Laser Resurfacing for Razor Bump Scars?

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Latest answer by Harold J. Kaplan, MD
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Is Laser Resurfacing an effective treatment to remove razor bump scars on dark skin?

5 answers to Laser Resurfacing for Razor Bump Scars?

How can I get Rid of Razor Bump Scars?

Hello. The first step is to treat the underlying problem, the hair. Laser hair removal will succeed in getting you to the point where the razor bumps do not exist any more. For laser hair removal in a dark skin type, search out an experienced laser provider that uses the long pulsed Nd:Yg laser as it is well suited for your skin type. Sciton Profile is one example of a device that can be used. We also use the Laserscope Lyra. Once the hair has been... more

Harold J. Kaplan, MD
Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

Laser treatment for pseudofolliculitis barbae

Ingrown hairs can cause bad bumps and even keloids. If the hairs stop growing, some of the bumps, unless they already are keloids, may diminish on their own. Laser hair removal is a great treatment for this. Bumps in general don't respond as well to laser resurfacing and respond better to corticosteroid injections but there are side effects such as discoloration and overflattening with depressions that should be discussed by your doctor.

Ronald Shelton, MD
Manhattan Dermatologist

Is laser resurfacing an effective treatment for razor bump scars on dark skin

Razor bump scars, otherwise known as pseudofolliculitis barbae, is an inflammatory condition of facial or neck skin due to ingrown hairs. That usually results in raised hyperpigmented nodules. Those are best treated with intralesional injections of Kenalog, a cortisone, to decrease the inflammation and size of the lesion, as well as topical medications for hyperpigmentation. I usually combine a low potency cortisone gel, a benzoyl peroxide and a topical antibiotic gel... more

Emily Altman, MD
Short Hills Dermatologic Surgeon