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Stop ingrown hair ... For those of you who regularly shave or pluck unwanted hair, you may notice that shortly after the hair is removed, small bumps may appear. These bumps can become red, itchy and discolored. The resulting skin infection is called pseudofolliculitis barbae, but it is more commonly known as 'ingrown hairs' or 'razor bumps'. This problem can affect both men and women, and can occur on any area of the body where hair is removed. Anyone with coarse hair can develop this condition, however, it is more prevalent in people of African or Hispanic descent, whose curved hair follicle and curly hair are contributing factors. One simple treatment option is to adapt your shaving technique by using electrical clippers that cut the hair about 1mm above the skin's surface. Alternatively, if you prefer shaving with a blade razor, don't press too hard against your skin. More tips on:   Shaving

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