6 areas you should never use tweezers on
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If you use tweezers incorrectly, you will need to be careful because redness, ingrown hairs, yellow pus, and even infection can occur. [사진= 게티이미지뱅크]I have at least one pair of tweezers at home. It is used to trim eyebrows, but it is also used to pull out hair from all over the body or squeeze out acne. However, this kind of behavior can easily lead to a serious accident. If you use tweezers incorrectly, you will need to be careful because redness, ingrown hairs, yellow pus, and even infection can occur.
According to a report by British media The Sun on the 28th (local time), a man recently reported on the story of being on the verge of death after removing ingrown hair from his groin. Steven Spinale was diagnosed with sepsis after trying to remove an ingrown hair from his groin area, which became infected. He is currently discharged from the hospital and recovering, and as his story spread, the dangers of pulling out ingrown hairs became a hot topic.
London dermatologist Dr Ann Naina warned that using tweezers on areas other than the eyebrows could be dangerous. Here are some parts of the body that can be dangerous to pull out hair with tweezers, as shared by Dr. Nainan:
The hair on my nipples bothers me for no reason.
Most of our bodies are covered with hair follicles, so it is normal for hair to grow around the nipples. However, if nipple hair is bothersome, it may not be wise to pull it out with tweezers. Dr. Nainan explains that this area is very sensitive, so plucking hair from this area can irritate the skin or cause infection. If you pull out a hair with tweezers and the area becomes red, hot, or swollen, you should consult a doctor immediately. If you really want to get rid of nipple hair, I recommend cutting it with scissors.
Strangely, long hair on the mole
When you see long hairs growing over the mole, you feel the urge to pull them out. It’s tempting to run for the tweezers right now. However, Dr. Nainan advises to avoid plucking. It is important to observe moles without disturbing them because they can be a sign of skin cancer. However, if you pull out the hair that grows over the mole, the shape of the mole may change. If the mole has an asymmetrical border, changes color, changes size, scabs, itches, or bleeds differently than before, you should go to the hospital immediately.
Nose hair that is long and annoying
There is nothing harmful about having long nose hairs. Actual nose hairs filter out dust, bacteria, and other small substances so they don’t enter the lungs. It is a valuable defense tool that prevents flies and small insects from entering the nose. Dr. Nainan pointed out that plucking nose hair incorrectly is dangerous as it can lead to scarring and infection. If your nose hair is long and unsightly, it is recommended to carefully trim it with safety scissors or a nose hair trimmer.
hair around the groin
Dr. Nainan explains that the skin around the groin area is very sensitive. Pulling out hair causes a lot of pain. The skin may become red, bumpy, or even increase the risk of infection. Rather than plucking, shaving or using hair removal cream may be a better option. If you want it to last longer, waxing is also a good idea.
ingrown hair
Ingrown hairs can grow in various areas, including the legs and groin. Ingrown hairs appear even when using safe hair removal methods such as shaving or waxing. According to the National Health Service, shaving is the main cause of ingrown hairs.
After shaving, hair grows back into the skin and forms bumps. If it is infected, the bump may become red, swollen, and filled with pus and appear yellow. Dr. Nainan says it may be tempting to pick at the bumps, but he advises against this as this can lead to redness or infection. He explained that a better option would be to exfoliate the skin. Exfoliation helps remove dead skin cells and helps hair grow in its original direction rather than growing back into the skin.
Popping a festering pimple
Aside from pulling out hair, tweezers should also not be used to pop pimples. Sometimes, when I see a yellow pimple, I am tempted to pop it with tweezers. You may even consider it cleaner than using your fingers. However, you should not pop a pimple with tweezers. This is because bacteria penetrate deep into the skin and can spread to other parts of the face, causing more acne. It is better to gently wash your face with a face wash and let the acne heal on its own.
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2024-03-29 11:52:58
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