If you pluck, wax, shave or put depilatory creams on your face at least once a week, you're not alone. In fact, you have a great deal of company. It's estimated that approximately 20 million women in the United States remove unwanted facial hair each week. Facial hair in women is quite normal and usually increases with age. In some cases, facial hair is caused by a hormonal imbalance or underlying medical issue. However, most cases of facial hair in women is no cause for concern.
If you're tired of dealing with facial hair, there are a few things you can do to get rid of it for good. Following are three ways to permanently deal with your facial hair.
Laser Hair Removal
Up to 90 percent of women who are good candidates for laser hair removal say that they experience permanent results after three to six sessions. The procedure, which uses an intense beam of light to devastate and destroy hair follicles, is a great option for women who have light skin and dark hair. This is due to the fact that the laser targets pigmentation, color deposits within the hair. Since blond hair has less pigment, the laser usually passes right through. People who have dark skin may also have undesired side effects, such as skin discoloration.
Electrolysis Hair Removal
While it is the most expensive option, electrolysis is the most reliable option for most women. This procedure utilizes a needle-shaped probe, which is inserted into each hair follicle to destroy the root. It may take up to 15 to 30 sessions to permanently remove all unwanted hair, but there are no touch-up procedures associated with electrolysis like there are for laser hair removal. Women with all skin types and hair types can also benefit from this procedure.
Prescription Hair Removal
A prescription cream, Vaniqa, has been approved by the FDA for the reduction of unwanted facial hair. The cream slows down cellular activity and slows hair growth, making it possible for you to go long periods of time without removing hair. While you may still have to remove hair periodically, most women notice less and less growth with continued use.
There is no reason for you to continue shaving, waxing or plucking the hairs on your chin when there are more permanent options available. If you're tired of dealing with unsightly facial hair, look into one of these exciting hair removal options. Contact a company like Defy Nature LLC for more information.
Share27 July 2015
All of my life, I was picked on for having a larger nose that most other people. I had dealt with picking and torment throughout high school and college, but once I graduated from college, I decided to make a few changes to the way that I look. Some people are not so open to cosmetic procedures and gave me a hard time about my choice, but after the procedure was complete and my nose was healed, they could see why I did what I did. You can follow my story on my website. Here, you will learn what I went through before, during and after my procedure.