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The occasionalingrown hairis nothing out of the ordinary.

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For those withhidradenitis suppurativa(HS), however, that’s not the case.

It’s important to note that the symptoms of HS are much more serious than the traditional ingrown hair.

All we know is that the hair follicles are not maturing appropriately."

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Gohara suggests that the way you apply your cleanser is as important as the cleanser itself.

“There should be no scrubbing or using loofahs,” she says.

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Ahead, some dermatologist-approved cleansers that clean well without further irritating skin that is prone to hidradenitis suppurativa flare-ups.

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“CLn Bodywash is a great one with antibacterial properties,” Gohara says.

For best results, cleanse the skin for one to two minutes before rinsing away.

One of Gohara’s favorites, she notes its moisturizing finish and barely there aroma.

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Additionally, this lush, foaming cleanser will ensure that skin is properly free of dirt and bacteria.

A little bit goes a long way, so one bottle is guaranteed to last you quite a while.

Safe enough for twice-a-day use, it leaves skin clean, moisturized, and free of irritants.

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And while it comes in different formulas, for those with HS we suggest the fragrance-free version.

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