Bad rash after shaving my legs

[g84]

Hi, I have been having this problem for a while. After shaving my legs, I usually end up with a pretty bad rash; my skin becomes very very itchy, inflamed and I get some red bumps in some places, and colorless bumps as well

 

I know it's not unusual for people to get some shaving bumps/irritation, but mine seems really severe. The irritation can last for two or three days.

 

-I always shave with something moisturizing

-I also moisturize well after shaving

-I use a good/new blade when i shave

-I try to be gentle when i'm shaving

 

What do you think could be causing this

 

When I shaved this evening, I tried something a bit different tho. I decided to exfoliate my legs beforehand (someone suggested that i should do that) i mixed in a little bit of sugar with my soap to act as a natural exfoliator. My legs feel ok for now, but the rash usually pops up within 3-4 hours, so i don't know yet.

 

thanks for any help!

[waveseer]

Afterwards, try aloe vera instead of lotion, it works well for me and it dries smooth, not sticky.

[JadedStar]

I think you are using that new razor blade too rough> Be much more gentle with it. You are pressing down to hard most likely. The only time i get a rash is with a new blade and i am not being gentle enough.

[MissIndigo]

I have very sensitive skin and especially around this time of year I can experience problems like you are describing. The cold, dry weather exacerbates the symptoms.

 

So I make sure that I shave always after a warm bath, and make sure to use a shaving foam/gel that doesn't have fragrance or colors that may irritate my skin even more, as I'm allergic to a lot of chemical additives. Sometimes, I just have to use Aveeno soap liberally if I'm shaving with a straight razor.

 

If all else fails, you may want to invest in a quality electric razor. You'll have to shave more often but the savings on the condition of your skin may be worth it--I know it is for me!

[laisla]

i usually get that too. it's only when i shave&shower that it happens. do you shave in the shower? maybe if you do it without being in the shower and then just use a washcloth to wipe off the shaving cream, it could help.

[g84]

thanks everyone for your suggestions!

I think that i'm pretty gentle when i shave, but i might have to be more gentle i guess. I might also try applying aloe vera as well.

I usually shave outside of the shower, but i've heard that shaving in the shower is better (since the warm water softens the hair follicles). This time i did it in the shower though. It's now been a few hours, and there is no sign of irritation yet. Maybe the exfoliating helped a bit?

[g84]

I was wrong...my rash reappeared

[ghost69]

i saw something on tv last night for a little pad thing you can just rub in circles instead of shaving. not sure if it really works though. dam, i can't think of the name now.

[MissIndigo]

Sounds like an electric razor may be the way to go for you. I've never experienced any nicks or skin irritation using one of those. Remington makes a great product for women, give it a look and see if it's something that may be a good option.

[JeckyllNHyde]

oh no. i used to get these in the past. those bumps left me with a few mild scars on my legs so i suggest not scratching or picking at them.

i didnt read all other responses but how long have u been shaving ur legs?

you could be getting plain razor bumps like some people get on their bikini lines