Hey. At around 8pm last night, I put Nair on my upper lip and chin. I washed it off 4 mins later, and it left a rash. Now, I have scars that look like acne, I used Aloe Vera today. When will it diminish? Will it diminish by Friday? How can i make it disappear faster?
Hello. Thanks for writing to us at Chat Doctor This rash is the result of Irritant contact dermatitis to the hair removal cream. Hair removal creams are notorious for causing irritant reactions. Instead of using aloe vera, If I was the treating doctor, I would have asked you to apply a moderately potent topical steroid e.g. fluticasone propionate 0.05% cream, twice daily for the next few days. Steroids are anti-inflammatory and therefore are effective and should make it fine over the next 3-5 days. An OTC oral antihistamine e.g. cetirizine 10 mg once daily will provide you symptomatic relief from discomfort. Avoid using soaps on face till the rash heals. You may use a gentle cleanser Or just plain water. Regards