Ingrown Hairs 101

Let’s Talk Ingrowns

Few things are more frustrating than dealing with ingrown hairs. You’re expecting smooth, glowing skin, but instead red bumps, irritation, and sometimes pain. It’s not only uncomfortable, but it can affect your confidence too.

The good news? Ingrowns are common, preventable, and manageable when you know what to do.

What Causes Ingrown Hairs?

Ingrowns happen when hair curls back or grows sideways into the skin instead of coming out. Common culprits include:

• Shaving too close to the skin.
  
  

• Dead skin blocking the follicle.
  
  

• Tight clothing rubbing against freshly waxed or shaved areas.
  
  

• Naturally curly or coarse hair types.
  
  

How to Prevent Them

Exfoliate Regularly
Use a gentle scrub or exfoliating mitt 2–3 times per week. This removes dead skin that can trap hairs under the surface. 

Moisturize Daily
Hydrated skin = healthier follicles. Choose a lightweight, non-comedogenic lotion or oils. 

Wear Loose Clothing After Waxing
Give your skin room to breathe, especially in areas like the bikini line.

Stay Consistent with Waxing
The more you wax, the more your hair grows back finer and straighter, reducing the chance of curl-back.

Body Party Pro Tip

We carry aftercare products specially designed to fight ingrowns like our Pretty Kitty exfoliating scrub and our ingrown hair inhibitor serums that are gentle enough for daily use but powerful enough to keep bumps away. Ask us about them at your next appointment!

Bottom Line

Ingrown hairs don’t have to ruin your smooth skin journey. With the right care, you can prevent them and keep your glow going strong.

Book your next wax at Body Party and let us guide you to smoother, bump-free skin.