Cure facial redness after waxing - tips

Video: Treatment options to get rid of redness after waxing - Dr. Rasya Dixit

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Waxing is a quick and effective way to get rid of facial hair, but unfortunately it can also cause irritation and rashes. If your facial skin becomes red and itchy or dry and flaky after waxing, you probably have dermatitis. Waxing can also lead to folliculitis, which can manifest itself as a rough growth from ingrown hair or an infection of the hair follicle. You can treat this fairly common rash with medications and home remedies, and prevent the rash in the first place by taking precautions before and after using wax. If severe or recurring, see a dermatologist and / or a professional to remove facial hair.

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Method 1 of 3: Calming rash caused by exposure

Determine if you have contact dermatitis. Contact dermatitis can occur when the skin is damaged or irritated by something, such as hot wax application. You may experience redness, itching, a rash, or blistering if you use the wax that is too hot or the wax has an improper consistency.
- If there is swelling, pain, or burning sensation, stop waxing at home and consider waxing a professional.
Use a cold compress. Soothe skin right after using the wax by applying an ice pack. To maintain results longer, you can soak a washcloth in cold water and apply it to the irritated skin in batches for 15-30 minutes. Repeat this therapy as many times a day as needed.
- Do not apply ice for more than 20 minutes at a time. After you remove the ice pack, wait for the skin to warm up and return to normal before continuing to apply.
Wash your face with cool water and a gentle cleanser. Soothe facial skin by washing gently with cold water. Use an oatmeal cleanser or mix 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of baking soda with 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of water to make a gentle cleanser.
- Oatmeal cleansers have anti-inflammatory properties, so they are especially helpful in soothing irritated skin.
- Baking soda gently cleanses the skin and helps relieve itching.
Moisturizes the skin. After washing your face, apply a mild, fragrance-free moisturizer to the affected area. Look for a moisturizer that is free of dyes, perfumes, parabens, and oils. Apply moisturizer to your face while your skin is still damp.
- Moisturizers containing ceramide may be especially helpful in treating contact dermatitis.
Apply steroid ointment. Try over-the-counter steroid lotions and ointments, such as 1% hydrocortisone cream, applied 1-2 times daily for 4 weeks.
- If an over-the-counter ointment doesn't work, your doctor may prescribe a stronger topical medication or an oral corticosteroid.
Apply calamine lotion or cream. Calamine lotion is used to relieve itching and irritation caused by contact dermatitis. Calamine lotion can be used as many times as you want to reduce itching. Calamine works in part by drying out irritated skin, so you may need to moisturize after use.
- Calamine lotion works best when applied immediately after cleansing and damp skin.
- If you want, you can mix calamine lotion with a moisturizer to get two benefits at the same time.
Avoid scratching. They can be very itchy, but it's important not to scratch to avoid further irritation to the skin. Keep fingernails short and / or put gloves or socks on your hands while you sleep so that it can be difficult if you accidentally scratch during sleep.
Seek medical attention if there is a serious reaction. If your skin reacts seriously after waxing, or if the rash doesn't respond to home remedies and over-the-counter medications, you may need to see your general practitioner or doctor. Dermatology. Make an appointment with your doctor if:
- The rash causes such intense pain or discomfort that you cannot sleep or interfere with daily activities.
- The rash did not improve for 3 weeks.
- The rash spreads beyond the skin that has just been waxed.
- You have a fever or have pus-filled blisters.
- Lungs, eyes or nose feel irritated.
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Method 2 of 3: Treatment of folliculitis

Determine if you have folliculitis. Folliculitis occurs when the hair follicles become infected, or when the hair grows into the skin instead of outward (ingrown hair). You may have folliculitis after waxing if:
- You have red spots or blemishes around the hair follicles in the area where the hair has been waxed.
- Red, painful, or inflamed skin.
- Itchy or burning skin.
Rinse skin. Wash your face gently with hot (but not hot) water and a mild antibacterial cleanser. Remember to use a clean washcloth every time you wash it. Wash your face 2 times a day. Pat dry a clean towel after washing it.
- Look for a cleanser that is free of dyes, perfumes, and parabens.
- Cleanses containing tea tree oil may be helpful in treating and preventing folliculitis.
Moisturize the skin after cleansing. Use a mild moisturizer that is free of dyes, perfumes, and parabens. Choose lotions formulated for sensitive skin, such as Cetaphil or Lubriderm.
Use a warm compress. Soak a soft washcloth in warm water and squeeze out the water. Apply a towel to the affected area 3-6 times a day for 10 minutes each time. This can help reduce inflammation and also help drain fluid from pustules and blisters.
Apply antibiotic ointment. Treat the inflamed skin with an antibiotic cream or ointment such as bacitracin or triple-antibiotic cream. Carefully follow the instructions on the package or ask your doctor how to use it.
Apply lotion to treat itching. Oat-based itching lotions or calamine lotions are good options for relieving itchiness caused by folliculitis. Avoid treating itching with hydrocortisone cream, as this product can cause a fungal infection.
See a dermatologist if you have severe folliculitis. If your folliculitis rash is painful, has spread, or doesn't go away with home care after a few days, see your dermatologist. Your doctor may remove ingrown hair and / or prescribe topical or oral antibiotics if folliculitis is caused by a fungal or bacterial infection. They may also give you medicine to reduce inflammation.
- If you have a fungal or bacterial infection, do not use a washcloth to wipe other parts of your body, as this can spread the infection.
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Method 3 of 3: Prevent rashes and skin irritation

Kill death celk the night before waxing. Gently exfoliating before waxing can help prevent ingrown hairs and folliculitis. The day before waxing, wash your face with a mild facial scrub. Don't scrub - just use your fingertips or a clean washcloth to gently massage your face with circular motions.
Use clean utensils every time you wax wax. Reusing hair removal tools or not performing proper cleaning measures can spread fungi, bacteria, and even viruses that can cause a rash. Always wash your hands and face before waxing, and never reuse the applicator twice. If you are waxing at a salon, make sure the technician wears gloves and uses properly stored sterile tools.
Use a cold compress right after waxing. Immediately after using the wax, place an ice pack or cold pack on the area that has just been waxed for 15-20 minutes to help soothe the skin. Cooling the skin also helps close pores and hair follicles, while also preventing bacteria from entering.
- Aloe vera gel product that cools the skin after waxing can also sooth irritated skin, preventing redness and pimples.
Avoid touching the skin that has just been waxed. While it may be tempting to touch the smooth skin that has just been waxed, too much can irritate the skin and bring bacteria to the skin. Don't touch your face unless necessary (for example, when washing your face or applying moisturizer) for a few days before your skin recovers.
Use an oil-free moisturizer. Before and after waxing, use a gentle lotion that contains no colors, perfumes, and oils. These ingredients can irritate the skin and clog pores. Instead, use a mild moisturizer like aloe or witch hazel.
Avoid exercising right before and after hair removal. Excessive sweat production can clog pores, irritate skin and cause pimples. If you need to exercise, do it before you wax or wait a few days for your skin to recover from the wax.
Try different hair removal methods instead of wax. If waxing regularly causes a rash or pimples, you may want to consider using another method. Try using a facial hair removal cream or consult a specialist to see if you are suitable for laser hair removal.
- Laser hair removal is not a good option for shaping eyebrows. Use an eyebrow hair remover or another method, such as plucking.
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