When someone shaves their pubic hair, it's not uncommon to get ingrown hairs. These pesky ingrown hairs can then cause pimples. The pimples themselves are annoying, but not necessarily a health problem.
As far as bumps go, benzoyl peroxide can be used externally in the bikini area. To treat bumps once they're there, medicated body washes with benzoyl peroxide can be helpful, says Dr. Farber. If you have sensitive skin, opt for something with benzoyl peroxide 5% or less to prevent irritation.
Answer by dermatologist Lauri Vargo, MD:
If you shave with a razor in your private areas, you've probably experienced it – little white or red bumps that may linger for a couple of weeks or more. The development of small bumps after shaving is fairly common, and in most cases, is not a cause for concern.
This sounds like razor burn, sometimes called razor bumps, which are often red or white in color. It's not uncommon to get these when you shave. If they aren't painful and go away on their own, the bumps aren't likely to be infected. However, it could be folliculitis, an infection of the hair follicles.
Using a skincare product with glycolic acid can help remove pimples after shaving while also preventing them in the future. Salicylic acid is a beta-hydroxy acid (BHA) that helps exfoliate your facial skin. By washing away dead skin cells and reducing inflammation, you give ingrown hairs a way to escape.
Vaginal pimples occur when the pores in your vulva get clogged. Other conditions that could cause vaginal bumps include ingrown hairs, vulvar cysts, varicose veins, and genital warts. Your healthcare provider can usually diagnose whether a bump is a pimple or something else based on its appearance.
Pubic hair tends to be curlier than arm or even head hair, which can lead to ingrown hairs. These pesky ingrown hairs can then cause pimples. If a pimple seems to be getting redder, bigger, more tender, or warm, it could be a sign of infection, and you should see a doctor or nurse practitioner.
When someone shaves their pubic hair, it's not uncommon to get ingrown hairs. These pesky ingrown hairs can then cause pimples. The pimples themselves are annoying, but not necessarily a health problem.
If you start noticing that the pimple-like-bumps around your genitals start getting worse or have pus coming out of them, or if they become painful, see a doctor or nurse — this might be a sign of an infection. Cysts: Cysts are soft, painless lumps that can show up around the opening of your vagina and on your labia.
Sycosis barbae: This is when the whole follicle gets infected after shaving. It causes large, red, pus-filled bumps and can lead to scarring in some cases. Gram-negative folliculitis: This type is caused by the use of long-term antibiotics to treat acne.
typically, razor burn clears up in just two to three days. it can clear up even more quickly if you take steps to treat it asap. razor bumps — which often go hand in hand with razor burn — can take up to two weeks to completely go away, just in case you were wondering.
Most ingrown hairs will go away on their own without treatment after a few days; though, severe cases may take several weeks. Medications may take a few days to see results.
Friction and inflammation contribute to the darkening of the intimate area, and those issues come from many sources. Underwear that doesn't fit well, exercise, walking, and sex all cause friction. Anywhere that skin rubs against something else is likely to experience hyperpigmentation.
Genital warts are usually spread by skin-to-skin contact during sexual activity. It may take from four weeks to eight months, or longer, for warts to appear after contact with the virus. Genital warts are painless bumps that may appear near the genital and/or anal area.
Sort of like your gums and tongue are much darker even if you're pale, so too your vagina and inner labia will be darker. If you have blood relatives with darker skin tones, even if you are pale, that can influence how dark your vaginal mucosa will be. Just know that all vaginas are darker, this is normal.
Shaving with a clogged or unclean razor is a big no-no. Folliculitis is typically caused by bacteria. Folliculitis causes red and white pimples to grow around the hair follicle resulting in that prickly feeling after shaving. Rest assured, mild cases of folliculitis should clear on its own within a number of days.