General Hair Removal: Preventing Ingrowns and Scarring

General hair removal can lead to painful ingrown hairs and scars if not done correctly. From sugaring and turmeric methods to managing unwanted facial hair in women, proper exfoliation and ingredient awareness are essential for smooth skin.

Ingrown Hair that Is Now a Bump

Published Jul,18 2017 | By James Young

Shaving causes many instances of ingrown hairs or pseudo-folliculitis, but shaving isn't the only culprit. Anything which cuts or breaks body hairs slightly below the surface of the skin could trap the hair and trigger the condition.

James Young began writing in 1969 as a military journalist combat correspondent in Vietnam. Young's articles have been published in "Tai Chi Magazine," "Seattle Post-Intelligencer," Sonar 4 ezine, "Stars & Stripes" and "Fine Woodworking." He has worked as a foundryman, woodturner, electronics technician, herb farmer and woodcarver. Young graduated from North Seattle Community College with an associate degree in applied science and electronic technology.