The Black Man's Guide on How to Prevent Hair Bumps After Shaving

Unfortunately, hair bumps and Black men go together like peanut butter and jelly. Also known as razor bumps, ingrown hairs, or pseudofolliculitis, hair bumps affect an estimated 80% of Black men. They often occur on the face, beard, or neck area, places that are frequently trimmed or shaved.

Like acne, picking or rubbing the bumps can cause them to burst, resulting in noticeable scarring, hyperpigmentation, and even infection. Because of this, it's best to avoid disturbing the hair bump and allow it to go away on its own, which is often easier said than done. 

Thankfully, Butter by Q's Smooth Operator Butter offers Black men and women a natural path to smoother, hair-bump-free skin. As a 100% natural, chemical-free product, Smooth Operator targets the underlying causes of hair bumps in Black men and stops them in their tracks. If you struggle with hair bumps, razor bumps, or ingrown hairs, continue reading to learn how to achieve smoother, clearer, hair-bump-free skin after shaving. 

Curly Hair & Other Causes of Ingrown Facial Hairs in Black Men? 

Razor or hair bumps occur when newly shaven hairs grow back into the skin to cause tiny, raised bumps, inflammation, or pus-filled bumps. Because Black men and women have curly hair, we are 50 times more likely to have ingrown hair bumps, resulting in scarring. Causes of hair bumps in Black men and women include:

1. Curly hair texture that curls back into the skin after cut, causing the immune system to treat it like a foreign object. It triggers inflammation and the development of bumps. 
2. Shaving facial hair against the grain or too closely can create sharp ends of hair follicles that penetrate the skin. The closer you shave your skin, the more likely hair will grow back into the skin and cause ingrown hair. 
3. Ingrown hairs happen when dead skin cells clog your hair follicles, which traps newly-cut hair underneath the skin's surface.
4. Chemical irritants and shaving friction can also cause inflammation and irritation. These two factors make it easier for hairs to grow back into the skin and cause razor or hair bumps. 

How Does Butter by Q's Smooth Operator Help Prevent & Manage Hair Bumps

While hair bumps can be a common and frustrating issue, Butter by Q's Smooth Operator Butter is a preventative solution to stop hair bumps. This potent, all-natural, chemical-free product features vital ingredients that target the underlying causes of ingrown hairs. With Butter by Q's Smooth Operator, you can regain control over your skin, say goodbye to hair bumps, and repair damage from previous ingrown hairs. Check out four ways Smooth Operator Butter helps prevent hair bumps and delivers smoother, softer, better skin. 

Moisturizes and Soften Your Skin to Prevent Ingrown Facial Hairs

Butter by Q's Smooth Operator Butter features powerful, natural ingredients that deeply moisturize and nourish your skin, such as: 

• Shea Butter
• Mango Butter
• Avocado Oil
• Jojoba Oil
• Apricot Oil 

Rich in dynamic fatty acids, vitamins, and nutrients, these ingredients create a barrier that locks in moisture while softening the skin and facial hair. Smooth Operator Butter makes it easier for curly hairs to grow out of your skin instead of curling back in to cause irritation and ingrown hairs. The ingredients quickly absorb into your skin without leaving a greasy residue. The result is softer, more moisturized skin that is significantly less likely to experience razor or hair bumps.  

Anti-Inflammatory Properties Help Calm and Soothe Irritated Skin

Shea butter, jojoba oil, and rosehip oil's inflammatory properties help calm the skin and limit inflammation. It helps prevent swelling and skin irritation contributing to hair bumps and ingrown hairs. These anti-inflammatory effects can be vital in minimizing hair bumps in Black men prone to razor bumps. 

Reduces Scarring and Promotes Healing of Skin Damaged by Ingrown Hairs 

Rosehip oil is a potent, all-natural emollient containing fatty acids and antioxidants. It's notorious for helping with scarring and hyperpigmentation. Rosehip oil promotes skin regeneration and can help heal scars from hair bumps you've had over the years. At the same time, improving the tone and texture of your skin can reduce the likelihood of additional scarring from new hair bumps.

Natural Ingredients with Non-Comedogenic Properties 

All ingredients in Butter by Q's Smooth Operator Butter are non-comedogenic, meaning they will not clog or block your pores. Specifically, jojoba oil is very close in structure to your skin's sebum, the natural oil produced by your skin. It helps prevent the over- or under-production of sebum that contributes to acne and ingrown hairs. In addition, jojoba oil is a natural exfoliant that removes dead skin cells and promotes cell turnover. 

Because Butter by Q's Smooth Operator Butter keeps your pores clear and skin moisturized, it helps reduce the likelihood of hair follicles becoming clogged, which is a common reason for ingrown hairs. 

How to Use Butter by Q's Smooth Operator Butter? 

Using Butter by Q's Smooth Operator Butter to prevent ingrown hair bumps is easy. Apply it at night after you shower to slightly damp facial skin. If you have a skincare routine, implement the Butter by Q's Smooth Operator Butter as the final moisturization step. For example, 

1. Wash your face two to three times & exfoliate your skin
2. Use skin toner
3. Apply medications
4. Apply Butter by Q's Smooth Operator Butter

4 Tips to Prevent Ingrown Facial Hairs, Razor Bumps & Hair Bumps

In addition to using the Butter, additional tips to prevent and manage ingrown hair bumps

1. Don't shave too close. Use clippers to trim your facial hair to a longer length. Avoid shaving it close to the skin.
2. Always shave with the grain of your hair. When you shave, cut in the direction your hair grows.
3. Make sure to exfoliate your skin. Exfoliation removes dead skin cells and helps prevent clogged pores, lowering the chances of ingrown hairs. 
4. Treat currently active hair bumps. Use topical salicylic or glycolic acid to help exfoliate your skin and lower the likelihood of ingrown hairs. 

Prevent Ingrown Hairs & Get Smoother Skin with Smooth Operator Butter

Remember, prevention is the best strategy for dealing with hair bumps, ingrown hairs, and razor bumps. With the unique combination of ingredients in Butter by Q's Smooth Operator and regular skincare practices, you can proactively prevent hair bumps and heal skin damaged by scarring.

Try Butter by Q's Smooth Operator Butter today, or explore all of our 100% natural hair and skin care products.