Polycystic ovary syndrome Ways of removing hair

 

Shaving

Shaving unwanted hair is cheap and quick. But hair grows back quickly. Lots of people think that shaving hair makes it grow back faster or thicker. But that isn't exactly right. Shaving off the ends of hairs can make them feel thicker. Shaved hairs may also feel sharp or bristly. The hair doesn't grow back any faster.[1] But shaving can irritate your skin.

Hair removal creams

Hair removal creams dissolve hair above the skin. Again, the hair will grow back quickly, probably within a few days. These creams can be expensive if you use them often. They may irritate your skin, especially if you use them a lot or on sensitive parts of your body, like your face.
Waxing

Waxing removes hair by the roots, so it takes longer to grow back. You can get waxing strips to do it yourself at home, or have it done as a beauty salon. But waxing can be painful and it can irritate your skin. You may get in-growing hairs, which can get infected and sore.
Electrolysis

Electrolysis aims to damage the hair root (follicle), so that the hair doesn't grow back. It's done by beauticians in salons. A fine metal needle is put into a follicle, and a small electric current damages the root of the hair. But it takes a long time to cover all the hair you want removed, and treatments can be expensive.[2] Some people find it painful.

Electrolysis needs to be done by someone who's been specially trained. And it's important that all the equipment is sterile. Make sure whoever treats you is qualified to do it.
Laser treatments

Laser treatments use a focused beam of light to damage the hair root (follicle). It slows down the growth of hair, and after several treatments (maybe around four) you may find the hair doesn't grow back. It works best if you have light skin and dark hair. That's because the laser is set to destroy dark hair, without damaging surrounding light coloured skin. If your hair is light or your skin is dark, it won't work so well.

Some people find laser treatment painful. Your skin may be red and inflamed for a couple of days afterwards. And, like electrolysis, it can be expensive to cover all the hair you want to have removed.

Lots of private clinics offer laser hair removal. If you decide to have this treatment, make sure the clinic you choose is registered with the Healthcare Commission. Clinics providing laser skin treatments must register by law. You can ask to see a certificate of registration, or check at the Care Quality Commission's