Online evaluation for an employer shaving waiver.
If shaving causes pseudofolliculitis barbae (PFB), ingrown hairs, or persistent razor bumps, a board-certified dermatologist can evaluate your skin and, when medically necessary, document an employer shaving waiver (no-shave letter) you can share with HR or your chain of command.
$59 standard visit (within 24 hours) · $129 priority (within 12 hours). Waiver documentation issued only when medically appropriate.
When daily shaving is medically inadvisable.
- Recurring pseudofolliculitis barbae (PFB)
- Persistent ingrown hairs in the beard area
- Severe razor bumps, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, or scarring
- Failed response to topicals, technique changes, or longer growth
- Employer requires a clinician letter to approve a beard accommodation
A dermatology plan — and an employer waiver when warranted.
What we provide
- Board-certified dermatologist evaluation of your beard-area skin and shaving history
- Written employer shaving waiver (no-shave letter), when medically necessary
- Treatment plan for the underlying condition — topical retinoids, mild exfoliants, antibiotics, and shaving technique guidance
- 30 days of follow-up messaging
What photos & history help
- Photos of the beard area in even, natural light
- Close-ups of active bumps or ingrown hairs
- Photos at relaxed and stretched positions
- A note on your current shaving routine and tools
- A note on any products or treatments you've tried
- Employer requirements, if you have specifics
Three steps. Five minutes or less. No video calls.
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Tell us about your shaving history
Answer a guided medical history about PFB, prior treatments, and your shaving routine, and upload three to five clear photos of the beard area. Include any specific forms or wording your employer or school has requested. Most patients finish in under five minutes from their phone.
Under 5 minutes - 02
A dermatologist reviews your case
A board-certified dermatologist reviews your photos and history, asks follow-up questions if needed, and determines whether daily shaving is medically inadvisable.
Within 24 hours - 03
Signed shaving waiver documentation
When medically necessary, your dermatologist signs and sends an employer shaving waiver (no-shave letter) you can share with HR, along with a treatment plan for the underlying condition. Employer- or school-specific forms are completed when you provide them.
Issued when medically necessary
Possible parts of your plan.
Your dermatologist tailors the plan to your history. Not every option below will be appropriate for every patient. A DocBright visit is a medical evaluation, not a guaranteed waiver.
- Topical antibiotics for inflamed bumps
- Shaving technique and tool guidance
- Employer shaving waiver documentation, issued when medically necessary
Don't stress — if we can't help, we'll refund your visit.
If we can't provide a first-line impression, or your condition isn't suitable for review via DocBright, we'll tell you and refund your visit fee.
- Deep infected lesions or abscesses that may need drainage
- Severe scarring or keloid formation being considered for procedures
Top-rated dermatology care from U.S. board-certified dermatologists.
Your DocBright visit is always reviewed by a board-certified dermatologist. Every treatment plan is custom tailored based on your medical history, photos, symptoms, and goals.
Mitchell J. Mandel, M.D., F.A.A.D.
Co-Founder & Chief Dermatologist, DocBright Telehealth
- Board-certified dermatologist
- Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology
- 27+ years of dermatology experience
“At DocBright, our goal is to make high-quality dermatology care easier to access. Patients should be able to get thoughtful, professional care without waiting weeks for an appointment or rearranging their day around a video visit.”
Transparent. Simple pricing. No insurance headaches.
Choose standard or priority review. The level of care is the same; the difference is how quickly your case is reviewed. At $59, a standard visit is often less than most insurance copays — without the wait or paperwork.
- Board-certified dermatologist review
- Diagnosis and personalized treatment plan
- Prescriptions sent when medically necessary
- 30 days of follow-up messaging
- No subscription required
- Board-certified dermatologist review
- Diagnosis and personalized treatment plan
- Prescriptions sent when medically necessary
- 30 days of follow-up messaging
- No subscription required
Medication costs are separate and may vary by pharmacy, insurance, and prescription. Patients can use insurance for many prescriptions filled at the pharmacy. Prescriptions may be written for up to 6 months when medically appropriate. A paid follow-up visit is required at least every 6 months for ongoing prescription treatment.
Questions about shaving waivers.
What is a shaving waiver?
A shaving waiver — sometimes called a no-shave letter — is a letter from a clinician documenting that daily shaving is medically inadvisable, typically because of pseudofolliculitis barbae (PFB), recurring ingrown hairs, or severe razor bumps. Many employers request a clinician letter before approving a beard or trimmed-beard accommodation.
Do you issue employer shaving waivers?
Yes — when medically necessary. A board-certified dermatologist reviews your photos and history. If PFB or another condition makes daily shaving inadvisable, we'll write documentation appropriate for your employer.
What photos and information should I send?
Clear, well-lit photos of the beard area at relaxed and stretched positions, close-ups of any active bumps or ingrown hairs, and a note on your current shaving routine, tools, and any prior treatments.
Are you active-duty military?
DocBright can help with employer, school, military, and other shaving waiver documentation when medically necessary. Start the same visit and share where the documentation needs to be used.
What if a waiver isn't medically necessary?
If a dermatologist determines a waiver isn't medically necessary, we'll still provide a treatment plan for the underlying condition (typically PFB or razor bumps). If we can't provide a first-line impression, or your condition isn't suitable for review via DocBright, we'll refund your visit fee.
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