Ingrown Hair is a painful condition. They occur when a plucked, waxed, or shaved hair grows back into the skin. The causes of Ingrown Hair are - Tweezing - Waxing - Shaving The symptoms of Ingrown Hair are - Papules i.e. firm, round bumps - Pustules i.e. Pus-containing small lesions - Hyperpigmentation i.e. dark skin tone - Embedded hair - Itching - Pain - Discomfort The complications of Ingrown Hair are - Bacterial infection - Keloids i.e. permanent scarring - Hyperpigmentation - Pseudofolliculitis barbae The treatment of Ingrown Hair include - Retinoids e.g. Retin A - Steroid creams - Antibiotic ointments - Oral antibiotics - Tea tree oil - Oatmeal based lotions