Aerolase laser treatment for pseudofolliculitis barbae (razor bumps) and chronic ingrown hairs.
Why Aerolase works for razor bumps
The 1064nm wavelength is the gold standard for darker skin tones (Fitzpatrick IV-VI) where razor bumps are most common. It targets the hair follicle without damaging surrounding pigmented skin — the trapped curling hair is permanently reduced and the inflammation resolves. Most patients see significant improvement after 4 to 6 sessions spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart.
Pseudofolliculitis barbae (PFB)
PFB is a chronic inflammatory condition where the hair shaft curls back into the skin instead of growing straight out. It causes painful papules, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, and keloidal scarring on the beard area, neck, bikini line, and other areas where shaving or waxing is regular. Aerolase reduces hair density permanently in those zones, eliminating the trigger.
Pairs well with
Patients with PFB also frequently see post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation from the chronic inflammation, which we can address simultaneously with Aerolase NeoSkin protocols.