Ingrown Hair

  • Ingrown hair treatment by Hibiscus Monkey
     

    Ingrown Hair Treatment

    Eliminates ingrown hair and soothes shaving irritation

    Ingrown Hair Treatment

    Eliminates ingrown hair and soothes shaving irritation
    ₹689.00
    30ml
  • Rice and shine body exfoliator by Hibiscus Monkey

    Rice & Shine Body Exfoliator

    Exfoliates impurities, smoothens
    bumps and skin

    Rice & Shine Body Exfoliator

    Body Exfoliator

    Exfoliates impurities, smoothens
    bumps and skin
    ₹899.00
    100g

What causes ingrown hair?

Ingrown hair happens when a shaved, waxed, or tweezed hair curls back and grows sideways into your skin instead of upward. Your body sees this hair as an intruder, and your skin reacts by getting irritated, red, and forming a painful, itchy bump. 

They commonly appear where you remove hair more often, such as the bikini line, underarms, and legs

Tips for preventing ingrown hairs

  • Always use a sharp, single-blade razor, shave in the direction the hair grows, and rinse your blade often.
  • A warm compress or shower before hair removal can open the follicles and soften the hair, making it an ideal ingrown hair remedy.
  • Avoid tweezing individual hairs, as this can break hairs unevenly beneath the skin's surface, increasing the likelihood of ingrown hairs.
  • Keep your skin hydrated and soft so new hairs can easily push through the outer layer of the skin.

Guide to Ingrown Hair Removal

Don’t Use Needle

The safest way to handle an ingrown hair is to open the pore and let the hair come out naturally.

Exfoliate Gently

If the area isn't too inflamed, use a gentle scrub like Hibiscus Monkey's Rice & Shine Body Exfoliator 1-2 times a week, by massaging lightly in circles on wet skin. It contains rice, which removes dead skin cells without harming your skin.

Apply an Ingrown Hair Treatment

After cleaning the area, use a targeted ingrown hair cure with active ingredients. Hibiscus Monkey’s Ingrown Hair Treatment oil uses natural salicylic acid to gently exfoliate within the pore, dissolving dead skin and unclogging the bump.

Wait and Moisturize

The hair will usually free itself within a few days. Continue moisturizing your skin (preferably before applying the hair ingrowth treatment) to strengthen your skin barrier. For best results, you can use the Hibiscus Monkey Velvet Spray In-Shower Moisturizer. It deeply penetrates your skin and keeps it smooth and bump-free.

Why choose Hibiscus Monkey's Products?

Our products are designed to tackle the entire ingrown hair cycle, from prevention to clean-up. The Rice & Shine Body Exfoliator is your proactive step, offering gentle, natural exfoliation that preps the skin without harsh chemicals.

The Ingrown Hair Treatment, on the other hand, acts as an effective discoloration and razor bumps treatment. It uses natural, plant-based salicylic acid to get results while nourishing ingredients like Tamanu and Borage oil strengthen your skin barrier. 

Our products are made with 100% natural and plant-based ingredients and free from synthetic fragrances, making them a gentle yet powerful choice for even sensitive skin.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product is best for ingrown hairs?

The Hibiscus Monkey Ingrown Hair Treatment is an ideal remedy for ingrown hairs, using natural salicylic acid to unclog pores and skin-friendly ingredients such as Borage Oil and Tamanu Oil to reduce inflammation. For prevention, regular, gentle exfoliation with a product like the Rice & Shine Body Exfoliator is key.

How to avoid ingrown hair after waxing?

Avoid exfoliating for 2-3 days after your wax appointment to allow the area to recover. Moisturize your skin well and use our ingrown hair treatment to prevent and cure ingrown hair.

Do ingrown hairs heal naturally?

Yes, most mild ingrown hairs will resolve on their own once the hair grows out. However, they can take a long time and sometimes cause infection or leave dark marks. Using gentle exfoliation and a targeted treatment, such as the Hibiscus Monkey In-grown Hair Treatment, can accelerate the process and prevent scarring.

What is the fastest way to fix an ingrown hair?

The fastest, safest way is to use a natural ingrown hair cure, such as the Hibiscus Monkey Ingrown Hair Treatment, applied daily, which encourages rapid cell turnover and unclogs pores. Avoid picking or digging at the hair with tweezers or needles, as this can cause scarring and infection.

What causes ingrown hairs?

Ingrown hairs are primarily caused by hair removal methods where the hair is cut or pulled below the skin line. When new hair grows back, the tip is sharper. If the skin is clogged with dead skin cells, the hair curls back into the skin, forming a bump.