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Via iDiva: I had first heard that hair-removal from the face can help prevent breakouts from a friend with cystic acne due to PCOD, who heard it from her dermatologist. Now, while I don’t have very thick hair growth, I do have a lot of hair on my face, pretty much right up to my eyeballs. … Continue reading “Woman with PCOS shaves face to reduce cystic acne”
Vaniqa (pronounced “VAN-i-ka”) is a prescription cream applied to the skin for the reduction of unwanted facial hair in women ages 12 and older. For unknown reasons, Vaniqa does not work for everyone. You’ll have to get a prescription from your doctor. Some insurance policies do not cover Vaniqa. Effectiveness: About 58% of women who … Continue reading “Vaniqa topical hair inhibitor”
Trimming Trimming is a form of depilation where hair is cut above the skin’s surface. Typically, trimming does not leave hair as short as shaving. It can be accomplished with scissors or with various types of electric trimmers and other instruments. <!– –> Want to add or edit information? Send us an Email to register … Continue reading “Trimming”
Pumice stones are rocks made by volcano eruptions. Tiny air bubbles got caught in the lava as it turned to rock. They are sometimes used as a type of hair removal that uses friction. Some people prefer this to hair mitts. Advantages Inexpensive Does not need frequent replacement Best for fine hairs Best on shins … Continue reading “Pumice stone hair removal”
Removal of hair on or around the genitalia is one of the most common hair removal procedures. Shaving Hair in that area tends to be curly, which can make hair harder to shave. Curly hairs are more likely to become ingrown than hairs that grow straight. The area also tends to be more damp than … Continue reading “Pubic hair removal use”
Pseudofolliculitis barbae is a medical term for persistent inflammation caused by shaving. It is also known by the initials PFB or the phrases “razor bumps” or razor rash. The etymology comes from “pseudo” (false) “follicle” (hair) “itis” (inflammation) “barbae” (of the beard). PFB is most common on the male face, but it can also happen … Continue reading “Pseudofolliculitis barbae use”
Professional hair removal Professional hair removal is any method of hair removal performed by a practitioner for money. Common methods of professional hair removal include: Shaving (usually by a barber) Tweezing Waxing Sugaring Threading Laser hair removal Intense pulsed light Electrology <!– –> Want to add or edit information? Send us an Email to register … Continue reading “Professional hair removal”
Ingrown hair Ingrown hair is a condition where the hair curls back or grows sideways into the skin. It may or may not be accompanied by an infection of the hair follicle (folliculitis) or “razor bumps” (Pseudofolliculitis barbae). It most commonly appears in areas where the skin is shaved (beard, legs), but can appear anywhere. … Continue reading “Ingrown hair”
Hair removal Hair removal describes any method of removing hair, especially from the human body. Hair removal might be considered a “cosmetic” issue, but managing or removing unwanted hair can go beyond being a simple “cosmetic” problem. Many cultures have an aesthetic “ideal” amount of hair for males and females. For some of us, unwanted … Continue reading “Hair removal”
A hair mitt is a method of hair removal that uses friction. It usually has rough strips or a smoothing surface coated directly onto the mitt. Some people have also used pumice stones or emery and fine grit sandpaper. Advantages Inexpensive Fast Essentially painless Can be done at home Available widely Exfoliates and smooths skin … Continue reading “Hair removal mitts”
