Top Tips to Combat Folliculitis

Microbiota are microscopic bacteria/organisms that live on the skin, there are over 1000 types that have been identified. Yes, this also includes your face. However, most of these bacteria are harmless, and some even have benefits. Other types that can cause, issues like folliculitis, which is the infection of the hair follicle. Symptoms often manifest themselves as bumps, irritation and redness.

The good news is that light to moderate cases usually do not require medical attention.

Here are some of the more common causes and tips on preventing razor bumps, folliculitis, and shaving irritation.

1. Skin trauma, chronic friction, and excessive sweating

What is skin trauma? Shaving is a great example, and is a common cause of folliculitis (razor bumps). Think about a stainless steel blade or clippers being dragged across the surface of your skin. Even waxing which rips the hair shaft out of the follicle is traumatic. Click here for shaving tips

Chronic friction can be caused by overly tight clothing, which leads to excessive sweating, creating a perfect environment for bumps and irritation.

1. Try to limit tight clothing as much as possible

2. Use a quality facial and body wash with anti-microbial properties

3. Good hygiene and using a sharp clean blade when shaving

Everyone has occasional breakouts it's a part of life, but you can help to prevent the frequency of them by following these steps.