Body · Pattern guide

Ingrown hairs & razor bumps

Itchy bumps after shaving or hair removal. Guidance, not a diagnosis.

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What it looks like

Signs

raised itchy bumpstrapped hairafter shavingcoarse or curly hair

What may help

Options

shave with hair growthfewer razor passescool compresspharmacist advice

When to get help

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A very painful, hot or swollen area, fever, chills or feeling unwell needs medical review.

Reviewed 2026-07-22

Sources.

NHS · Ingrown hairs

Products

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