Pseudofolliculis Barbae (Shaving Bumps); Ingrown Hairs – Real Cause, Treatment and why Black Men are Disproportionately Affected

Shaving Bumps (Pseudofolliculitis Barbae; Razor Bump,Shaving Bumps (Pseudofolliculitis Barbae; Razor Bump,Ingrown Hairs) is a major skin care issue for shavers ofall genders and racial groups. Over 500 million men andwomen are plagued by shaving bumps to differing degreesworldwide.This article will show that the widely held view that ShavingBumps are caused by “ingrown” hairs – wiry, curly hairs thatcurl and grow back into the skin” is not possible based on thestructure of the Stratum Corneum contrary to what is claimedand published by many.