Question:
*Embarrassing question* re: facial hair removal products
Considering that female facial hair is a symptom of PCOS and since a lot of you out there have PCOS, I was wondering what products do you use to get rid of the hair? I don't have PCOS (at least not that has been diagnosed) but I do have a slight problem with hair my face... People probably don't even notice it, but it bothers me and so I was wondering what products ya'll use to remove it. Everything that I've tried either makes me break out or doesn't remove all of the hair or is crazy painful. I need something that is going to really work and not make me break out and not make me scream in agony (wax!). Thanks a bunch! Christina — Christina Z. (posted on April 18, 2003)
April 18, 2003
I have tried it all. I have blonde hair but when the light hits it right
it looks dark and I have alot on my chin. I pluck, use depilatory and even
tried the laser hair removal. Since my hair roots are light, it did not
work, it mostly works on people with dark hair roots. Currently I am
trying Vaniqua cream, but it makes me break out. I use it every other day
to slow hair growth and then just wax the hair off. Good luck
— Michelle B.
April 18, 2003
Since having a hysterectomy 6 years ago, I have been dealing with little
hairs on my chin and upper lip, not a lot, just a few but I have found that
Sally Hansans facila Hair remover, it is gentle and works great, the only
thing I have found is that it makes my skin turn pink for a few hours so I
recommend using it before bed or when ur not in a rush to leave the house.
:)
— Melissa R.
April 18, 2003
I've tried everything (I do have PCOS and have battled facial hair for
years)....no creams, waxes, etc have ever worked, I always get painful red
rashy bumps from any product, I got desperate and even tried shaving once
which was even worse....I found though that using a men's mustache trimmer
cut the hair to the skin, but did not leave any stubbly-feeling hair, just
smooth skin. It's embarassing, but it does work. Best of luck, I'd enjoy
hearing if anyone else out there with super-sensitive skin had found a
better solution...
— Kelly B.
April 18, 2003
I read on here a few months ago that someone recommended Nair facial hair
remover. Now, I hate Nair products but thought I would try it and it's
wonderful. I have very very sensitive skin and I leave it on for 5
minutes, shower and the hair stays gone for a couple of weeks. I like it a
lot. I have also had some electrolysis done but had to stop it this year
due to expenses.
— susanje
April 18, 2003
After years of electrolysis, Nair and every other thing that promised
success, my Aunt has finally found success removing facial hair with EMJOI
GOLD CARRESS!
I use it for my legs and am extremely pleased.
— Karen P.
April 18, 2003
I forgot to add that although the EMJOI is available at several places, the
best price I have found is actually at the EMJOI website. I paid far less
than it was listed in specialty stores.
— Karen P.
April 18, 2003
I have used both the Nair facial hair remover, and the Sally Hanson's. Both
worked for me. I prefer Sally Hanson. It seems like both of them remove
all the natural oil from your skin, or something, because you can run your
fingers down from your cheek toward your chin, and as soon as you get to
the area on which you used the stuff, it feels like you've gone from silk
to terry cloth. It looks fine and dandy, but it feels weird. So, what's
great about the Sally Hanson product is that it comes with this little
bottle of lotion that you apply right after you do the hair removal, and it
makes your skin feel much more normal. I definitely say try it before you
try the Nair. Both of them are pretty inexpensive. Sadly, I have developed
a mustache any 15 year old boy would be proud of, but thanks to the Sally
Hanson product, all is well. I use it about every 3 weeks.
— Kim A.
April 18, 2003
What is PCOS?
— j A.
April 18, 2003
PCOS is polycycstic ovarian syndrom. Its a hormonal disorder that causes a
bunch of pain in the butt side affects! Excess hair (not on your head),
ance, skin pigment problems, lack of periods, cysts on your ovaries,
infertility, and numerous others side affects. For more info on it you can
try http://www.pcosupport.org/
— Renee D.
April 19, 2003
I am very encouraged by your question because I know what you need. I had
the same problem. I have a skin care program that is very affordable and is
very authentic. It not only deals with those fine hairs and such but it
dramatically takes away wrinkles and lines. As we lose our weight our
facial skin loosens and lines show up this product is awesome. It is Mary
Kay.... If you ever tried it you already know its good. If you haven't than
you have nothing to lose because every penny is fully refundable.... I was
a skeptic but now I am so happy with my very even skin tone.... Let me know
if you try it, I am anxious to hear how you like it. If you don't know
where to get it email me and I will have someone send you some samples....
Its life altering....Loads of luck...Janis
I can be reached at [email protected]
— Janis R.
April 19, 2003
Nair comes in both facial strength and regular strength. I find the facial
kind doesn't always work very well.The regular kind really works but you
have to be careful with it and make sure you remove it in 5 minutes at the
most. I've burned my skin with it occasionally. It says not to use it on
your face but I do anyway since it works so much better. I'm not saying you
should do so, though!
— sjwilde
April 20, 2003
Thanks Renee!
— j A.
April 22, 2003
I have to tell you that I carry a pair of tweezers with with me all the
time! If I can feel the hair, then I think someone can see it! I use Nair
(every other week) for my upper lip, I had to quit having it waxed, it was
too painful! My chin, I use tweezers! My husband wants me to have it
permanently removed, but I've heard too many horror stories about things
that go wrong! Anyway, replacement of tweezers is cheaper!
— dolphins94
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