How to Stop Ingrown Hairs and Razor Bumps
Shaving daily causes micro-trauma to the skin, leading to trapped hairs, painful red bumps, and dark scarring. We offer professional waxing and IPL solutions to stop the cycle of ingrown hairs permanently.
When you shave, you cut the hair off at a sharp angle. As it grows, instead of piercing the skin surface, the sharp edge curls back under the skin, creating an infected, inflamed bump.
We remove the hair from the root. Waxing pulls the entire follicle out, meaning when the hair slowly regrows, it has a soft, baby-fine tip that easily breaks through the skin. For a permanent solution, IPL stops the hair from growing entirely.
How Galeo Guides This Journey
Every concern needs a thoughtful treatment path. We use consultation, skin or treatment assessment, and realistic planning to guide clients toward the most suitable next step.
Why waxing is better than shaving
Waxing completely removes the hair root. It takes 3 to 4 weeks for the body to forge a new hair. Over time, the follicle becomes weaker, meaning less hair grows back, and the hair that does return is significantly softer.
The Ultimate Solution: IPL Hair Reduction
If you want to be completely free of ingrown hairs forever, IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) is the answer. By targeting the melanin in the root, IPL permanently destroys the follicle's ability to produce hair. No hair means no ingrowns.
Post-care is crucial
We don't just remove the hair; we educate you on post-care. We stock specialized exfoliating scrubs and salicylic acid solutions that gently dissolve dead skin, ensuring fine regrowth never gets trapped.
Recommended Treatment Options
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Brazilian wax hurt?
While not entirely painless, we use premium, low-temperature hard wax that shrink-wraps around the hair without sticking to the skin, massively reducing the pain associated with traditional strip wax.
How long must my hair be to wax?
Hair needs to be about the length of a grain of rice (roughly 2 weeks of growth) for the wax to properly grip the root.
Can IPL work on blonde hair?
IPL targets the dark pigment (melanin) in the hair. It is highly effective on dark hair but generally ineffective on very light blonde, grey, or white hair.
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