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mobius25:
First off, let me start by saying that I am great-ful that a website like this exists. I have been lurking on here for a couple of weeks now. It has really changed my mentality on going bald and given me a slight boost in my self-esteem and confidence. Mother nature wasn't too kind to me so I started balding around age 20 and decided to go bald shaving at age 23.

I have been shaving for the past two years gaining experience slowly but I keep fighting razor bumps. I just recently recovered from an unsightly razor bump rash. I think it is because I used the wrong razor for the job and I am an African American male which means ,as I have unfortunately discovered, that we are more prone to pseudofolliculitis barbae.

I read most of the advice given on the forum and stumbled across remedies such as using exfoliating creams, aloe-vera and even squirting lemon juice on the razor bump affected areas. Most of my razor bumps have cleared up but I now have razor bump scars at the sides and back of my head. My top looks fine though there is a little discolouration. I am constantly wearing beanies and hats everywhere I go and this issue is definitely eating away at my confidence.

I now stick to the three remedies above and cut with the grain rather than against as I used to. I'll post pictures of my head and hoping for some advice from anyone who has been through this. I'm considering using bump-stopper 2 but I'm holding back till I get some feedback on it.I'm just curious as to how Dave chappelle, Tupac shakur, Tyrese and all these other black celebs keep their domes looking so fresh, clean and clear while mine looks like a horror show.

Sorry for the long post but I had to vent my frustrations. Any and all help is appreciated. Thank you and keep it sly.

Sir Harry:
Welcome, brother! I have a few scars albeit more from surgery than from razor bumps themselves. I have discovered that when I use a shaving brush and shaving soap (headslick also works well with a shaving brush) mixed in with shave secret from Walmart, I get razor bumps few and far between. Some good after shave remedies that have worked for me are  rubbing an ice cube after shaving and some apple cider vinegar to name a couple. If your scars are unbearable see a dermatologist. Good luck!

mobius25:
Thanks for the reply SlySirHarry. Ill try your remedies out and see what happens. I have considered seeing a dermatologist but the waiting line is too long. Can the scars heal in time or are they permanent, just wondering, thanks!

Sir Harry:
Well I don't think scars "heal" 100%...but the appearance can be minimized if you use a scar cream like Mederma . Most dermatologists require an appointment but at least you're guaranteed that time slot. average wait is 3 days out. Good luck

Rich:
Sorry to hear about your struggles. The unfortunate truth about discolorations is that they take a while to fade. There are a few things you can do to speed up the process, but it will still take some time. Definitely do not use lemon juice.  This is highly acidic and will trigger irritation and actually slow down the healing process. Regular use of an exfoliator with salicylic acid can help to speed up the healing time by exfoliating the surface layers of the skin and it will also prevent ingrown hairs. Salicylic acid is also an anti-irritant.  Look for a product with with antioxidants like Vitamin C, Vitamin A, and Niacinamide aka Vitamin B3, these ingredients help to strengthen the skin and can help fade discolorations. You can also look for a product with the active skin lightening ingredient hydroquinone, but this is a stronger ingredient so if you do decide to use it, test it on a small patch of skin first. If you’re dealing with a lot of discoloration that have been in place for a long period of time, say over 14 months, consider getting a prescription of Retin-A which is a stronger form of vitamin a that works quickly. I’m not familiar with the bump stopper product.

To prevent razor bumps be sure to use quality products that are fragrance free and free from common irritants found in men’s products. Things like menthol, eucalyptus, sage, lavender, and citruses are irritants you should steer clear of. Use salicylic acid regularly. Also try shaving with fewer blades. More blades do not equal a better shave. I really like the Gillette Excel with 2 blades.

Hope these tips help.

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