What Causes Rash On Legs Post Shaving?

Posted on Fri, 3 Oct 2014

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Fri, 3 Oct 2014 Answered on

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Question : Every time I shave my legs I always get a rash and then can't shave them again because my legs don't clear up properly because they are full of this rash and cuts! It's embarrassing because I can't wear short, dresses, skirts. What can I do?

Answered by Dr. Saumya Mittal (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
I think waxing may be the solution

Detailed Answer:
Hi
I am Dr Mittal.
I have read your query.I think I may have a good suggestion that you can use.

Many people have sensitive skin.
The shaving products don't suit them well.
Alternatively, the razor blades may be infected.

I think the better way may be to try waxing or bleaching or both.
For rashes, you can get lactocalamine lotion and try a short course of anti allergens.

Best of luck.
Dr Mittal.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar