How do you manage with hair growing on C-section scar 5 months pp ( sorry for TMI)

Hey, so I’m 5 months pp and when I went to shave I noticed hair growing around and on my c section scar, which is making it quite itchy so I want to get rid of it only problem is my C-section scar is a keloid scar. Has anyone had this before and if so what did you use/ how did you do it? I’m so scared of waxing, shaving or even using creams opening up the scar even though I’m 5 months pp. Any tips/suggestions will be really appreciated!

Tia x

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I started waxing 9 weeks after my c-section and have had no issues with the scar. I don't think hair removal cream could open the scar at this point. Maybe start with a small patch on one side and once you see how you feel, then do the whole bit.

If it’s sweaty and haring will itch more . On my 6 weeks after my C-section. I applied on my scar Vaseline gently to moisture. Then I used removal cream not on my scar .I avoided the scar part and I trimmed with scissors

I get waxed and same thing I have hair that grows on my scar. It’s a continuous thing but waxing makes it easier

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