Help with shaving legs

I have always had really sensitive skin, but lately it's so painful to shave my legs that I don't even want to anymore. After I shave (with new razors and shaving cream) I get red bumps that BURN and sometimes bleed. I have light irish skin and my legs look disgusting! For a few days after it looks like I have a terrible rash. It isn't on the back of my legs at all, and not really even on the sides. It's just the top.

Does anyone have any miracle product that can help me? I've tried the venus razors, the intuition and every cream and lotion that I can think of.


Someone please help!
I'm going to have to wear pants all summer long so no one sees my legs!

Re: Help with shaving legs

wow! I have never heard of shave bumps so bad that they bleed maybe you should see a dermatologist?

have you tried applying cream on your legs right after you get out of the shower?

Re: Help with shaving legs

i have the same problem.... the derm diagnosed it as folliculitis - inflammation of the hair follicles.

I shave with an anti-bacterial/microbial wash (called Hibiclens)


and I use a new razor (disposible) EVERY TIME I shave - I got the 160 pack at Costco or BJs.

I get it every summer....hot weather aggravates it further.



I spend most of my summer in long skirts, pants, and capris.

Re: Help with shaving legs

Posted by SweetestOfPeas

wow! I have never heard of shave bumps so bad that they bleed maybe you should see a dermatologist?

have you tried applying cream on your legs right after you get out of the shower?

Re: Help with shaving legs

thanks for the help!