Great question — and one that comes up a lot in the HS community! Hair removal can be tricky when you're managing HS, especially in sensitive areas like the groin, inner thighs, and underarms.
Here's what many people with HS tend to experience with common hair removal methods:
- Shaving — Many find this worsens flare-ups Show Full Answer
Great question — and one that comes up a lot in the HS community! Hair removal can be tricky when you're managing HS, especially in sensitive areas like the groin, inner thighs, and underarms.
Here's what many people with HS tend to experience with common hair removal methods:
- Shaving — Many find this worsens flare-ups. A myHSteam member shared, "DO NOT SHAVE! ONLY TRIM!" Another said they stopped shaving altogether on their doctor's advice
- Trimming — Often recommended as a safer alternative to shaving, as it avoids direct skin contact with a blade
- Waxing — Generally not recommended for HS-affected areas, as it can irritate already sensitive skin and potentially trigger flares It's worth noting that everyone's HS is different — what works for one person may not work for another.
The safest move is to check with your dermatologist before trying any hair removal method, especially in sensitive or frequently affected areas. They can give personalized guidance based on where your lesions tend to appear and how active your HS currently is.
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