Shaving is the most popular underarm hair removal method. It is easy, painless, takes only a few minutes, which is why it is preferred by many women and men. We usually shave by moving the razor up and down the armpit. The result in most cases is skin irritation, redness, itching, ingrown hairs, and other types of discomfort that bother us.
According to Miami-based dermatologist Dr. Alicia Barba, quoted by purewow.com, this is why shaving causes such irritation to underarms. It is also the reason why ingrown hairs and a burning sensation after shaving appear.
How to reduce irritation after shaving?
If you use the correct shaving technique, it will reduce irritation and ingrown hairs on your underarms after shaving. You should use an X-shaped razor to shave across your armpit, according to Dr.Barb.
This method helps to reduce irritation and reduce ingrown hairs because underarm hair does not grow in the same direction as it does on the legs and arms, but rather grows in different directions.
Underarm shaving is most effective when done in a sideways motion. This not only covers all hairs growing in different directions, but also makes the skin smooth and protected from irritation.
Why does this technique work?
The X-shaped underarm shaving technique is effective precisely because it covers the growth of all hairs without repeated repetition of movements, which is the cause of irritation. An X-shaped shave helps remove all hairs with less movement and therefore less irritation to the skin in this delicate area. If you shave this way, ingrown hairs are also reduced, according to Dr.Barb.