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  1. 07-31-2012, 01:39 PM #1
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    Red spots from waxing????

    Since getting in shape recently I decided tio wax just my arms. I have done it twice now and I have developed red spots all over both arms? they do not have any white heads so not sure if it is acne. anyone had a similar experience or have advice?
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    Quote Originally Posted by stevet68
    Since getting in shape recently I decided tio wax just my arms. I have done it twice now and I have developed red spots all over both arms? they do not have any white heads so not sure if it is acne. anyone had a similar experience or have advice?
    Probably folliculitis. Common with waxing. Often caused by bacteria entering the exposed pore when the hair follicle is removed. Can lead to a low grade infection which would appear as pimples in a cluster. It will usually clear in days. Best not to squeeze any pimples if they form as this can cause the infection to spread.
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  3. 07-31-2012, 05:29 PM #3
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    It has been over a month since waxing and all my hair has grown back. I am reluctant to go again
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    Quote Originally Posted by stevet68
    It has been over a month since waxing and all my hair has grown back. I am reluctant to go again
    I gave up waxing because of the folliculitis.
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    What do you do now?
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  6. 07-31-2012, 06:09 PM #6
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    Shave....as annoying as it is. My body just doesn't take waxing well. I've discussed laser on here before but the costs are prohibitive for the surface area involved most of the time.
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    I get the bumps or redness from shaving also. Brand new 5 blade fusion
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    Any ideas?
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    Use neosporene after waxing and the spots will not come. Are you new to waxing?
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    Yes, only the 2nd time in the past 10 years

    Will the neosporine help with the current red spots?
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  11. 08-02-2012, 02:25 PM #11
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    I get red spots from waxing too, but they go away in a day or two. I almost never wax now. I use a body groomer and cut it close. I like it because you cant see hair, but dont deal with waxing and shaving issues like irritation, ingrowns, etc
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    Quote Originally Posted by gearbox
    I get the bumps or redness from shaving also. Brand new 5 blade fusion
    Only from the new blades or previously as well?
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