Originally Posted by
visceral
Bump.
Does anyone have any suggestions on preventing folliculitis? It seems that I have a breakout on the back of my scalp near the hairline everytime I get a tight fade or taper. I've tried some antibiotics like clindamycin, and anti-inflammatory creams like hydrocortisone but it takes 7+ days to fully treat. Salicylic acid shampoos don't seem to aide, at least not with my usecase.
I'd recommend using the cream right after getting your tight fade or taper, usually helps for me.