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THEE Realist
U.S. Navy service members with shaving waivers who are classified as having a permanent skin condition will face administrative separation, the service announced Tuesday.
Active duty and reserve sailors granted facial hair accommodations will be allowed to receive medical treatment for up to 12 months under new Navy grooming standards, but if the irritation they face from shaving is incurable, then they will be evaluated for discharge.
Pseudofolliculitis barbae leads to unwanted bumps and painful ingrown hairs after shaving.
About 60% of Black men are affected by the condition, according to the American Osteopathic College of Dermatology.
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Active duty and reserve sailors granted facial hair accommodations will be allowed to receive medical treatment for up to 12 months under new Navy grooming standards, but if the irritation they face from shaving is incurable, then they will be evaluated for discharge.
Pseudofolliculitis barbae leads to unwanted bumps and painful ingrown hairs after shaving.
About 60% of Black men are affected by the condition, according to the American Osteopathic College of Dermatology.
Sailors with ‘unmanageable permanent’ razor bumps to face separation, Navy says
Service members with a diagnosed skin condition or with skin irritation from shaving are eligible to receive medical treatment during a 12-month span.
www.navytimes.com