How to Remove Facial Hair

For some women, facial hair can be an embarrassing occurrence even when they are relatively young. While many people associate the phenomenon with aging or menopause, it does occur in women before those life stages, and it can be a daunting prospect to get rid of it.

Most facial hair appears on the upper lip, the chin, and between the eyebrows. In fact, the most common problem is the eyebrows, which sometimes run almost straight across the forehead. So when it comes to shaping them, it really does require some kind of removal.

Stray hairs, such as two or three on the chin, can be plucked. Be aware though, that repeated plucking usually encourages the hair to grow back in thicker. It can also leave scarring, which is more noticeable, the darker your skin tone is. Shaving is also out, because it too encourages re-growth.

The preferred treatments are electrolysis, waxing and laser. Depilatory creams, while suitable for legs and bikini areas are not advisable on the face, as they can cause irritation on the more sensitive skin.

Waxing is a temporary treatment that lasts anywhere from 3-6 weeks, depending on the rate of growth. The liquid wax is applied to your skin, hardens and is removed, taking the hair with it. Electrolysis is a procedure that uses a low level current to kill off or stop the growth of the hair follicle. While it does last longer than waxing or plucking, it can be painful, and must be done by a professional, as misuse of the technique can cause skin scarring. It can also take many sessions, adding to the total cost, depending on how large an area the technician is working on.

The newest method is laser treatment. Billed as permanent hair removal, the actual total success will depend on the skill of the practitioner, your skin tone, and how many treatments are used. It is not an instant cure, and will take several sessions to achieve the desired result. This is also the most expensive option, so you want to check into the background and experience of any clinic offering the service.

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