{"id":16975,"date":"2024-06-06T09:45:10","date_gmt":"2024-06-06T14:45:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.goldenstatedermatology.com\/?p=16975"},"modified":"2024-06-06T09:45:10","modified_gmt":"2024-06-06T14:45:10","slug":"busting-the-myths-of-folliculitis-a-guide-to-smooth-skin-this-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.goldenstatedermatology.com\/blog\/busting-the-myths-of-folliculitis-a-guide-to-smooth-skin-this-summer\/","title":{"rendered":"Busting the Myths of Folliculitis: A Guide to Smooth Skin this Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"

As the summer sun beckons us to enjoy its warm embrace, many of us eagerly anticipate poolside parties, beach outings, and outdoor adventures. However, the increase in heat and humidity can sometimes lead to unwanted skin issues, including a common condition known as folliculitis. If you\u2019ve ever experienced those tiny red bumps on your skin, especially after shaving or sweating, you might be dealing with folliculitis.<\/p>\n

Folliculitis is a common skin condition related to the hair follicle (hence the name). When the follicle (a small hole or cavity that surrounds the roots of each hair) becomes infected with bacteria, the skin can get red and\/or be itchy, and small bumps can appear. Those bumps could look like a rash, or they can become filled with fluid, or be inflamed and painful.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s such a common condition because so many different situations contribute to it: daily activities like shaving, hot tubs, sweating, or not drying off enough from the pool or beach.
\n\u201cFolliculitis tends to worsen in the summer months because heat and humidity create the perfect environment for bacteria to thrive. Additionally, increased sweating and friction from tight clothing or swimsuits can exacerbate the condition,\u201d said Marwa Hakimi, MD of Golden State Dermatology in Brentwood. \u201cMany people tend to ignore it, but like any skin abnormality, don\u2019t assume it will automatically resolve on its own. Avoid self-diagnosing or self-medicating, as any skin rash or eruption could be a sign of something else.\u201d<\/p>\n

Different Types of Folliculitis<\/h2>\n