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![]() | The Basics: Razor bumps (otherwise known as pseudofolliculitis barbae) are | |
![]() | a very common problem, particularly in men with curly hair. As the hairs grow back, they actually curve and pierce the skin creating a foreign body-like reaction that results in redness, irritation and bumps. | |
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Shaving creams/gels: In general gels seem to work better than creams. There are many products available that contain moistruizers and other ingredients like lanolin, vitamin E, and other (see below). Prevent regrowth: There are a few ways to help prevent regrowth of the hairs that create the problem. One way is a prescription medication known as Vaniqa. This medicine does not remove hair, but it can slow down regrowth and may help to decrease the formation of razor bumps. In addition, the use of laser hair removal can help decrease pseudofolliculitis. Key
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