| If you are experiencing an abnormal
growth of hair on these facial areas, or if the hair is very thick,
you should consult your doctor to determine the underlying causes
before you embark on a removal regime.
If the hair growth isn't caused by hormonal abnormalities, you
have a number of different options for removal. Using tweezers
is fine for eyebrows, but a no-no for facial hair.
Repeated plucking can cause irritation in the hair follicle and,
on darker-skinned women, can also result in scarring. Unless you
have just a few stray hairs that occasionally pop up, leave the
tweezers in the bathroom cabinet.
Depilatory creams dissolve the hair at the base of the follicle.
They are ideal for widespread areas (like the legs), but can be
problematic when used on the face because they irritate the skin
and usually don't remove all of the hairs. On the plus side, depilatory
creams are a relatively inexpensive option. On average, results
will last for one to two weeks.
Waxing
Waxing is one of the most popular solutions. Generally, it is
an effective method to remove hair on the upper lip and fine hair
on the side of the face, but it is not recommended for the chin
area, where hair tends to be more coarse.
Waxing can also be problematic for darker-skinned women, who
sometimes experience discoloration due to irritation and inflammation
. Depending on the type of hair you have, waxing results should
last from two to six weeks.
Electrolysis
Electrolysis uses low-level electricity to kill the hair follicles.
On the positive side, results last longer than with waxing and
depilatories - but the process can be time consuming and costly.
It's essential to find a reputable practitioner (ask around your
friends to see if they can recommend anyone), because electrolysis
performed incorrectly can cause scarring. Before you begin treatment,
ask for referrals from former clients, and make sure that a new
needle is used for each session. Electrolysis is generally recommended
for women with white or very blonde hair and for women who have
areas with isolated hairs.
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