The hairless, airbrushed faces that you see on magazine covers may make you feel self-conscious about even the slightest down or fuzz on your cheeks, chin or upper lip. If your facial hair is dark and you feel that the amount is excessive, consult your physician to rule out any underlying medical condition. If the problem is only cosmetic, shaving is an obvious option, but other remedies are available.
Vaniqa
SkinMedica, the maker of Vaniqa, says that Vaniqa is the only FDA-approved prescription product clinically proven to reduce facial hair in women by retarding its growth. SkinMedica believes that Vaniqa works by blocking a necessary growth enzyme in the hair follicle. According to the website, decreased hair growth may be noticeable within eight weeks, but may take longer in some women. According to SkinMedica, you should continue using your present method of hair removal until Vaniqa begins to work. The website cautions that if you stop using the product, your hair will regrow at the same rate it did before treatment.
Sally Hansen Extra Strength Wax Hair Remover for Face
Waxing works by pulling out unwanted hair rather than cutting it off at the skin as shaving does. The Sally Hansen website touts this product as the Brazilian beauty secret for facial hair removal. The kit contains everything you will need to remove hair, including extra-strength wax, a temperature-sensitive spatula, finishing oil and complete instructions. The website claims that the wax is a natural, botanical complex that includes black walnut, cherry bark, chamomile and henna to relax and soften hair at the root so that you can remove it easily and completely. According to Sally Hansen, its finishing oil will soothe your skin with vitamin E, sesame and menthol. According to the website, results can last up to eight weeks.
Nair Face Cream
The Nair website describes Nair Face Cream as a gentle way to remove unwanted facial hair. The site claims that Nair removes hair below the surface of the skin, exfoliates and leaves your face smooth and glowing after treatment. If you have sensitive skin, Nair offers a milder version of its formula in Sensitive Face Cream. Instructions are clear, easy to follow and provide extra information on treating hair that is coarse and hard to remove.
Epilady Legend Epilator
Like wax, the Epilady Legend Epilator works by pulling out hair. The Epilady website describes its action as dozens of tweezers working together. The Legend epilator has 40 tweezer discs that, at full speed, create 32,000 tweezes per minute. Epilady claims its device removes even short, fine hairs and leaves the skin hair-free for up to four weeks. An ergonomic design and rubber gripping points ensure a non-slip hold, according to Epilady. Use the rechargeable epilator with or without its cord. It provides 80 minutes of cordless use. The carrying case comes with a cleaning brush, an adapter and an instruction manual.
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