Clinicians who shared this product
Here are a few insights and recommendations from clinicians who use our products in their daily practice and recommend them to their patients.
Dr. James Mitchell, DO
Atlanta, GA
I've been recommending this to my patients with pseudofolliculitis barbae for several months now. The combination of glycolic and salicylic acid for follicular clearance alongside niacinamide to interrupt the post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation cascade is well-formulated. Most patients report significant reduction in new lesions within two weeks. It's rare to find a single product that addresses both the ingrown and the PIH simultaneously.
Dr. Julian Mevs, DO
Washington, D.C
For melanin-rich skin, managing PFB without exacerbating hyperpigmentation is the real challenge. Most over-the-counter options are alcohol-based and compromise the skin barrier. This formulation avoids that entirely. The niacinamide and hyaluronic acid support barrier repair while the exfoliating acids prevent re-entry. I've incorporated it into my treatment plans for patients with Fitzpatrick IV-VI skin types with consistent results.
Dr. Simone Lafleur, NP-C
Houston, TX
What differentiates this product clinically is the multi-mechanism approach. Exfoliation to prevent transfollicular penetration, anti-inflammatory agents to reduce the melanocyte response, and vitamin C to address existing hyperpigmentation. I recommend it as a first-line topical for mild to moderate PFB before considering prescription retinoids. Several of my patients have been able to discontinue clindamycin after consistent use.
Dr. Renée Achille, MD
Brooklyn, NY
I see Black men with ingrown hairs and post-shave scarring daily. Most have been cycling through products that strip moisture and worsen their barrier function. This is the first OTC product I've recommended that patients actually stay compliant with — no burning, no dryness, visible improvement in dark marks within 30 days. The ingredient profile is clean and the formulation makes clinical sense.
Dr. Nathan Osei, MD, FAAD
Baltimore, MD
I specialize in skin of color and the biggest frustration my male patients express is that their dark spots outlast the bumps by months. This is the first topical I've found that genuinely addresses both phases concurrently. The salicylic acid keeps the follicles clear, the hyaluronic acid supports hydration without occluding, and the vitamin C accelerates pigment normalization. My patients actually stick with it because it doesn't burn.
