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Itchy armpits after shaving help

bbclassicsbbclassics Posts: 7,806
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After shaving under my arms - it often itches. I'm not using a dull bade so am unsure why this is happening. Is there a sort of after shave for women for this? Maybe a cream or balm someone could suggest?

If any one knows of a cream/balm that works for sensitive skin that would be a life saver.

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  • nattoyakinattoyaki Posts: 7,080
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    Aftershave is astringent (irritating to the skin - ?) isn't it?

    As a guy I don't use it for that - it makes my sensitive skin much worse if I rub it in to my chin after after I shave! I get lumps where I've shaved and general irritation. I use it (or EDT) for body misting and a nice aroma only.

    Have you tried something like coconut oil (it's also antibacterial, but you have to wait a little while for it to be absorbed because it's an oil) or (I don't know much about this but have heard good things) milk of magnesia?

    <edited to add> Try something alkaline and gentle rather than harsh and acidic like aftershave.
  • bbclassicsbbclassics Posts: 7,806
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    I have some coconut oil somewhere so will give that a try thanks
  • tigerowltigerowl Posts: 687
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    I find this stuff really, really good.

    https://www.amazon.co.uk/Earthly-Body-Soothing-Miracle-30ml/dp/B004MSPQ0U
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