Question 1

what is the best way to get rid of unwanted facial hair when dealing with pcos?

Accepted Answer

Laser, aldactone (spironolactone): A combination of hormonal treatment with anti androgens such as Aldactone (spironolactone) or tagmamet tocweaken hair combined with laser treatment will reduce hair. It is more difficult to treat than someonewithout oxox and may require 6 sessions with possible touchup sessions  about 3 months apart.

Question 2

how can you help or get rid facial hair caused from pcos? any medications or procedures that would help it or make it go away?

Accepted Answer

Facial hair: Excessive facial hair from pcos can be lessened by controlling your hormones with oral contraceptives. Prescription topical cream vaniqa will treat facial hair well but will have to be continued indefinitely to continue to work. Electrolysis and laser hair removal work too but are expensive.

Question 3

i am brunette and constantly battling unwanted facial hair on my upper lip and chin.  what is the best way to get rid of it permanently?

Accepted Answer

Laser Hair Removal: You can always try laser hair removal, waxing also works. There is no guaranteed way of permanently removing the hair, but laser hair removal does work for a lot of women.

Question 4

what is the best way to get rid of female facial hair but not laser?

Accepted Answer

Electrolysis: Other than laser hair removal, electrolysis is a good option for female facial, especially in the areas above the orbital rims, like the unibrow, where you shouldn't laser anyway.  Electrolysis also works regardless of hair color, unlike laser where very blond or white hairs cannot be treated.

Question 5

what is best way to get rid of facial hair ? and to keep facial hair away from growing back for  long periods of time

Accepted Answer

Laser Therapy: For longer lasting effect, laser treatment by a dermatologist or esthetician is the best way.  Otherwise painful plucking is your next best option.

Question 6

what is best method to get rid of female facial hair?

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Laser/electrolysis: Laser is a quicker method but electrolysis is more effective. Modern laser is getting better and will likely be just as effective as electrolysis some day...
Ask a doc, commonly a dermatologist, to see what is best for you.

Question 7

is home ipl treatment ( philips) effective for facial hair removal due to pcos in fair asian skin with black hair? is the treatment permanent?risk?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is effective but you could get a burn from the treatment

Question 8

is there anything besides vaniqa that will help get rid of unwanted facial hair?

Accepted Answer

Unwanted facial hair: Besides plucking the hair or using laser or electrolysis - vaniqa is the only other option -  bleaching agents will simply lighten the hairs making them less visible.

Question 9

how do i get rid of this unwanted facial hair i don't like tweezing, waxing or shaving plus my dr. told me not to shave and nair burns my skin ?

Accepted Answer

Consider laser: Laser hair removal is an FDA approved process which can permanently reduce hair growth.  All skin types can be treated by a board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon familiar with laser technology.  While there are certain risks to consider, the benefits of long term hair removal are well worth it. The process is nearly pain free and affordable.

Question 10

i have lots of scars from pulling out unwanted facial hair over many years.  have now had laser hair removal.  how do i get rid of the scars please?

Accepted Answer

Facial scaring: Dear cat85764: scar treatment is usually multiple modalities ranging from intralesional steroid injection to laser treatment. Depending on type of scar, location, and skin type this may involve subcision, fat grating, filler, dermabrasion, laser or a combination of all of the above. Please visit a board certified plastic surgeon for consultation. Remember scars usually improve with time, .

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I am brunette and constantly battling unwanted facial hair on my upper lip and chin. what is the best way to get rid of it permanently?

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What is the best way to get rid of female facial hair but not laser?

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What is best way to get rid of facial hair ? and to keep facial hair away from growing back for long periods of time

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What is best method to get rid of female facial hair?

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Is home ipl treatment ( philips) effective for facial hair removal due to pcos in fair asian skin with black hair? is the treatment permanent?risk?

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Is there anything besides vaniqa that will help get rid of unwanted facial hair?

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How do i get rid of this unwanted facial hair i don't like tweezing, waxing or shaving plus my dr. told me not to shave and nair burns my skin ?

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I have lots of scars from pulling out unwanted facial hair over many years. have now had laser hair removal. how do i get rid of the scars please?

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