apply the paste to the area until dry (15-20 minutes) and rinse off with cool water. Apply a normal cream that has been working for you. Use ice wrapped in cloth if it is red and itchy. Continue this method for a week. Do NOT mix the clay mask powder with apple cider vinegar.

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I waxed my bikini area and my armpits and 2-3 weeks later I have little white bumps. A little tender feeling. Is this normal and how do I get rid of them?

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It is very normal after waxing - it can give you a tender feeling. Right after waxing, put an after shave ointment on so it won't irritate you as much.

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I waxed my vagina and a day later I had bumps all over. One is painful. How can I get rid of them?

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Sitting in warm bath water (a "sitz bath") will help reduce pain and itchiness. Do not use soap or any bath additive because it will burn and irritate. Repeat sitz bath several times a day. Call a pharmacist to ask for a recommendation of a mild protective ointment or try a first aid abrasion ointment. Do not put near or inside the vagina. It can be used on the mons (fatty pad on pelvic bone) and both sides of the outer labia. If no relief in a couple days, see a doctor at an Urgent Care facility. Don't be embarrassed; this is a common issue.

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