This method is especially effective when you pair it with another treatment option. A hot shower or sauna has a similar effect as a warm washcloth.

Alternatively, take the gel from inside an aloe plant leaf and apply it to your neck for about 30 minutes. Repeat as necessary. Aloe vera is also antibacterial, which helps prevent the razor bumps from getting infected.

If the oil is irritating your skin, dilute your mixture with even more water or try a different treatment method. Tea tree oil is anti-inflammatory and soothes swelling or redness around your razor bumps. It’s also antibacterial, which helps prevent infection.

Exfoliating cleansers often include sugar, salt, ground up fruit pits, or tiny beads that manually rub and remove dead skin. Instead of an exfoliating cleanser, try using a washcloth or gentle brush to rub away dead skin cells and guide short hairs out of clogged pores. Regular exfoliation is a great way to get rid of and prevent future razor bumps on your neck.

Try to avoid using a chemical exfoliant immediately after shaving since it can burn or irritate freshly shaved skin. Look for products with the terms “alpha hydroxy acid” (glycolic acid) or “beta hydroxy acid” (salicylic acid).

Manual removal only works if the hair is visible or protruding from the razor bump. If the hair isn’t visible, picking and poking at the bump with tweezers can cause more injury, irritation, or infection.

Stop shaving areas with visible razor bumps. Shaving over or around bumps can cause more irritation and skin damage.

If you don’t have time for a shower, hold a warm, wet towel or washcloth to your neck for about 5 minutes to get a similar effect.

If you’re concerned about acne, look for a shaving cream that is safe for acne-prone skin (they’re usually oil-free or have acne fighting ingredients like salicylic acid).

Keep your razor bacteria-free by sanitizing with alcohol before and after a shave. Shave with the grain of your hair in short single strokes. Try not to shave over the same patch of skin multiple times if possible.

If you don’t have an electric razor, just use less pressure with your regular, manual razor blade to avoid cutting the hair too short. [12] X Research source Read the instructions for electric shavers to know when to replace the blades.

If your aftershave burns or stings, don’t use it again. Look for another product designed for sensitive skin or with moisturizer.