Folliculitis is red bumps and pimples that can occur after shaving. Common areas include the scalp, neck, chest, back, and inner thighs. Folliculitis looks a bit like acne, and it usually improves with similar treatments.

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Simple Skincare Routine

We all want healthy skin, especially on our face - looking younger, with less acne, smaller pores, and smoother skin. Many will try to convince you that you have to spend a LOT of money and have a complex regimen. They really just want your money. Here is a simple regimen that makes a big difference.

Dandruff (Itchy Scalp)

Dandruff is common and annoying, causing visible flakes or itchiness or both. But medicated dandruff shampoos really help, if you know how to use them.

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Dry feet (cracked heels)

Dry feet affect people in winter and summer, especially the heels. Cracked heels are very painful when lotions, soaps, dirt, or chemicals get into them. Over-the-counter options can be very helpful to combat the dryness.

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Acne

There are two main types of acne: 1) blackheads and whiteheads, and 2) pimples and cysts. Each requires different treatments, but good over-the-counter options are available if you know how to use them.

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Facial dandruff (seborrheic dermatitis)

Scalp dandruff is common and annoying. The same rash that causes dandruff can happen on the face too. Medicated dandruff shampoos really help, if you know how to use them. Learn more here.

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Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation

Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation is a temporary darkening of the skin that has been inflamed or injured. It doesn’t itch or hurt, but most people with it do not like how it looks. It gets worse with sunlight. The sun is hard to avoid, but a combination of over-the-counter options + daily sun protection can really help.

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Pseudofolliculitis (a.k.a. razor bumps)

Pseudofolliculitis (a.k.a. razor bumps or shaving bumps) is red bumps that occur after shaving, waxing, or plucking hairs. It is more common in skin of color when hair is naturally curly. When curly hair is shaved close to the skin, the hair curves back into the skin, irritates it, and causes red bumps similar to ingrown hairs to heal with scars or dark marks. Learn more at MSESK.com.

Folliculitis is red bumps and pimples that can occur after shaving. Common areas include the scalp, neck, chest, back, and inner thighs. Folliculitis looks a bit like acne, and it usually improves with similar treatments.

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