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What is excess hair?
Unwanted bodyface hair
Excessive hair (especially in women) might be a sign of a hormonal problem like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Excess hair growth can sometimes occur for no apparent reason; this is particularly typical in skin types from the Mediterranean, Middle East, and South Asia. It’s also possible that it’s inherited.
Excess hair at sk:n
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You can expect to see the best results with a course of treatments, after which the hair will have been reduced dramatically and the skin left silky-smooth.
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Conditions of excessive hair growth
Hirsutism
Hirsutism in women, excess hair is often referred to as hirsutism. This is defined as hair in a male pattern; hair that is thick and dark, rather than finer and fairer.
Hirsutism is a condition in which females create an overabundance of male hormones known as androgens or are more susceptible to them. Androgens are produced by all women; it is the fluctuation in their levels that might cause issues.
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Although all females generate androgens, their levels are usually modest. Excess hair might develop when there is a hormonal imbalance between them.
A medical disorder known as PCOS can cause this change in hormone levels and symptoms such as abundant hair (polycystic ovary syndrome). Menopause and certain medical disorders can also cause hirsutism.
If you suspect that your hair growth is abnormal, it is best to consult your doctor as it may be a symptom of another problem.
How Can I Reduce/Prevent Excess Hair?
There are a number of hair removal solutions that can be used at home. These offer only temporary results and can be painful, messy and time-consuming.
Shaving is the quickest and easiest way to remove hair, but it can cause shaving rash, ingrown hairs, and discomfort, which isn’t ideal if you’re shaving your face.
Bleaching does not remove hair, but it does lighten it and make it less apparent. Bleaching isn’t recommended for very sensitive skin because it can irritate it. It’s particularly ineffective if you have a dark complexion because it may draw attention to your hair.
Waxing, plucking, and threading all require extracting hair from the root, which can delay hair growth if done frequently. The disadvantage is that they can be uncomfortable and difficult to perform on your own. Folliculitis, or inflammation of the hair follicles, can also result.
Hair removal creams or prescription creams dissolve the hair by using an acid to dissolve it. They’re popular because they don’t leave you with stubble, but they can irritate delicate skin.
Epilators are electrical hair removal devices that use a series of tiny tweezer-like mechanisms incorporated into the handheld device to pull out individual hairs. They last longer than shaving, although they can be unpleasant and cause folliculitis.
Can I Get Rid Of Excess Hair Permanently?
Although there is no way to fully remove all unwanted hair, there are procedures that can provide a permanent reduction. Even if the hair follicle is damaged or destroyed by laser or electrolysis, hormonal shifts can allow new follicles to form, resulting in new hair growth.
Because it targets individual follicles and is administered over a series of treatments, laser hair removal is one of the most successful and long-lasting hair removal options.
What Is Laser Hair Removal?
The treatment damages hair follicles and prevents regrowth by using brief pulses of light radiation. This method provides the most effective and long-lasting hair removal results.
Can Men Have Laser Hair Removal?
Yes. One of the reasons laser hair removal is ideal for men is that it works equally well across the entire body and has long-lasting results. From a few unwanted tufts to an entire back, chest or stomach, laser hair removal is efficient and effective. Sk:n offer specialist laser hair removal for men treatments.
Can I remove any excess facial hair with laser hair removal?
The lasers used in this treatment are very precise so can be used to remove hair on the face, as well as excess body hair including underarms, bikini line / Brazilian, back, chest, neck, hands, legs, feet – anywhere on the body where the hair has enough pigment to attract the laser light, even very sensitive areas.
What results will I see with laser hair removal?
The FDA has approved the treatment for a long-term hair reduction of up to 90%. The finest effects will come after a series of sessions when the hair will be significantly decreased and the skin will be velvety smooth.
How Long Will The Results of Excess Hair Removal Last?
In most cases the results will be permanent, however, if you suffer from acne after having acne scarring treatment there is a risk that new scars will form, and you will require further treatment.
Treatment for excess hair
Laser Hair Removal
When it comes to Laser Hair Removal, sk:n is the gold standard, providing the most long-lasting and effective results of any hair removal treatment. During your session, your practitioner will recommend the best course of action for your specific situation.
A powerful beam laser is used to target the hair follicles in Laser Hair Removal. The laser beam is pulsed over the skin in the treatment region, ensuring that each hair is targeted during the session. The hairs fall out from the root after a few days, so there are no prickly patches or ingrown hairs.
The treatment is designed to treat all skin types and tones and is suited for both the face and the body. The treatment is very effective on coarse, black hair.
We are the primary choice for doctors when suggesting patients with darker skin tones since we employ the most modern lasers. We can match the proper laser to your skin tone and then precisely tune it to eliminate the danger of burning or other adverse effects. sk:n has the best track record in the industry for safe and effective laser treatments.
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