Unwanted facial and body hair can be both embarrassing and frustrating. Both men and women experience unwanted hair on various areas of their bodies. For men, excess body hair can be a problem, particularly on the chest, back, shoulders and stomach. Women may experience unwanted hair on virtually any area of the body, such as the face, neck, chest, stomach, back, bikini area, legs and arms. Thankfully, there are many things you can do to prevent unwanted hair growth.
Consider laser hair removal. A laser will be used on your skin which targets the pigment in your hair follicles. The laser zaps the hair follicle, effectively killing it and discouraging future hair growth. Laser hair removal works best on people with fair skin and dark hair. Generally, a series of treatments are necessary.
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Get electrolysis. During treatments, a technician will insert a needle into each individual hair follicle and zap it with a jolt of electricity. The hair follicle is killed, preventing future hair growth. Electrolysis is the only permanent form of hair removal, and it requires multiple sessions. Like laser hair removal, electrolysis is both painful and expensive.
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Ask your dermatologist about prescription lotions which discourage hair growth. Creams such as Vaniqua are applied topically to the skin and reduce hair growth. Once you stop using such creams, hair will return to its normal growth rate so repeated use is necessary.
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Try oral medications which inhibit hair growth. Various pills such as Flutamide interfere with receptors in hair follicles. As a result, hair growth is prevented. As you take the medication, you'll notice significantly reduced hair on your body.
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Have your hormone levels tested. Hormonal imbalances often lead to excess hair growth on both the face and body. If you have irregular hormone levels, you can regulate them via prescription medications. Oftentimes, an overabundance of testosterone leads to unwanted hair growth.
Tips & Warnings
You can remove unwanted hair via an array of different means, from shaving and plucking to waxing and threading.
Talk to your doctor about possible side effects from oral and topical medications before using them.
Removing and damaging hair follicles are two different procedures. Hair removal professionals do not technically "remove" hair follicles to prevent hair growth...
Unwanted body and facial hair is uncomfortable and embarrassing. There are several different solutions for body hair removal, including laser hair removal...
