Ingrown hairs, also called razor bumps or Pseudofolliculitis barbae, occur when beard hairs reenter the skin. Ingrown hair affects about 2 in 10 guys and is more likely to occur in men with tightly curled beard hair
To minimize ingrown hairs, use proper shaving technique and shave daily before the hairs have a chance to re-enter the skin. Also, proper hydration before shaving, and use of a sharp, quality razor, can help with razor glide and reduce skin irritation. Use light, gentle strokes, and try to shave with the grain to limit skin irritation.]]>
see also: Razor Bumps or PFB Ingrown hairs, also called razor bumps or Pseudofolliculitis barbae, occur when beard hairs reenter the skin. Ingrown hair affects about 2 in 10 guys and is more likely to occur in men with tightly curled beard hair. To minimize ingrown hairs, use proper shaving technique and shave daily before the hairs have a chance to re-enter the skin. Also, proper hydration before shaving, and use of a sharp, quality razor, can help with razor glide and reduce skin irritation. Use light, gentle strokes, and try to shave with the grain to limit skin irritation.