Dr. Mathew Avram answers the question: 'Treating Ingrown Hairs After Shaving?' July 1, 2009— -- Question: Is there a good way to avoid or treat ingrown hairs on my neck and face after shaving?

After shaving, hair can grow back under the skin and beneath the surface, leading to a small, pimple-like bump known as ingrown hairs or razor bumps. Ingrown hairs can cause redness, swelling, and ...

The dreaded bumps can occur anywhere you shave, wax or pluck. Here’s how to avoid them. Credit...Joyce Lee for The New York Times Supported by By Erica Sweeney Q: I get ingrown hairs every time I ...

Every morning, millions of people grab their razors and unknowingly set themselves up for a day of skin torture. What should be a simple grooming routine turns into a battlefield where your skin loses ...

Hair grows out of pores, small openings in the skin that secrete sweat and sebum (oil). An ingrown hair cyst occurs when dirt or oil blocks off a pore, causing a hair to become trapped. This leads to ...

Whether you’re waxing or shaving any area, ingrown hairs and razor bumps are practically inevitable. But what are ingrown hairs and razor bumps, and why do they happen? With this in mind, folks are ...

Looking for smooth, flawless skin? One of the biggest obstacles can be painful, stubborn ingrown hairs. These raised bumps not only cause discomfort but can also become infected or even leave scars ...

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Learn how to prevent razor bumps and ingrown hairs with proper shaving habits, tools, and aftercare for smoother skin. Shaving shouldn't come with itchy bumps and painful spots, but for many people, ...

Q: I get ingrown hairs every time I shave. Can I get rid of them? A: It’s a common issue: Your freshly shaved, waxed or plucked skin appears smooth and hairless – until pimple-like bumps crop up days ...