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When I shave, all the hair doesn't come out. What should I do?

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Shaving won't remove all of the hair. Waxing would be a better option if you're concerned about this.

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I shave my armpits every day, and can never get rid of stubble and bumps, even though I use shaving cream. What should I do?

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Shaving every day can irritate the skin, especially sensitive skin under the armpits. Stop shaving for about a week and try to remove ingrown hairs. After a week, you can restart shaving bump-free, though you'll probably want to shave every third day instead of every day to avoid recurrence.

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Is it okay to shave my armpits if I am 11 and I have my parents' permission?

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Yes, but I would recommend you have a parent in the room the first couple of times you do it so they can supervise. You'll be much less likely to hurt yourself this way.

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How often do you have to shave your underarms?

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Everyone's hair grows differently, but in general, underarm hair grows more quickly than leg and other body hair. That means you'll probably need to shave two to three times a week to keep your underarms smooth.

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Why do I have pimples in my armpits?

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They might not be pimples, but rather just general bumps in the skin, which can occur for a variety of reasons. There's no reason to be concerned about them, but you should avoid popping them.

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How do I prevent having "chicken skin" after shaving my underarms?

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Make sure to use lotion after shaving.

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Every time I shave there are still small amounts of hair. I've tried everything to fix it but I can't seem to find a way! What should I do?

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Try using a body scrub before you shave. It will get rid of dead skin cells and will make it easier to shave.

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I'm actually afraid to touch the blade to my skin and wax gives me a reaction of bumps, what can I do?

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Shaving isn't as scary as it seems! Always exfoliate beforehand to avoid bumps and don't go over the skin too many times. Be careful, but shaving is safe in general.

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My hair is pretty rough, and it doesn't remove on waxing. How do I soften it to wax?

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Usually, applying conditioner and shaving with the conditioner once a month should work.

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No matter how much I shave I always end up with more hair the next day so then my skin is never smooth which is embarrassing because I am a dancer and need smooth skin. What should I do ?

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Try using coconut oil! It will help to moisturize your skin. It hydrates skin for 24 hours and helps to improve skin elasticity.

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How can I soften my hair so I can wax it?

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Apply hair conditioner to the area.

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I've had some bumps on my underarms for a long time. Is this razor bumps?

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This might possibly be razor bumps from shaving. Try popping the bumps, and then do not shave for about 2-3 days. After that, try re-shaving. If these bumps reappear, consider seeing a dermatologist.

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Only reason why I don't wear sleeveless dresses is because of underarm hair. I'm afraid to do that because after shaving or waxing, I can't tolerate that irritation. What should I do to reduce it?

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Try putting lotion on your armpits after you finish showering. Baby lotion works, but any kind of lotion should also do the trick to lubricate the area. Be cautious about lotions with alcohol, because that will make the spot you just shaved sting! The other alternative is to not worry about the underarm hair; it's natural.

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