Unwanted Hair: Causes and Removal Options

About unwanted hair

Many people remove body or facial hair for comfort or appearance, often to stop regular shaving or waxing.

When women have coarse, dark hair in a male pattern, such as on the face, chest or abdomen, it is called hirsutism. It affects about 5% of women. Lighter, finer hair is usually not hirsutism.

What can cause excess hair

• Hair follicles that are very sensitive to normal levels of testosterone.
• Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), the most common medical cause.
• Family history and background: some women naturally have more hair.
• Rarely, certain medicines or other medical conditions.

How we can help at DermaZone

Laser Hair Removal

The laser's light targets the colour in the hair and turns into heat, which damages the follicle and slows growth. It can treat hair anywhere on the body and can also help with excessive hair growth such as hirsutism.

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Good to know

• Permanent reduction, not complete removal. Several sessions are needed, and touch-ups may be needed later.
• Best results on light skin with dark, coarse hair. Blond, red and white hair respond poorly to laser.
• Avoid tanning before and after treatment, including tanning beds and self-tanners. A tan makes treatment less effective.
• See a doctor about thick, dark hair on the face or body. Get medical help quickly if dense hair appears suddenly together with a deeper voice or more muscle.