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November 18, 2021 4 min read
Working at Kent of Inglewood, one of the best parts of my day is when I hear someone say “Shaving? Man, I hate shaving.”. I enjoy this moment so much because I was once that person. Meeting that person means I get to make their day by showing them a way to shave that doesn’t suck and can actually be quite fun!
One of the big reasons folks dislike shaving is ingrown hairs. Ingrown hairs truly suck; there’s no way around that. The red, sore, itchy bumps that can crop up after a shave are uncomfortable and unsightly. Nobody likes them.
When I switched to shaving with a safety razor and brush, my ingrown hairs disappeared almost completely! I was shocked, but I didn’t want to look a gift horse in the mouth, so I didn’t question it. Nowadays, I’m more comfortable with my routine than I was when I started, and ingrown hairs began cropping up again after my lazier shaves. Determined to put a stop to them for good and help others with the affliction, I set to researching so I could eliminate ingrown hairs for good.
So what causes ingrown hairs? I’m going to teach you and give you a few tips for preventing and treating them.There are many causes, and like any issue, dealing with the root cause is the most effective approach. Ingrown hairs occur when hair gets trapped under the skin, and your body treats it as an infection. Prevention is all about stopping your hairs from getting trapped under your skin or being able to dig back into your skin.
A good lather and preshave will go a long way to reduce all kinds of shaving irritation, including in-growns.
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Like I said, shaving with a single sharp blade and good products will make a world of difference. In general, good skin care is crucial to practice, and it’ll clear up a lot of what ails you. Consider grabbing yourself a good face wash and moisturizer; I guarantee it’ll help.
If you’ve tried everything I’ve suggested and somehow it’s still not working, I do have one magical elixir that you have to try. I know because I still get the odd ingrown, and this stuff has saved my vanity.
Kent of Inglewood Ingrown Hair Serum is the ultimate solution to ingrown hairs that just won’t quit! Made from natural ingredients in Calgary, AB, everyone needs this stuff in their medicine cabinet. Tea tree oil and witch hazel break up the infection with antibacterial, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, while aloe vera and avocado oil soothe and repair the skin. The perfect 1-2 punch solution!
We haven't been able to confirm, but we're pretty sure this stuff is just bottled magic.
I hope this article helped improve your shave. Our goal is always to help you have the best shave possible, so if you’re ever having trouble, don’t hesitate to reach out!