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    What is an ingrown hair?
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    Ingrown hair is a small hair that has skin grown over it. It can look like a small bump with a little, scab-like dot on it.
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    What should I do if I popped a bump and now it looks infected?
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    Treat it like you would any other cut. Wash it with warm, soapy water and air dry. Then apply antibacterial cream and cover it with a bandage.
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    How can I relieve discomfort after plucking ingrown hairs?
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    Put some ice or a soothing aloe gel on the area to reduce discomfort.
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    Can I pop the bumps without scarring or harming my body?
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    Popping anything on your face in general isn't good, because the bacteria from your hands can infect it. Try not to touch the bumps and steer clear of heavily scented stuff that can irritate your skin. If you are really concerned, try to go see a dermatologist.
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    After I pluck my facial hair, how can I prevent it from growing back?
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    Just continually pluck over a period of time, and eventually the hairs will thin out and sometimes even permanently disappear.
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