Ingrown hair treatment

I do not shave my legs but have a bad problem with ingrown hairs. The problem is mostly on my thighs but sometimes shows on lower legs aswell. I wear fairly baggy pants but I do have curly leg hair.I get moderate sized pimple like irritation sites that are fairly painful. Is there anything that I can do to prevent my ingrown hair ?!

[sb0220]

Try exfoliating. I use a body butter from Lush called buffy. It moisturizes and exfoliates.
No need for moisturizer after... go to lush.com and check them out. They also have stores all over.

[chris1289]

Thanks, I will try it         any other info from anyone is greatly welocme

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
Cleanse the area thoroughly and apply a good mild exfoliating scrub on that. Pls keep the area clean and apply some topical antiseptics. Also wear loose-fitting cotton clothing and use an antibacterial soap or mild soap like dove.Avoid any kind of cosmetics. Topical antibiotics such as mupirocin or neomycin containing ointment are also useful.In case the symptoms persist then oral antibiotics may be needed.Pls consult a dermatologist in that case.

Hope it helps. Take care and pls do keep me posted on how you are doing or if you have any additional queries.Kind regards.

[chris1289]

Thank you kindd will try and will post results.   Again Thany you, Chris