Unwanted Facial Hair? – Why You Have It and How to Get Rid of It!

Unwanted Facial Hair? – Why You Have It and How to Get Rid of It!

Unwanted facial hair is a common problem, especially for women. Truth told, there just aren’t too many men running around screaming because they have too much of it! Women, on the other hand, will do just about anything to get rid of facial hair. This may be a real problem for some young females whose hormones are charging at an incredible rate!

Besides the hair you can see on your face, you also have baby fine hair all over it too! This is called superficial or superfluous hair and can only be seen under certain lights. Some women have more than others which maybe genetically imprinted. Medical problems, such as an overactive thyroid or pituitary gland, may be the culprit of an excessive amount of unwanted facial hair, but other medical problems might also cause it.

If you want smooth skin, you've got to eliminate the hair that's on it. Makeup applies more evenly to smoother skin and smoother skin feels much more sensual to the touch! I've yet to meet a woman who said they loved the feel of their boyfriends stubbly face, especially on sensitive areas!

Most methods of removing facial hair are relatively inexpensive and easy to find. Some methods can be painful however, which may keep some women from pursuing hair removal. This is however, simply not the case for most women. Women who have naturally dark skin and hair have more problems with facial hair because their hair is more evident while women with fair skin and red or blonde hair usually don’t.

Why do you have hair?

Everyone has hair. Hair is a part of your body's integumentary system. It serves as one of your bodies many lines of defense. Hair around the eyes, ears, nose, and eyebrows serve as protection and prevent foreign matter, such as dust or germs, from entering your body.

Superficial hair helps retain your unique chemical signature, allowing others to sense and respond to you. It also assists in touch reception. That is why all skin surfaces possess superficial hair, except the palms of the hand and soles of the feet. Superficial hair also traps air next to our body which helps in the reduction of heat loss.

In most women, superficial hair isn’t visible most of the time. Some women naturally have thicker, darker hair on their upper lip or chin. Some medical conditions and medications can cause thick facial hair to grow.

How to get rid of unwanted facial hair

There are many ways to get rid of facial hair. Shaving and plucking are the most popular hair removal methods and shaving facial hair may be attempted by some women. Shaving unwanted facial hair is not a good idea. Even though it does not make hair grow back faster or thicker, the hair that does grow back has blunt ends. Bunt hair ends make the hair more visible.

Plucking is the preferred method used by most women to remove unwanted facial hair. Waxing gets rid of many hairs at one time by ripping hairs from their roots. Chemicals called depilatories, are used to dissolve hair on the skin. These methods of hair removal are all temporary.

Epicare facial hair remover is based on the ancient art of threading hair removal used by Asians for centuries. Epicare removes unwanted facial hair from the roots safely and effectively without damaging the skin.

Chemical bleaches may also be used to disguise unwanted facial hair but does not remove it.

A skin cream called Vaniqa can decrease hair growth if used over a prolonged period of time. You'll need a prescription from your doctor for the cream. Directions for use are to apply two times a day but the hair loss it causes is also temporary.

Electrolysis is the only permanent way to remove hair and treatments must be done periodically. In the procedure, a thin metal probe is inserted in the opening in the skin where the hair grows. An electric current then zaps the hair at its base, which can sting a bit. Electrolysis is pricey and must be performed by an aesthetician. If you have a pacemaker, do not use this method.

Laser is used to get rid of hair and destroy hair at its base. This procedure has to be done by a medical professional. (dermatologist) This is the most expensive type of hair removal and must be done in a professional environment.

Side Effects of Different Methods

Skin irritation and redness are the most common side effects of hair removal. Shaving can cut your skin and may lead to ingrown hairs. Plucking may hurt some people some people who have sensitive skin. Hot waxes can burn your skin, cause sagging, wrinkles, and a pH imbalance. If you choose to wax, using a toner after treatment is recommended to restore pH balance. Chemicals that dissolve hair or hide hair often smell bad and may cause skin allergies. Depilatory creams can also cause dark pigmentations of the skin.

Electrolysis stings and some people may develop thick scars called keloids. It can also change the color of the skin where the hair was removed. Laser hair removal can also cause burns and color changes in the skin. Vaniqa may cause acne or a burning sensation on some people.

Best method of hair removal

The method you choose to get rid of unwanted facial hair is often the one you can easily do yourself without much pain or side effects. Most hair removal methods are not permanent. Because hair removal is usually done for aesthetic reasons, insurance companies will not pay for procedures such as laser hair removal. Ask friends or family members what their preferred methods are to help you decide which one is best for you.

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