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How do I stop getting razor bumps from ingrown facial hairs?

Got a beauty dilemma? Our expert is here to help. This week, Malik wants advice on a problem that particularly affects men with Afro hair

This can cause pseudofolliculitis, or razor bumps, which is more common with , as shaving can cause the hair shaft to stretch and recoil back into the skin. Start with a gentle exfoliating facial cleanser to get rid of the dead skin cells that can block follicles. swells hairs and makes them less likely to curve back into the skin, so hold a warm compress over your face for a few minutes.

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