Ingrown Hair
Ingrown hair is extremely common, especially in areas like the bikini line, legs, and underarms—particularly after waxing. With the right treatment methods and proper hair removal practices, their occurrence can be significantly reduced.
At Eden Skin Clinic, we offer IPL Laser Hair Removal at our Wimbledon and Kensington clinics, which can be highly effective in preventing ingrown hairs in these sensitive areas.
What are Ingrown Hairs?
Ingrown hairs occur when hair, after being removed by waxing, shaving, or plucking, starts to grow inward rather than outward. When this happens, the hair cannot break through the skin’s surface as it normally would, causing it to curl back and become trapped beneath the skin. This can cause the surrounding skin to become inflamed, treating the curled-back hair like a foreign object.
This inflammation is often visible in the form of small, red, pimple-like bumps that develop at the site of the ingrown hair. In more severe cases, the bumps can become infected, leading to larger, painful pustules that may even ooze pus. If left untreated or further irritated by friction from clothing, such as underwear or tight pants, or by picking, these areas could eventually scar.
Ingrown hair from waxing is particularly common in areas such as the bikini line, underarms, and legs, where the skin is more delicate and prone to irritation. Fortunately, IPL Laser Hair Removal can help treat existing ingrown hairs and prevent new ones from forming.
When you book a consultation with us at our Wimbledon or Kensington clinic, one of our specialists can provide you with more information and advise you on our available treatments.
How to Treat Ingrown Hairs on the Bikini Line, Legs, and Underarms?
At Eden Skin Clinic, we offer IPL Laser Hair Removal as a treatment for ingrown hairs at both our Kensington and Wimbledon clinics. This treatment can target existing ingrown hairs on the face and body and help to prevent future reoccurrence.
IPL Laser Hair Removal works by emitting controlled pulses of light into the skin. This light is absorbed by the melanin (pigment) in the hair shaft and converted into heat, which destroys the follicle. This makes IPL ideal for permanent hair reduction, especially for individuals with darker hair. Typically, 6-8 sessions are needed for optimal results, and occasional maintenance treatments are recommended to keep hair growth at bay. This, in turn, helps prevent future ingrown hairs from developing.
Please note: We do not offer extractions or removals of individual ingrown hairs – our treatments aim to prevent the development of new ingrown hairs. Existing hairs can also be treated with this process as IPL helps to reduce the inflammation and prompt the hairs to shed from beneath the surface.
If you would like to treat and prevent ingrown hairs, please get in touch with us today. Here at Eden Skin Clinic, our IPL Laser Hair Removal treatment is available at both our Kensington and Wimbledon clinics.
Causes of Ingrown Hairs in the Bikini Line, Legs, and Underarms
Waxing can be a major contributor to ingrown hairs in areas like the bikini line, underarms, and legs. When hair is waxed, it is removed from the root, but as it regrows, it can sometimes struggle to break through the skin properly. In these areas of the body, where the skin is either thicker or prone to friction (like the underarms and bikini line), the hair may curl back under the skin rather than growing straight out.
Additionally, these areas are often subjected to frequent waxing or shaving, which can increase the likelihood of ingrown hairs. The bikini line, for instance, is a particularly common site for ingrown hairs due to the sensitive nature of the skin and the regular irritation from tight clothing, such as underwear, swimsuits, or leggings. Similarly, the underarms experience regular friction from arm movements and clothing, while the legs are exposed to shaving or waxing practices that can lead to improperly regrowing hair.
Other contributing factors to ingrown hairs include dead skin, which can clog hair follicles and trap hair beneath the surface, and tight clothing that continuously rubs against the skin, especially in areas like the bikini line and underarms. For individuals with naturally curly or coarse hair, these issues may be even more prevalent, as the hair is more likely to curl back on itself.
Ingrown Hair Treatment Costs
If you are interested in our IPL Laser Hair Removal treatment to prevent and treat ingrown hairs, please get in touch with Eden Skin Clinic today. We would be happy to assess your skin concern and work with you to create a bespoke treatment plan.
Please fill out our online consultation form if you are ready to get booked in for our treatments. We will get back to you shortly to schedule an appointment.
For more information about our prices, please view our prices in Kensington and Wimbledon respectively.
You may also call us at either our Wimbledon or Kensington London clinics. Our expert team would be happy to answer your questions and help you find a treatment that suits your needs.