Home Remedies for Razor Burn on Legs

Razor burn refers to a painful or itchy red rash that occurs after hair removal. It does not necessarily have to be from shaving with a razor. Women often have razor burn on their legs after waxing and depilatories. It can be quite unattractive and painful. There are home remedies to help with razor burn on legs.

Lotion

There are special lotions and gels made for after hair removal that address the problem of razor burn and ingrown hairs. Aloe vera, either as an ingredient or in concentrated form, soothes and heals skin and is perfect for legs.

From the Refrigerator

Strawberries, used as an antiseptic, are good for razor burn on the legs, especially when mixed with sour cream. Peeled potatoes can also be applied to the area to help the irritation.

Vinegar

Vinegar can help with the inflammation of razor burn and help protect from infection. Apple cider vinegar has been proven especially useful.

Prevention

The best remedies for razor burn on legs actually prevent it from happening at all: shaving after a (short) shower; using a new razor and shaving in the same direction as hair growth will help keep razor burn from appearing.

Considerations

It is best not to remove hair again until the razor burn has healed. Using any form of hair removal on razor burn will irritate the condition.

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