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This is important to increase the quality of care given to target patient populations and to address the prominent disparity in healthcare management of patients with skin of colour. A literature review was conducted utilizing PubMed and Cochrane Library. The key term \u2018pseudofolliculitis barbae\u2019 was used. Search parameters were set to search from 1987 to the present. Results were further narrowed by limiting the literature review to published observational studies, case studies, case series, randomized control trials and case\u2013control studies. Effective treatment for PFB requires a multifaceted approach that targets various aspects of the pathogenesis. Current treatments include preventive measures, antibiotics, corticosteroids, keratolytics, chemical depilatories and\/or laser treatments. Topical therapies are currently the mainstay treatment. 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