Ingrown Hairs

Pseudofolliculitis barbae
Pseudofolliculitis barbae is a type of folliculitis. nown as shaving rash or razor bumps. It is a foreign-body inflammatory reaction surrounding ingrown facial hair, which results from shaving. The problem occurs more commonly in people who have curly hair.

Treatment
· Initially, let the beard grow for 30 days to eliminate ingrown hairs.
· Use a polyester skin-cleansing pad twice a day. Or, use a moisturising shaving foam.
· When you resume shaving, use a single blade razor. Double blade razors cut the hairs too short allowing them to grow in.
· Alternatively, use electric hair clippers or a razor with an attachment that leaves the cut hairs long. Aim to have a 5 o'clock shadow immediately after shaving.
· Shave in the direction of the follicle, not against it. Do not stretch the skin.
· At night, apply a lotion containing glycolic acid to the affected areas. This exfoliates the surface skin cells and reduces the likelihood of new inflamed spots.
· If you have severe pseudofolliculitis barbae, ask your doctor whether a prolonged Consider laser hair removal. This is much more effective than any other measure.

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