Using certain products or changing your shaving techniques can helptreatand prevent razor burn on your legs.
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What Does Razor Burn on the Legs Look Like?
These bumps occur most commonly in the beard area and those with curly hair.
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Other Hair Removal Options
There are options besides shaving toremove hairon your legs.
These can be irritating to the skin and cause symptoms like burning and stinging.
There are easy, at-home treatments to help you get rid of razor burn and soothe your symptoms.
Gentle skincare practices can also help prevent razor burn especially if you are prone to it.
If razor burn continues to be a problem, consult a board-certified dermatologist for evaluation and treatment.
you could use other methods to remove hair on your legs.
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