When we call the "ingrown" hair , it is because it has failed to pass the barrier of the dermis. This may be due to its corkscrew shape , too dry skin or growing in the wrong direction. Ingrown hairs often appear after a waxing session. It is often seen after shaving the skin, using an electric epilator or waxing. However, not everyone is susceptible to ingrown hairs . Indeed, depending on the type of skin you have, you may never have any. Some skins are thicker than others. Similarly, clothing that is too tight can accentuate the appearance of ingrown hairs, since friction on the skin contributes to thickening it.
Ingrown hairs can cause very painful inflammation. They are then red, then the infection when it spreads, can take the form of a cyst . If you get to this point, it's important to see a doctor. To prevent the appearance of ingrown hairs , some habits are good to take :
