What’s the first thing that pops into your head the second I say skincare? You’re thinking about your face, hai na? Most of us do this, we consider skincare to only be about our face and forget all about the rest of our body. But you know the one spot that’s the most forgotten? The armpits. Underarm skincare is rarely talked about and not many people have a skincare routine for their underarm. But time and again, skincare enthusiasts have spoken up about the importance of having an armpit skincare routine. And no, this isn’t just a marketing gimmick to get people to buy more products, armpit skincare is extremely essential in order to prevent seasonal problems and skincare problems in order to be able to throw your hands up in the air without having to worry about anything at all. Here’s everything you need to know about underarm skincare.
1. Daily Cleansing
Just like our face, our underarms also need to be cleaned properly. The armpits are known as the intertriginous zone, this means that due to the folding of the skin, this part of our body has a lack of airflow which means that it’s prone to being moist and becomes a breeding ground for bacteria and fungus. This is why it’s essential to clean your armpits properly while taking a bath. You can also use underarm cleansers for this.
2. Exfoliation Is Essential
Just like the rest of our skin, the underarm area also needs exfoliation. But you don’t have to exfoliate the armpits every day, you can do that once a week or so to remove the deep-seated bacteria and dead skin cells and give it the nourishment it needs.
3. Moisturise Away
Keep the skin around your armpits moisturised, hydrated and nourished by applying a good moisturiser after cleansing it every single day. On days when you exfoliate your armpits apply it after exfoliating. Our underarms go through a lot with all the product usage and the harsh hair removal techniques. This is why it’s essential to keep it nourished.
4. Pick Your Deo With Care
The shelves are full of different varieties of deodorants and the process of finding a deo that suits your skin and your body is all about trial and error. You may have to kiss a few frogs before you find the prince. But remember to avoid any product that causes irritation and leaves residue on your skin or clothing and look for a deodorant that has a minimal amount of chemicals. Make sure to check the ingredients of your roll-on deo as well.
5. Masking Matters
Yepp, your face isn’t the only thing that needs a mask, your armpits need it too. Indulge the skin around your underarm by applying a nourishing and moisturising mask. You can always use a specific underarm skincare product of you can your usual face mask (provided it’s a moisturising one) or you can simply DIY it.
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6. Hair Removal Care
Waxing and hair removal creams are a tad bit too much for the sensitive skin in your underarms and can lead to inflammation and infections. This is why one has to be extra careful with hair removal methods and opt for less stressful methods like shaving or laser hair renmoval but even with shaving, it has to be done in a gentle manner. Use your razor in gentle strokes and if you’re going for armpit wax, ensure that the strip is pulled in the right direction and is followed by a proper post-care routine.
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