How Do You Deal With Underarm Rash?
Underarm rash is irritating, painful and embarrassing. For women that shave their underarms, the discomfort that can result from bumpy, itchy and inflamed underarms can linger for days. Although there can be some serious reasons for underarm itching and irritation, like ichthyosis and even melanoma, the most common reasons for underarm bumps are a reaction to shaving, bacteria, your deodorant or a combination of all three. The following suggestions will help you avoid breakouts and minimize the discomfort and duration of those breakouts that do occur. To get a jump on the problem, start now to develop a safer and more sanitary razor maintenance regimen. Use a sharp razor. The chafing action of a dull razor can cause irritation that can lead to folliculitis. Shave in the direction your hair grows. This can be tricky to determine, but a little close scrutiny and some practice will help. Keep the razor blade dry. The moist surface of the blade is a breeding ground for bacteria. A dry razo