In the past many women could get only temporary relief using a variety of facial hair removal products and treatments such as waxing, depilatory creams or shaving. Of these removal methods, shaving the face is perhaps the most depressing for women. Not only does it usually have to be done daily, the resulting re-growth has an unpleasant stubbly feel which can make many women extremely self-conscious about anyone touching their face.

Causes of Female Hirsutism

Female facial hair can be caused by a hormonal imbalance, sometimes associated with a disorder such as PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome), when the excess growth is termed PCOS hirsutism. It is therefore important to rule out and if necessary treat any hormonal causes before embarking on any invasive treatment, otherwise the hormonal imbalance may simply cause immediate regrowth.

Permanence of Treatment

Under normal circumstances, laser removal can provide a permanent solution by disabling a large percentage of the follicles or roots under the skin. The results will not give a 100% clearance but should provide relief by preventing most of the growth; the remaining regrowth should be visibly weaker, thinner and paler.

Electrolysis

Electrolysis facial hair removal is the alternate permanent method used by dermatologists and beauticians to treat female facial hair; it is suitable if there are only a few hairs to treat, while facial laser hair removal can successful clear significant areas of the face.

Sometimes a few visible hairs that remain after largely successful treatment with facial laser hair removal can be removed using electrolysis, providing the final touches that the woman feels she needs to be completely comfortable with her new smooth facial skin.

Side Effects

Serious facial hair removal side effects or complications from laser treatment are mercifully rare; most women experience redness after facial laser hair removal but this should subside within a few days at the most. If you feel self-conscious about this, it is advisable to have the treatment performed on a Friday and / or to take a day or two off work for some privacy. It is, however, safe to use makeup after the treatment.