2 citations
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June 2013 in “Lasers in surgery and medicine” In this study, the hot-wire hair removal device (no!no!) was found to be no more effective than shaving in reducing hair density, regrowth rate, or altering hair characteristics.
17 citations
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July 1977 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Proper shaving techniques and specific topical treatments can help manage pseudofolliculitis barbae.
2 citations
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December 2024 in “JAAD reviews.” This review article outlines grooming practices and treatments for pseudofolliculitis barbae, noting that while discontinuing shaving is an effective approach, those who cannot do so may benefit from adjusted shaving techniques, chemical depilatories, or laser therapies.
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March 1990 in “PubMed” This study found that shaving was the most helpful and commonly used temporary hair removal method among women with facial hirsutism.
2 citations
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May 2004 in “SKINmed/Skinmed” This article discusses pseudofolliculitis barbae but reports no new research findings.