A member asked:

Got big and small red dots in my legs after shaving. didnt use shaving cream. what to do? is it because of the shave or not using shaving cream?

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Folliculitis: Shaving with a dull razor or shaving without lubricant can cause the base of the hairs to get pulled slightly out of the shaft, causing redness and irritation. Using hypoallergenic soaps or shave creams and applying moisturizers after shaving can help reduce this.

Answered 5/19/2014

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