According to Gmyrek, depilatory creams can be irritating— they have strong odors, and can, in some cases, cause allergic reactions. Just as threading is beneficial for your brows, Dr. If your upper lip hair seems to be growing at a super-fast rate, MacGregor recommends consulting your doctor or dermatologist about prescription Eflornithine. This medicated cream slows down the hair growth cycle and, subsequently, can thin out the hair.
Laser hair removal can be performed all over the body, including on the upper lip. The trick is to seek laser removal for the right type of hair, at the right time. Effectiveness aside, cost is worth mentioning. In other words, it's pricey. Just remember that it does come with its risks. Electrolysis is, in a way, a combination of laser hair removal and depilatory creams. Plus, multiple sessions are needed to reach each hair, and scarring can occur if the heat or chemical gets onto the skin surface and not deep into the follicle.
The treatment—which can be performed in-office or at home—uses a blade to not only shave off the hair but also exfoliate away any dead skin cells on the surface. Last but not least, we have waxing, which you should be careful with if you have sensitive skin. MacGregor says the option is less favorable, in her opinion. That said, there are two sides to every debate and, according to Gmyrek, waxing is affordable and effective at removing the hair in a way that will last longer than other at-home options.
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Ingrown hair removal: Should you pull out ingrown hairs? Will laser removal clinics be open from April 12? Before using a depilatory on pubic hair, read product labels to find one that says it's safe to use on the "bikini" area or genitals. How It Works: A sticky wax is spread on the area of skin where the unwanted hair is growing. A cloth strip is then applied over the wax and quickly pulled off, taking the hair root and dead skin cells with it.
The wax can be warmed or may be applied cold. Waxing can be done at a salon or at home. Pros: Waxing leaves the area smooth and is long lasting. Waxing kits are readily available in drugstores and grocery stores. Hair regrowth looks lighter and less noticeable than it is after other methods of hair removal, such as shaving. Cons: Many people say the biggest drawback to waxing is the discomfort: Because the treatment works by pulling hair out at the roots, it can sting a bit as the hair comes off — luckily that part is fast.
People may notice temporary redness, inflammation, and bumps after waxing. Professional waxing is more expensive than other hair removal methods. However, it can help to get a first waxing treatment done in a salon to watch how the professionals do it because salon staff are used to waxing all parts of the male and female body there's no need to feel embarrassed! Teens who use acne medications such as tretinoin and isotretinoin may want to skip waxing because those medicines make the skin more sensitive.
People with moles or skin irritation from sunburn should also avoid waxing those areas. So skip shaving for a few weeks before waxing. Waxing works well on the legs, bikini area, and eyebrows. How It Works: Over a series of several appointments, a professional electrologist inserts a probe into the follicle and sends an electric current through the hair root, killing it. A small area such as the upper lip may take a total of 4 to 10 hours and a larger area such as the bikini line may take 8 to 16 hours.
Cons: Electrolysis takes big bucks and lots of time, so it's usually only used on smaller areas such as the upper lip, eyebrows, and underarms. Many people describe the process as painful, and dry skin, scabs, scarring, and inflammation may result after treatment.
Infection may be a risk if the needles and other instruments aren't properly sterilized. Tips: Talk to your doctor if you're interested in this method.
He or she may be able to recommend an electrologist with the proper credentials. How It Works: A laser is directed through the skin to the hair follicle, where it stops growth. Last month a New York Times article revealed that celebrity facialist Kate Somerville and many of her female A-list clients names noticeably withheld shave their faces. A reality star, soccer mom, and blogger also fessed up to the deed. Their reasons? It not only removes the hair peach fuzz and dark strands alike , but it does a bang up job of exfoliating.
Talk about a perfect recipe for an ultra-smooth face. But wait a second. While these buzzy or should we say fuzzy?
Like how to remove unwanted facial hair with a razor--could it be just as easy as the guys make it look? Or would it make matters worse? So we went to the experts--a hair removal technician, a dermatologist, a plastic surgeon, and a facialist--and learned that before you take a razor to your pretty face, there are some things you really ought to consider.
It's a myth that it will grow back darker and coarser. Although it may feel a little stubbly, the hair is not actually thicker at all," explains Elizabeth Tanzi, MD , dermatologist and co-director of the Washington Institute of Dermatologic Laser Surgery in Washington, DC.
So then, why have we been taught since puberty that this is the case?
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