Natural Remedies for Ingrown Hairs You Can Use in the Shower
Ingrown hairs are painful, annoying, and can leave dark spots if not treated properly. But you don’t need fancy products to deal with them—your shower can be the perfect place to naturally exfoliate, soothe, and prevent ingrowns. Here’s a complete shower routine using natural ingredients to help free those stubborn hairs and keep your skin smooth and bump-free ✨
💧 Step 1: Warm Water to Open Pores
Start by letting warm water run over the area (legs, bikini line, underarms, etc.) for 3–5 minutes. This softens the skin and hair, making it easier to treat ingrowns without irritation.
Why it matters: Warmth opens pores and makes the skin more receptive to the next steps.
🧽 Step 2: Exfoliate Gently (2–3 Times/Week)
DIY Sugar + Olive Oil Scrub
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Optional: 2 drops of tea tree or lavender oil (antibacterial)
How to use:
- Gently exfoliate in circular motions, focusing on ingrown-prone areas.
- Rinse with warm water.
Why it works: Sugar removes dead skin while olive oil nourishes. Tea tree oil helps prevent infection.
🍯 Step 3: Natural Cleanser to Reduce Bacteria
Raw Honey + Aloe Vera Cleanser
Mix:
- 1 tbsp raw honey
- 1 tbsp pure aloe vera gel
Apply like a cleanser and leave it on the skin for 1–2 minutes before rinsing.
Benefits:
- Honey is antibacterial
- Aloe soothes redness & reduces swelling
🧴 Step 4: Natural Treatment for Active Ingrowns
DIY Apple Cider Vinegar Soothing Rinse
Mix:
- 1 tbsp raw ACV
- ½ cup warm water
Pour gently over the affected area after cleansing.
Why it helps: ACV balances skin pH and reduces inflammation and bacteria.
🧼 Step 5: Rinse & Pat Dry (No Rubbing)
After the last rinse, gently pat your skin dry with a clean towel. Do not rub—it can irritate already sensitive areas.
🪒 Bonus Tip: Shower Prep Before Shaving/Waxing
If you shave or wax, always:
- Exfoliate before, never after
- Use a clean razor
- Shave in the direction of hair growth
- Rinse your razor between strokes
- Follow with aloe or witch hazel toner
🌿 Weekly Add-On: Turmeric Yogurt Spot Mask
If you have dark marks from old ingrowns, apply this after the shower, 1–2x/week:
Mix:
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tbsp plain yogurt
- 1 tsp honey
Apply to scars for 10 minutes, rinse off.
💖 Final Thoughts
Ingrown hairs don’t need to be a constant battle. With a consistent natural shower routine, you can prevent them from forming and soothe the ones you already have—while keeping your skin soft, smooth, and glowing 🌸
