How to solve all of your armpit woes this summer – from irritation to ingrown hairs

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We’ve learnt that scalp care should be treated as an extended form of skincare, and now armpits are set to be given the same treatment.

Considering it’s such a sensitive area of the body, most of us probably forget to pay our pits the TLC they need. Whether you suffer from dryness, irritation or ingrown hairs, it’s often not until it’s too late that we look into why our underarms are suffering.

Luckily, there are new breeds of pit-perfect products that promise to soothe, cleanse and purify. Here, we take you through all of the solutions to your underarm issues… If you suffer from: dryness and irritation Armpit irritation can range from minor itching and redness to eczema outbreaks.The first thing you want to look at if you’re suffering any form of irritation is your choice of shower gel/ soap and your deodorant.

Sometimes those delicate areas can react to chemicals, so in that case you should: Opt for fragrance free formulas and/or try a natural deodorant Shower or bath in lukewarm (not hot) water Try using a soothing oatmeal-based moisturiser at night if you’re getting dry patches Invest in shower products for delicate skin that are dermatologist recommended If you suffer from: odour Armpit odour is by no means unusual – and if any of us skip a shower or a spritz of deodorant we can fall foul to it – however, if you feel like your underarms never seem to smell particularly fresh, despite frequent washing and deodorant application, they might benefit from a deep cleanse.