As part of our articles on plaque psoriasis treatment, from our advice on managing psoriasis, today let's talk about hair removal.
Ladies, when spring is just around the corner, it's time to get your legs out in the air to enjoy the pretty rays of the sun ! Hair and sun don't rhyme together, so it's time to tackle spring cleaning.
Gentlemen, chest, back and bikini line hair removal is increasingly trendy, especially for athletes, you are also concerned by this article.
Hair eradication is not incompatible with psoriasis. Please note that even if hair removal by hair removal is not recommended in your case, you can perfectly shave, or use a depilatory cream.
Itching, feelings of irritation, who has never experienced this situation after the shaving stage? In case of psoriasis, this daily habit can become a real ordeal. Don't panic, here we give you the right tips to limit the risks of discomfort linked to hair removal.
Hair removal: to be avoided in case of psoriasis
Generally speaking, the different hair removal methods consisting of pulling out the hair should be avoided in cases of psoriasis. Here are the different reasons.
Tweezers and electric epilators to ban
It is common for the use of an epilator or tweezers to cause small lesions or irritations on the skin. If you have psoriasis, we do not recommend using this material as the slightest scratch is likely to cause Koebner phenomenon. This means you could end up with new psoriasis lesions on areas of previously healthy skin.
Psoriasis and hair removal: avoid wax
Hair removal with hot wax is not recommended. The change in temperature would cause irritation to your skin, already weakened by psoriasis. Not to mention the aggression that pulling out hair represents for sensitive and reaction-prone skin, this also applies to cold wax hair removal.
Generally speaking, there are many tips for living with psoriasis on a daily basis, and helping to reduce psoriasis. Friction and attacks on the skin should generally be avoided. It is essential to be vigilant with the materials of the clothing worn which can be aggressive.
Shaving skin affected by psoriasis: precautions
Shaving: an effective method to reduce the risk of psoriasis flare-up
The disposable or electric razor seems to be the most appropriate tool to get rid of your hair if you suffer from psoriasis. Take care to use an effective razor with two blades with a protective strip so that you pass only once per area so as not to irritate the skin.
However, be careful to handle your razor delicately to avoid any risk of cuts. If you have psoriasis skin, a small cut could trigger a psoriasis flare-up. Take extra care when hair removal on folded areas such as the groin or armpits, which are more easily subject to lesions.
In case of exposure to the sun, these recommendations are even more important.
Avoid psoriasis scales when shaving!
Scales, small whitish films located on the surface of a psoriasis plaque, must be avoided when shaving. The more we remove the scales, the more the skin feels attacked... You risk worsening the condition of your psoriasis. If you have patches on your legs, make sure to also go around the flaky areas when you shave so as not to irritate them. Generally, hair grows significantly less in these areas. On these plates, use our Pso Natura Regenerative Complex to treat them. You can then shave these healthy areas again. Its effectiveness of 94% on psoriasis earns it the status of Medical Device.
In case of tattooing, usually the hair no longer grows in these areas, so you will not need hair removal.
Moisturize your skin while shaving with alcohol-free products
In case of psoriasis, it is essential to use a cream, soap, or oil when shaving, in short a non-aggressive substance which will act as a buffer between the blade of your razor and your skin. Dry shaving could damage your skin. Be careful though, lotions containing alcohol dry out and irritate the skin. Knowing the composition of the products you use is very important. So, you will have understood, the mention “alcohol denat” in the list of ingredients should be avoided!
Psoriasis and hair removal: before and after shaving, remember to moisturize your skin well
To perfect your shave, it is essential to intensely moisturize your skin before and after. We advise you to use our Pso Natura Rich Restructuring Cream which helps day after day to hydrate, nourish and repair the epidermis of your skin. Its treatment properties will help fight psoriasis. Also know that alcohol causes dehydration of the skin, think about it, and also consider balancing your diet to limit psoriasis flare-ups.
What to do if you experience skin reactions after shaving?
If you notice the appearance of redness on the skin, the first instinct should be to generously moisturize your skin, several times a day. If the redness persists or worsens, it will be appropriate to consult a dermatologist. It is essential to act for your skin, but also for your morale. The psychological impacts on one's own perception of others can go as far as trough. A different physical appearance sometimes causes discrimination, we might as well react and remedy the problem.
Depilatory cream: a possible solution for psoriatic skin
Hair removal cream can sometimes be suitable for psoriatic skin. This is also the method that Sylvie, founder of the labs, uses. Due to the chemical composition of this product, it is essential to test it first in the crook of the arm or behind the ear. We are all different, and some of us will be more prone to reactions than others. The depilatory cream has the advantage of being inexpensive and acting quickly, in 10 minutes, hair removal is complete. The swimsuits or party outfits are yours. This method is not recommended in case of pregnancy.
Let's summarize our hair removal advice in case of psoriasis
Hair removal, which consists of violently removing the hair bulb, should be avoided. All hair removal methods will remove the upper layer of the epidermis, which is therefore not recommended in the case of psoriasis.
Hair removal cream can be an effective method, but be careful with the composition of your products which can be irritating if you are prone to reactions.
The razor seems to be the most appropriate technique, provided you moisturize your skin before and after. For maximum comfort, remember to apply Pso Natura Rich Restoring Cream before and after shaving. Also be careful to avoid removing dander with the blades.
These tips are worth thinking about.
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