Having unwanted facial hair can have a detrimental psychosocial effect on you and make you feel self-conscious about your face. It can make you feel frustrated and embarrassed. You may discover stray hairs next to your nose or ears or above your upper lip. Unwanted facial hair is a common skin complaint that is caused by many factors, including heredity, disease, hormonal imbalance, chemicals and stress. Fortunately, there are many ways to get rid of unwanted facial hair.
Step 1
Apply a prescription cream called Vaniqa (eflornithine HCl) to permanently remove unwanted facial hair. However, you have to use the cream indefinitely, because, as soon as you discontinue using it, hair growth restarts as fast as before. Vaniqa cream works by blocking an enzyme in the roots of your hair that is needed for hair to grow. Consult your physician to avail of this prescription-only medication.
Step 2
Consult a dermatologist about undergoing photoepilation to permanently eliminate facial hair. This procedure involves applying controlled flashes of light to your hair. Your hair absorbs the powerful light and is dissolved. The entire procedure is painless. However, the procedure needs to be repeated, so you have to return for more treatments to ensure the results are permanent.
Step 3
Consult your dermatologist about electrolysis to remove facial hair. Your dermatologist will insert a fine, metal probe into each individual hair root, and an electrical pulse is delivered to the root to damage it and cause permanent hair loss. You can also have the procedure performed by an esthetician at a health spa. However, an esthetician may be less skilled and will not be able to treat your skin if it gets inflamed or irritated.
Things You'll Need
- Vaniqa cream
References
- "Derm Notes: Dermatology Clinical Pocket Guide"; Benjamin Barankin, M.D. and Anatoli Freiman; 2006
- "Clinical Dermatology: A Color Guide to Diagnosis and Therapy"; Thomas P. Habif, M.D.; 2003
- Drugs: Vaniqa
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